Michelin Siam awards contract to TNT Logistics
01 November 2004 - 10:12 CET
TNT Logistics has been awarded a contract by Michelin Siam Marketing and Sales Co., Ltd. to handle logistics functions for its two tyre production plants in Thailand, as well as its domestic and export warehouse facilities. The awarding of this contract further strengthens TNT's position as a leading provider of logistics services to the tyre sector.Under the new contract, TNT Logistics will manage the material flows and clearance of tyres to and from Michelin Siam's two production plants. TNT Logistics will also oversee the operation of Michelin Siam's two main warehouses: its domestic warehouse and export warehouse.
Over 200 staff will be employed to handle Michelin Siam's warehousing and distribution divisions.
"TNT's systems are fully interfaced with Michelin Siam's back office management to control the supply chain process for maximum efficiency," says Jon Jennings, TNT Thailand's Business Development Director.
Michelin Siam Customer Service & Logistics Director, Jaipetch Chevaphatrakul said: "Michelin is a global partner of TNT, working together in a number of major overseas markets, including the United States, Malaysia, Australia, Germany and Turkey." Globally, TNT Logistics is the largest third party logistics provider to the tyre sector as it serves all major tyre manufacturers.
