- The partnership includes warehousing, UK domestic operations and international logistics support, including for Paris 2024 Olympic Games
The British Olympic Association is delighted to announce Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global provider of logistics solutions, as the Official Freight Forwarding and Logistics Supporter for Team GB until the end of 2026.
The partnership encompasses a wide range of logistics services, including warehousing, the coordination of domestic and international shipments, event project management, customs clearance and on-time delivery of equipment and supplies.
Tim Ellerton, Commercial Director at Team GB, said: “Seamless logistics are a vital piece of the puzzle in our planning for Olympic Games. Kuehne+Nagel are world leaders in their field and this alongside their ambition to be one of the most sustainable logistics operators in the market is why we are delighted to be working with them as we head into the next leg of our journey towards Paris 2024.”
Mike Priestley, UK Expo & Events Director at Kuehne+Nagel, added: “This partnership allows us to further showcase our expertise in the live event sector, with a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of Team GB athletes on their Olympic journey.
“We are excited to be partnering with an organisation whose values align with our own – such as connecting people and creating extraordinary moments. We look forward to collaborating with Team GB to explore how we can deliver sustainable logistics solutions throughout the partnership.”
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About The British Olympic Association:
The British Olympic Association (BOA) is the National Olympic Committee for Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Its mission is to develop, promote and protect the Olympic Movement in our territory in accordance with the Olympic Charter. The BOA achieves this through:
– Working in partnership with our members and key stakeholders to deliver world-leading services and support to enable British athletes to reach their full potential at the Olympic Games, Olympic Winter Games and other IOC-sanctioned events
– Working in partnership with our members and key stakeholders to provide athletes with relevant support on the journey to, during and following their Olympic careers
– Engaging people throughout the United Kingdom to pursue their very own goals and dreams through the Olympic Values and the example of Team GB Olympians
– Being the independent voice of Olympic Sport and collaborating with our members and other sport stakeholders, both domestically and internationally, to support the continued growth and overall health of the Olympic Movement in the UK
For further information, please visit TeamGB.com