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Calgary, Canada 9 June 2014

Global freight management and logistics provider, Geodis Wilson, will be exhibiting at the 2014 Global Petroleum Show in Calgary, Canada from Tuesday, 10 to Thursday, 12 June,  to showcase its logistics solutions in the Oil and Gas Segment.

Geodis Wilson, the global freight management division of SNCF Geodis Group, will be exhibiting at Booth No. 4556, and attendees at the exhibition will have the opportunity to meet with both Global and North American based teams in the Oil and Gas Segment from the company’s Industrial Projects division.

The Global Petroleum Show is a key event attracting over 2000 exhibitors and 60,000 plus visitors over the three days, with top tier networking opportunities.  Alongside the exhibition, the SPE Heavy Oil Conference will be held, exploring revolutionary ‎technological innovations and the challenges associated with them through its tailor-made conference program offering in-depth discussions, lively debates and networking opportunities.

Geodis Wilson’s Director for Industrial Projects, George Abreu, will be attending.  “This exhibition will give us the opportunity to become more in tune with our client’s needs and most of all, continue to provide reliable, transparent, and personalized solutions.”

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

About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading, global freight management company. With around 9,000 employees in 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson – with a revenue of 2,67 bn € in 2013 – is the freight forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. SNCF Geodis ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson-projects.com

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Manama, 15^th May 2014

The global freight forwarding company Geodis Wilson has formed a Joint Venture partnership with the regional warehousing and distribution specialist Banz Group in Bahrain.  The move forms part of Geodis Wilson’s development strategy to extend and strengthen its global logistics network.

The new joint venture will be based in Juffair, Bahrain, with administrative operations run from an 8,000 square metre warehouse facility. One of the largest facilities of its type in the region, the warehouse operates under state-of-the-art safety and security standards and includes ambient, chilled and frozen storage space.

Middle East Cluster Managing Director for Geodis Wilson, Sascha Geiken, welcomed the new development. “From day one, we are offering a full menu of Freight Services, including air, sea, road, sea-air and project forwarding,” he said. “Geodis Wilson is also well-known for its provision of Contract Logistics and the Bahrain operation will deliver a wide range of services in this category: inbound and outbound logistics, customs clearance, cargo insurance, reverse logistics and other value-added services,” explained Geiken.

“Servicing our customers where they grow is part of our dynamic business strategy”, says Kim Pedersen, Executive Vice President of Geodis Wilson. “This means increasing our footprint not only in the large and emerging economies, as we do in Brazil, India, China and also the US, but also in other dynamic regions, like the Middle East, where we already have a presence in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.”

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About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading global freight management company. With around 9,000 employees in 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson – with a revenue of 2,67 bn € in 2013 – is the freight forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. SNCF Geodis ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For further information about Geodis WIlson, please visit www.geodiswilson.com or www.geodis.com.

About Banz Group

The Banz Group started operations in the Kingdom of Bahrain as a privately owned shareholding company. Conceptually envisaged to be a privately operated project, the company has now grown and diversified to cater to the ever growing needs and demands across all sectors.
Banz commenced its operation offering the most technologically advanced temperature controlled storage facilities in the Middle East. In pursuit of its vision to further enhance its position as the leader in cold storage services, the company grew and expanded its operations.
The new era that is unfolding continues to pose many challenges alongside a host of opportunities to better serve the various needs of the economy. Possessing all the ingredients for a more successful future and balancing its growth with the need for greater environmental awareness, Banz Group continues to be committed a mutual and rewarding partnership with its clients.

For further information about Banz Group, please visit www.banzgroup.com

Antwerp, 7 May 2014

The global multimodal service provider Geodis Wilson will be exhibiting at this year’s Break Bulk Transportation Conference and Exhibition, to be held at Antwerp Expo, Belgium from 12 – 14 May 2014.  The Industrial Projects Division’s senior executives will be attending and the exhibition stand located at 423H1.

The Geodis Wilson Industrial Projects Division is one of the fastest growing divisions within the organisation with own representation in 42 countries.

Operating in the segments of oil and gas, wind energy, power, petrochemicals, nuclear, rail and mining, Geodis Wilson has a proven track record to providing tailored made industry solutions strengthened by a wide array of value added and information services.  Working with a dedicated team, it specializes in creating transparent, tailored solutions with clear communications channels.

The Industrial Projects division will be represented by Stephane Chabeau, IP-Rail segment leader and Cluster Director Europe, and Chris Moyaert, IP – Oil & Gas segment Belgium, together with other senior colleagues.

Break Bulk Europe is one of a series of international exhibitions and education forums and the foremost in the world addressing the needs of traditional break bulk and project cargo logistics professionals.  With over 200 exhibitors and sponsors providing specialist services this event is a key networking opportunity for specialized ocean carriers, freight forwarders, ports/ terminals, logistics providers, ground transportation, heavy air, export packers, equipment companies and more.

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For further details about this event please http://www.breakbulk.com/breakbulk-global-events/breakbulk-europe/

About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading global freight management company. With 9.000 employees in more than 60 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson is the freight-forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. With 47.600 employees globally, ‘SNCF GEODIS’ ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson.com

Houston, TX, 28 April 2013

Global multimodal service provider, Geodis Wilson, strengthens its Oil & Gas segment with an expanded task force, a developing client base, and announces its exhibition to this year’s Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas, to showcase its tailor-made, global logistics solutions.

Geodis Wilson, the global freight management division of SNCF Geodis Group, won a global contract with a global leader in the design, manufacture and sales of Oil & Gas mechanical equipment and components. This win was awarded to the company not only for their expertise in the project logistics field and vast global network in over 60 countries, but was also attributed to the support of the newly invested Oil & Gas team in Houston, Texas, led by Steen Christensen, Global Head of Oil & Gas Division.

“I’m very proud of our team in Houston and across our global network; this accomplishment confirms our aptitude and expertise in the Oil & Gas sector,” commented Steen Christensen, “the Offshore Technology Conference comes at an ideal time for our company to showcase our expanding logistics solutions and growing presence in the market.”

Geodis Wilson will be exhibiting at the renowned Offshore Technology Conference, Booth No. 324, from May 5^th to 8^th 2014, in Houston, Texas. The company will emphasize its presence as a leading provider of tailor-made logistics and transport engineering solutions for the Oil & Gas industry.

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About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading global freight management company. With 9.000 employees in more than 60 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson is the freight-forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. With its 47.600 employees in 60 countries ‘SNCF GEODIS’ ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson.com

Paris,3 April 2014

Global freight management company Geodis Wilson has announced the appointment of Mark Ness as new Global Industry Director – FMCG  (Fast Moving Consumer Goods).

Mark’s appointment reflects the importance to Geodis Wilson managing growth in the highly volatile FMCG – Retail ‘vertical’ – a truly global market sector in constant flux, with ever greater product ranges, faster item turnovers, and an increasing demand for flexible, transparent and seamless supply chain management.

Says Mark,“ I am looking forward to meeting the challenges of evolving consumer demand through continuous enhancement of Geodis Wilson’s technology, know-how and services.  My aim will be to support our clients’ needs for continuous improvement in business analytics, operational cost-efficiency, and supply chain control”.

Ness has been more than 25 years in the logistics industry with a significant amount of time focused on the FMCG business.  The majority of his career has been spent with logistics service providers but he was also employed for five years by Kellogg’s, where his understanding of the FMCG sector from the customer’s perspective was significantly enhanced.

Ness’s career to date spans a wide variety of roles and skills, both commercial and operational. He joins Geodis Wilson from DHL Supply Chain where he was Vice-President Development, Transformational Solutions from 2011. Before that he held positions in business development and account management at Wincanton (2006 – 11), DHL Exel (2004 – 6), Tibbett & Britten (1994 – 1998, 2004), and The Kellogg Company (1998 – 2003).

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About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading, global freight management company. With around 9,000 employees in 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson – with a revenue of 2,67 bn € in 2013 – is the freight forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. SNCF Geodis ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson.com

São Paulo, March 24 2014

Geodis Brazil will be exhibiting at this year’s Intermodal South America at the Transamerica Expo Center, Sao Paulo, Brazil, from Tuesday, 1^st April until Thursday, 3^rd April 2014. Geodis Brazil is a subsidiary of Geodis Wilson, one of the world’s leading freight management companies.

“Geodis is a key global player in this increasing important international market” said Chris Cahill, Managing Director Geodis Brazil. “Geodis Brazil has offices in eight cities across the country and considers the market as a priority for its business development over the next few years.”

Geodis Brazil has recently turned is 38000 m2 logistics and distribution facility at Jundiai, near Sao Paulo, into a general warehouse which has expanded its scope for business.  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.

Now in its 20^th year, Intermodal South America is the second largest fair in the world for logistics, cargo transport and foreign trade sectors attracting over 600 companies representing 26 countries and over 48,000 visitors.  Exhibiting on stand B-215, Geodis Brazil will showcase its special expertise as well as an extended service range for the local and regional transport and logistics market.

Senior Executives and regional Managing Directors from the Americas region will be present at the event.  A full list of Geodis attendees is listed below. Interview requests can be handled through ISIS Communications (see contact details below).

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About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading global freight management company. With 9,000 employees in 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson is the freight-forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. With its 47.600 employees worldwide ‘SNCF GEODIS’ ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For further information about Geodis, please visit www.geodiswilson.com

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson.com

Geodis Representatives at Intermodal South America include:

Ivy Boyer, Chief Marketing Officer

Peter Nordstrom, Global Product Director – Ocean

Michael Greco, Managing Director, US Market

Carlos Tamayo – Regional Business Development Director – Americas

Chris Cahill, Managing Director Geodis Brazil

Christoph Johanssen – Managing Director, Chile

Michael Zuchold, Marketing & Communications Director

Geodis Brazil will be exhibiting on Stand – B-215

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

Atlanta, 12 March 2014

The global logistics service provider Geodis Wilson will be exhibiting at this year’s Supply Chain & Transportation event in Atlanta, Georgia, to showcase its new transport and logistics solutions; Asset Recovery and Spare Parts Logistics.

Geodis Wilson, the global freight management division of the GEODIS Group, has over 180 years of experience in logistics, nominating them as one of the first freight forwarders in the business. Since its founding, it has developed new technology and solutions to accommodate the changing demands of its clients. Its latest product launch in the U.S. involve Asset Recovery and Spare Parts solution, serving already one of the largest information technology manufacturers of computer systems, software, storage systems and microelectronics in the world. Geodis Wilson will be represented at Supply Chain & Transportation USA from 17 – 20 March 2014 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center, exhibition stand No. 2613.

With more than 10,000 supply chain professionals from around the world attending, Supply Chain & Transportation USA is an ideal event for Geodis Wilson to discuss and share information on innovative technology and smart solutions for the industry.

“Our expertise of over 100 years in the logistics industry results in continuous product development and globally recognized operational performance,” mentions Mike Greco, U.S. Managing Director for Geodis Wilson, “with solutions such as Asset Recovery, where we are able to realize the maximum residual cash value of your retired assets; and our Spare Parts Solutions to manage your aftermarket service parts needs, we deliver a true end-to-end logistics solution for our clients.”

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

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About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading, global freight management company. With 9,000 employees in 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson – with a revenue of 2,64bn€ in 2012 – is the freight forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. With its 46,000 employees in 120 countries and a revenue of 9,5 bn € (2012), SNCF Geodis ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson.com

Miami, 5 March 2014

The global multimodal service provider Geodis Wilson will be exhibiting at this year’s Cruise Shipping Miami exhibition in Miami, Florida, to showcase its cruise line transport and logistics capabilities.

Geodis Wilson, the global freight management division of SNCF Geodis Group, has over 30 years of experience in the Marine and Cruise Logistics industry, and for an 8^th consecutive time, it will be represented at Cruise Shipping Miami from 11 – 14 March 2014 at Miami, Florida. Located at exhibition stand No. 1739, Geodis Wilson, will emphasize its presence as a leading provider of cruise line logistics solutions, running a global network of teams dedicated to the cruise industry along the entire breadth of international routes.

With more than 1,800 cruise line owners and operators from around the world attending, Cruise Shipping Miami is the ideal event for Geodis Wilson to discuss and share information on innovative technology and smart solutions for the maritime industry.

“Our expertise of over 20 years in this industry results in continuous product development and globally recognized operational performance,” mentions Mark Hedin, Marine Logistics Account Manager for the U.S., “all supported by our breakthrough eSolution, ‘Marine Order Management’ (MOM) tool, we are able to provide the marine industry with a convenient, tailored in-house order and warehouse management system.”

For more information on the Conference go to – http://www.cruiseshippingevents.com/miami

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About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading, global freight management company. With 9,000 employees in 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson – with a revenue of 2,64bn€ in 2012 – is the freight forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. With its 46,000 employees in 120 countries and a revenue of 9,5 bn € (2012), SNCF Geodis ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For more information about Geodis Wilson go to – www.geodiswilson.com

The global multimodal service provider Geodis Wilson will be a gold sponsor at this year’s Automotive Logistics Conference in Bonn, Germany, which takes place at the Kameha Grand Hotel from 11-13 March 2014.  Mark Ellis, the Global Industry Director for Automotive, will be addressing the conference and will be joined by several representatives of Geodis Wilson.  

Now at its 12^th year, the conference is part of the worldwide Automotive Logistics series and will be host to some 300 senior executive participants from the industry. It is the premier meeting place for OEMs and Tier suppliers to meet logistics service providers, while the supply chains across the greater continent have undergone radical re-shaping over the past five years, to reflect both the shifting to eastern Europe of production locations and as a response to the prolonged downturn in demand.

Speaking prior to this key event, Mark Ellis said, “Geodis Wilson understands that the automotive industry brings its own set of challenges. We stand behind our company slogan “Expect More”. This goes beyond a brand promise; it is our commitment to the industry. We help to drive the automotive business forward with an innovative approach to analyze supply chains and understand logistics needs for our customers.”

Ellis will speak during Session 2B on Wednesday, 12^th March from 11.00-12.15 on Globalisation.  With the debate of Global vs Local in Europe still being highly contentious, this session will assess what tier suppliers are doing in accordance to this change, why they are doing it and what can be expected for the future.

For more information on the Conference go to – www.automotivelogisticsmagazine.com/events/europe-conference

About Geodis Wilson and the Geodis Group

Geodis Wilson is a leading, global freight management company. With around 8,000 employees in more than 61 countries the company delivers tailor-made, integrated logistics solutions to customers enabling them to operate as ‘best in class.’ Geodis Wilson – with a revenue of 2,64bn€ in 2012 – is the freight forwarding arm of Geodis Group which became part of the French rail and freight group SNCF in 2008. SNCF Geodis ranks among the top 7 companies in its field in the world.

For further information about Geodis, please visit www.geodiswilson.com