Wladimir de Mello, charismatic owner of Metropolitan Transports in Brazil, has died aged 79. He passed away peacefully on Friday, 29 January in hospital in Sao Paulo following a short illness, in the presence of his family.

Wladimir was an inspiration to all those who worked with him and to everyone in the moving industry in Brazil and worldwide.

The Mover will publish a full obituary to Wladimir as soon as possible.