Kuehne+Nagel is the trusted partner driving automotive logistics forward. When our experts take the wheel, businesses get seamless solutions across the vehicle lifecycle – and the world. With 80,000 employees in almost 100 countries, the 400,000 customers we serve can access global connectivity. When choosing Kuehne+Nagel, customers benefit from streamlined supply chains, reduced costs and fewer disruptions. Our innovative solutions fuel success, providing real-time visibility through cutting-edge technologies. Sustainability is central to everything we do. As a member of the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi), Kuehne+Nagel is committed to reducing its environmental impact by 33% by 2030 and supporting customers with low-carbon logistics solutions. As a leading global provider of air and sea logistics, complemented by robust road and contract logistics services, Kuehne+Nagel delivers robust supply chain solutions for businesses around the world.
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PREMIER
With around 72,700 employees at more than 1,850 locations in over 130 countries, DB Schenker is one of the world’s leading logistics service providers. The company operates land, air, and ocean transportation services, and it also offers comprehensive logistics and global supply chain management solutions from a single source. Aiming for a sustainable future of the logistics industry, DB Schenker continuously invests in innovative transport solutions, renewable energies, and low-emission products for its customers.
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DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,100 employees from 161 nationalities, spanning 74 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We are the leading provider of digital smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, bringing automotive supply chain solutions to OEMs and car manufacturers across the globe. We own, develop, and operate industrial parks, inland cargo depots, and special economic zones across the globe. Our bespoke solutions are developed to handle a complete automotive trade journey from receiving, preparing, and discharging to final delivery. Meanwhile, we’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses, through intermodal solutions and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
GLOBAL
Ascent Global Logistics is a leading global provider of expedited, time-critical logistics solutions and other direct transportation services. Through our proprietary digital PEAK™ freight marketplace, we seamlessly connect customers to an extensive carrier network, asset-based ground fleet and airline, providing robust carrier capacity and transparent pricing supported by 24/7/365 logistics experts. In 2023, we moved 410,000 shipments through PEAK, responsible for $385 million in savings for our customers.
Ascent’s offerings include air charter, ground expedite, on-board courier and airfreight as well as truckload, less-than-truckload, global forwarding, brokerage and managed transportation services. With our dedicated, experienced team, we excel in meeting customers' most challenging logistics needs, delivering industry-leading service and top-tier satisfaction.
When your expedited shipment needs to reach its destination fast, we do whatever it takes to make it happen. We are more than an international courier, we are your partner in emergency logistics. We understand your challenges and work tirelessly to find the perfect solution for every urgent shipment. Delivering customized, reliable and efficient NFO and hand-carry solutions for time and mission-critical shipments from anywhere to everywhere in the world. CNW is a major supplier in the Semiconductor and Automotive Industry. In an aircraft on ground situation, getting the plane back in the air is priority #1. With global 46 offices worldwide, plus an arsenal of loyal local logistics partners, CNW is ready to take on your logistic challenges.
Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland since 1978, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is a privately-owned organisation driven by the Aponte family. A world leader in container shipping and logistics, MSC has evolved from a one vessel operation into a globally-respected business with a fleet of 900 vessels and more than 200,000 MSC group staff. Present in 155 countries through a network of 675 offices, MSC calls at 520 ports on 300 trade routes, carrying some 27 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually. Over the years, MSC has diversified its activities to include air cargo, overland transportation, logistics and a growing portfolio of port terminal investments, whilst remaining true to its roots as it continues to build and retain long-term trusted partnerships with customers of all sizes and scales. As a forward-looking company, MSC has been a driving force behind digitalization across the shipping industry. While continuously investing in and developing new technologies to enhance its business and adapt to changing customer needs, MSC is also actively working to shape the future of the industry at-large, by contributing to cross-sector working groups and supply chain forums aimed at accelerating digital change. MSC is a responsible organisation with a longstanding nautical heritage, passion for the sea and strong family values. The company has developed an ambitious sustainability approach that places people front and centre. By operating sustainably and by collaborating with all relevant stakeholders to address global challenges, MSC takes pride in delivering on its commitments whilst respecting the planet.
At DSV, we keep supply chains flowing in a world of change. We provide and manage supply chain solutions for thousands of companies every day – from the small family-run business to the large global corporation. Our reach is global, yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Approximately 73,000 employees in more than 80 countries work passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. We aspire to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms. DSV is a dynamic organisation that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and X. dsv.com
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With 250 employees and nine locations in Germany, Antalis Verpackungen GmbH delivers innovative packaging concepts designed to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. The company, which has nine locations and two development centres in Germany, is headquartered in Leinfelden-Echterdingen and offers tailor-made services for Austrian customers from Bergheim near Salzburg. Following the acquisition of the BB Pack Group in April 2022, Antalis has expanded its expertise in e-commerce packaging and printing solutions. As part of the Japan-based KPP Group Holdings Co., Ltd., a global leader in paper, packaging, and visual communication, Antalis combines local expertise with global innovation. Active in 31 countries and generating 4.3 billion euros in revenue in 2023, the group is committed to providing sustainable and forward-thinking packaging solutions.
DS Smith is a leading global supplier of sustainable fibre-based packaging solutions, with recycling and papermaking operations. The company plays a key role in the value chain of various sectors, including e-commerce, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), e-commerce, automotive, and industrial. Through its purpose of 'Redefining Packaging for a Changing World' and its companywide Now and Next sustainability strategy, DS Smith is committed to leading a transition to the circular economy and to delivering innovative sustainable packaging solutions for its customers and society at large. The company is replacing problematic plastics, reducing the carbon footprint in supply chains, and providing recycling and reuse solutions such as its custom model Box-to-Box in fourteen days. DS Smith is headquartered in London, a member of the FTSE100 index. and operational in thirty-four countries with around 30,000 employees. DS Smith is a strategic partner of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, and the company was originally founded as a box-making business by the Smith family in London in the 1940s. dssmith.com
Helrom is a rail freight and technology company based in Frankfurt, Germany. With a worldwide patented freight wagon technology, the company enables the decarbonization of long-haul supply chains by shifting freight transport from road to rail. Helrom provides a barrier-free loading process for all trailers – without expensive loading terminals, cranes or craneable semi-trailers. Helrom's operating model ensures reliability that goes far beyond previous rail transport. Currently, HELROM is operating a successful connection between Germany and Austria with a logistical catchment area consisting of Hungary, Romania and Serbia all the way to the Benelux and the UK. The company is supported by the German Federal Government and has been awarded numerous environmental prizes. Per 1,000 km, each Helrom Trailer wagon saves an average of 800 kg of CO2 emissions compared to a truck. Helrom works for CO2-neutral long-distance freight transport and the goal of Net Zero Transport.
NTG Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) is a subsidiary of Nordic Transport Group (NTG) headquartered in Denmark. We understand that each customer has unique supply chain needs. With our industry expertise and comprehensive approach, we aim to help you overcome supply chain challenges and meet your organization’s goals. NTG SCS works alongside organizations to reduce logistics spend and optimize supply chain efficiency. Catering to sectors like automotive, industrial, and other manufacturers, our comprehensive services encompass a wide range of offerings. Our services include, supply chain engineering, supply chain optimization, inbound production logistics and consolidation programs supporting all modes of transportation globally. Our goal is to improve overall supply chain performance and optimization. Our core business model promotes the use of regional consolidation programs, maximizing utilization and reducing spend for all. The solutions design team at NTG SCS evaluates your actual data to help develop the best solution for you. We have the credentials to back up our experience; licensed freight forwarder, licensed customs broker, CTPAT certified, ISO 9001 Certified, and ISO 14001 certified. Let us help achieve your goals!
Sallaum Lines is a leading international ocean transportation company specializing in global Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) cargo shipping services. Since its establishment in 2010, Sallaum Lines has been ranked among the top 10 largest vehicle carriers worldwide, with over 4,000,000 Car Equivalent Units (CEU) shipped. The company operates an owned and chartered fleet of modern Pure Car & Truck Carrier (PCTC) vessels, allowing efficient and reliable transportation requirements and managing the seamless distribution of cars, trucks, rolling projects, and breakbulk to customers worldwide. Driven by its visionary mission, Sallaum Lines aims to create global prosperity within the shipping sector while prioritizing quality service, innovation, and sustainability. The company aims to achieve 0 emissions by 2050, leading the way toward a sustainable future.
CEVA Logistics, a world leader in third-party logistics, provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Headquartered in Marseille, France, CEVA Logistics offers a broad range of end-to-end, customized solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground and finished vehicle transport in 170 countries worldwide thanks to its approximately 110,000 employees at more than 1,500 facilities. With pro forma 2023 revenue of US$20.2 billion, CEVA Logistics is part of the CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions.
Evolution Time Critical has been delivering the world’s finest premium and emergency logistics to the automotive industry since 2001. Their award-winning team is trusted by vehicle manufacturers and component suppliers worldwide. Their activities cover every part of the world, from developing countries with challenging infrastructures to the most sophisticated automotive manufacturing regions. Rigorous research provides access to creative solutions via highly specialist local partners while a combination of tenacity, detailed understanding of local issues, and expertise in all critical transport modes, ensures the fastest, most efficient progress at every stage. Many automotive companies integrate Evolution services with their lean supply chain strategies, developing contingency plans that will immediately resolve potential failures, so they are able to reduce cost and inventory with confidence. Evolution’s success in driving excellence in time critical logistics has received global recognition with prestigious awards from respected global benchmarking organisation Frost & Sullivan, and the Institute of Transport Management.
INFORM thinks differently about how to solve the challenges the automotive industry faces today and tomorrow. With our AI-powered decision-making, we don’t just keep up—we set the pace. And we look forward to taking that step together with you.
With over 50 years of experience and more than 1,000 experts worldwide, we empower businesses—large and small—to optimize complex processes, drive efficiency, and stay ahead in dynamic industries.
RPM is one of the fastest-growing logistics companies in the North America and Europe, specializing in Finished Vehicle and Freight transportation. Leveraging a robust network, we deliver thousands of units per month and address our customers’ shipping needs by matching available capacity using our own proprietary technology tools and software. With our continued global expansion into new markets, we have expanded our 3PL solution-driven service offerings to include capacity planning, information technology, strategic planning, and inventory management.
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We combine our unique supply chain and improvement technologies expertise, coupled with our colleague-focused culture of the Unipart Way, with unrivalled award-winning environmental and safety credentials. We offer a range of capabilities including: Consultancy, Planning and Supply Chain Management, Design, Engineering and Manufacturing, Logistics and Transportation, Distribution and Wholesale, Circular Economy Services and Improvement Technologies. We operate across multiple-sectors including: Automotive, Technology, Health, Rail and public transport, Aerospace and Defence, Consumer, retail and e-commerce and Industrial.
CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth. Its pallets, crates and containers form the invisible backbone of the global supply chain and the world’s biggest brands trust CHEP to help them transport their goods more efficiently, sustainably, and safely. As pioneers of the sharing economy, CHEP created one of the world’s most sustainable logistics businesses through the share and reuse of its platforms under a model known as ‘pooling’. CHEP has been at the heart of thousands of automotive and industrial supply chains since 1975, providing our pooling solutions to some of the top Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Tier 1 brands all over the world. Its plastic crates (KLTs) and containers (FLCs & Intercontinental) are designed to increase performance and lower risk while improving environmental sustainability. CHEP is part of the Brambles Group and operates in 60 countries with its largest operations in North America and Western Europe.
FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies, providing fast and reliable delivery to more than 220 countries and territories. FedEx Express uses a global air-and-ground network to speed delivery of time-sensitive shipments, by a definite time and date.
Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, powering complex global supply chains and supporting the people who manage them, in service of humanity. Our powerful, AI-infused supply chain orchestration platform, Maestro™, combines proprietary technologies and techniques that provide full transparency and agility across the entire supply chain — from multi-year strategic planning to last-mile delivery. We are trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. For more news and information, please visit kinaxis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Priority Freight are time-critical logistics specialists, helping customers meet complex and urgent international transport challenges by adding speed and flexibility to supply chains. Operating 24/7 365, Priority Freight display a constant commitment to providing the fastest, most cost-effective and reliable solutions, time and time again.
Tri-Wall Limited is a leading packaging and logistics solutions provider based in Hong Kong. With a strong global presence and a commitment to innovation, Tri-Wall has established itself as a trusted partner for numerous industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, retail, and more. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing sustainable, heavy-duty packaging solutions that protect goods during transportation, storage, and handling.
Tri-Wall operates eight cutting-edge corrugating plants, strategically located in China, the UK, Thailand and Germany. Leveraging cutting-edge corrugating technology, delivering a world-class standard of heavy-duty triple-wall and double-wall products.
The company’s operations are supported by a network of more than 100 fabricators throughout Asia, Europe and North America.
Beside our huge variety of expendable solutions in corrugated we offer customized returnable solutions in wood, steel and plastics. For the latter rubric we’re thrilled to present Tri-Wall Circular (TWC) as a new division within the Tri-Wall Group focused on developing innovative returnable packaging solutions for the Automotive Industry. TWC’s revolutionary product line coming to market are the YOYOBINS, the first fully adjustable large folding container, providing a product that brings significant cost reductions, operational efficiencies and sustainability advantages, recognizing that light-weighting is the key to superior supply chain performance.
Tri-Wall packaging surpasses government regulatory standards for transport packaging and finds extensive utilization in military transport and logistics worldwide.
SILVER
Doctor Hail, a company of the MSA Mizar Group, is a leading Italian player in the hail repair market with 30,000 vehicles repaired in the last two years. Alongside the Retail & Insurance segment, Doctor Hail is developing the Industrial Division, structured to organize a proximity service directly at the Customer's premises, thanks to its international network of over 170 PDR technicians and its logistics partners... Retail experience, your customized Industrial solutions
Whether temporary corrosion protection, long-term preservation or transport protection, MetPro has the right solution to protect high-quality industrial products against corrosion, moisture, dust, and transport damage, along the supply chain. As inventor of BioVCI® our BioCor® products offer true sustainable and reliable packaging innovations: functionality does not exclude sustainability.
Proxy - Strumet is the largest producer of transportation and storage racks in Europe, serving the automotive industry. We offer safe transport solutions, hot-dip galvanizing, electroplating, and plastic injection molding. With 800 employees, we focus on innovation, safety, cost minimization, and environmental protection, ensuring high-quality solutions for our clients.
Freightline is a market-leading logistics specialist striving to offer a range of benefits to enable a high-quality service to meet the needs of your business. Specialists in urgent time-critical deliveries via road and air freight, providing our clients with a variety of options to feed their supply chain. We strive to deliver your goods on time every time by providing urgent collections across the UK/Europe within 2 hours from the starting point, meeting the demands of your supply chain. With superior customer service, we have earned a reputation for being reliable, trustworthy, transparent, and courteous to all customers. With our highly skilled and experienced professionals, you can count on tailor-made logistics solutions that match your business needs.
ProAct's Enterprise Supply Chain Management software was developed to manage complex mission-critical business processes while supporting the adoption of new technologies such as digitalisation, autonomous vehicles, process automation and process learning. It manages VIN-level detail throughout the global multimodal plant-to-dealer supply chain along with sophisticated yard and compound operations, providing true 'Control Tower' flexibility and visibility across the entire supply chain.
RMS time critical transport Service Experts are Operating Worldwide adjusting to the need and urgency of our clients. Air and Road transport solutions in a multimodal set up are our day-to-day core business.
With a rich history spanning over 15 years in the cargo industry at RMS Logistic, we take pride in our unique approach that is Committed to provide a unique service.
Utilizing a combination of cutting-edge technological advancements, extensive troubleshooting capabilities, multilingual international professionals in a 24-7 Control Tower set up, and our transparent tracking and tracing features, ensures that we consistently meet all aspects of speed, cost-effectiveness, and dependability for your freight requirements.
GTT Automotive is a full-service logistics partner in the automotive sector. Strategically based in Pelt, Belgium, GTT Automotive offer tailored solutions, from finished vehicle logistics to pre-delivery inspection. Combining innovation, flexibility, and sustainability, GTT Automotive ensures vehicles are delivered on time and in perfect condition, serving clients with reliability and excellence.
Smurfit Westrock is the world's largest supplier of paper-based packaging with 100,000 employees in 40 countries. Using unique, data-driven systems for packaging development and supply chain optimization, the company combines global presence with innovative product development. This provides Smurfit Westrock customers with measurably more efficient and sustainable packaging solutions.
At xpd global, we are strategic logistics partners for global industries. Our specialized teams deliver time-sensitive and time-critical solutions worldwide. With a dedicated vertical for automotive and e-mobility, we drive innovation alongside the sector, offering tailored solutions and an exceptional customer experience. Let’s connect!
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
ECG, the Association of European Vehicle Logistics, has been the voice of the Finished Vehicle Logistics industry in Europe since 1997. ECG represents the interests of more than 140 member companies and partners, from family owned SMEs to multi-nationals, and is the major champion of the European vehicle logistics sector. ECG represents all transport modes at EU level – road, rail, maritime and fluvial. ECG members provide transport, distribution, storage, preparation and post-production services to manufacturers, importers, car rental companies and vehicle leasing operators in the 27 Member States of the European Union as well as Norway, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom and beyond. They own or operate more than 360 car-carrying ships, 15,100 purpose-built railway wagons, 22 river barges and around 23,000 road transporters. As a major employer, the finished vehicle logistics sector plays an important role in contributing to the economic success of the European Union. Today, ECG members have an aggregate turnover of €21.3bn and their economic impact on companies associated with the sector is estimated at €56bn. More than 93,000 Europeans are employed directly by our members and an additional 224,000 are indirectly employed in the sector.
Neue Verpackung, a premier packaging trade journal in Europe, serves as the cross-industry decision-maker's essential guide for packaging processes. Our user-oriented reporting empowers readers with critical insights for packaging investments across technology, management, and purchasing domains. Focusing on key industries like food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemicals, and non-food products, Neue Verpackung delivers targeted content tailored to decision-makers' needs. Our comprehensive coverage spans print, web, social media, newsletters, and signature events like the Packaging Machinery Conference in Munich, ensuring a thorough overview of the dynamic packaging market.
The Transport Data: The Transport Data is an Information-Centric Website focused mainly on the Transport Industry Online It is a B2B platform mainly focused on the latest Transport industry news, press releases, industry-related updates, events, and conferences. With The Transport Data, you can get all the information that happens in the Transport industry.
Odette works to improve the efficiency and enhance the competitiveness of the European automotive industry within the global economy by developing standards, tools and services which support the digitalisation of logistics management and supply chain communications throughout the world.
