Kuehne + Nagel International AG: New Management Board member appointed Montag, 13. Oktober 2014 - 06:57
Schindellegi / CH, October 13, 2014 -
The Board of Directors of Kuehne + Nagel
International AG has appointed Gianfranco Sgro as a new member of the
Management Board effectiveFebruary 1, 2015. He will assume global
responsibility for the business unit Contract Logistics. Dr. Detlef
Trefzger will continue to head the business unit in addition to his CEO
responsibilities until Gianfranco Sgro joins Kuehne + Nagel.
From
2012 onwards Gianfranco Sgro has served as regional Chief Operating
Officer at a major automotive supplier with full responsibility for
production, sales and key account management. Previously, from 2007 to
2012, he acted as President Europe, Middle East, Africa and Managing
Director Italy at a major contract logistics provider.
Gianfranco
Sgro started his professional career with an international logistics
provider in 1992. During his 14 years at the company he held various
managerial positions for operations in Italy, Europe and South America.
From 2003 to 2006 he was Managing Director Italy and President of South
America.
Karl Gernandt, Chairman, Kuehne + Nagel International
AG: “Mr. Sgro is a welcome addition to our Management Board. Besides his
proven track record in building up and developing successful contract
logistics operations, he can draw on excellent commercial, financial and
leadership expertise. We are convinced that under the leadership of Mr.
Sgro our contract logistics business will advance further and that he
will contribute to the overall strength of our Management Board.”
About Kuehne + Nagel
With over 63,000 employees at more than 1000 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in the seafreight, airfreight, contract logistics and overland businesses, with a clear focus on providing IT-based integrated logistics solutions.Further information can be found at www.kuehne-nagel.com
