Top-tier 3PL to raise the bar for meeting OEMs’ rising demands

NEW DELHI, India, December 5, 2012:

APL Logistics and VASCOR today announced the formation of a joint venture to better serve the growing and increasingly sophisticated supply chain needs of the automotive sector in India.

The Delhi-based joint venture – named APL Logistics VASCOR Automotive – draws on the supply chain expertise and auto sector experience of two of the industry’s most respected brands. In India, APL Logistics’ international expertise is complemented by its strong intermodal rail capability through IndiaLinxSM, which operates reliable, dedicated container train services to Northern India’s hinterland. VASCOR is a leading automotive 3PL with deep experience in inbound-to-manufacturing, outbound finished vehicle, and value-added services throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

“This collaboration between APL Logistics and VASCOR marks the first international 3PL to be dedicated exclusively to India’s auto sector, and underscores India’s growing importance as a major global automotive manufacturer,” said Bill Villalon, APL Logistics Vice President for Automotive and Chairman of the joint venture.

“APL Logistics VASCOR Automotive will seek to raise the bar for automotive logistics in India by developing and offering innovative solutions that meet the increasingly sophisticated requirements of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier suppliers,” said Bill Garrett, President and CEO of VASCOR Ltd, and CEO of the joint venture.

While APL Logistics VASCOR Automotive plans to offer a full spectrum of inbound, outbound and aftermarket parts solutions, the company will initially focus on providing finished vehicle logistics, specifically:
   • Rail transportation
   • Yard management
   • Containerised transportation – via APL Logistics’ AutoDirect product

Wagon for finished vehicle distribution

In close consultation with OEMs, APL Logistics VASCOR Automotive has developed a rail wagon with a unique design that can accommodate a wide range of automobiles, including the fast-growing SUVs. The complete door-to-door service will include collection of finished cars from OEM plants, vehicle loading and unloading at terminals, and long-distance rail haulage, and last mile delivery.

Using these newly designed wagons, the joint venture plans to introduce AutoLinxSM, an innovative rail-based solution for more reliable, damage-free and cost-efficient distribution of finished vehicles and motorcycles across the country. Trial runs of AutoLinxSM rail-based wagons will begin in early 2013 with full-scale operations slated to begin mid-2013 following regulatory approvals.

For more information on APL Logistics VASCOR Automotive, visit:www.apllvascor.com

Former Exel exec William Garrett takes over at APL Logistics joint venture

GEORGETOWN, KENTUCKY - 03 Sep 2012:

VASCOR Ltd., one of the world’s largest automotive logistics providers, has named William Garrett as its new Chief Executive Officer. Garrett succeeds James Dunn, who has retired from the company.

A 25-year automotive and supply chain management professional, Garrett joins the company from DHL Exel, where he served as head of the automotive sales team. His experience includes work with many of the world’s leading automotive companies as well as with UPS Supply Chain and Customized Transportation (now CEVA).

“A company as focused as VASCOR requires a leader with an exceptionally high degree of both automotive and supply chain management experience, and we’re pleased to have found that in Bill,” said William Villalon, Vice President, Automotive at APL Logistics and a member of the VASCOR Board.

VASCOR is a joint venture of Singapore-based supply chain management leader APL Logistics and FUJITRANS Corporation of Japan. Formed in 1987, VASCOR offers third-party logistics services to key automotive companies in the U.S. and Mexico. Based in Georgetown, Ky, it serves major automotive manufacturers or sales entities as well as all Class One Railroads.

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A. honored VASCOR, Ltd. with one of the top prestigious awards at the Annual Business Meeting held in Farmington Hills, MI.

The Excellence in Value Improvement Award recognizes VASCOR, Ltd.'s outstanding performance as a supplier partner.

GEORGETOWN, KY. – VASCOR’s V-Scope was featured in the April-June 2012 edition of Finished Vehicle Logistics Magazine.

V-Scope is a finished vehicle logistics supply chain management system giving customers unrivaled visibility into every aspect of their distribution network.

Click here for the full article.

GEORGETOWN, KY. – VASCOR, Ltd., a leading provider of third party logistics throughout North America, celebrates the 25th anniversary of value added service to the automotive industry.

VASCOR was formed as a privately held joint venture between two well-respected transportation/global supply chain organizations: APL Logistics, a subsidiary of Neptune Orient Lines, and FUJITRANS Corporation.

VASCOR began operations in 1987 when Toyota opened its manufacturing assembly plant in Georgetown, Kentucky.

Today, VASCOR provides a full range of advanced logistical services to customers throughout the automotive industry including OEMs, Tier One suppliers, trucking companies and Class I railroads.

For more information, please visit www.vascorlogistics.com.

Best in Time Delivery Award and Plant Releasing Award for Excellence at Multiple Locations

VASCOR was recognized by Chrysler as a Top Carrier with 100% on time performance.

VASCOR was also recognized by Chrysler with an award for Excellence in Plant Releasing at multiple locations.