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Analytiqa: Logistics Bulletin: Friday 22nd December |
| Written by Mark O'Bornick | |
| Wednesday, 27 December 2006 | |
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Friday 22nd December 2006 – This week's Logistics Bulletin reports on M&A activity, contract wins, DC developments and senior appointments from across the Supply Chain. In the UK, FedEx has acquired ANC Holdings Limited, a UK domestic express transportation company for £120.0 million, whilst Investcorp has acquired Greatwide, one of the largest North American transportation and logistics services companies. In China's fragmented logistics market, SITC Logistics starts operations as of 01 January 2007.
As the year closes, property, DC and office developments have been reported by OOCL, Kuehne + Nagel, Pratt & Whitney, NYK Logistics and Coca-Cola. Amongst contract awards reported this week were wins for CEVA Logistics and NYK Logistics. Elsewhere, Tesco has announced plans to run its 2,000-strong fleet of lorries on biodiesel and key logistics appointments have been made at CEVA Logistics, Baylis Logistics and Ryder.
On behalf of all the team at Analytiqa, we would like to wish our readers a very Merry Christmas and continued happiness and success for 2007!
Seasons Greetings, Analytiqa.
CEVA Logistics renews supply chain partnership with Nestlé in Italy 21 December 2006 – CEVA Logistics has consolidated its position in the FMCG sector in Italy by signing a contract renewal with Nestlé. Distribution logistics managed by CEVA includes the collection of products from Nestlé’s distribution centres at Albairate (MI), San Sepolcro (AR) and San Sisto (PG) and their subsequent distribution and delivery to more than 60,000 sales points in Italy. The distribution takes place through direct deliveries to end sales points or by using 13 transit point platforms that belong to the CEVA network. These transit platforms are fitted with controlled-temperature cells, with a total of 12,000m2 of available indoor surface area. CEVA also provides a series of high added-value services, including an advanced return information management system that enables Nestlé to invoice according to the delivery date. Elsewhere this week: FedEx acquires UK express company 19 December - The deal allows FedEx Express to directly serve the entire UK domestic market, providing a broader range of shipping options and enhanced service http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2095 Investcorp acquires Greatwide 19 December - Customers include Wal-Mart, Target, Coca-Cola Walgreens and Nordstrom http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2096 Saddle Creek Adds Transportation Division 18 December - Historically, Saddle Creek Transportation has provided asset-based fleet services http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2097 SITC Logistics - a new entrant to the Chinese market 18 December - Combined synergies of merged entities offer solutions to China's highly fragmented distribution market http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2098 OOCL Announces the Opening of Two Offices in Vietnam 21 December - The opening of the offices is part of a strategic plan in Vietnam, following the country's WTO accession http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2099 Pratt & Whitney Canada launches new rapid response Parts Distribution Centre in Amsterdam 30 November - The Amsterdam PDC carries a large inventory of new parts, accessories and line-replaceable units http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2100 Kuehne + Nagel open new office in Kobe 18 December - The expansion is Japan is to meet growing demand for one-stop shopping services from logistics companies in the market http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2101 ProLogis to develop distribution centre in US for NYK Logistics 19 December - NYK will operate the warehouse as a deconsolidation facility for Target, one of the US' leading retailers http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2102 Coca-Cola expands facilities in Sydney 21 December - Plans will feature alternative energy technology http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2103 TDG trading statement for H2, 2006 18 December - 3PL operations in Ireland experience difficulties http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2104 FedEx Reports Solid Revenue and Earnings Growth 20 December - FedEx Freight reported an operating margin of 11.3%, down from 14.5% http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2105 NYK Logistics adds home delivery to LG Electronics operation 20 December - NYK Logistics has established a specialist home delivery operation http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2106 CEVA and Perfumery Douglas sign agreement to manage cross-docking and distribution 22 December - CEVA will also undertake high added value activities http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2107 Greatwide Logistics wins five-year deal with Tyson Foods 15 December - Increasing needs for transport during a period of driver shortages http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2108 Tesco converts to environmentally friendly fleet 17 December - The initiative will cut carbon-dioxide emissions by more than 70,000 tonnes a year http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2110 Boeing Delivers First 747-400ER Freighter to TNT 20 December - Boeing forecasts that world air cargo growth is expected to expand at an average annual rate of 6.1% over the next 20 years http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2111 CEVA appoints Stuart Young as CFO 19 December - Young has spent the last 14 years with DHL Exel Supply Chain http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2112 Baylis announces appointment of Dale Fiddy in key commercial role 21 December - Fiddy will be responsible for new business development http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2113 Ryder builds UK logistics team 12 December - Responsible for sales, solutions, new business implementation and strategy http://www.analytiqa.com/newsitem.aspx?articleid=2114 Click www.analytiqa.com/news.aspx for additional developments added daily. Mid-Tier 3PLs struggle to maintain margins Winners and Losers amongst European 3PLs... Click www.analytiqa.com/pdf/free/WhosWhoinEuropeanLogistics2006.pdf for more details. Which companies are growing revenues faster than their competitors? But how are their margins changing? Who's Who in European Logistics 2006 is a statistical analysis, based on unique primary research exclusive to Analytiqa, of the leading logistics service providers in Europe. Who is striving, thriving or simply just surviving? To see the content available in this report, click www.analytiqa.com/pdf/free/WhosWhoinEuropeanLogistics2006TOC.pdf Contact: AnalytiqaGate House, Fretherne Road, Welwyn Garden City, UK, AL8 6NS Tel: +44 (0)1707 37 22 11 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
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