Heavyweight appointment sets KWE on growth path

Integrated global logistics company Kintetsu World Express (KWE) is ready for take-off in the regional and international airfreight and aerospace logistics market following the appointment of Keith Horn Management Services (KHMS). Richard Szabo, director at KWE says: “Keith Horn has chalked up numerous accolades throughout his business tenure, most notably in the supply chain and logistics industry. He is particularly well known for his meticulous approach to managing the intricate demands of the aerospace industry and for building cohesive teams and network support.” Horn has been involved in the integrated logistics and supply chain management disciplines for over 20 years, and has served in the clearing and forwarding industry for over 45 years in a range of positions – from operations, sales and marketing to logistics and general management.” Prior to 2011, Horn was employed at KWE in various capacities, including that of supply chain and logistics director. He was also responsible for managing the on-site OR Tambo supply chain and integrated logistics requirements of South African Airways Technical (SAAT.) Through his consultancy company he is also involved in the development of end-toend supply chain management solutions and training in logistics and supply chain management for freight forwarders, third party logistics service providers, importers and exporters. The contract with KWE will run concurrently with other contracts that KHMS has in place. In 2011 KWE formed Project Cargo Japan in a joint venture with Hitachi Transport Systems. PCJ provides consulting and engineering services for international project cargo transportation for social infrastructure and energy business, as well as the relocation of manufacturing facilities. CAPTION Richard Szabo, Keith Horn and Ikuhiro Hojo … partners in logistics.