PROFILE |
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With almost 130 years in business, Compania Sud Americana de Vapores (CSAV, or the South American Steamship Company) is an old sea dog that ships cargo to both coasts of South America and to ports in Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. The largest liner carrier in South America, and growing bigger with acquisitions, CSAV transports automobiles, bulk cargo, chemicals, container cargo, and refrigerated cargo in more than 60 company-owned tugboats, containerships, and other carriers. CSAV operates dozens of domestic and foreign subsidiaries, with interests including property development and investment, stevedoring services, and airport services. Maritima de Inversiones S.A. owns about 45% of CSAV.
COMPETITION |
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Evergreen Marine Corporation (Taiwan) Ltd. (2603)
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: December
2000 Sales (mil.): 1,743.80
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 61.5%
Employees: 522
Revenue per employee: $3,340,613.03
KEY PEOPLE |
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Francisco Silva Donoso
CEO
Pablo Castillo Prado
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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Plaza Sotomayor 50
2360171 Valparaiso, Chile
Phone: 56-32-203-000
Fax: 56-32-203-333
Online: Web Site
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