18
December
2007
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08:26
Europe/Berlin

Kuehne + Nagel in Asia Pacific named Seafreight Forwarder of the Year

The Kuehne + Nagel organisation in Asia Pacific was named “Seafreight Forwarder of the Year” at the inaugural Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards held in Hong Kong, confirming the company’s leadership position in the regional seafreight sector.

"The award is a strong acknowledgement of our seafreight offerings. To ensure best-in-class handling of customers' requirements, we will continue providing sophisticated information logistics and efficient transport management solutions, further enhancing the wide range of value-added products and services included in our seafreight portfolio," commented Andy Weber, Managing Director of Kuehne & Nagel (Asia Pacific) Management Ltd.

The Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards recognise the contribution of individuals as well as organisations in logistics and supply chain excellence in Asia. Organised annually by Supply Chain Asia Magazine, the awards comprise 16 categories commending different aspects of achievements.

All nominated companies of the "Seafreight Forwarder of the Year" category were assessed on customer service, flexibility, network size, added value, cost-effectiveness, etc.