Kuehne + Nagel becomes preferred logistics provider of Jim Beam
Kuehne + Nagel provides global seafreight solution for Beam Suntory, including the flagship Jim Beam bourbon and Yamazaki Japanese whisky
Beam Suntory Inc., a leading global premium spirits company, has chosen Kuehne + Nagel as one of its key partners to manage logistics for global imports and exports of the company’s distilled spirits from the U.S., Scotland, Ireland and France to countries all over the world.
In January 2014, Suntory Holdings Limited bought Beam Inc. and the deal created the world’s third-largest premium spirits company. As a result, Beam Suntory has created a stronger global business with an even better premium portfolio. With aggressive shipping lead times to meet, it is imperative for the company to select a global logistics provider who could match the right service level and the right rate.
The new contract will run for three years. The customer will leverage Kuehne + Nagel’s internet-based track & trace system, KN Login, to assist in managing its supply chain and forecast planning of shipments.
“Kuehne + Nagel has been chosen as one of the preferred logistics providers because of its worldwide network, logistics capabilities, level of service, as well as its competitive pricing. Its excellent services meet our logistic needs for import and export operations,” says Jim Devine, Supply Chain Development Director, Beam Suntory.
As the world’s third largest premium spirits company, Beam Suntory is “Crafting the Spirits that Stir the World”. Consumers from all corners of the globe call for the company’s brands, including the flagship Jim Beam bourbon and Yamazaki Japanese whisky, as well as world renown premium brands including Maker’s Mark and Knob Creek bourbons, Hakushu and Hibiki Japanese whiskies, Teacher’s, Laphroaig, and Bowmore Scotch whiskies, Canadian Club whisky, Courvoisier cognac, Sauza tequila, Pinnacle vodka, and Midori liqueur. The company generates annual worldwide sales of approximately USD 4.6 billion excluding excise taxes.
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Quelle: Österreichische Verkehrszeitung
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