SINGAPORE - MediaOutReach - 5 November 2019 - Rhenus Logistics' Warehousing Solutions are a centralelement of its integrated supply chain solutions for the procurement anddistribution of goods. The warehouses are designed for multiple and singleusers and form a comprehensive network in Europe, Asia-Pacific, South Africaand the Americas.

In addition totechnology-driven innovations implemented in Europe, Rhenus Logistics hasdeveloped special in-house solutions to support and optimize existingcustomers' warehouse and production processes. Its proprietary Rhenus Warehousing System, customized for the AsiaPacific region, will enhance cross-border security with centralized monitoringand control of the processes.  

Latest Development of Rhenus APAC Warehousing

Following the recent acquisition of a logisticscompany in Singapore and the addition of its largest warehouse in Thailand, RhenusLogistics now offers end-to-end logistic solutions in Asia-Pacific for Greater China,Hong Kong, India, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam. Thecompany plans to expand steadily with an average of a new warehouse added every3 months, extending its global experience to the region with a comprehensiveportfolio of storage types. 

RhenusThailand opened the Bangna-Trad KM.19 warehouse - a 10,000 square-metermulti-user facility that covers 11,000 pallet locations, on June 2019 inThailand, expanding its food cold storage facilities to include alcohol andHalal Food Grade products. In Singapore, the acquisition of TriwaysLogistics, a local player in the warehousing and supply chain industry, in May2019 adds a 10,000 square-meter warehouse, expanding its service portfolio inwarehousing service and distribution solutions. Rhenus Philippines similarlyadded four new warehouses this year, and currently has 13 warehouses strategicallylocated islandwide. Rhenus Indonesia is currently finalizing plans to start offeringwarehousing services, and more details will be provided closer to date.

Thewarehousing solutions will integrate seamlessly with Rhenus' domesticdistribution services, which includes domestic transport and road freight, andreduces potential security risk and damage for cross-border deliveries. Pleaserefer to the Annex for a summary of Rhenus' warehouses in Asia Pacific.

"Thestrategic move to build stronger supply chain capabilities paves the way forRhenus Logistics as a complete solution provider in Asia, encompassing freightand warehousing services, as well as distribution services. Our warehouses arelocated in close proximity of connecting airports and ports, and supported withour global structure and networks. Our comprehensive road networks in marketssuch as Greater China, offer added value to customers by offeringcost-efficient and reliable transport operations to and from the warehouses --between towns, cities, and countries" said Karl-Heinz Krupp, General Manager ofWarehousing Solutions & Domestic Distribution, Rhenus Logistics GreaterChina. 

Specifictools to support further optimization of operations will be used to ensurecomplete quality, performance and cost control, though automation,comprehensive analytics and the efficient use of big data. Driven byinnovation, Rhenus' proprietary Warehouse Management System will be availableacross all warehouses. It offers 24/7 real time stock visibility, supportslabour, distributed order and inventory management, optimizes operations, andcan be configured to suit different customers' scope and requirements.  

"Our Smart Logistics solutions, conceptualized by adedicated team, have seen good results, such as the self-programmedcollaborative robot cell in Germany. As our footprint in Asia-Pacific grows, wewill work closely with customers to develop customized logistics solutions,powered by technology and our industry expertise," added Thomas Halliday, APAC WarehousingDirector - IT.

Annex: Rhenus Warehouses in Asia Pacific

About Rhenus

The Rhenus Group is a logistics services provider with global businessoperations and an annual turnover of EUR 5.1 billion. Rhenus has business sitesat 660 locations worldwide and employs 31,000 people. The Rhenus business areas-- Contract Logistics, Freight Logistics and Port Logistics -- manage complexsupply chains and provide a wealth of innovative value-added services.