The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has appointed Kuehne+Nagel as its Official Event Logistics Provider.
Following a competitive tender process, Kuehne+Nagel will be responsible for the safe and sustainable transportation, receipt, and forwarding of all the Birmingham 2022 logistic requirements. The brief includes global freight forwarding, onsite venue logistics, the transfer of athletes’ baggage and equipment, the transportation of equipment to competition and non-competition venues, and the use of warehouses to control and consolidate assets in transit during and post-Games.
Kuehne+Nagel will use a suite of technology systems to maintain control of the millions of sporting items and event equipment while ‘championing sustainable event delivery solutions’ in line with Birmingham 2022’s sustainability pledge - which includes plans to deliver the first ever carbon-neutral Commonwealth Games.
“We are delighted to have been chosen as the Official Event Logistics Provider to support the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games,” said Brian Cox, National Manager, Kuehne+Nagel UK.
“It’s a great honour for us to be providing our services for such a landmark event that celebrates and facilitates diversity and inclusivity.”
Tamara Sutherland, Head of Logistics, Birmingham 2022, added: “It is fantastic to have Kuehne+Nagel join us as our Official Event Logistics Provider for Birmingham 2022. They are well known for their highly specialised logistics management, making them the ideal company to provide complex and detailed solutions for this type of event.
“With a strong track record in offering comprehensive logistics solutions for major industries and events worldwide, I’m confident Kuehne+Nagel will help us deliver a safe, efficient, and successful Games.”
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