OOCL Logistics Appoints General Manager in Europe

OOCL Logistics, a global supply chain services company, has appointed 15-year freight industry veteran, Henrik Kofod-Hansen, to the position of General Manager and Director, Europe.
Kofod-Hansen, the General Manager, OOCL Logistics, Germany since 1998, will move to his new position on July 28 and will be domiciled in Hamburg, Germany. He will report to John Firman, CEO, OOCL Logistics, Inc., San Ramon, CAUSA.
With five years of experience in the containerized ocean transport industry in hand, Kofod-Hansen joined the OOCL organization in 1994. During his tenure in both the OOCL and OOCL Logistics organizations, Kofod-Hansen has held responsibilities in the areas of Pricing, Sales, Marketing and General Management. In his new appointment, his responsibilities will primarily involve management and direction of the OOCL Logistics organization in Europe that has office locations in Germany, The United Kingdom, France and The Netherlands.
In commenting on his appointment, Kofod-Hansen remarked: ? am very pleased and excited in having been given the opportunity to lead this very talented and dynamic organization. Our growing portfolio of customers in Europe is made up of several well-known, ?lue chip?accounts. With our experience in designing and managing logistical processes and with our expertise in Information Technology, we are well positioned to dramatically grow our business base throughout Europe.?In announcing Kofod-Hansen? appointment, John Firman, CEO, stated:
?his appointment reaffirms the importance of Europe and our overall efforts to expand OOCL Logistics business in this strategically important trade. We look forward to his continued leadership and contribution in the territory.?OOCL Logistics is a provider of worldwide freight consolidation, logistics management and information technology services. OOCL Logistics is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Orient Overseas International Limited (OOIL) and has offices in more than 70 worldwide locations.