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Cantons of Basel
Agility
Basel – Logistics Hub for Europe
Agility, a global logistics enterprise, chooses Basel as
its European Headquarters. Located in the heart of
Europe, the region offers excellent access to everything
a logistics company requires.
The global provider of world-class logistics services established
its European headquarters in Basel and is very
pleased with its decision. Beat Simon, CEO of Agility
Europe, explains, “We couldn’t be happier with the
cantonal authorities and the support they have given us
here in Basel. Basel has a long tradition of being home to
the logistics sector; there is immense industry know-how
and talent available in the region from which we can profit.
Basel is a prime logistics location within Europe.”
The company’s mission is to serve as a leading global
provider of integrated logistics, bringing efficiency to
business and government supply chains in some of
the world’s most challenging environments. Agility
contains two dynamic business groups: global integrated
logistics and defence and government services.
Beat Simon, CEO Europe
Diverse portfolio of products and services
Agility offers air, sea, contract logistics and road freight
services as well as a combined sea and air freight package,
which allows clients to benefit from the time savings of air
transport and the cost savings of shipping. Consulting for
integrated supply chain solutions is also part of its service
portfolio. “To us, logistics is much more than transport
services. We offer to leverage the hidden potential in our
customers’ supply chains,” Beat Simon says.
The company has launched extensive corporate social
responsibility and sustainability initiatives. “We believe
that good corporate citizenship is a long-term investment
in the future of our business, our society, and our
planet,” says Beat Simon
Agility now has 37,000 employees in over 120 countries,
grown both organically and through mergers with
companies that have been in the logistics business for
over 100 years. Beat Simon explains, “Agility focuses
on an individual customer approach and personal
service, on in-depth local knowledge of the markets
and industries and on navigating investment risks
together with our clients. Europe is an integral part of
a worldwide network with special focus on emerging
markets.”
In Basel, Agility partners with local schools and offers
internships to qualified students. “These programs are
providing added value to the entire industry and the
region, which secures its future prospects,” Beat Simon
points out. “Agility believes in the future development of
Basel-Stadt, which invests significantly in its attractiveness
for our industry. It is a politically and economically stable
environment that offers highest quality of life. This makes
us feel confident – in business and in private life.”
St. Jakobs-Strasse 220 - 4002 Basel, Switzerland
Phone: + 41 (0) 61 316 51 51
www.agilitylogistics.com
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