Dachser Transport of America Inc., the U.S. division of global logistics service provider Dachser GmbH, announced Barbasetti di Prun will oversee all ocean freight forwarding operations for Dachser USA in his new role of director of ocean freight.

Dachser has recorded very strong growth in the United States, the company said. Sales increased to more than $108 million in 2011.

"The basis for Dachser's intelligent logistics service offering is having the best personnel, who truly care about our clients' business," said Frank Guenzerodt, president and CEO of Dachser USA. "John brings deep experience in supply chain management to our company that will add tremendous value for our ocean freight customers."

Barbasetti di Prun joins Dachser USA from Geodis Wilson USA, where he was a member of the company's U.S. management team.