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  • Kalmar to deliver fleet of container handling machines to DP World Australia

    Kalmar to deliver fleet of container handling machines to DP World Australia

    Kalmar, part of Cargotec, continues its long-term cooperation with DP World Australia, the country’s largest stevedore, with orders of 38 new machines for its new logistics arm, DP World Logistics Australia. The orders include 7 Kalmar reachstackers, 11 loaded and 20 empty container handlers. 22 units have successfully been delivered to DP World Logistics Australia’s Botany Intermodal terminal with the remaining equipment to be delivered by September 2017. The order was booked into Cargotec’s 2017 first quarter intake.

    The new machines add to DP World Australia’s existing fleet of Kalmar rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs), straddle carriers and terminal tractors and will serve operations in Sydney, Melbourne, Fremantle and DP World Australia’s semi-automated terminal in Brisbane.

    Kalmar reachstackers will be equipped with Kalmar K-Motion transmission technology, which secures uptime and productivity while reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Four units will also include overheight legs. All the Kalmar machines will be powered by Volvo IV Final engines to meet emissions standards and will feature the Kalmar SmartFleet system for performance-boosting remote monitoring and reporting.

    Ron French, national engineering manager at DP World Australia: “Kalmar won a competitive tender to renew, and increase, our fleet of machines in all our facilities around Australia. Our existing relationship gave us leverage to secure the best outcome for DP World Australia with respect to pricing, service and ongoing support. The K-Motion option was very attractive due to lower fuel consumption and environmental impact.”

    Michael Wahab, director mobile equipment at Kalmar: “We are happy to continue to serve DP World Logistics Australia with reliable and efficient equipment tailored to their needs. The units are also equipped with environmentally conscious technology, including innovative K-Motion technology to significantly lessen fuel usage and reduce emissions by up to 40%.”

  • Volkswagen, Kuehne + Nagel expand logistics partnership in China

    Volkswagen, Kuehne + Nagel expand logistics partnership in China

    Volkswagen FAW Engine (Dalian) Co., Ltd (VWED), an automotive part manufacturer operating in a joint-venture with Volkswagen (China), has signed a two-year agreement with Kuehne + Nagel to manage the inbound logistics operations in the Dalian and Changchun plants from 149 automotive engine part suppliers nationwide.

    The new contract leverages a sophisticated IT solution to address VWED’s requirements for improved efficiency of operations. The solution includes the use of dynamic planning to ensure cost optimisation while managing multi-leg journeys, line hauls and reverse movement. To provide more accurate real-time tracking of truck movements, Kuehne + Nagel leveraged China’s WeChat technology: Drivers use a mobile phone to scan a custom QR code to indicate a change in shipment status, automatically triggering an update in the order management system. Utilising the WeChat platform avoids the need to install additional apps or set-up additional hardware, allowing sub-contracted truckers to also utilise the same system. This, combined with an overarching operational control tower approach, ensures full transparency of the entire operation.

    Zhiyu Wang, logistic manager, VWED said: “Kuehne + Nagel took a complex set of demands and transformed it into a seemingly simple logistics solution. Kuehne + Nagel’s solution has delivered cost savings, efficiency and achieved full supply chain visibility for VWED.”

    Pierre Li, senior vice-president contract logistics, Kuehne + Nagel North Asia said: “VWED is one of the largest international players in the automotive market in China and we are pleased to extend this partnership. This new contract showcases Kuehne + Nagel’s strength in the automotive parts industry in China bringing together the synergies of a tailored logistics solution supported by IT systems to provide full supply chain visibility.”

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  • Deutsche Post DHL Group sells Williams Lea Tag to Advent

    Deutsche Post DHL Group sells Williams Lea Tag to Advent

    Deutsche Post DHL Group has agreed to sell its UK-headquartered provider of marketing and communications supply chain services, Williams Lea Tag to Advent International (“Advent”). Advent will assume all assets of the Williams Lea Tag business. The agreement will enable Deutsche Post DHL Group to strengthen its focus on its core logistics service offering. Williams Lea Tag will benefit from Advent’s expertise in building outstanding global businesses, enabling it to explore further development opportunities. The two companies will retain a close business relationship globally.

    Andy Dawson, Managing Director at Advent International, said, “We see great future growth potential in Williams Lea Tag on a global scale. Advent will support the company through targeted investment in people, technology and systems and strengthen its customer proposition and help its clients to realise the true potential of their brands. Advent’s expertise in executing complex carve-outs combined with our deep sector experience will ensure William Lea Tag’s transition to an independent company is smooth and will put it on a solid foundation from which it can grow and prosper.”

    The operations and assets of Williams Lea Tag are expected to transfer to Advent by the fourth quarter of 2017. The business currently employs over 10,000 people and operates in more than 40 countries globally.

    The transaction is subject to regulatory approval.

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  • DHL to invest in growing regional Asian footprint

    DHL to invest in growing regional Asian footprint

    DHL Supply Chain has announced it will invest more than EUR 70 million in growing its regional footprint in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar by 2020. The first and only logistics company to acquire an operational business license in Myanmar since last month, DHL Supply Chain already benefits from a position of market leadership in Thailand and Vietnam, and will concentrate on Cambodia next for further growth opportunities. Over the next three years, the company plans to build new facilities, expand its fleet of trucks, and invest in new technology, creating an additional 5,000 jobs in the four countries.

    “Asia-Pacific is one the most important regions for DHL Supply Chain being accountable for a significant share of our revenues in 2016. Consumer, retail and tech industries drive these developments becoming evident in increased amounts of new and extended contracts. Being already the market leader for the region it is fully natural for us to foster our commitment in the region and remaining a reliable partner,” comments John Gilbert, CEO DHL Supply Chain.

    Regional footprint in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar

    DHL’s investment will also serve the wider needs of a growing Thailand, and an economy which is expected to return to accelerated growth. Government investment in mega projects i.e. infrastructure, EEC, airport expansion plans and so forth are attractive elements for foreign investors in Thailand. According to Kasikorn Bank research [1], Thai Land Transport and warehouse market value in 2017 growth is expected to be around five to seven percent. Kevin Burrell, CEO, Thailand Cluster, DHL Supply Chain Thailand explains, “With the technology and innovation that we invest in warehouse and transport operations in Thailand, coupled with our ability to deliver integrated solutions for customers, we are striving to drive enhanced value, which in turn acts as a strong differentiator for us in the market.”

    DHL Supply Chain Thailand also recently completed a move to new premises located in Bangkok’s business area. The company already benefits from a reputation of being the Number 1 in contract logistics in Thailand and DHL’s nationwide network comprises of a combined warehouse space of approximately 650,000 sqm across more than 70 facilities, supported by 10,000 dedicated employees. Working as a beneficial extension to its crucially important human talent, DHL has also employed intelligent systems in both warehouse and transport operations such as in automation and robotics, unmanned vehicles, vision picking, transport control tower and telematics.

    Kevin adds, “DHL provides sector-specific services across the entire supply chain, encompassing warehousing management, transportation for various business types, expertise in end-to-end supply chain solutions and full management services. DHL Supply Chain provides globally standardized, cost-efficient, high-quality and innovative solutions. We are committed to supporting customers by delivering exceptional operational services and innovation across Thailand’s entire supply chain, helping the country to become the premier logistics center for Southeast Asia. We will continue to consolidate and support markets in which we lead, namely Thailand and Vietnam, and invest in markets where we aim to lead such as Myanmar and Cambodia.”

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  • APL Logistics appoints chief financial officer

    APL Logistics appoints chief financial officer

    APL Logistics has appointed Kazuo Inui as chief financial officer. His appointment is a planned succession from Shigeo Mori, whole will move on to Kintetsu World Express (KWE) Group, APLL’s parent company.

    Inui will be responsible for leading the global finance, treasury, accounting and global support service functions in APL Logistics. He brings over 34 years of experience in accounting and finance, including knowledge of the air freight forwarding, NVOCC and customs brokerage business. In KWE Group, he held a series of senior finance and accounting roles in Japan and the USA. Immediately prior to APL Logistics, Inui held the position of general manager – Accounting and Finance in KWE Japan.

    Bill Villalon, president of APL Logistics said “We are pleased to welcome Inui to APL Logistics. His predecessor, Mori, has done a fine job in leading the finance function and we are grateful for his contributions. I am confident that Inui will play an equally key role as part of the APL Logistics leadership team as we blend our deep operational and digital capabilities to deliver integrated and value-driven supply chain solutions to customers.”

     

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  • Kuehne + Nagel to provide production logistics to Mercedes-Benz

    Kuehne + Nagel to provide production logistics to Mercedes-Benz

    Kuehne + Nagel announced a new multi-year contract with Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, part of the Daimler AG Group, to implement a production logistics solution for its new assembly line and production facility in Charleston, South Carolina. The solution will provide flexible and efficient materials management as well as just-in-time deliveries for the assembly process.

    Kuehne + Nagel’s contract logistics team engineered a multi-year innovative production logistics operations plan utilizing a modern logistics center that will include vision picking smart glasses and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). Comprehensive services will include goods receiving, inventory management and just-in-time picking and sequencing for delivery to the car makers’ assembly line and production facility.

    For the implementation, Kuehne + Nagel is utilizing its successful customer transition and integration model, which includes multiple disciplinary project management and dedicated resources from the logistics provider’s national, regional and corporate organizations. In order to ensure reduce inventory, increase quality, and reduce total costs for each unit built, Kuehne + Nagel will use its KN Production System (KNPS), an in-house developed structured methodology based on lean supply chain principles.

    “We are delighted to expand our 15-year global relationship with Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz,” said Bob Mihok, president and CEO, Kuehne + Nagel North America. “Our supply chain services in the new Charleston, South Carolina Sprinter van plant will improve assembly line productivity and enhance vehicle production. We look forward to adding value to our customer’s supply chain for many years to come.”

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  • Rhenus selects winners of the Rhevo Initiative

    Rhenus selects winners of the Rhevo Initiative

    170 ideas, 28 countries and one goal: the 16 winners of the Rhenus corporate initiative entitled “Rhevo” were selected at the headquarters of the Rhenus Group in Holzwickede in July. Using one major final pitch, the finalists from all over the world had the opportunity to persuade the jury of experts drawn from the Rhenus world. The goal of the innovation competition, which was launched in the spring, is to develop new products and innovative business models with digital concepts.

    Each of the 43 finalists had just seven minutes to introduce their business ideas and advertise them to attract investments and other resources so that they can be introduced. They had checked, revised and refined their ideas during many months of work and had built and tested prototypes. They were supported by training sessions and entrepreneurs from the start-up scene during this time.

    The jury examined the finalists’ product ideas to see whether they were suitable for the future and might open up opportunities in the market place. “It was hard facing the jury’s questions. They tested our idea rigorously and examined it intensively from all sides,” said participant Usman Kahn.

    After the pitches were over, it was clear that three ideas would be included in existing internal product developments. 13 will others receive ongoing start-up support. “This will be different, depending on the project. Some providers of ideas will be given more time in order to continue testing the market opportunities for their product ideas; others will receive a budget to continue developing their product,” said the member of the Rhenus Board and jury member, Tobias Bartz, summarising the process.

    “We particularly liked a Spanish/German solution from the field of predictive analytics; it’s designed to help us better predict the needs and behaviour of customers,” jury member Petra Finke, who is Global CIO at Rhenus Freight Logistics, explained. An Asian platform idea for marketing free truck capacity and a Russian team with the prototype of an “instant quotation” solution were particularly singled out.

    The jury consisted of Rhenus Board Member, Tobias Bartz, Petra Finke (Global CIO Rhenus Freight Logistics), Vivek Arya (CEO Rhenus India), Jörn Schmersahl (CEO Rhenus Air & Ocean Europe) and Jan Harnisch (COO Ocean Freight Asia); this was an international group of Rhenus experts with great experience in the fields of digitalisation and business development.

  • Hansa Heavy Lift delivers six RTG cranes from Japan to Turkey

    Hansa Heavy Lift delivers six RTG cranes from Japan to Turkey

    Hansa Heavy Lift has transported six rubber tyred gantry (RTG) cranes, each weighing 135 metric tonnes and measuring 28.9 by 11.3 by 26.6 m, from Japan to Turkey.

    All units were loaded onto the vessel HHL Kobe at the port of Saiki in southern Japan, with two of the cranes being discharged at the port of Gebze and the remaining four at the harbour of Gemlik, in Turkey.

    “This was an unusually high number of RTGs being transported on a P2-800 vessel, compelling us to extend the deck as well as ensure there was sufficient space between the units, so that all cargo could be accommodated safely,” said Mohammad Abbas, project engineer, Hansa Heavy Lift.

    “Due to the sensitivity of the cargo units, additional precautions needed to be taken, including a motion response analysis to determine the effects of any accelerations on the cargo during the voyage.”

    “Strong cooperation between the crews and stevedores at the ports of loading and discharge ensured the project was executed seamlessly, within the tight timeframe that had been assigned.”

    The deck extension included six metres to the aft side and three metres to the starboard side, as well as a total of 11 tween deck pontoons being stowed on deck to accommodate all units.

    The strength of the extension tween deck panels was verified through a finite element analysis, to demonstrate that the overhung deck was sufficiently safe and durable enough to support the cargo.

    A 3D model assimilation was also created before the start of the voyage to check the clearance between the RTGs and vessels’ cranes due to the large size of the units.

    The project was carried out on behalf of Mitsui Engineering and Shipbuilding, with Yilport Konteyner Terminal Ve Liman Isletmeleri A.S. acting as the charterer.

    “By optimising the number of cranes transported on a single vessel, Hansa Heavy Lift presented us with a very cost-effective and efficient option,” said Selami Mercan, Engineering Service Director, Yilport Holding Inc.

    “The entire project, from planning to delivery, was handled with care and ease, and we would be eager to work with Hansa Heavy Lift again in the future.”

    Hansa Heavy Lift specialises in the super heavy lift 900+ metric tonnes industry, delivering best-in-class engineering solutions to customers, particularly in the subsea, oil and gas, and the offshore wind farm sectors.

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  • 40% of logistics respondents view FaaS as key transformational trend

    40% of logistics respondents view FaaS as key transformational trend

    In a recent B2B technology survey of 455 U.S.-based companies across nine verticals, ABI Research finds 41% of logistics respondents view Freight as a Service (FaaS) as a key transformative technology trend. The rapid growth of e-commerce requires new transport modes such as delivery drones and robots, direct-to-car, and direct-to-home deliveries. FaaS will represent 30% or more than US$900 billion of total goods transportation revenues by 2030. Turning freight transport into a service allows cargo capacity to be ordered seamlessly and spontaneously in open marketplaces which will optimise capacity utilisation and reduce costs.

    “Only 2% of logistics respondents appear to comprehend the disruptive capabilities of ETE Supply Chain Visibility states Susan Beardslee, senior analyst at ABI Research “However transparency across multiple modes and suppliers drive material ROI through reduced inventory, lead-time, and losses, as well as enhanced service levels through responses to demand surges and external variables.”

    ABI Research found logistics firms are adding wearable technologies such as Apple watches, GoPro’s and Google Glasses, with 61% adopting as part of their technology innovation strategy. AI platforms are beginning to enjoy growing adoption rates. Data analytics is starting to “cross the chasm” along with the traditional role of monitoring with both leveraging the emerging capabilities of AI. Real time analytics of vast, evolving, and unstructured data are beginning to transform the supply chain.

    Key survey findings concerning attitudes towards and perceived benefits of key technologies include:
    Legacy systems: 42% of logistics respondents consider alignment with their existing legacy framework as the largest barrier preventing adoption. This highlights the importance of open systems and integration support to drive scalable interest and implementation.

    Co-opetition: Over a quarter of respondents expect to keep their data closed for internal use. This appears to be a trend as evidenced by only 6% highly considering sharing operational data with industry peers and only 12% with key partners.

    Robotics: Warehouse solutions, such as Kiva systems at Amazon, support advanced visioning, mobility, autonomous navigation, complex manipulation, and motion control. This reduces costs, increases productivity, and improves quality for material handling tasks. Nearly a quarter of respondents see this poised for a high level of disruption.

    Indoor-location and asset tracking: The value of goods tracking increases exponentially when it can be integrated into a comprehensive digital strategy with adjacencies like manufacturing, storage, and transportation; increasing potential revenues and reducing loss, and human investment. 58% of respondents in total prioritized the value of integration, TTD, and operational cost savings.

    These findings are from ABI Research’s Industry Survey: Transformative Technology Adoption and Attitude – Logistics report. This report is part of the company’s Intelligent Transportation & eFreight research service, which includes research, data, and analyst insights.

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  • OIA Global launches new office supporting Malaysia’s growth

    OIA Global launches new office supporting Malaysia’s growth

    OIA Global, a logistics, packaging and material sourcing provider, announced its Southeast Asia expansion with the opening of its first company-owned office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. OIA’s decision to open the office, is driven by customer growth, and the continued growth of the Malaysian economy.

    Peter Wong, OIA’s managing director Asia-Pacific, noted the country posted a strong 5.6% GDP expansion in the first quarter which ended March 31, 2017. “Our business continues to grow in Southeast Asia and specifically in Malaysia,” said Wong.

    The new Kuala Lumpur office supports the existing OIA Penang location led by Herlyn Choo, branch manager. “Malaysia continues to lead in exports of energy, electronic equipment, wood products, textiles and chemicals,” Choo stated. “The increased volume of imports and exports are a clear message for OIA Global to continue to expand here in Malaysia,” Choo added.

    The new office is located at located at Unit A505, 6th Floor, West Wing, Wisma Consplant 2, No 7, Jalan SS16/1 47500 Subanjaya Selangor Malaysia.

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  • Swisslog Healthcare acquires Talyst

    Swisslog Healthcare acquires Talyst

    Swisslog Healthcare, a supplier of medication supply chain solutions and services, has acquired Talyst Systems, a market leader in pharmacy automation solutions for hospitals and long-term care facilities. Healthcare providers around the world share similar challenges with delivering medications safely and efficiently. The acquisition creates an unmatched portfolio of inpatient and outpatient pharmacy solutions that transform health systems’ performance. Talyst’s AutoCarousel, AutoPack and AutoSecure Storage Solutions represent the best-of-breed in current generation pharmacy automation technologies.

    “Swisslog Healthcare and Talyst are well known for developing innovative automation and software solutions,” said Stephan Sonderegger, CEO – Swisslog Healthcare. “The two companies share a similar mission and vision and the Talyst portfolio of enterprise software and pharmacy automation products completes Swisslog Healthcare’s pharmacy automation offering in North America. This acquisition adds critical components to our solutions strategy of providing customers with end-to-end integration for the medication supply chain across the continuum of care.”

    Founded in 2002, Talyst was recognized by KLAS Research’s most recent (2016) Pharmacy Report as a leader in Enterprise Medication Management Software that minimizes medication spending. “Talyst develops customer-centric technologies that enable providers to deliver better patient care. Our culture of innovation and accountability aligns well with Swisslog Healthcare,” notes Carla Corkern, Talyst CEO. “With Swisslog we can now scale our solutions globally, taking advantage of their sales reach, manufacturing, and R&D facilities across North America, EMEA and Asia. We’re excited to be part of a strong and dedicated organization building towards an important differentiated vision for health systems and hospital pharmacies.”

    “Swisslog Healthcare and Talyst customers will benefit from a total inpatient pharmacy automation offering fully integrated with the Swisslog transport automation portfolio of pneumatic tube systems installed in 2,300 hospitals in North America. The acquisition expands our product offerings which, combined with our manufacturing expertise and extensive field service network, gives health systems unprecedented access to a complete solution including data analytics, pharmacy automation and transport automation,” notes Sonderegger. “Our respective customers will benefit from a compelling technology and services road map that leverages the extensive resources and capabilities of the combined companies.”

    With the acquisition, the Talyst executive team along with the rest of the company will join the Swisslog Healthcare organization. Talyst CEO and Chairman of the Board, Carla Corkern, has elected to pursue other opportunities. The Talyst Seattle-area headquarters will become an important technology, product and business development hub for Swisslog Healthcare North America. Swisslog Healthcare is building a new state-of-the-art North America manufacturing facility and US headquarters in the Denver-Boulder area, which is planned for occupation in early 2018.

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  • Australia Post launches services hub

    Australia Post launches services hub

    Australia Post is looking to draw a line under concerns that retailers are finding it increasingly hard to compete with the scale of global competitors, announcing a partnership with fintech company AlphaPaymentsCloud that promises to bring traders an integrated service platform.

    Incorporating everything from payments and identification to logistics, loyalty and fraud protection, Australia Post is touting its new service, called the AlphaCommerceHub, as an API solution to the myriad of different vendor contracts many retailers currently have to negotiate.

    Australia Post will instead bring on vendor partners into the system, allowing retailers to “switch” services off-and-on depending on their individual needs, while remaining PCI compliant.

    Chief digital officer at Australia Post, Andrew Walduck, told that the publicly-owned postie was looking to up its capabilities in identity verification, to drive the next wave of growth in the payments space.

    “We’re building capabilities in identity and payments as we see it as one of the critical things that will enable our economy to be able to thrive in the next wave of growth, driven by great customer experiences getting people things in the way they want,” he said.

    The platform has been designed to incorporate innovation in services, and will include both traditional payment options in conjunction with banking partners as well as mobile payment products like Apple Pay.

    Walduck said smaller retailers have been in a less advantageous position than larger players when it comes to sifting through an ever-growing number of retail services to maintain a leading customer proposition.

    “The platform provides the ability for retailers to integrate into a single place, reducing overall costs…they can move to provide a one click purchase process in a way that makes it really easy for a customer to be identified, and then control how that product is delivered.

    “It’s an absolute game changer in Australia’s fintech evolution so we’re incredibly excited about the potential this joint venture brings to both our banking partners and our customers,” Walduck said.

    Australia Post began trailing its recently launched verification of identity application earlier this month with initial discussions taking place with credit unions, mortgage brokers and government departments.

    Initial partners include Airtasker, Credit Union Australia, Travelex and the Queensland Police Service.

    Its internal research has previously estimated that the existing state of identity verification processes costs the Australian economy as much as $11 billion per year.

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  • DB Schenker Partners Sichuan Jiuye Perishable Goods Supply Chain

    DB Schenker Partners Sichuan Jiuye Perishable Goods Supply Chain

    DB Schenker, one of the leading global logistics service providers, and Sichuan JiuYe Export, a China-based B2B food trading company, have signed a strategic partnership agreement at the A20 New Agriculture Fair in Hangzhou, China. The agreement between the two parties cements their future cooperation in logistic handling of perishable goods.

    Sichuan JiuYe provides cross border one-stop supply chain services to agriculture, food e-commerce and food companies in China and abroad. The company’s main export market is East Europe; major import markets comprise Australia, North America and Europe. By using DB Schenker as freight forwarding provider for its perishable goods, Sichuan JiuYe benefits from DB Schenker’s strong global network and extensive market experience. With an internationally leading and renowned logistics partner, JiuYe aims at growing its business scope by attracting more customers from existing and new markets.

    DB Schenker considers JiuYe as an important strategic partner to strengthen and develop its footprint in the perishable segment in China. While already having a well-established infrastructure for the logistic handling of perishables in JiuYe’s current import countries, DB Schenker sees the cooperation with the food trader as excellent opportunity to further build up its competencies in managing perishable shipments in and out of China.

    The partnership agreement between the two companies results from previous collaborations earlier this year. DB Schenker smoothly executed several air freight export shipments of fresh fruits from China to Russia, Singapore and Hong Kong. Based on the excellent and consistent service performance provided by DB Schenker JiuYe was convinced to have found the right logistics partner in DB Schenker.

    “We are honoured and thrilled by collaborating with Sichuan JiuYe. This is an important milestone for us and brings us closer to our goal to achieve a leading market position in the logistics of perishable goods in China”, says Thomas Sorensen, CEO North/Central China, Schenker China Ltd., at the New Agricultural Fair in Hangzhou.

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  • Kerry Logistics manages Maxim’s new central distribution centre

    Kerry Logistics manages Maxim’s new central distribution centre

    Kerry Logistics has secured a long-term contract with Maxim’s Caterers, one of Hong Kong’s leading food and beverage companies.

    Kerry Logistics will provide integrated logistics services to Maxim’s Group including cold chain solutions, supporting the caterer’s more than 780 outlets in Hong Kong and key accounts, 365 days per year. This strategic cooperation signals the collaboration of two industry leaders in Hong Kong, and exists to serve the Hong Kong community with speedy and hygienic food supply.

    The new strategic cooperation will see Kerry Logistics managing Maxim’s new central distribution centre (‘DC’) with multi-temperature storage, accommodating Maxim’s extensive product range. Kerry Logistics will also provide a wide range of value-added services and daily replenishment to Maxim’s restaurant chains and key accounts.

    William Ma, group managing director of Kerry Logistics, said, “This is an exciting partnership for us. As Hong Kong’s largest F&B caterer, Maxim’s has highly demanding logistics needs and some of the most complex distribution channels in the industry. Kerry Logistics is committed to servicing Maxim’s with dedicated resources, both software and hardware, as well as the Hong Kong community at large. The project will add another mega-scale domestic DC operation to our logistics business portfolio. We are looking forward to developing a long and successful partnership with Maxim’s through delivering quality performance and reliable services.”

    Michael Wu, chairman and managing director of Maxim’s Caterers Ltd., said, “Over the years the Kerry Logistics team has demonstrated its commitment and capabilities to deliver agile services to support our seasonal and project needs. The ten months in the preparation for our new DC have made us realise that our two companies share a similar culture of quality, dedication and innovation. We are delighted to work in close partnership with Kerry Logistics for enhanced efficiencies and expanded scale.”

    Supported by Kerry Logistics’ industry expertise and extensive distribution network, Maxim’s diverse range of catering services will continue to fulfil Hong Kong people’s needs.

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  • Yusen Logistics participates in KIX Pharma Community

    Yusen Logistics participates in KIX Pharma Community

    Yusen Logistics will join the KIX Pharma Community, a group being formed by Kansai Airlines and other partners to acquire joint CEIV Pharma certification at Kansai International Airport in Japan. The Community expects to be certified by the summer of 2018.By participating in the community, Yusen Logsitics strengthens and expands its air freight services for its pharmaceutical and medical customers.

    CEIV Pharma (the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) certification is a quality assurance program for the temperature-controlled transportation of pharmaceutical products, developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The program comprehensively covers Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and establishes guidelines that help supply chain partners develop and maintain safe air transportation practices for pharmaceutical products.

    As part of its strategy to turn Kansai International Airport into an international cargo hub, Kansai Airports is in the process of improving the quality of how it handles pharmaceutical products. The establishment of the KIX Pharma Community, combined with joint CEIV Pharma certification, will enable it to provide even safer, high-quality pharmaceutical transportation.

    In terms of exports, this will cover the entire supply chain from collection to aircraft loading; and for imports, from airport arrival to delivery. Acquisition of the certification is scheduled to be completed between spring and summer of 2018.

    Yusen Logistics is strengthening its logistics services for medical and pharmaceuticals products around the world. Last December, the company utilized Pharma Gateway Amsterdam—a community centered on Amsterdam Airport Schiphol—to become the first Japanese logistics company to acquire CEIV Pharma certification. This past May, the company acquired GDP certification at Frankfurt Airport. As a result, Yusen Logistics is now able to provide air import and export services that adhere to certification standards at two of Europe’s leading airports.

    In Asia, last July PT. Yusen Logistics Indonesia became the first Indonesian logistics company to acquire GDP certification for customs and delivery business processes related to air cargo arriving at and leaving from Jakarta International Airport.. In this way, Yusen Logistics is also expanding its global medical and pharmaceutical logistics network in Asia.

    Yusen Logistics is working to acquire CEIV Pharma certification at Kansai International Airport, with the aim of establishing a high-quality pharmaceutical logistics service, and globally expanding its supply chain and logistics services that cater to customer needs.

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