Agility Appoints John Klompers as Chief of Commercial Strategies

Agility, a leading global logistics provider, recently appointed John Klompers as chief of commercial strategies. Overseeing air, sea, global sales and marketing as well as supply chain solutions, Klompers is focused on driving business growth on a global level.

Commenting on the appointment, Essa Al Saleh, president and chief executive officer for Agility Global Integrated Logistics said, “John brings with him extensive industry expertise and knowledge and he will be instrumental in streamlining and growing Agility’s business across all regions.” 

John Klompers comes to Agility with a strong track record in international freight forwarding.  During his 20-year career, he has held senior management roles with Phillips, Mueller Air Freight, Panalpina and most recently, CEVA Logistics.

John will be located in Agility’s headquarters in Baar, Switzerland.

About Agility
From its roots in emerging markets, Agility brings efficiency to supply chains in some of the globe’s most challenging environments, offering unmatched personal service, a global footprint and customized capabilities in developed countries and emerging economies alike. A publicly traded company, Agility is one of the world’s leading providers of integrated logistics with close to $6 billion in annual revenue and more than 25,000 employees in 550 offices across 100 countries.

Agility’s commercial business, Global Integrated Logistics (GIL), is headquartered in Switzerland. Agility GIL provides supply chain solutions to meet complex and traditional customer needs. GIL offers air, sea and road freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution and specialized services in project logistics, fairs and events, fuels and chemicals.

Agility’s unique collection of portfolio businesses includes Agility Defense & Government Services, a logistics provider to governments, ministries of defense and international organizations.  Agility’s Infrastructure group of companies manages commercial and industrial real estate and offers solutions in customs optimization and clearance, waste management and recycling, aviation services, remote infrastructure and life support.

For more information about Agility, visit www.agilitylogistics.com.

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