Synopsis
APL Logistics provides time-definite ocean shipping services for a major manufacturer of durable, high-end kitchen appliances – a partnership that started when APL Logistics helped this customer execute a highly cost-effective product launch.
Customer Overview
- Company: A century-old, American manufacturer of home appliances
- Vertical: Consumer
- Services: OceanGuaranteed™
- Volume: Varies by product launch and season
Challenges
- Protect against expensive delays due to unexpected product/quality-control issues
- Minimize six-figure expedited transportation costs, while maximizing delivery speed
- Keep carbon footprint within acceptable green standards
- Provide reliable solutions during important product launches
APL Logistics Solutions
- Expedited, time-definite services via OceanGuaranteed™
- APL Logistics carbon footprint calculator
- Visibility system enhancements
Benefits
- $1.5 million annual savings in expedited transportation costs
- 75% reduction in costs related to expedited air freight shipments
- 95% reduction in carbon emissions by limiting high-polluting air freight
