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Barcelona, 4 Dec 2003 – Global container transportation provider APL has announced that its Mediterranean regional management will transfer from Genoa to Barcelona in a move to capitalise on the Spanish city’s excellent communications links and growing transportation and logistics community.
The decision follows the opening of APL Espana in Barcelona in July 2003 and the successful transition to a new representation structure in Spain.
Dave Appleton, APL President Europe, commented: “The decision to move our Mediterranean headquarters was driven by geographic reasons. Barcelona is very accessible from most European and international locations, it has a large and modern airport and is a thriving area of economic activity.”
Simon Trobe will oversee the Mediterranean regional functions in addition to his responsibilities as General Manager of APL Espana.
“The Mediterranean is emerging as one of the big European growth opportunities of the future,” said Dave Appleton. “The relocation continues our drive to position APL to take advantage of this growth.”
The Mediterranean regional team will share the office of APL Espana and the move should be complete by the end of the year.
About APL:
APL is an integrated container transportation company that provides end-to-end freight transportation services around the world through its network of around 80 ships, eight ocean and inland terminals, around 200 offices in some 87 countries, approximately 450,000 containers and chassis, plus its preferential rail and truck partnerships and state-of-the-art information technology systems. APL offers more than 60 weekly services and nearly 300 calls at more than 90 ports in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. APL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Neptune Orient Lines Limited, and sister company to supply chain services provider, APL Logistics.
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Inquiries
Americas:
Scott Dailey, tel: +1 650-369-4451 or scott_dailey@apl.com
Asia/Middle East:
Paul Barrett, tel: +65-6371-5541 or paul_barrett@apl.com
Europe:
Michael Haig, tel: +44-1737-248-300 or info@isiscomms.com
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