Adriene B. Bailey has been promoted to chief strategy officer at Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. and will report directly to Kunihiko Miyoshi, president and CEO. She will be based at the company’s headquarters in Secaucus, NJ, and have responsibility for the overall strategy of the Americas Region, including M&A and business development initiatives. She will also serve as a member of the company’s board of directors. “We value Adriene’s extensive knowledge and … [Read more...] about Yusen Americas appoints new chief strategy officer
3PL
3PL market to reach US$925B by 2020
The global 3PL market is forecast to reach US$925.31 billion by 2020, according to a new study by Grand View Research Inc. Increased convergence on core competencies by outsourcing secondary business activities such as logistics is expected to drive the 3PL market over the forecast period. Infeasibility in managing geographically dispersed supply chain operations as a result of increased globalisation has led to several companies outsourcing their logistics function. Emerging trends such as … [Read more...] about 3PL market to reach US$925B by 2020
TNT wins contract renewal with AB Volvo
TNT has received a three-year contract renewal from the Swedish truck and bus maker AB Volvo for ‘inbound to production’ and aftermarket delivery services in Europe. TNT will continue to handle AB Volvo’s European emergency production movements. TNT collects automotive components and parts from more than 800 different suppliers in Europe and delivers them to AB Volvo’s production facilities in Sweden, Belgium, France and Poland. The service builds on TNT’s … [Read more...] about TNT wins contract renewal with AB Volvo
CEVA bags Xiaomi contract in Malaysia
CEVA Logistics has won a new contract with Xiaomi, the world's third largest smartphone manufacturer, to operate their warehouse and distribution in Malaysia. Xiaomi’s business strategy of selling products directly to consumers, primarily through their online site, Mi.com requires the company to have a strong supply chain management provider who understands e-commerce and is able to handle their distribution center’s logistics needs from end to end. Under the terms of this … [Read more...] about CEVA bags Xiaomi contract in Malaysia
DB Schenker names Gilbert Americas CEO
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
Geodis appoints Indian sales head
Geodis India has appointed Martijn Tasma as its national sales manager, with responsibility for sales and the market development of its freight forwarding and logistics business in the country. Tasma's main priorities in his new role will be to strengthen and increase the company's trade lane activities, particularly with a focus on Brazil, China and the USA. He brings over 14 years of experience in the industry to his new position, and has worked for Geodis since 2006. Managing director … [Read more...] about Geodis appoints Indian sales head