Agility has appointed Mohammed Esa as chief commercial officer (CCO) for Europe. Esa assumes responsibility for leading all commercial activities of Agility across Europe, including sales, marketing and product management. “With his background in emerging markets and experience in operations, sales, and marketing, Esa brings insight and expertise that will be invaluable in his new position,” said Mike Bible, CEO, Agility Europe. Esa joined Agility in 2004 and has more … [Read more...] about Agility appoints new CCO for Europe
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Agility scores double win at Payload Asia Awards
Agility has received the Global Logistics Provider of the Year award and Corporate Social Responsibility award at the Payload Asia Awards 2014. Agility was recognised for its innovative integrated logistics solutions that are backed by its strong operational performance and commitment to its customers and communities through personal service and corporate social responsibility initiatives. The Payload Asia Awards is an annual event that recognises organisations that have … [Read more...] about Agility scores double win at Payload Asia Awards
Payload Asia Awards 2014
The hard work, innovative solutions and many successes of the air cargo community were celebrated last night at the Payload Asia Awards 2014, which honoured the very best in the industry at a spectacular gala dinner and awards ceremony held at the Marina Mandarin Hotel in Singapore. Guest of honour at the event was the Director-General of Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), Mr Yap Ong Heng. The awards cover some 22 categories of the air cargo sector, as well as three special … [Read more...] about Payload Asia Awards 2014
Agility sees 1H profit up 11% in sluggish markets
Agility has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2014, reporting a net profit of KD 12.9 million (US$45.5 million), an increase of 12 per cent compared to the second quarter of 2013. Revenues for the second quarter stand at KD 341.7 million, a four per cent decrease compared to the same period last year. EBITDA stands at KD 25.1 million, a six per cent increase compared to Q2 of 2013. For the first half of the year, Agility reported a net profit of KD 24.1 million, an … [Read more...] about Agility sees 1H profit up 11% in sluggish markets
WTO talks fail as India derails process
Negotiations for the first major global accord in the World Trade Organisation’s 19-year history which would have standardised customs rules, collapsed today over food-subsidy objections raised by India. Negotiators for a Trade Facilitation Agreement at WTO headquarters in Geneva failed to agree as a midnight deadline passed to implement part of the accord by the end of July as India refused to proceed without assurances the pact would allow it to keep protections for its … [Read more...] about WTO talks fail as India derails process
Agility boosts trucking shuttles in Malaysia
Agility, a leading global logistics provider, has increased the frequency of its trucking shuttle service to a daily frequency, linking key warehouses and cities in Malaysia. The daily shuttle will connect the company’s warehouses in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru and Malacca and the service is supported by a fleet of trucks, including Agility’s own plus other selected partners. “This is part of our ongoing investment to further develop our capabilities and improve our customer … [Read more...] about Agility boosts trucking shuttles in Malaysia
