Shiprocket, an eCommerce shipping platform, announced the appointment of Vivek Sharma as Vice President of International Shipping. With over 35 years of extensive experience in international logistics, Vivek brings expertise in managing imports, exports, warehousing, eCommerce, return logistics, and air and sea freight.
Vivek’s distinguished career includes pivotal roles such as Regional Director at DPD, Regional Sales Head at TNT and multiple entrepreneurial ventures in the last few years. His global exposure spans India, the UK, Hong Kong, Germany, the USA, Dubai, and other regions, where he has driven innovation and operational excellence in logistics. At Shiprocket, Vivek will focus on developing ShiprocketX and CargoX, expanding new verticals, line hauls, categories, products, and geographies.
Commenting on his new role, Vivek Sharma, Vice President of International Shipping, at Shiprocket, said, “Shiprocket has already made significant strides in revolutionizing cross-border trade, particularly by empowering MSMEs to seamlessly tap into global markets. I have witnessed firsthand how Shiprocket’s innovative approach is breaking down the complexities of international logistics, enabling small businesses to scale globally. This transformation is what inspired me to join the team. Having worked across different countries and industries, I am excited to now be part of Shiprocket’s journey. My focus will be on continuing to drive this growth, leveraging my experience to help further elevate India’s entrepreneurs on the global stage and help shape the future of cross-border trade.”
Akshay Ghulati, CEO of International Shipping at Shiprocket, said, “Our vision is to make ShiprocketX India’s leading cross-border trade platform, and with Vivek’s appointment, we are poised to take one step closer to our vision. Vivek’s deep expertise in international logistics and his proven track record of driving growth for global companies will be instrumental in accelerating our expansion. His experience of working across diverse geographies and industries aligns perfectly with Shiprocket’s expansion plans. We are excited to leverage his strong history in the logistics space as we continue to innovate and scale, building on our success and expanding India’s footprint in international trade.”
