One of the largest independent breweries, Duvel Moortgat USA, has selected Kuehne + Nagel to manage its ocean freight for transatlantic eastbound/westbound and transpacific westbound shipments, as well as customs clearance.
KN Drinks Logistics in Jersey City, NJ, acts as a logistics control tower for Duvel Moortgat USA’s operations. The beer produced by the company is transported to Duvel warehouses as well as directly to distributors; therefore, accurate real-time visibility is essential for the supply chain. Duvel will use the KN Login application within Kuehne + Nagel’s web-based track & trace system to ensure visibility and forecasting.
Duvel Moortgat USA, the American import unit of Duvel Moortgat, owns the Ommegang brewery located in Cooperstown and Boulevard Brewing in Kansas City.
– We decided to partner with Kuehne + Nagel because the company has a global network and logistics capabilities, a good reputation, and competitive pricing. Thanks to excellent service, Kuehne + Nagel meets our logistics needs regarding import and export operations – said Kim White, Supply Chain Manager at Duvel Moortgat USA.
KN Drinks Logistics has extensive capabilities to support unique supply chain challenges for international beverage customers. These include wineries, breweries and distilleries, global exporters and importers, as well as international retailers. From storage to transport, whether in dry, refrigerated, or bulk containers, Kuehne + Nagel offers significant value by providing visibility and control, in addition to customs clearance and compliance with national regulations governing beverage logistics.
– We are very pleased that Duvel USA has decided to work with our team – said John Hextall, President of Kuehne + Nagel North America. – Our KN Drinks Logistics solutions for Duvel focus on providing overall service improvements, and we look forward to building a long-term relationship. We already have several Belgian and German craft beers in our portfolio, and we intend to continue developing and investing in our integrated solutions for the brewing industry.