Swiss global logistics business Kuehne + Nagel has acquired Dutch airfreight specialist J van de Put Fresh Cargo Handling.
The acquisition of the Dutch handling agent for perishable goods will enable Kuehne + Nagel to “further enhance its global fresh-to-door concept”, it said in a statement.
J. van de Put, a family owned business, specialises in handling perishables airfreight cargo including flowers, plant cuttings, fruits, vegetables since it was founded in 1976. Located at the company is facilitating logistics and customs processes for import and export shipments.
J. van de Put, located at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, offers a range of services including vacuum cooling, temperature controlled storage, customs clearing and inspections as well as delivery and distribution across Europe. The company employs 260 staff.
Kuehne + Nagel International AG chairman Karl Gernandt said; “This acquisition follows our global expansion strategy in the field of perishables logistics, It extends our global capabilities and complements the service offering of our national organisation, ranked number one in the Dutch airfreight export market. Our customers will benefit from temperature controlled door-to-door logistics solutions for perishable goods that require highly specialised handling know-how."
J van de Put MD Moniek van de Put said: “It is our pleasure to become part of the global Kuehne + Nagel network. This fits into our overall strategy and secures the long-term future of our business said.
“Our strong position in the perishables market and our unique location at Amsterdam Airport suits Kuehne + Nagel very well. Together, we are a strong team to provide first class services to our customers.”
The transaction is subject to approval of relevant competition authorities.
