Since 1958, Capes Shipping Agencies (a division of CV International, Inc.) has upheld a reputation of providing proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented ship agency services to our Principals around the world, setting the standard for ship agency, freight forwarding, and logistics management. We understand the significance of being our customers’ eyes and ears in port, of saving them time and money, being available to answer their questions, and solving their problems before they happen. We pride ourselves on providing resourceful solutions, availability, and local expertise, As Needed, As Expected, and As Always.
Our History Timeline
1958
1961
Captain Weiss retired and Captain Perasso became President of Capes.
When Captain Weiss retired due to medical reasons, Captain Perasso became President of Capes until 1962, when he was offered a position with Italian shipowner, Sidermar, SpA.
1962
Captain Perasso accepted position with Italian shipowner, Sidermar, SpA; Gerald L. Parks was promoted to Vice President of Capes.
1965
Gerald Parks is promoted to President of Capes Shipping Agencies
1976
Watson Coal Company obtains Capes Shipping Agencies in 1974.
1980
Capes expanded into Wilmington, DE and Baltimore.
1991
Gerald Parks obtains Capes Shipping Agencies from Mr. Watson and became CEO.
2003
Capes Shipping Agencies sold to Wayne Coleman, creating a one-stop-shop team for maritime, logistics, and Customs services in CVI and Capes Shipping Agencies.
2012
Mike Coleman named President of Capes Shipping Agencies.
2013
2017
2018
Michael Coleman was named CEO of CV International & Capes Shipping Agencies. His father and Company founder, B. Wayne Coleman, became Chairman of the Board.
Capes celebrates 60 years of service.
2022
