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APL Logistics Expands Oman Presence To Spearhead Middle East Regional Logistics Hub Development

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By DC Velocity StaffAug 14, 2016
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For Immediate Release

APL Logistics Expands Oman Presence To Spearhead Middle-East Regional Logistics Hub Development

August 15, 2016

Singapore - APL Logistics Ltd. announced today the setup of APL Logistics Oman, a new joint venture company with Arab Global Logistics LLC in Oman. APL Logistics Oman will spearhead efforts to develop Oman as a regional logistics hub to serve local and international customers in the Middle-East and East Africa.
APL Logistics is the go-to global supply chain specialist for companies in the Automotive, Consumer, Industrials, and Retail sectors. The new Muscat-based joint venture company is backed by APL Logistics' deep logistics expertise and global execution experience. Customers can look forward to a comprehensive offering of high-tech, flexible logistics services that solve complex everyday issues across inbound and production logistics, finished vehicle logistics, multi-modal transportation, consolidation, order management, customs brokerage and packaging.
Joerg Granzow, APL Logistics Regional Leader for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), said "We are excited about the compelling growth prospects in Oman and the Middle East, with rising consumption and rapid diversification of economic activities. We chose Oman for its strategic location within the region, well-established infrastructure and highly capable work force."
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Kah Soon Au
Telephone: +65-6371 2597
Email: kah_soon_au@apllogistics.com
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Email: scott_trainor@apllogistics.com


Note to Editors:
• APL Logistics is the go-to global supply chain specialist for companies in the Automotive, Consumer, Industrials, and Retail sectors.
• In addition to our comprehensive range of physical services APL Logistics provides industry-leading information management and data connectivity tools for increased product visibility and better inventory management.
• APL Logistics has a global network covering all major markets; backed by a multinational workforce of about 7,000 people. APL Logistics is a member of the Kintetsu World Express group, a global logistics services provider. For more information, visit www.apllogistics.com.

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