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outside of Seabourne than most of us would achieve in a lifetime .” Sir Clive participated in numerous philanthropic efforts across the globe ; he worked with Transaid throughout the 1990s , established Mossbourne Academy in Hackney , and set up a charity that would later amalgamate with other charities to become Prostate Cancer UK , of which Lady Bourne remains Vice President .
Sir Clive then received his knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II in 2005 , just two years before he sadly passed away , leaving Daniel to continue Seabourne ’ s legacy . Daniel remains Managing Director and , having significantly grown since the sale to UPS in 1991 , the company today is an international freight , courier and warehousing operation , boasting large facilities in the UK , South Africa and Holland , as well as a courier business in France .
Philanthropic legacy
“ Personally , I started off in the courier side of the business ,” Daniel recalls . “ I worked very closely with Clive in the years after his diagnosis to learn everything I needed to before occupying the role of Managing Director . Sometimes things happen in life for no reason at all , and I have been truly fortunate to be given these opportunities just by marrying my wife !”
Surviving 15 years beyond his diagnosis , Sir Clive ’ s entire outlook on life changed . “ Clive was phenomenally successful ,” Daniel reflects . “ He achieved more in those 15 years
Organic growth
“ Most freight-forwarders can effectively transport any cargo , to anywhere around the world , but where we differ from other companies is that we operate in niche , more complicated markets ,” Mark explains . “ Whether it is working with products that are difficult to move , like perishables , live or hazardous cargo , or a shipment to a country with complex customs requirements or documentation . Although we offer freight services , covering all modes of transport , we tend to concentrate on problem solving in these more difficult markets .”
Daniel agrees : “ It ’ s controversial , but where we really shine is when things go wrong . Things inevitably go wrong occasionally in the transport and logistics business , but we excel in helping our customers problemsolve and navigate difficult situations .”
Under Daniel ’ s leadership , however , Seabourne is exploring new avenues and is particularly gaining strength in the warehousing and transport logistics industry . “ All of our clients are moving freight , and they often need somewhere to store it , so
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