UTi Logistics Israel ranks first in BdiCode 2009

The company was elected for the second time as the top company among the most valued and successful freight forwarders and customs clearing agents in Israel. Orian is listed third
 
BDI's Most Valued Companies Ranking published last week positions Uti Logistics Israel, for the second time, as the top company among the most valued and successful freight forwarders and customs clearing agents in Israel.
 
BdiCode 2009 ranks leading Israeli freight forwarders and customs clearing agents using innovative methodology integrating financial data and qualitative parameters. UTi Logistics Israel was established in October 2007 and is jointly owned by UTi WorldwideInc (75%) & ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (25%).
 
In reaction to the Bdi ranking, Mr. Shlomo Sharon, director general of Uti Israel, said that he was happy to see the result and to note that the ranking examined professionalism as well as service quality. Sharon added that: "the recent merger with Newlog has improved and upgraded the company professionally and in terms of quality provided to our clients."
 
Main areas of operation: air and ocean freight forwarding, customs brokerage, supply chain management solutions, integrated transport, exhibitions, artworks, packing services, projects. The company offers comprehensive logistics services and has over 550 skilled and experienced employees, professionals in the field of freight forwarding, customs clearance.
 
According to BDI the company had a commission turnover of NIS190m in 2008. UTi Logistics Israel ranks 72 in the overall service sector of the BdiCode 2009. The code ranks Krief Group in the second place. The Group which was not listed in the code last year employs 50 skilled employees and provides comprehensive freight, courier, distribution services and qualified logistics services to the global market.
 
According to BDI the company had a commission turnover of NIS156m in 2008. Orian Ltd. is listed third (second in 2008) with commission turnover of NIS100m in 2008.
 
Orian Ltd. is one of Israel’s major logistics services companies and a leader in the field. As part of an international group, the company offers every available supply chain management solution under one roof - as a One Stop Shop. Orian's strategic partner is DB Schenker Logistics, which is considered one of the world leaders in the provision of overall logistics solutions imbued with vision and innovativeness, and guaranteeing perfect timing of the supply chain.
 
Fritz Companies Israel, which employs 400 skilled employees and had commission turnover of NIS100m in 2008 was rated fourth.
 
The company offer integrated solutions that provide the timing, value and service customers need. The company has self-developed state of the art information system which allows customers to receive updated data concerning shipments in the cross-section that fits customers' needs and achieve maximum shipment visibility.
 
David Yeheskel & Sons ltd is ranked in fifth place, the company which employs 100 skilled employees had commission turnover of NIS 75m in 2008.