CII Presented 2023 Connie Award to Vincent J. Marino and Emanuel Rouvelas with Lifetime Achievement

NEWARK, N.J. - Dec. 13, 2023 - PRLog -- The Containerization & Intermodal Institute (CII) honored Mr. Vincent J. Marino, CEO of Marine Repair Services-Container Maintenance Corp (MRS-CMC) with the 2023 Connie Award yesterday in front of more than 550 transportation industry experts gathered at the Marriott Newark Liberty Airport Hotel on Monday, December 11.

Additionally, CII presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Emanuel L. Rouvelas, founder of both the public policy and maritime law practices of K&L Gates law firm. Renowned for his expertise in public policy and marine law, Mr. Rouvelas has made lasting contributions to the industry through his work in legal and governmental relations.

Connie Award Recipient — Vincent J. Marino

In his presentation remarks, Steven Blust, CII's President (President, Blust Intermodal Advisors) emphasized the visionary leadership of Vincent (Vince) J. Marino, the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Connie award. With an illustrious career spanning more than five decades, Mr. Marino was recognized for his significant accomplishments and enduring dedication to safety, family values and customer service.

"Vince represents the true entrepreneurial spirit that has embraced containerization and intermodalism over the last 65 years. The success of our industry rests on our ability to add value for customers through supply chain efficiency, a quality that defines Vince and The Marino Group," Mr. Blust added.

Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient – Emanuel L. Rouvelas

CII's Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Emanuel (Manny) Rouvelas, is a renowned legal expert representing leading companies and trade associations across various industries. With his extensive knowledge and experience in marine law, he has played a pivotal role in establishing strong legal and governmental relationships for the transportation sector.

CII Scholarship Program

Prior to the Connie Award event, CII held a separate ceremony to acknowledge its commitment to industry education. The organization granted 33 scholarships to students who are pursuing degrees in supply chain, logistics, and transportation, as well as to the academic institutions that are shaping the next generation of professionals in the sector.
"These scholarships are made possible thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our donors, which enables CII to fulfill its education mission and inspires talented individuals to pursue a career in our industry," said Chris Brooks, CII's First Vice President, ane Executive Editor for Maritime & Trade at S&P Global Market Intelligence during the scholarship ceremony.

Under its auspices since 1992, CII has been committed to supporting education through scholarships, surpassing a remarkable milestone of $1 million in contributions. Companies can play a vital role in promoting industry education by presenting scholarships through CII, with options starting at $1,000.

Founded in 1960, CII has been recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations in the containerization and its ancillary industries through the prestigious Connie Award since 1972.