In the next three years, Panalpina plans to set up many more new logistics centers in strategic locations in Greater China. “We are establishing a truly integrated supply chain network in China that combines international air and ocean freight with comprehensive value-added logistics services and supply chain services,” explains Mike Wilson, global head of logistics at Panalpina.

In the first phase, the Tianjin logistics center is 10,000 square meters. The facility uses efficient and environmentally friendly technologies and has a CCTV monitoring system and 24/7 on-site security personnel to ensure the highest security standards. “In the next phases, we plan to develop Tianjin Logistics Center into a hub first for the whole Bohai Bay district and then for Northern China,” says Stefan Gustafsson, district manager Yangtze and Bohai Bay, Panalpina Greater China. “The hub will serve multiple customers and provide VAS, together with cross-docking for air and ocean freight shipments.” wt