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GEODIS opens new Oil & Gas Hub in Aberdeen, Scotland

18 July 2016 – Levallois-Perret

GEODIS is expanding its Industrial Projects activity and opens a new oil and gas warehouse at Aberdeen harbour, on the east coast of Scotland.

“This new facility enables us to provide an even better service to all our oil and gas customers due to its strategic location. The new GEODIS hub represents a vital link in our global oil & gas supply chain, given the relevance of this natural resources in the Northern European region“, commented Igor Muniz, Europe Industrial Projects Director.

GEODIS establishes a 1,850 sqm state-of-the-art facility with direct access to the Aberdeen port and within easy distance of Aberdeen airport. The hub will be managed by personnel with specific knowledge and skills in the oil & gas logistics sector, in order to primarily serve oil & gas operators and drilling companies. With the opening of the new warehouse GEODIS is now operating oil & gas hubs in Aberdeen, Antwerp, Dubai, Houston, Shanghai and Singapore.

GEODIS’ Industrial Projects Senior Vice President, Philippe Somers commented: “By investing in this new branch, we are strongly indicating our confidence in the North Sea market and the firm recovery of the industry in this region. It is another proof of GEODIS being a true growth partner for its clients.”

Out of Aberdeen, GEODIS will not only be serving the Northern European region but also oil & gas project activities in Eastern Europe as well as in North and Central Africa.

 

GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a Supply Chain Operator ranking among the top companies in its field in Europe and the World. GEODIS, which is part of SNCF Logistics, which in turn is a business line of the SNCF Group, is the number one Transport and Logistics operator in France and ranked number four in Europe. The international reach includes a direct presence in 67 countries and a global network spanning over 120 countries. With its five Lines of Business (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express and Road Transport), GEODIS manages its customers Supply Chain by providing end-to-end solutions enabled by over 39,500 employees, its infrastructure, its processes and systems. In 2015, GEODIS recorded €8 billion in revenue.

GEODIS moves to a new office in Mumbai

GEODIS increases its presence in Mumbai, India. The global transport and logistics provider is relocating its premises to “The Qube” at M.V. Road in Andheri (East). The move is driven by the continuous growth of GEODIS’ India business and the expansion of the Mumbai team.

“The relocation will foster a higher level of service excellence to our customers and also accentuates our commitment towards increasing our business development focus in the Western Region of India”, says Leif Voelcker, GEODIS’ Cluster Managing Director South Asia

The main services GEODIS provides in this region are freight management, industrial project management, buyer’s consolidation, and a Free Trade Warehousing Zone. As a unique positioning in the market GEODIS India is offering tailor-made solutions for different vertical markets.

GEODIS has been present in India since 1998, operating from 14 locations in the country and offering integrated logistics solutions covering freight services, warehouse management as well as local distribution. In India’s western region GEODIS has offices in Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad and Baroda.

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GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a Supply Chain Operator ranking among the top companies in its field in Europe and the World. GEODIS, which is part of SNCF Logistics, which in turn is a business line of the SNCF Group, is the number one Transport and Logistics operator in France and ranked number four in Europe. Its international reach includes a direct presence in 67 countries and a global network spanning over 120 countries. With its five Lines of Business (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express and Road Transport), GEODIS manages its customers’ Supply Chains by providing end-to-end solutions enabled by our people and by our infrastructure, processes and systems.

For more information about GEODIS, go www.geodis.com

GEODIS moves it Freight Forwarding office in San Francisco to new location

Iselin, 23 MAY 2016 

The global transport and logistics provider GEODIS moves to a new location in San Francisco. As of today, Monday, May 23, GEODIS will serve its freight forwarding customers in the area from this new location:

San Francisco new address is:

229 Littlefield Ave Unit# 1

South San Francisco, CA 94080

United States

Phone: +1 650 692 9850

FAX: +1 650 871 7061

Email: info.ff.us@geodis.com

The new premises are providing larger and more enhanced facilities. “This will enable GEODIS to offer a higher standard of service and a wide range of multi modal logistics solutions to our customers”, says Viresh Dayal, GEODIS’ Branch Manager in San Francisco.

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About GEODIS

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company, ranking fourth in its field in Europe. Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offers them tailored solutions. With over 39,000 employees in 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve the performance of its clients. The Freight Forwarding business of GEODIS delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions supported by a specialized Industrial Projects division, managing oversized cargo operations worldwide. This division has achieved international recognition for its innovative and sustainable approach to transportation solutions.

For more information about GEODIS go to – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is preparing 13,000 Equipment Kits for delivery to the Referees and Volunteers taking part in EURO 2016

1 MAY 2016 

13,000 individual bags, 450 part numbers and 120 tonnes of goods to be delivered to 10 stadiums by the end of May: this is the challenge facing the GEODIS Distribution & Express staff tasked with preparing and delivering the equipment kits for the referees and volunteers taking part in Euro 2016, which starts on June 10.

Distribution & Express has already shipped Super Victor, the competition mascot standing 1.90m tall and weighing 70 kg, and installed it at the head office of the French Football Federation. It also transported the machine used for the official draw.

Since March 29, GEODIS staff has taken delivery of 750 pallets of equipment from the official competition sponsor at a dedicated warehouse in the Paris region. On this same date, a team set up for this purpose began preparing the bags. As part of their participation in Euro 2016, all the referees and the 6,500 volunteers will receive a sports bag with a complete outfit corresponding to their size, gender and shoe size.

After preparation, the bags will be shipped to the ten stadiums involved in the competition before May 31. For this purpose, Distribution & Express has put in place a team of ten dedicated drivers, approved by the UEFA, who will travel up and down France throughout Euro 2016.

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GEODIS – www.geodis.com

GEODIS is a Supply Chain Operator ranking among the top companies in its field in Europe and the World. GEODIS, which is part of SNCF Logistics, which in turn is a business line of the SNCF Group, is the number one Transport and Logistics operator in France and ranked number four in Europe. The international reach includes a direct presence in 67 countries and a global network spanning over 120 countries. With its five Lines of Business (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express and Road Transport), GEODIS manages its customers Supply Chain by providing end-to-end solutions enabled by over 39,000 employees, its infrastructure, its processes and systems. In 2015, GEODIS recorded €8 billion in revenue.

PRESS CONTACT

Virginie HOURDIN-BREMOND

GEODIS Communications Director

Phone 00 33 (0)1 56 76 74 12

virginie.hourdin-bremond@geodis.com

 

 

 

GEODIS’ Brazil to Exhibit at Intermodal South America

GEODIS Brazil will be exhibiting at this year’s Intermodal South America at the Transamerica Expo Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil, from Tuesday, 5th until Thursday, 7th April 2016.

“GEODIS remains committed to Latin America, despite the recent economic trends and worsening situation in Brazil” said Chris Cahill, Managing Director Geodis Brazil. “GEODIS has successfully grown its business throughout this period by providing extremely high service quality with market competitive pricing.”

GEODIS has over 30 years of operational expertise in Brazil; with its headquarters in San Paulo and a further seven offices in other cities across the country, it offers its customers a full range of services in logistics, storage, customs clearance, freight forwarding, reverse logistics and industrial projects.

Recently GEODIS Brazil invested in a new 40,000m2 logistics distribution facility at Jundiai, near Sao Paulo, which is now processing on behalf of its clients more than 15,000 orders per day. The general warehousing facility has expanded the scope for new business and this means that GEODIS Brazil can now offer warehouse and distribution services to clients without them having to establish their own branches at the warehouse. In 2016, GEODIS plans to further invest in its infrastructure in Brazil to continue to expand our coverage and quality services for existing and potential clients.

Despite the challenging market context in Brazil, the entire region remains one of the fastest growing areas for logistics, cargo transportation and foreign trade. More than 48,000 qualified professionals will visit Intermodal South America during its three days duration. More than 600 companies representing 26 countries will be exhibiting at this major international trade fair thereby making this a significant event for networking with key players in the industry.

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For more information on the Conference go to – http://www.intermodal.com.br

The GEODIS team can be found at Booth: B215

About GEODIS

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company, ranking fourth in its field in Europe. Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offers them tailored solutions. With over 39,000 employees in 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve the performance of its clients. The Freight Forwarding business of GEODIS delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions supported by a specialized Industrial Projects division, managing oversized cargo operations worldwide. This division has achieved international recognition for its innovative and sustainable approach to transportation solutions.

For more information about GEODIS go to – www.geodis.com

GEODIS exhibits at Automotive Logistics in Bonn

Hamburg, 14 March 2016 

GEODIS will be a silver sponsor at this year’s Automotive Logistics Conference in Bonn, Germany, which takes place at the Kameha Grand Hotel from 15 – 17 March 2016.  Mark Ellis, the Vertical Market Director for Automotive at GEODIS will be addressing the conference and will be joined by several representatives of GEODIS’ Freight Forwarding activity.  

Automotive Logistics Europe is part of the worldwide Automotive Logistics series and will be host to some 300 senior executive participants from the industry. Focusing on “Success through technology and talent in the supply chain”, the conference looks at the pace of technology adoption in automotive supply chain management.

Speaking prior to this key event, Mark Ellis said, “ With its expanding distribution networks, complex supply chains and intense competition, the Automotive sector is one of the most challenging in today’s global economy.  GEODIS‘ commitment to the industry is to help drive the automotive business forward with an innovative approach to analyze supply chains and understand logistics needs for our customers.”

Addressing the conference on the topic “The internet of Everything”, Mark will speak during Session 4 on Wednesday, 16th March from 16.00 to 17.30.

For more information on the Conference Programme, please click here

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About GEODIS

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company, ranking fourth in its field in Europe. Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offers them tailored solutions. With over 39,000 employees in 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve the performance of its clients. The Freight Forwarding business of GEODIS delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions supported by a specialized Industrial Projects division, managing oversized cargo operations worldwide. This division has achieved international recognition for its innovative and sustainable approach to transportation solutions.

For more information about GEODIS go to – www.geodis.com

GEODIS’ Marine Logistics Team to Exhibit at Seatrade Cruise Global at Fort Lauderdale

GEODIS will be exhibiting at Seatrade Cruise Global at Broward County Convention Centre, Fort Lauderdale, Florida from today, Monday, 14th until Thursday 17th March 2016.

GEODIS operates one of the world’s largest freight forwarding networks, servicing its customers with integrated supply chain solutions that deliver cargo by sea and air. In the marine industry, unexpected situations and shortages must be dealt with seamlessly; The Freight Forwarding network of GEODIS provides solutions for this challenge and is geared to reduce costs for its clients by optimizing their supply chain – this is what the company will showcase during the exhibition in Fort Lauderdale.

“Our 20+ years of expertise in this industry have created an environment of continuous product development.” commented Mark Hedin, Marine Logistics Account Manager in the US. “Our dedicated teams, that are strategically located across the world, support your supply chain with our intelligent online tool. This provides order visibility for your logistics and purchasing departments.”  Mark will be attending this event together with other senior executives, showcasing Geodis’ capabilities in this segment.

Seatrade Cruise Global (formerly Cruise Shipping Miami) is the Cruise Industry’s premier global event, serving the cruise industry by bringing together buyers and suppliers for a week of networking, sourcing, and education.  After 27 years in Miami, the 2016 show is being held in Fort Lauderdale, and will feature a revamped sectored show floor, allowing visitors a more targeted approach to expand their network.

For more information on the Conference go to – http://seatradecruiseglobal.com

The GEODIS team can be found at Booth: 1236

About GEODIS

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company, ranking fourth in its field in Europe. Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offers them tailored solutions. With over 39,000 employees in 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve the performance of its clients. The Freight Forwarding business of GEODIS delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions supported by a specialized Industrial Projects division, managing oversized cargo operations worldwide. This division has achieved international recognition for its innovative and sustainable approach to transportation solutions.

For more information about GEODIS go to – www.geodis.com

 

GEODIS to exhibit at annual Power-Gen event, Power-Generation International

Global supply chain operator GEODIS is exhibiting at POWER-GEN International, from December 8 – 10, in the Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is part of the Power Generation Week, co-located with Renewable Energy World Conference & Expo North America, NUCLEAR POWER International, COAL-GEN and GenForum.

Power-Gen International is the largest, most respected power generation event in the world – the ideal venue to showcase GEODIS’ expertise in this segment and to discover new, cutting-edge innovations and trends in power generation. During the 3-day event, attendees have the opportunity to meet experts of GEODIS ‘Industrial Projects activity, a global unit of the company’s Freight Forwarding network, specialized in project cargo operations, freight forwarding, customs clearance service, planning and execution of turnkey project solutions, coordinating complex out-of-gauge cargo transport and inland logistics.

The Industrial Project segment of GEODIS serves a range of global players in the areas of power and renewable energy, including the execution of a record-breaking airfreight shipment of wind turbine blades from China to Scandinavia and leading the first rail freight solution for a similar blade delivery in Europe. The company also managed the transport of the 16 lock gates for the Panama Canal expansion project, with the final gates arriving last year.

“With Regional Power Segment Leader in the U.S., Julie Shafer, and George Abreu, Director of Industrial Projects for North America, in attendance along with myself, we are eager to engage with other experts in the field of power generation in Las Vegas,” says Mikael Pedersen, Global Renewables Segment Director, “The event allows us to ensure we are in tune with our client’s needs and most of all, continue to provide reliable, transparent, and personalized solutions for the power industry.”

GEODIS will be exhibiting at Booth No. 9906, from 8 – 10 December, 2015, whereby attendees at the exhibition will have the opportunity to meet with both Global and U.S.-based teams in the Power Segment of the Industrial Projects division.

For more information on the Conference go to:

http://www.power-gen.com/

About GEODIS

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company, ranking fourth in its field in Europe. Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offers them tailored solutions. With over 39,000 employees in 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve the performance of its clients. The Freight Forwarding business of GEODIS delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions supported by a specialized Industrial Projects division, managing oversized cargo operations worldwide. This division has achieved international recognition for its innovative and sustainable approach to transportation solutions.

For more information about GEODIS go to – www.geodis.com

 

GEODIS appoints new Head for its Industrial Projects network in Europe and South East Asia

PARIS / 23 September 2015

GEODIS Freight Forwarding, the international transport division of leading global logistics group, GEODIS has announced two new appointments in its Industrial Projects arm. Michael Doerpinghaus has joined as Director Industrial Projects South East Asia Pacific (SEAP). He succeeds Igor Muñiz, who is taking over the role as Director Industrial Projects Europe.

Doerpinghaus, who is to be Singapore based, comes from a strong energy and project logistics background with Panalpina, where he gained some nine years experience in Asia-Pacific and previously in North America and Europe. The multi-lingual German has a proven track record in mega-project movements.

Muñiz steps into the newly created role of Director Industrial Projects for Europe having spent two years in the equivalent position in the SEAP region. He has significant experience in start-up and development of IP operations having joined GEODIS Freight Forwarding (then Geodis Wilson) in 2008 to establish the company’s industrial projects services in Spain. Prior to this Muñiz’s career has been firmly grounded in transport and logistics services throughout Iberia.

Welcoming the both Muñiz and Doerpinghaus to their new roles Philippe Somers, Senior Vice President of GEODIS’ Industrial Projects business, says: “There is no substitute for experience in the handling of the projects we logistically manage from door to door. Specialists are required to move refineries, power plants, mining, oil and gas equipment, as well as renewable and nuclear power production units and transport infrastructure. In Igor and Michael we have two of the most proficient professionals in this highly specialized role.”

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GEODIS – www.geodis.com

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company (4th logistics provider in Europe). Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offers them tailored solutions. With over 30,000 employees in 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve its performance and its customers’ one. GEODIS reported in 2014 a €6.9 billion in revenue.

 

For more information about GEODIS Freight Forwarding go to – www.geodis.com

GEODIS Sponsors Automotive Logistics Event in Detroit

International transport & logistics provider, GEODIS will be a silver sponsor at this year’s Automotive Logistics Conference in Detroit, USA, which takes place at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center from 22 – 24 September 2015. Mark Ellis, the Market Line Director for Automotive, will be attending, together with other senior GEODIS executives, and Mark will also be a Moderator at one of conference sessions.

Now in its 16th year, this conference is part of the worldwide Automotive Logistics series and will be host to automotive logisticians and industry executives, providing the opportunity to share strategies and opportunities, and benefit from the most important networking event for the automotive industry.

Speaking prior to this key event, Mark Ellis said, “GEODIS understands the specific logistic challenges in the automotive industry and our commitment is to help drive the automotive business forward with an innovative approach to analyzing supply chains. This is an important event for us as it offers a meeting of minds between the key logistics players, and an opportunity to share information and find new and more efficient methods for delivering to our customers.”

Ellis will be a Moderator for a group discussion on Wednesday, 23rd September 14-00 – 15.15, entitled ‘Outside the USA’.   The session will focus on “Where are the growth areas and challenges for your sector outside the borders? What other regions are you looking at?

For more information on the Conference, click here

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GEODIS – www.geodis.com

Supply chain operator and subsidiary of SNCF Logistics, GEODIS is a global European company (4th logistics provider in Europe). Through its ability to overcome logistical constraints and coordinate the different steps of the logistic chain (Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Forwarding (air and sea), Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, Road Transport), the Group is the growth partner for its clients and offer tailored solutions. With over 30,000 employees in over 67 countries, the Group constantly innovates to improve its performance and that of its customers. GEODIS reported in 2014 a €6.8 billion in revenue.