GEODIS Wilson

GEODIS, a leading intermodal operator, has expanded its rail freight services with another fixed schedule connection. As of June 11^th, the freight train between Łódź and Barcelona was operable, representing the first direct rail connection between the two countries.

On the inaugural trip customers’ goods in 44 containers and/or swap bodies, each capable of carrying a payload of 26 tons set off from the freight terminal in Łódź, reaching Barcelona after just three days, from where ‘last mile’ distribution will take place by road. Later on that day of arrival, the train returns to Poland with imported goods from Spain. Successive trains have also a capacity of 44 units, replacing the same amount of trucks that might otherwise be used.

The service is another example of GEODIS’ ability to go beyond a pure intermodal offering and provide a truly multimodal option, which combines road transport with rail seamlessly, enabling a secure flow of goods and more flexibility in managing peaks in demand.

Moving more goods safely with less energy consumed.

Delivering goods on rail emits five times less CO₂e than covering the same distance by road and is 12 times lower than the equivalent air transport. The rail link allows the delivery of as much as 1,000 tons of goods from various industries.  

The rail route between Łódź and Barcelona, although longer than the road journey by almost 160 km, reduces CO_2e emissions by up to -79%. Moreover, energy consumption is around 57% lower.

Dynamic development of rail transport services

In the first stage of the development of this project, the schedule provides for one train per week, leaving Łódź every Tuesday. In the other direction, the train will depart from Barcelona on Fridays.  

“The launch of the new Łódź – Barcelona rail connection provides customers a large number of benefits, as it will enable punctual transportation of shipments, while considerably limiting CO2 emissions,” said Marc Vollet, Chief Operations Officer at GEODIS European Road Network.  “GEODIS is one of the leading intermodal operators, and we are proud to continue in this vein by developing this road-rail solution in Europe, enabling our customers to benefit from even more solutions and optional routings.  We have great ambitions for this new line, as we plan to increase the frequency to two trains per week in the near future.”

This new multimodal block-train is an addition to the existing GEODIS multimodal route network which operates nearly 120 trains a week throughout Europe.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

In January of this year GEODIS committed to the Science Based Targets Initiative. GEODIS´ global targets are to reduce our scope 1 & 2 CO₂ emissions by 42% and to decreasing the carbon intensity of subcontracted transport (scope 3) by 2030 compared to 2022. GEODIS Denmark has just taken the first big step on this reduction journey and switched to 100% renewable energy already from January 2024.

“When we started the process, we were looking for a more low-carbon alternative to what we had before. We chose EWII* and now our electricity is 100% renewable. This means we have reduced our CO₂ footprint by almost 40 tons per year. We are very proud to support this very necessary and important initiative and to have taken a significant leap towards reaching our target,” says Kent Husted, Managing Director, GEODIS Denmark.

Under the terms of the EWII certificate, which is valid from 01.01.2024 to 31.12.2025, the energy supplier certifies that GEODIS Denmark purchases its entire electricity consumption as renewable electricity. EWII ensures that 100% of the electricity consumption comes from sources such as wind turbines, solar panels, hydroelectric power, and biomass.

In line with its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, GEODIS Denmark has also changed all lighting to LED and bought new computer screens, that use a third less electricity than previous screens. In addition, the company offers four charging points for electric vehicles at each of its branches in Kastrup and Vejle, and is planning to expand this later this year.

“As a company and as an employer, GEODIS places social issues at the heart of its concerns. One of our seven Golden Rules that form the basis of our operations, is “Be a good citizen”. This underlines our efforts to focus on developing low-carbon solutions, reducing the impact of our activities on the environment, and continuously improving the health, safety and well-being of our employees. The EWII certificate is an important step on our journey towards developing environmentally friendly solutions for all our stakeholders,” says Thomas Kraus, Regional President & CEO of GEODIS EUROPE

*The EWII Group is located in Denmark and is the Triangle region’s local energy company, comprising commercial companies under the name of EWII. The object of EWII is to engage in activities relating to infrastructure, such as electricity, water, heating, energy and communication, and related commercial services to create value in the Triangle region, which includes the municipalities of Kolding, Vejen, Middelfart, Fredericia and Vejle. More information on EWII here →

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53,000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

GEODIS DANMARK SKIFTER SIT ELEKTRICITETSFORBRUG TIL 100 % VEDVARENDE ENERGI

I januar 2024 forpligtede GEODIS sig til Science Based Targets-initiative. GEODIS’ globale mål, er at reducere scope 1 og 2 CO2-emissioner med 42% samt at mindske kulstofudledning i vores underleverandørtransport (scope 3) med 30% inden 2030 sammenlignet med 2022. GEODIS Danmark, har netop taget det første store skridt på denne reduktionsrejse, hvilket har betydet et vigtigt skifte til 100 % vedvarende energi allerede fra januar i år.

“Da vi startede processen, søgte vi et alternativ, der var mere CO2-neutralt end vores tidligere løsning. Vi valgte EWII* og nu er vores elektricitet 100 % vedvarende. Det betyder, at vi har reduceret vores CO2-fodaftryk med næsten 40 tons om året. Vi er utroligt stolte af at bakke op om dette nødvendige og vigtige tiltag og at tage et betydeligt skridt mod at opnå vores mål.” udtaler Kent Husted, Managing Director hos GEODIS Danmark.

I henhold til EWII-certifikatet, som er gældende fra 01.01.2024 til 31.12.2025, bekræfter energileverandøren, at GEODIS Danmark dækker hele sit elforbrug med vedvarende energi. EWII garanterer, at 100 % af elektriciteten leveres fra vedvarende kilder, så som vindmøller, solpaneler, vandkraft og biomasse.

I tråd med indsatsen for at reducere sit CO2-aftryk, har GEODIS Danmark også ændret al belysning til LED og købt nye computerskærme, der bruger en tredjedel mindre strøm end tidligere skærme. Derudover tilbyder virksomheden fire ladepunkter til elbiler i hver af sine afdelinger i Kastrup og Vejle, og planlægger at udvide dette senere i år.

“Som virksomhed og arbejdsgiver prioriterer GEODIS sociale spørgsmål højt. En af vores syv ‘Golden Rules’, som er fundamentet for vores virksomhed, er: ‘Vær en god medborger’. Dette understreger vores engagement i at udvikle CO2-neutrale løsninger, mindske vores aktiviteters miljøpåvirkning og kontinuerligt forbedre vores medarbejderes sundhed, sikkerhed og trivsel. EWII-certifikatet markerer et vigtigt skridt på vores vej mod at udvikle mere bæredygtige løsninger for vores interessenter,” Udtaler Thomas Kraus, Regional Præsident og CEO for GEODIS EUROPE.

*EWII Group er beliggende i Danmark og er Trekantområdets lokale energiselskab, som omfatter kommercielle organisationer under navnet EWII. Formålet med EWII er at engagere sig i aktiviteter relateret til infrastruktur, såsom el, vand, varme, energi og kommunikation – og andre kommercielle ydelser som er med til at skabe at skabe værdi i Trekantområdet, hvilket f.eks. omfatter kommunerne; Kolding, Vejen, Middelfart, Fredericia og Vejle.

Læs mere om EWII her →

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS er en førende global logistikleverandør, der er anerkendt for sin ekspertise på tværs af alle aspekter af forsyningskæden. Som vækstpartner for sine kunder er GEODIS specialiseret i fire forretningsområder: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport og European Road Network. Med et globalt netværk, der spænder over næsten 170 lande og 53.000 ansatte, er GEODIS rangeret som nr. 5 i verdenen. I 2023 genererede GEODIS €11,6 milliarder i omsætning. GEODIS er et selskab ejet af SNCF-gruppen.

On May 30^th 2024, Marie-Christine Lombard, CEO of GEODIS, signed a GEODIS Diversity Policy.

This signature marks GEODIS’ commitment to its employees to foster a work environment that values ​​and respects all. This is to ensure that everyone receives fair treatment and participates in GEODIS’ success, thanks to their individual talent.

This Diversity Policy defines GEODIS’ ambitions and priorities in terms of equal opportunities, regardless of age, gender, culture, or disability.

The policy enshrines a number of commitments:  

• Implementation of fair and inclusive recruitment and hiring practices to attract a diverse pool of candidates,
• Provision of ongoing training and development opportunities for all employees to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion,
• maintenance of a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace environment for all employees,
• monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of our diversity and inclusion efforts to ensure accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

This policy is forms the basis of the direction that the Group wishes to take on behalf of its employees and will be adapted to the specificities of the local cultures of each country in which GEODIS is present.

You can discover all these commitments in our policy.

About GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

GEODIS announces the publication of its 2023 Activity and Sustainability (CSR) Report. In her editorial message contained in the report, Marie-Christine Lombard, CEO of GEODIS, develops her vision for GEODIS: “Resilience, integrated logistics solutions and decarbonization: three strong markers of the Group’s transformation”.

The report is structured in three parts: 

• The first presents information on the Group’s business in 2023, including key figures, the value creation model, acquisitions, innovations, etc.
• The central section focuses on GEODIS’ corporate social responsibility policy, providing details of the Group’s environmental, social and ethical actions.
• The final section summarizes the performance indicators.

The Group has called on the independent firm EY to verify the assertions and data published, guaranteeing both the transparency and reliability of the information.

This report is fully in line with the raison d’être of GEODIS: “Serving people by delivering their goods all around the world with innovative, sustainable and ethical logistics.”

To read the full report click here

About GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

Global technology powerhouse, Lenovo, has presented GEODIS with the Logistics Sustainability Excellence Award at their recent annual Global Supplier Conference 2024 in Shenzhen, China.

Since 2019, GEODIS has worked closely with Lenovo to navigate the ever-evolving supply chain landscape throughout the pandemic and after, ensuring their products reach major destinations across all continents.  GEODIS provides air, sea, and road freight services on all major trade lanes with the principal origin being China.  Over the past 5 years, teams from GEODIS and Lenovo have collaborated together to reduce lead times, control expense, streamline flows, all with the goal of CO₂ emission reduction.

Lenovo has set ambitious GHG reduction targets for 2030 on its scopes 1, 2 and 3 and is committed to reach net-zero by 2050. This commitment has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making Lenovo one of the pioneers among PC and smartphone manufacturers with a net-zero target validated by that organization. As for GEODIS, the Group has pledged to reduce its scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% and the carbon intensity of subcontracted transport (scope 3) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2022.  As part of this strong commitment on both sides, GEODIS and Lenovo have entered a long-term exclusive agreement on a customized and flexible “insetting” solution for Lenovo to participate in achieving approximately 80 % CO2 reduction through a fuel switch to Sustainable Marine Fuel (SMF). SMF offers a low-carbon alternative fuel option for ocean freight and mitigates ocean transportation’s impact on climate change. Additionally, GEODIS is exploring with Lenovo to implement a solution to rate, route and allocate volumes on the aircraft type generating the least amount of emission.

Chris Cahill, GEODIS’ Managing Director, Middle East and Indian Sub-Continent, who received the award, said, ”I am deeply honored to receive the Logistics Sustainability Excellence award on behalf of GEODIS. We thank Lenovo for this recognition and the opportunity to partner in reducing emissions throughout their supply chain. This award is testament to the dedication of our teams around the globe who have been working closely with our clients and partners for many years to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to reduce our impact on the environment.”

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

SINGAPORE – June 3^rd 2024 – GEODIS,a leading global logistics provider,  and L-Acoustics, the industry leader in premium professional sound, opened their new regional distribution center in Singapore. The distribution center, the first for L-Acoustics in the Asia Pacific region, is a testament to the manufacturer’s commitment to this strategic and growing market.

“Our mission is to strengthen our ties with clients, creating a hub from which we can provide ideal support,” explains Tim Zhou, CEO APAC at L-Acoustics. “The new warehouse will enable elevated customer service and faster delivery for their important projects.”

All L-Acoustics solutions are manufactured in Europe and prior to the opening of the Singapore distribution centre, orders for customers in the Asia Pacific region were fulfilled from France. The new centre will allow the company to better support clients throughout the region, shortening delivery times and streamlining the supply chain.

L-Acoustics and GEODIS have grown a global partnership which began in 2018 when GEODIS was trusted with the distribution of the manufacturer’s products in France and Europe, with GEODIS providing L-Acoustics with global end-to-end logistics solutions covering freight,  and customs and trade compliance management. The choice to partner with GEODIS for the launch of a new distribution centre in Singapore stems from the company’s supply chain expertise and track record in setting up bonded warehouses which demand licensed storage facilities with robust security measures, skilled personnel and operational capabilities aligned with local customs regulations.  The Singapore distribution centre is a bonded/zero-GST (Goods and Services Tax — GST) facility.

“Today marks a pivotal moment for L-Acoustics as we expand our regional logistics hub network with the help of our partner GEODIS, aiming to bring our customers the same level of service worldwide” says Hervé Guillaume, CEO at L-Acoustics Group.  “The foundation of our relationship with GEODIS is built on a shared spirit of innovation and performance, and a people-first mindset.  Together, we champion hyper-care for our partners throughout all our operations.”

“This recognition of our shared values reaffirms that our commitment to excellence and care is valued by our partners,” commented Onno Boots, President and CEO of Asia Pacific and Middle East, GEODIS, “It is a testament to the strong relationships we have built, the service we provide, and the trust we’ve earned. Together, we will continue to raise the bar of excellence and support L-Acoustics in their growth.”

About GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

About L-Acoustics – www.l-acoustics.com

L-Acoustics is renowned for developing innovative sound systems and technologies that elevate the listening experience. Founded in France in 1984, L-Acoustics currently employs 800 team members worldwide, with headquarters in Paris, Los Angeles, London, and Singapore. Recognized for pioneering the line source array, L-Acoustics continues to shape the future of sound with solutions such as the L-ISA Immersive Hyperreal Sound technology, which offers 3D multi-dimensional audio. L-Acoustics also offers exceptional concert-grade sound systems and immersive sound spaces for residential and architectural environments. In recognition of introducing these groundbreaking creative technologies, L-Acoustics was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020 and 2023.

L-Acoustics sound systems can be heard around the globe in venues like the Hollywood Bowl and the Philharmonie de Paris, at the world’s top-grossing festivals such as Coachella and Tomorrowland, international special events like the World Expo 2020 and World Cup 2022, and on tour with world-class artists such as Billie Eilish, Post Malone, Arctic Monkeys, and Jacky Cheung, and in the Las Vegas residencies of Katy Perry, Adele, and more.

Leading global logistics service provider GEODIS, received the Best Cargo Transportation Company award at LogiSYM Awards, held in Singapore. 

The award, Best Cargo Transportation Company, recognises GEODIS’ expertise in the supply chain and logistics industry and achievements in delivering customers increased service levels, optimised costs, and improved sustainability performance. All the award winners were judged by an 11-person panel that represented the logistics and supply chain industry.

GEODIS has been helping its customers overcome complex challenges like capacity constraints and disruption that currently exist across global supply chains. In response to these growing challenges, GEODIS has expanded its Road Network from Singapore to China. Offering multimodal freight options, the technology-driven road network is based on a hub-and-spoke model, integrating with major air hubs and seaports.

In addition, recognizing the evolving regulatory landscape and the complexities of global trade, GEODIS’ service delivery is supported by a 1,200-strong team of in-house dedicated customs and trade compliance experts spread across its worldwide locations. GEODIS is also CEIV-certified in 27 sites globally ensuring quality standards for pharmaceutical shipments, in particular.

To further improve visibility and control for customers, GEODIS has enhanced its digital freight management platform, IRIS (Intelligent Real-Time Information System). This advanced tool uses AI technology and offers customers 24/7 control and supply chain visibility.

Assisting its customers to abide by high environmental care standards, alongside the transition of its own fleet, GEODIS is carrying out measures to reduce GHG emissions on all forms of transport involved in its operations. From an increased use of sustainable marine fuel (SMF) and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to the expert provision of optimized cargo flows and the implementation of  modal shifts, GEODIS is committed to a cleaner supply chain.

GEODIS APAC and Middle East Regional President and CEO, Onno Boots said, “We are honored to receive the Best Cargo Transportation Company award at the LogiSYM Awards 2024. Disruptions and geopolitical developments have continued to impact how companies conduct their business and supply chains. Over the past year, we have invested in our multi-modal network and logistics infrastructure and capabilities to provide our customers with innovative and sustainable solutions. This award is a testament to our efforts to help our customers build resilience and agility into their supply chains.”

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

Global logistics provider GEODIS will showcase its Project Logistics services at Breakbulk Europe in Rotterdam next week (May 21^st to 23^rd). Tailored to individual complex, oversized and extra-heavy transport challenges its 550 specialists in thirty-five countries pride themselves on a service featuring expert governance and exceptionally security throughout every journey.

GEODIS’ Project Logistics entity serves the needs of customers across multiple industries including military and defense, energy, petrochemicals, renewables, mining, rail, and infrastructure, which require specialist handling of challenging loads utilizing air, ocean, inland waterways, road, and rail. GEODIS’ extensive global network ensures meticulous care in customizing and implementing end-to-end transportation solutions, backed by robust and accurate tracking technologies in a zero-harm environment. 

At Breakbulk Europe industry experts Luke Mace, Global Senior Vice President for Project Logistics, Amanda Bouin, Global Senior Director of Energy, and Michael Giling, Project Logistics Regional Director Europe, among a host of other GEODIS professionals will be on hand at Booth 2F 31 (Hall 2) to explain in detail the capabilities of one of the leading logistics providers to the international project forwarding sector.

Project Logistics is part of Global Freight Forwarding, one of four Lines of Business that comprise GEODIS, the others being Global Contract Logistics, Distribution and Express Transport, and European Road Network. All act as a growth partner to customers across over 170 countries around the world. In 2023 GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue ranking it No.5 among operators in the logistics sector. 

About Breakbulk Europe:

As the global nexus for project cargo and breakbulk logistics, Breakbulk Europe brings together over 11,000 attendees and provides a networking platform to grow personal connections, generate new business and strengthen key existing relationships. Industry decision makers will be in Rotterdam to share the latest in service and product innovations that support the successful completion of global industrial projects.

europe.breakbulk.com

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group. 

GEODIS, a world leader in transport and logistics, announced it has strengthened its temperature-controlled pharmaceutical shipment capabilities in Europe by obtaining IATA’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) certification for its Copenhagen site.  GEODIS now has a total of 28 CEIV Pharma certified sites across its global network in the Americas, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Europe.

Kent Husted, Managing Director of GEODIS Denmark, who is heading a team of 140 professionals located in Copenhagen, Vejle and Odense “Denmark is one of the leading countries in the world when it comes to research, development and production of pharmaceuticals. The requirements are strict in terms of quality and selection of suppliers, which is why it made perfect sense to choose the IATA CEIV Pharma Certification for GEODIS Denmark,” he said. “Our most important goal, in general, is to help all our customers by being a good growth partner and creating quality in everything we do. When it comes to pharmaceutical transports, we have a solid global setup that can handle all transports which require temperature control. All employees involved in Pharma transport have received the right training and know what is needed to deliver the products safely to the end users and patients”, continued Husted

At its site in Copenhagen, GEODIS provides a cross dock service with a temperature range of +2°C to +8°C and +15°C to +25°C, complimented by comprehensive air, ocean and road solutions.  Strategically located for easy access to both Copenhagen airport and ocean port facilities, this hub ensures seamless transportation of goods. Pharma and Healthcare logistics is a worldwide GEODIS expertise and the company has already attracted a number of major Pharma and Healthcare customers. With this certification for its Copenhagen hub, GEODIS confirms its position as a leading player in the Pharma and Healthcare sector in Denmark and affirming its commitment to quality. 

“Through our global pharma and healthcare network we can offer tailor-made solutions for our customers that comply with the requirements of GDP (Good Distribution Practice) transport. Part of our ambition is to further develop our global end-to-end logistics solutions. With last year’s acquisition of trans-o-flex in Germany, we added a wide range of services for time-critical deliveries to our portfolio and offer a fast, reliable and time-definite delivery service, which will be extended to other European countries in the coming months. As a first step in Denmark, with a newly built part of our warehouse solely for our pharma customers, we can ensure that the products are temperature monitored, before they are to be shipped across the world, whether that would be by air, ocean or road transport”, adds Thomas Kraus, President & CEO of GEODIS EUROPE.

The IATA CEIV Pharma (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) certification ensures that facilities, equipment, operations, and personnel meet the appropriate applicable standards, guidelines and regulations expected of a pharmaceutical manufacturer and logistics provider. It helps organizations and the entire air cargo supply chain achieve pharmaceutical handling excellence, while addressing the industry’s need for more safety, security, compliance, and efficiency through a globally consistent and recognized pharmaceutical-product handling certification.

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53,000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.

As part of Halifax-based Irving Shipbuilding Inc.’s (ISI) participation in Canada’s National Shipbuilding Program, a contract to provide inbound logistics services for ship construction and repair projects has been awarded to global logistics company, GEODIS.

The contract, which will be managed by GEODIS’ Project Logistics’ team in Canada, with support from the company’s global network of offices, will cover all inbound shipments to ISI facilities in Halifax, Nova Scotia to supply three shipbuilding programs:  the Canadian Surface Combatant, Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships, and Halifax Class Frigate Repair Contracts. Utilizing GEODIS proprietary IT systems, ISI will achieve total asset visibility throughout their supply chain.

“GEODIS was selected based on its global presence and industry-leading logistics capabilities, combined with a commitment to engage with local companies to provide this critical service. Accordingly, this contract helps Irving Shipbuilding fulfill its Industrial Technological Benefits obligations under the Canadian Government’s National Shipbuilding Strategy” said Michael Snow, Irving Shipbuilding’s Director of Supply Chain.

The Canadian Government’s Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy seeks to leverage defense and Canadian Coast Guard procurements to contribute to jobs, innovation, and economic growth across the country. In line with these aims, The National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) set a plan to revitalize Canadian shipyards, bolster the Canadian Naval industrial base, renew Canada’s fleet, and to promote job creation. Irving Shipbuilding’s programs are an integral part of these policies.

“With our extensive experience in the defense and marine logistics sectors, we were able to provide a tailor-made solution focused on very specific client and governmental requirements, in a zero-harm environment,” said Luke Mace, GEODIS, Senior Vice President Project Logistics. “We are very excited to be working with Irving Shipbuilding, a company that has constructed over 80% of Canada’s Navy at sea and we look forward to continuing to build our presence in Canada through this partnership.”

GEODIS – www.geodis.com    

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in four lines of business: Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express Transport, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and 53 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 5 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF group.