Leading Global Logistics Company to Open Office in Mobile
Apr 16th, 2013
Mobile Mayor Sam Jones was in Atlanta this morning for the announcement of Kuehne-Nagel North America, one of the world’s largest logistic company, opening an office in Mobile.
Kuehne-Nagel is the principal logistical supplier for Airbus in Hamburg, Germany. The company employs 63,000 employees in 1,000 locations in 100 countries. Kuehne-Nagel does over $200 million-a-year in business with Airbus.
Below is the release sent out by Kuehne-Nagel announcing the opening:
Kuehne + Nagel, one of the world’s leading global logistics companies, has opened a new location in Mobile, Alabama.
Kuehne + Nagel is further extending its strong logistics footprint in the Southeast of the USA. Located near major interstates with access to the East Coast, Gulf Coast and Atlanta’s International Airport, the new office in Mobile will focus on offering logistics solutions to companies from the aerospace industry as well as from the oil and gas and marine sectors.
Kuehne + Nagel’s set-up is strategically located, equipped and staffed to provide the full "Supply the Sky" aerospace logistics portfolio for companies in manufacturing and servicing activities in Mobile.
As Sam Jones, the Mayor of Mobile said: "Mobile is a winning city with limitless opportunities and we are proud to welcome Kuehne + Nagel as one of our newest corporate partners. We are pleased that this major global logistics provider is committed to cater for the increasing demands in Mobile. We know without doubt that the business character of our city will benefit from the global innovations of Kuehne + Nagel’s experience in aerospace and other key industries."
"Aerospace has been a key industry for Alabama, now home to more than 400 aerospace companies, providing services in the fields of space, defense, maintenance, repair, manufacturing and related segments. Our new Mobile location enables the effective implementation of our growth strategy in the Southeast region,” said Juergen Gentzke, Vice President South East region of Kuehne + Nagel North America.
With its global “Supply the Sky” programme, Kuehne + Nagel offers a range of logistics services for the aerospace industry. The company develops and implements customised solutions for companies in the field of maintenance, repair, overhaul, ground handling and in-flight services.
About Kuehne + Nagel
With over 63,000 employees at more than 1000 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 integrated logistics solutions.
Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com.