DB Schenker announced the appointment of Philippe Gilbert to the position of regional CEO, Americas, effective 1 March 2015. Gilbert joined DB Schenker Americas in March 2013 as regional director, Europe West, and has made a significant contribution to the company both strategically and financially over the last two years. He is taking over the CEO role from Heiner Murmann, who is retiring from that position but continuing his 20-year tenure with the company as a member of the Schenker AG global … [Read more...] about DB Schenker names Gilbert Americas CEO
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Worldwide Air Logistics to acquire Florida West
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