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Volex entrusts Panalpina with their Global Freight Management
12/04/2009

The Volex Group - a world leading producer of high speed, fiber optic and complex cable assemblies as well as electrical power cords - has awarded its Global Freight Management to Panalpina.

This significant award comes after several months of detailed negotiation and discussion between the companies. The implementation process has started and will be carried out in three phases and will be followed by a detailed evaluation of Volex supply chain management requirements globally. Panalpina was awarded the business based on competitive pricing and their capability to support Volex’s vision for future enhancements through Panalpina’s Supply Chain Management. This action is another step in Volex Group's vision of further globalizing its business processes across the group.
The Volex Group currently operates from 17 strategically located countries in Asia, Europe, North and South America. Volex provides global support to leading producers of computers, telecommunications systems and networking devices. In addition, the Group produces cable assemblies and electrical power cords for consumer products, medical and industrial applications.
The Panalpina Group
The Panalpina Group is one of the world's leading suppliers of forwarding and logistics services, specializing in end-to-end supply chain management solutions and intercontinental air freight and ocean freight shipments. Thanks to its in-depth industry know-how and state-of-the-art IT systems, Panalpina provides globally integrated door-to-door forwarding services tailored to its customers' individual needs. The Panalpina Group operates a close-knit network with some 500 branches in over 80 countries. In a further 80 countries, it cooperates closely with partner companies. Panalpina employs approximately 13,500 people worldwide.