From right: VP Fleet Management Knut Erik Fredriksen, CEO Harald Fotland, Captain Jan Inge Gjelsvik, Chief Engineer Agnar Stenslid, Manager Crewing NWE Eva Storeide, CTO Torger Trige, Chief Engineer Runar Søreide Oen. Photo: Addison Sim
CEO Harald Fotland expressed his appreciation for the honorees, stating:
“This is an honor that I really look forward to every year. Loyalty is not something you can take for granted. Today, we honor our ‘long-timers’ -- the company’s most important culture bearers. It is a great honor for me to be allowed to award today’s badges of honor.
To our awardees, you represent precisely the expertise and stability that is necessary for Odfjell to achieve its goals.”
Agnar Stenslid, Chief Engineer
Agnar began his journey with Odfjell in October 1986 as a Motorman on the old Bow Fighter. He briefly left in 1992 to expand his maritime experience, sailing with various companies, before returning to Odfjell in 2006. Since then, Agnar has served across our fleet, being promoted to Chief Engineer in 2009. Today, he continues his exemplary service aboard Bow Sky. His decades-long dedication reflects his commitment to excellence in the engine room and beyond.
Jan Inge Gjelsvik, Captain
Jan Inge's maritime career began in 1981, eventually bringing him to Odfjell in February 2005 as Chief Officer on Bow Firda. With a wealth of experience, he was promoted to Captain in 2015, taking command of vessels like Bow Fortune and Bow Firda, where he continues to serve. Jan Inge’s steady leadership and profound knowledge make him a cornerstone of our operations at sea.
Runar Søreide Oen, Chief Engineer
Runar joined Odfjell in 1995 as part of the Kværner Class newbuilding project. Rising through the ranks, he became Chief Engineer in 2002, sailing on numerous vessels, including Bow Atlantic and Bow Fortune. After contributing to a site team in Bergen, he returned to sea aboard Bow Summer and later Bow Olympus, where he continues to serve with distinction.
