Pharma logistics professionals who succeed in transforming their supply chain will have a major impact on their organisation’s success and those who innovate best will position themselves to transform logistics from a cost centre to a true source of competitive advantage, is one of the main conclusions of a new book by Schiphol Cargo. Th e eBook, Vision Pharma Logistics 2020: Insights and practical advice, published by the dedicated cargo department of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and features … [Read more...] about Schiphol Cargo publishes pharma logistics ebook
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UTi establishes three new hubs in SE Asia
UTi Worldwide has introduced new multimodal hubs in Kuala Lumpur and Ho Chi Minh City to handle growing business in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region, which in turn has led to three new routings out of Southeast Asiafor UTi. “Our new routes will allow clients to benefit from improved transit times and the elimination of split shipments, as well as the knowledge that their goods are being delivered quicker, safer and more reliably all year round,” UTI said. Utilising … [Read more...] about UTi establishes three new hubs in SE Asia
DHL expands partnership with Konica Minolta
DHL Supply Chain, the global market leader for contract logistics solutions, has extended its partnership with Konica Minolta, Inc., the leading manufacturer in business technologies, by securing a contract to design, manage, and optimise its logistics operations across China. Under the new Lead Logistics Partner (LLP) agreement, DHL will be wholly responsible for the manufacturing logistics of Konica Minolta’s domestic supply chain in the ‘Business Technologies’ business in China. Th e … [Read more...] about DHL expands partnership with Konica Minolta
WCA makes personnel changes
The world’s largest network of independent forwarders, WCA, has made personnel changes that will see former cargo journalist Dan March appointed chief executive officer (CEO) with founder David Yokeum becoming chairman and former Emirates SkyCargo head, Ram Menen, joining a new global Supervisory Board. Based in London, March, who has been WCA communications director for over fi ve years, will oversee the day-to-day operations and work closely with Yokeum and the new non-executive Supervisory … [Read more...] about WCA makes personnel changes
MSD extends pharma contract with K+N
Merck Sharp & Dohme, (MSD) one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, has extended its overland transport contract with Kuehne + Nagel in Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) and North America for another two years. MSD has been using KN PharmaChain since 2012, which is a specialised supply chain solution designed for the needs of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. Within the scope of the cooperation Kuehne + Nagel continues to manage GXP certifi ed FTL (Full- Truck-Load) … [Read more...] about MSD extends pharma contract with K+N
SDV Expands in Thailand with new logistics centre
SDV Thailand recently announced the start of operations for its new logistics centre strategically located in the Bangplee area, 10 km from Bangkok, Thailand, with quick access to expressways and the main ports and airports. The new 2,000 sqm state-of-the-art multi-user warehouse is fully equipped with temperature-control systems catering to all specialised retail industries such as: Cosmetics, Fashion and Luxury retails, as well as e-commerce customers, counting on the support of 25 staff … [Read more...] about SDV Expands in Thailand with new logistics centre
