Solutions Beyond Logistics

With 115 years of expertise in logistics, Ahlers is setting a new course in Southeast Asia, a region full of opportunity and complexity. Thanks to the guidance of KBC Commercial Banking on local compliance requirements, we are able to stay focused on our core mission — delivering seamless logistics solutions for our clients.

This case highlights a long-time journey to transport massive steel plant equipment from Gijón, Spain, to Dunkirk, France. With the actual planning starting in February 2023, the project took more than 1,5 years and faced complex challenges that required custom-engineered solutions, including transport frames and overcoming tide restrictions.

With the Middle Corridor's increasing significance in connecting Europe and Asia amidst disruptions to traditional routes, Ahlers Logistics is leveraging its deep expertise and strategic partnerships in Central Asia, Georgia, and Türkiye to optimize cargo movement and support customers.

On May 29, 2024, Ahlers Logistics celebrated the grand opening of their new office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, marking a formal milestone in their expansion efforts in Southeast Asia.

The global drive for decarbonization is transforming industries such as metallurgy and mining. In a recent discussion with Project Cargo Journal, we explored how freight forwarders are crucial in supporting this transition.

As part of their plant transformation project, Thyssenkrupp Steel contracted Danieli to develop and implement a digital system for slab storage and management in Germany. Ahlers Logistics was brought into the project to transport 8,000 freight tons of crane parts and accessories.

This case study explores how Difuzed navigates the challenges of the global textile industry with Ahlers Trade Facilitation by optimizing their supply chain for cost reduction, faster lead times, and improved customer service in the Chinese market.