Kuehne + Nagel manages national distribution for Continental Tyres in Thailand
Bangkok, March 29, 2010 – Kuehne + Nagel Thailand has concluded a new contract with Continental Tyres (Thailand) Co. Ltd., underlining its capabilities in providing integrated logistics services tailored to the automotive accessories sector.
In the scope of the agreement, Kuehne + Nagel will support Continental Tyres (Thailand) Co. Ltd. for its original equipment and aftermarket dealer business in Thailand. The comprehensive service offering includes receiving and unloading import containers, checking of manufacturing date, storage, in- & out-handling, picking & packing, inventory management and nation-wide distribution to Continental Tyres’ dealers and end users throughout the country. The operations are being implemented at Kuehne + Nagel’s shared facility in Theparak, equipped with advanced warehouse management systems.
“Kuehne + Nagel is entrusted due to its experience in our sector. We are particularly impressed by its flexibility and application of latest technology in its industry-specific service offering,” said Wiroj Wachiradechkul, Country Manager of Continental Tyres (Thailand) Co. Ltd.
“We look forward to a successful cooperation with Continental Tyres in Thailand. With our logistics expertise, comprehensive service range and extensive logistics network we can add substantial value to our customers from the automotive industry,” commented Alex Scheld, National Manager of Kuehne + Nagel Thailand.
About Kuehne + Nagel
With approximately 55,000 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 supply chain management services.
Kuehne + Nagel’s Thailand organisation operates at five locations with around 300 employees.
Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com
In the scope of the agreement, Kuehne + Nagel will support Continental Tyres (Thailand) Co. Ltd. for its original equipment and aftermarket dealer business in Thailand. The comprehensive service offering includes receiving and unloading import containers, checking of manufacturing date, storage, in- & out-handling, picking & packing, inventory management and nation-wide distribution to Continental Tyres’ dealers and end users throughout the country. The operations are being implemented at Kuehne + Nagel’s shared facility in Theparak, equipped with advanced warehouse management systems.
“Kuehne + Nagel is entrusted due to its experience in our sector. We are particularly impressed by its flexibility and application of latest technology in its industry-specific service offering,” said Wiroj Wachiradechkul, Country Manager of Continental Tyres (Thailand) Co. Ltd.
“We look forward to a successful cooperation with Continental Tyres in Thailand. With our logistics expertise, comprehensive service range and extensive logistics network we can add substantial value to our customers from the automotive industry,” commented Alex Scheld, National Manager of Kuehne + Nagel Thailand.
About Kuehne + Nagel
With approximately 55,000 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 supply chain management services.
Kuehne + Nagel’s Thailand organisation operates at five locations with around 300 employees.
Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com