Geodis, the 10th largest global third-party logistics provider, has appointed a new head for its industrial project operations in Southeast Asia and created a similar position in Europe.

Geodis, France’s largest transport and logistics operator, is said to be on the verge of clinching an $800 million acquisition of U.S.-based Ozburn-Hessey Logistics in the latest cross-border consolidation of the global logistics industry.

Geodis Wilson has plans to expand its operation in the Asia-Pacific to include domestic rail services in China, as well as intercontinental services between China and Europe.

Geodis Wilson has appointed Ivy Boyer as its chief marketing officer.

Geodis Wilson has opened a new logistics center in southern Vietnam to meet rising demand.

Geodis Wilson has expanded its international trucking services in Southeast Asia into China.

French logistics operator Geodis turned a $48.3 million operating profit in 2010, recovering from a loss the year before on a strong rebound in freight forwarding business.