Kuehne + Nagel wins two Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards

Singapore, December 14, 2011 – For the sixth time, Kuehne + Nagelis the winner of the prestigious title “Seafreight Forwarder of the Year”. Furthermore, Kuehne + Nagel received the “Supply Chain Risk Management Award”.

By presenting Kuehne + Nagel the “Seafreight Forwarder of the Year” award, the jury confirms the company’s leading position in offering best-inclass sea logistics services in the Asia Pacific region and globally. The “Supply Chain Risk Management Award” recognises Kuehne + Nagel’s structured approach to risk management, a very important factor in the development of supply chain solutions.

“The two awards honour our focus on providing industry-leading seafreight services, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiency,” commented Andy Weber, President of Kuehne + Nagel (Asia Pacific) Management Pte. Ltd. “As a reliable logistics partner, we proactively take measures for the prevention and minimisation of risks along international supply chains.”

The Supply Chain Asia Logistics Awards are organised annually by the Supply Chain Asia Magazine to recognise outstanding corporations and individuals in the fields of supply chain and logistics.

About Kuehne + Nagel
With more than 61,500 employees at 900 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based lead logistics services. In Asia Pacific, Kuehne + Nagel operates at 160 locations and employs around 7,100 people.

Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com