Introduction to this newsletter

Along with the energy sector, transport accounts for about two-thirds of the total CO2 emissions in Europe, and is the only sector where CO2 emissions are increasing. Simultaneously, logistics customers demand shorter lead-times, smaller order quantities, more frequent deliveries, and narrower delivery windows.

But how can a company reconcile the need to reduce CO2 emissions with the desire to improve its bottom line?  This can only be done by a more holistic approach to transport solutions at the strategic level in order to improve better decision-making at the tactical and operational levels.

We are pleased to announce the success of the Transport Administration System from United Logistics that Nokian Tyres has implemented. As the tyre business in the Nordic region is season-driven, this requires highly efficiency production, a smooth logistic chain, and providing clients with goods tracking. Once the Transport Administration System was up and running, it quickly improved Nokian Tyres’ customer services and reputation. Today, the Transport Administration System is an integral part of the daily operations at Nokian Tyres in Sweden, Finland and Norway.

When it comes to the supply chain, it’s imperative to know exactly what the customer wants. This is why we have developed our Demand Chain Leadership® concept, which clearly defines each customer’s needs in order to present the best customer logistics solution.

We hope that you find these topics in our latest Newsletter interesting.

Anders Tormod
CEO United Logistics Group