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Archives for January 2022

GEODIS adds multiple flights to its AirDirect network in Asia-Pacific

  • New weekly services from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Shanghai (PVG) and Sydney (SYD)
  • Second weekly rotation: KUL – Hong Kong (HKG) – Chennai (MAA) – KUL added
  • All schedules serviced by long-term chartered aircraft
  • Total of 320 tons in increased capacity
  • Kuala Lumpur established as multi-modal hub integrating with GEODIS Road Network, linking Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore

In response to surging demand for air cargo capacity in the region, GEODIS, a global leading transport and logistics services provider, has significantly expanded its AirDirect own operated network with three more intra-Asia Pacific (APAC) flight routes.  With a newly established hub in Kuala Lumpur, the logistics operator will dovetail the air services with its Road Network linking destinations throughout Southeast Asia.  The multi-modal expansion builds on its strong momentum in creating diverse transportation options for customizing supply chain solutions for its customers.

The expanded flight network, which bridges Hong Kong, Chennai, Sydney, and Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur, can carry an additional 320 tons of cargo weekly. This will significantly ease the strain on the supply chains, which saw load factors and yields reach historic highs in 2021 when cargo capacity struggled to meet the surge in e-commerce transactions. With demand for airfreight forecast to increase, particularly amidst ongoing delays and flight cancellations across Southeast Asia following the impact of the Omicron variant, GEODIS believes its extended AirDirect schedules will become a pivotal component in ensuring seamless, reliable, and efficient air transport services in the region.

The new flights will enable consolidated shipments across Asia including goods from key manufacturing sites in China, Malaysia, and Vietnam to transit via the Kuala Lumpur hub allowing all three of GEODIS’ key services – AIRFLEX, AIRFAST, AIRSAVE – to be offered to customers, presenting options that balance transit time against cost, according to customers’ individual needs. 

“By enabling seamless connections with our expanded road network, connecting Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, the multimodal hub at Kuala Lumpuroffers highly integrated transport solutions that not only circumvent disruptions affecting both air and sea cargo flows, but also ensure that customers’ shipments can reach anywhere in mainland Southeast Asia,” says Onno Boots, President and Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific, GEODIS.

”Given the increasingly complex supply chain landscape that has affected the logistical priorities and needs of industries across the board, it is more crucial now than ever to supplement integrated transport networks on strategic routes.  GEODIS’ new intra-APAC flight routes represent our sustained commitment to provide highly reliable and innovative solutions to help customers optimize their response to the e-commerce boom and chart their long-term business growth.” 

GEODIS – www.geodis.com 

GEODIS is a top-rated, global supply chain operator recognized for its commitment to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. GEODIS’ growth-focused offerings (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and Road Transport), coupled with the company’s truly global reach thanks to a global network spanning nearly 170 countries, is reflected by its top business rankings: no. 1 in France and no. 7 worldwide. In 2020, GEODIS employed over 41,000 people globally and generated €8.4 billion in revenue.

Joint project on “Mass-production and Cost Reduction of Floating Offshore Wind Installation” adopted as Green Innovation Fund

“K” Line Wind Service, Ltd., a joint venture company between Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” LINE) and Kawasaki Kinkai Kisen Kaisha, Ltd.(*1), together with Japan Marine United Corporation, Nihon Shipyard Co., Ltd. and Toa Corporation is pleased to announce that the project of “Mass-Production and Cost Reduction of Floating Offshore Wind Installation” was officially adopted as Green Innovation Fund for “Cost Reduction for Offshore Wind Power Generation Projects”

In order to achieve the Japanese government target of carbon neutral by 2050, development of renewable energy is essential. The offshore wind power generation will play an important role in this target with its potential as major energy source and economic growth brought by the supply-chain development in Japan. With limited shallow water for Offshore Wind installation around Japan, there is a high expectation of floating offshore wind which can be developed despite of the depth of ocean. To develop the floating offshore wind, the technology for mass-production and cost reduction needs to be achieved.

Having above understanding, the consortium targets to develop mass-production method and cost reduction of floating foundation, mooring/anchoring system, installation at sea in every aspect of EPCI (Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation).

The role of each consortium member shall be as per the chart.

CompanyMajor Role
Japan Marine United CorporationDevelopment/Manufacturing of floating foundation and EPCI of floating offshore wind projects Optimization of Floating Foundation Mass-production of Floating Foundation Optimization of Hybrid Mooring system Development of cost competitive procedure in floating offshore wind installation (Turbine assembly and floating foundation installation)
Nihon Shipyard Co., Ltd.Engineering of floating foundation and development of offshore support vessels for offshore wind projects Optimization of Floating Foundation Engineering for mass-production of Floating Foundation Engineering for Hybrid Mooring System Engineering for cost competitive procedure in floating offshore wind installation (Turbine assembly and floating foundation installation)
“K” Line Wind Service, Ltd.Development of floating foundation installation Cost competitive installation procedure
Toa CorporationDevelopment of turbine assembly Cost competitive assembly procedure

“K” Line Wind Service, Ltd. is determined to contribute to floating offshore wind development by developing optimal and cost competitive procedure in installation of floating foundation (*2) with the experience and know-how “K” Line group gained through the Offshore Support Vessel operations.

(*1) “K” Line Wind Service, Ltd

A joint venture company established by Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. and Kawasaki Kinkai Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. on June 1st, 2021 targeting the contribution to Offshore Wind in Japan throughout the marine solution that the group have developed in the history of 100-year.

ICHCA Announces Record Number of Entries for the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award

Over 30 organisations from around the world have submitted entries for the 2021 TT Club Innovation in Safety Award.  Covering products and procedures that achieve a demonstrable improvement in cargo handling and transport safety, the submissions range in focus from bulk cargo handling to containerised cargoes; safety reporting and education to environmental monitoring and fire- fighting.   

London, 20 January 2022

Designed to both encourage safety innovation at a time of increased operational demands on the global cargo handling infrastructure, and to celebrate the practical success of such initiatives, this will be the fourth time that the Award has been presented. TT Club, as a prominent freight transport insurer, and the association representing cargo handlers, ICHCA International, have long worked together to identify and promote operational safety in the industry.  They consistently produce safety advice and support innovation to improve safety in cargo operations and logistics.

“With over 50% more submissions than in any previous year, I am thrilled to see a record year for entries to the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award,” said ICHCA CEO, Richard Steele.  “The judges had an abundance of creative, innovative and thought-provoking content to consider.  This level of response emphasises that there are lots of smart, dedicated people who are working throughout the cargo handling world to improve safety and we are proud to be part of that endeavour.”

As the leading specialist insurer of cargo handling risk worldwide, TT is a mutual organisation dedicated to reducing risk and advising on loss prevention through improved safety regimes.  TT Risk Management Director, Peregrine Storrs-Fox comments “We consider our founding of, and continuing support for the Innovation in Safety award as entirely appropriate to the Club’s core mission.  TT remains dedicated to safety through the industry and is proud to have celebrated past winners such as Hapag Lloyd’s Cargo Patrol, as well as terminal automation experts, Kunz and Yardeye for their work with CSX Intermodal Terminals, in addition to all the other worthy entrants, for their innovations, each of which can be seen to improve safety standards significantly in the global transport and logistics industry.”

The Award, open to any individual, team or company that is part of the cargo supply chain, is presented to the entry that has been judged as the best product, idea, solution, process, scheme or other innovation delivering improvement in operational safety.  The Award event, a virtual ceremony to be held on 22nd February, 2022, https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5371375306422039564 will profile a limited number of shortlisted entries, culminating in the Award being made.

Speaking on behalf of the judging panel, Bill Brassington, Chair of the ICHCA Technical Panel, “It was exciting to read all of the excellent submissions covering such a wide variety of safety related innovations.  The quality and quantity of submissions demonstrates the importance of the TT Club Innovation in Safety Award, and it was hard to differentiate their value to the cargo handling world,” he commented.  “Out of this strong field, there were only a few marks between many of the entries. While the Award will inevitably recognise one entry, we will, as previously, publish a digest of all entries to give profile to all of the really valuable innovative work that is being done.  In that context, we would congratulate all for their work and dedication to improving safety in cargo handling.”

About ICHCA International

Established in 1952, ICHCA International is an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the safety, productivity and efficiency of cargo handling and movement worldwide. ICHCA’s privileged NGO status enables it to represent its members, and the cargo handling industry at large, in front of national and international agencies and regulatory bodies, while its Technical Panel provides best practice advice and develops publications on a wide range of practical cargo handling issues.

Operating through a series of national and regional chapters, including ICHCA Australia, ICHCA Japan and plus Correspondence and Working Groups, ICHCA provides a focal point for informing, educating, lobbying and networking to improve knowledge and best practice across the cargo handling chain.

www.ichca.com

About TT Club

TT Club is the established market-leading independent provider of mutual insurance and related risk management services to the international transport and logistics industry. TT Club’s primary objective is to help make the industry safer and more secure. Founded in 1968, the Club has more than 1100 Members, spanning container owners and operators, ports and terminals, and logistics companies, working across maritime, road, rail, and air. TT Club is renowned for its high-quality service, in-depth industry knowledge and enduring Member loyalty. It retains more than 93% of its Members with a third of its entire membership having chosen to insure with the Club for 20 years or more.  

www.ttclub.com

GEODIS announces new leadership in Germany

Antje Lochmann has been appointed the Managing Director of both GEODIS’ Freight Forwarding and Contract Logistics activities in Germany. With this appointment, two of the supply chain operator’s lines of business in the country will benefit from her leadership.

Antje Lochmann

Antje Lochmann (43) has many years of experience in the logistics industry and within the GEODIS organization. She joined GEODIS in 2011 and has held various positions in sales, marketing, key accounts and strategic sales planning. She is also one of the youngest senior managers to be promoted within GEODIS’ leadership program.

Since Antje Lochmann took over the role as the Managing Director of Germany’s Freight Forwarding activities in 2018, she and her team have led the business to continued growth and profitability. Now, she will also manage the Contract Logistics’ line of business in Germany. She will be responsible for 22 locations and around 1,350 employees. Antje Lochmann is a member of the management board of GEODIS’ North, East and Central Europe region andshe is based in Hamburg.

“Our Freight Forwarding and Contract Logistics business units will be gathered under the same leadership in Germany in order to create new synergies and to successfully develop the company in accordance with our regional growth strategy,” said Thomas Kraus, GEODIS’ President & CEO North, East and Central Europe. “I am very delighted that with Antje Lochmann we have an excellent and experienced leader for one of our key markets in the region.”

GEODIS – www.geodis.com 

GEODIS is a top-rated, global supply chain operator recognized for its commitment to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. GEODIS’ growth-focused offerings (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and Road Transport), coupled with the company’s truly global reach thanks to a global network spanning nearly 170 countries, is reflected by its top business rankings: no. 1 in France and no. 7 worldwide. In 2020, GEODIS employed over 41,000 people globally and generated €8.4 billion in revenue.

“K “Line – Posted Message for CDP2021 “A List” Award

Earning Highest Rating “A” for Six Consecutive Years

On January 19th, CDP2021 “A List” award, hosted by CDP Worldwide-Japan, was held online and Yukikazu Myochin, President & CEO of “K” LINE delivered message as one of “A List” company in the event. The video message is posted on “K” LINE’s YouTube channel.

“K” LINE YouTube channel  https://youtu.be/jn7bIMZ1gJY

“K” LINE corporate website  https://www.kline.co.jp/en/index.html *accessible from banner

“K” LINE was selected as “A List 2021”, the top rating, on climate change from CDP, which is a non-profit global organization (NGO) engaging in activities for realizing sustainable economy, on December 7, 2021. In this year, due to stricter evaluation criteria, the number of recognized “A List” companies have decreased from 280 in the previous year to 200 in this year, of which 55 are Japanese companies.

GEODIS inaugurates a new rail link between France and Italy

A leading player in multimodal transport, the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business is expanding its network in Europe with the introduction of a road-rail solution linking the Paris region with northern Italy.

Officially launched on January 18, the line links Noisy-le-Sec in France to Novara in Italy and is intended to offer an alternative to road transport.

On a booked path, GEODIS operates 3 rotations per week (i.e. 6 round trips) and offers a loading capacity of 240 ITUs[1]per week. This represents a saving of up to 75% in greenhouse gas emissions[2].

Daniele Bernardi, Managing Director of the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business in Italy, said: “We are delighted to be able to offer a road-rail solution to our customers including delivery to or from France, for packaged products as well as liquids or powders; hazardous materials or waste. A single loading unit is used from the sender to the recipient (swap bodies, box containers and tanks). All our container carriers are equipped with GPS beacons to guarantee safety and real-time information.”

Inauguration of the new line on Tuesday 18 January in Novara, Italy
Left: Marc Vollet, Director of Operations and Multimodal for the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business
Right: Daniele Bernardi, Managing Director of the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business in Italy

Marc Vollet, Director of Operations and Multimodal for the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business, added: “As the French leader in multimodal transport, we continue to develop rail-road solutions in Europe. This new France-Italy route provides our customers with additional capacity for cross-border multimodal transport and it emits three times less CO2 than transport by road.”

This project is part of the GEODIS Road Transport Line of Business’ “Green” strategy. It operates more than 100 trains per week on the European network.

[1] ITU: Intermodal Transport Unit.

[2] Milan-Paris Region route, by comparison with a road solution.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com 

GEODIS is a top-rated, global supply chain operator recognized for its commitment to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. GEODIS’ growth-focused offerings (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and Road Transport), coupled with the company’s truly global reach thanks to a global network spanning nearly 170 countries, is reflected by its top business rankings: no. 1 in France and no. 7 worldwide. In 2020, GEODIS employed over 41,000 people globally and generated €8.4 billion in revenue.


GEODIS MyParcel Expands Direct-to-Customer Intercontinental Delivery Service to Canada

GEODIS today announced it has expanded GEODIS MyParcel, a direct-to-customer intercontinental delivery service, to Canada to allow brands to continue growing their e-Commerce business on a global scale. GEODIS MyParcel was first launched in 2020 to offer a small parcel delivery service from the U.S. to 27 European countries, with the goal of progressively expanding globally as seen with the addition of the Canadian market.

As a byproduct of the COVID-19 pandemic, cross-border e-Commerce activity has grown drastically as consumers have altered buying behaviors by increasingly turning to the online purchase of goods. According to Statista, global retail e-Commerce sales reached $4.3 trillion in 2020 and is expected to jump to $5.4 trillion in 2022. In particular, eMarketer reported the Canadian retail e-Commerce market grew by an astounding 75% in 2020, the second fastest-growing market globally. Canadian e-Commerce sales are predicted to top $500 billion in 2022.

“With no end in sight for current cross-border e-Commerce trends, it is vital brands today implement international shipping into their operations to meet demand and remain competitive,” said Manoj Pankaj, Vice President of Cross-border e-Commerce | B2C Shipping at GEODIS in Americas. “With the expansion of GEODIS MyParcel into Canada, we are enabling our customers to further strengthen their international presence and growth potential by accessing a new, rapidly growing market.”

The International Post Corporation reports that 25% of global customers cited a long delivery time as the top issue related to cross-border e-Commerce. To help navigate this challenge, GEODIS MyParcel guarantees fast, reliable delivery within 4-6 days to meet customer demand. GEODIS MyParcel also features a tax and customs duty calculator displayed at the shopping cart level to provide complete price transparency to customers before the transaction is completed, which can improve overall client satisfaction by eliminating surprise fees upon delivery.

“Ultimately, GEODIS MyParcel is designed to offer the right balance between speed and price at a transparent, total landed cost,” said Pankaj. “As a result of GEODIS’ end-to-end global transportation network, fully integrated digital platform and deep e-Commerce expertise across a team of logistics professionals, GEODIS MyParcel provides domestic e-Commerce brands with a simple way to go global.”

GEODIS plans to continue expanding GEODIS MyParcel into new geographical areas in the future.

To learn more about GEODIS, visit www.geodis.com.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com   

GEODIS is a top-rated, global supply chain operator recognized for its commitment to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. GEODIS’ growth-focused offerings (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and Road Transport), coupled with the company’s truly global reach thanks to a global network spanning nearly 170 countries, is reflected by its top business rankings: no. 1 in France and no. 7 worldwide. In 2020, GEODIS employed over 41,000 people globally and generated €8.4 billion in revenue.

Rise in differing cargo theft types driven by conditions at congested US ports

Third quarter cargo theft data in the US shows storage facilities targeted in 45% of reported cases; up from 20% of recorded cases in the same quarter in 2020.  Fall in hijacking and robbery of vehicles from 67% to just 25% this year coincidental with rise in theft of cargo units in unsecured storage areas. Congestion throughout the supply chain but particularly in and around ports is a significant contributory factor to this diversification of theft types.

London & New Jersey, 18th January 2022

Freight insurance specialists, TT Club and the supply chain services and solutions team at BSI, the business improvement and standards company have highlighted the increased risk of theft from storage facilities seen over the past few months in the United States. The changes in theft patterns from the same quarter last year highlight a trend away from ‘on the move’ targets to those locations where cargo is temporarily stored and delivered.  These locations include traditional warehouses and depots where containers and trailers are being held awaiting collection, many of which are temporary facilities in port areas without adequate security regimes.

As the diagrammatic comparisons below show, the largest rise in the methods and locations for cargo theft was from facilities:  the percentage of the total increasing to 25% in the third quarter this year in contrast with just 7% in 2020.  At the other extreme theft of vehicles fell from a dominant 47% in 2020 to a surprisingly low 15%; in addition, hijackings halved from 20% to 10%.


Please note the more prevalent types of theft for each quarter are indicated by the ‘hotter’ colours in the illustration above

In commenting on some of the more contrasting figures, Mike Yarwood, TT Club’s Managing Director, Loss Prevention said, “The is little doubt that the problems of supply chain disruption that are currently bedevilling the US freight transport system, particularly that of container congestion at ports and inland hubs, is creating increased opportunities for thieves. The static nature of cargo in these circumstances, often stored in temporary and less secure facilities, leads to criminal ingenuity adapting the modus operandi of theft in a typically resourceful way.”

TT is keen to use the insightful data provided by BSI Screen in identifying sifts in cargo theft trends and bring them to the attention of operators in as timely as a fashion as possible. Those concerned with risk management in the supply chain both in the US and throughout the world should be aware of such patterns and hopefully take measures to reduce losses, costs and insurance claims. 

TT is committed to providing resources to help supply chain stakeholders to enact such mitigating measures.  Yarwood explains, “Whatever the location and means of cargo theft such incidents can often be averted through straightforward due diligence, management processes and employee vetting and training.” To this end, TT has a webpage dedicated to advice on improving supply chain security which can be accessed via this link

https://www.ttclub.com/loss-prevention/supply-chain-security/?utm_source=pressrelease&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=bsi_cargotheft

About TT Club

TT Club is the established market-leading independent provider of mutual insurance and related risk management services to the international transport and logistics industry. TT Club’s primary objective is to help make the industry safer and more secure. Founded in 1968, the Club has more than 1100 Members, spanning container owners and operators, ports and terminals, and logistics companies, working across maritime, road, rail, and air. TT Club is renowned for its high-quality service, in-depth industry knowledge and enduring Member loyalty. It retains more than 93% of its Members with a third of its entire membership having chosen to insure with the Club for 20 years or more.  

www.ttclub.com

About BSI

BSI is the business improvement and standards company that enables organizations to turn standards of best practice into habits of excellence, ‘inspiring trust for a more resilient world’. For over a century BSI has driven best practice in organizations around the world. Working with over 77,500 clients across 195 countries, it is a truly global business with skills and experience across all sectors including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail and healthcare. Through its expertise in Standards and Knowledge, Assurance Services, Regulatory Services and Consulting Services, BSI helps clients to improve their performance, grow sustainably, manage risk and ultimately become more resilient.

To learn more, please visit: www.bsigroup.com

About BSI Supply Chain Services and Solutions
BSI Supply Chain Services and Solutions is the leading global provider of supply chain intelligence, global supply chain verification auditing services, audit compliance and risk management software solutions, and advisory services. BSI’s supply chain services and solutions and services can work independently to address specific needs or combined together to gain unparalleled visibility into your global operations. Implementing BSI’s holistic supply chain risk management suite provides organizations with a complete solution for a more sustainable and secure supply chain. To learn more, please visit www.bsigroup.com/supplychain

Klaus Hilpert joins Combi Lift

German heavy lift and project logistics expert Combi Lift strengthens its Management Team with Klaus Hilpert joining as Managing Director.

Klaus Hilpert

Combi Lift has significantly expanded its services over the past year, increasing its global footprint even further after founding the Forwarding Solutions Division in October. Klaus Hilpert was appointed as Managing Director and Chairman of the Board of Directors to reinforce the team.

“I am very pleased that Klaus is part of our team. With his expertise and proven track record in the project forwarding industry, he will lead the continued expansion of our logistics brand,” explained Dr. Martin Harren, CEO and Owner of the Harren & Partner Group.

Klaus Hilpert, who brings more than four decades of experience as an icon in the project logistics industry, emphasised: “I am excited to joining this ambitious and winning team. The unique spirit and the quality of Combi Lift inspired me to take this wonderful opportunity from the very first conversation.”

About Combi Lift: Combi Lift is a logistics expert for comprehensive transport solutions. The dedicated team consists of more than 30 experienced logisticians, forwarders, naval architects and engineers. Combi Lift focuses on demanding logistics challenges beyond the day-to-day transport business. It’s the one-stop shop for all kinds of heavy lift transport solutions, particularly door-to-door and multimodal concepts – from the factory to the building site. Combi Lift offers its clients seamless logistics solutions, from initial planning and budgetary phases to the final delivery and facility start-up. The German logistics expert provides comprehensive land and sea transport services without any liability gaps; the entire process is handled by Combi Lift. The company is headquartered in Bremen – at the heart of the Harren & Partner Group, which has a fleet of 84 units, 22 offices and 3,200 employees worldwide. This simplifies decision-making processes and ensures that the necessary expertise and vessels are always at hand.

For more information about Combi Lift, go to www.combi-lift.net

GEODIS awarded contract with American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. to support retailer’s growth in Japan

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) taps GEODIS for its strategic operations in Japan and omnichannel growth in the market for their leading American Eagle and Aerie brands. This contract comes amidst explosive growth of opportunities on e-Commerce platforms around the world.

GEODIS, a global leading transport and logistics services provider, today announced that AEO has awarded its Japan office the contract to support the retailer’s distribution center. According to economists at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), global e-Commerce growth has seen a dramatic rise across retail sales fueled by COVID-19, with a jump from 16 to 19 percent in 2020. AEO has partnered with GEODIS to support its growth, beginning in Japan, and anticipates eventually expanding the brands to other markets in Asia and other regions in the coming months. 

Chris Cahill, Managing Director, North Asia Sub-Region of GEODIS said: “Retail brands are reaching their customers in unprecedented fashion as they shop for their favorite items anytime and anywhere, and GEODIS is proud to be the appointed logistics provider to deliver AEO products into the hands of customers in the shortest amount of time possible no matter where they reside in Japan.”

The retailer’s ambitious growth as an online brand demonstrates its continued resonance with customers in Japan and the region. Over the years, AEO has maintained a closeness to its Japan customer base, now enhanced by the presence of its distribution center run by GEODIS, which will cut down lengthy delivery times through a centralized distribution model from a single location to ensure customers have the best experience. 

Chauhan Vijay, Senior Vice President – International at AEO said: “This partnership with GEODIS provides AEO the agility, flexibility and reach to bring our leading brands–and our signature American Eagle jeans and Aerie’s comfortable, cozy apparel and intimates–to our customers faster and more efficiently.  GEODIS’ logistical capabilities enable us to further enhance our omnichannel experience and provide the very best for our customers by making it easier to shop our brands. AEO products are now within easy reach, no matter from wherever the customers are shopping in Japan.”

GEODIS – www.geodis.com 

GEODIS is a top-rated, global supply chain operator recognized for its commitment to helping clients overcome their logistical constraints. GEODIS’ growth-focused offerings (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and Road Transport), coupled with the company’s truly global reach thanks to a global network spanning nearly 170 countries, is reflected by its top business rankings: no. 1 in France and no. 7 worldwide. In 2020, GEODIS employed over 41,000 people globally and generated €8.4 billion in revenue.