Kuehne+Nagel Bags New Contract From Graco
Published:13-July-2009
By Staff Reporter
Company is likely to provide services to support Graco’s entire product range of around 2,600 items
Kuehne+Nagel has sealed a new contract from Graco, a provider of fluid handling systems and components, for offering integrated logistics services to the latters Australian operations.
As per the five-year contract, Kuehne+Nagel is liable for providing comprehensive services to support Graco’s entire product range of around 2,600 items (to move, measure, control, dispense and spray fluids and viscous materials used in lubrication, commercial and industrial settings).
These services include international transportation by sea and air, import customs clearance, storage, inventory management and distribution to Graco’s customers throughout Australia, said Kuehne+Nagel. The company is also expected to provide labelling, reverse logistics and repacking services.
Stuart Jackway, Operations Manager of Graco Australia, said: "We require a capable logistics provider with industry know-how as well as local and international experience. Kuehne + Nagel has proven itself to be our trusted partner for the ongoing success of Graco in Australia. "
Jens Pohlmann, National Manager of Kuehne+Nagel Australia, said: "This contract is an endorsement of our industry-leading services in Australia. Leveraging on our logistics expertise, Graco can focus on its core competence while improving its supply chain performance and increasing its market competitiveness."
