New Leadership at Colonial Group
by Ship & Bunker News Team
Monday May 3, 2021
Savannah-based
100 years in operation later in 2021.
Christian B. Demere (Demere) has been named chief executive officer, succeeding his father,
Robert H. Demere, Jr. (Demere Jr.), who had been in the position since 1986.
"The time has come to pass the torch to the fourth generation," said Demere Jr.
"Both of my sons have worked their way through the company over the years and it's exciting to see the next generation of leadership step in and continue to move the company forward. I'm proud that both of my sons have taken an interest in the company and I'm excited to see what they will be able to do."