CEVA and Ford expand relationship

CEVA Logistics has announced the expansion of its relationship with Ford Motor Company. Under the new business contract, CEVA will provide a range of logistics functions for Ford’s Assembly Plant in Louisville, Kentucky (US).

The new CEVA operation – which commences in early 2012 – will include the deconsolidation of inbound sea containers, small lot logistics, returnable container management and transportation to and from the plant. Ford’s Louisville plant will be responsible for manufacturing the new Escape brand of vehicle which will be coming to Kentucky from its home previously in Kansas City, Missouri. CEVA will be investing in new facilities in Louisville as well as adding jobs to the Louisville area in support of Ford.

"For more than 20 years Ford has been one of CEVA’s most important partners, and we couldn’t be happier to see our relationship continue to expand," said Matt Ryan, Americas President for CEVA. "As the US automotive sector builds momentum through innovative, stylish models like the Escape, CEVA and Ford are working together to improve operational efficiencies that deliver superior vehicle quality as well as bottom line results."

Chris Hanz, SVP of IT for CEVA, will be speaking at this year’s Logistics CIO/Supply Chain Technology Forum, February 28th and 29th, 2012, at the Wyndham in Chicago.

Senior IT and Operations executives working at logistics companies as well as senior supply chain executives from manufacturers and retailers can apply for a complimentary pass to the summit. Go to the event website for more information on how to get involved: http://events.eft.com/cio/

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