TNT provides logistics support for Dodge Charger launch
14 July 2005 - 11:06 CET
TNT Logistics, a leading global provider of supply chain services, has been awarded the operation of a second inbound manufacturing support facility for the Chrysler Group assembly plant in Brampton, Ont, Canada. In addition to other product lines, this plant now builds the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger, which went on sale in June 2005.This operation provides a variety of logistics support and parts sequencing services to the Chrysler Group. It adds 9000 square metres of logistics support space that complements the 30,000 square metre- facility that TNT Logistics has already been operating in the area for the car manufacturer.
With the growing complexity of product lines and the launch of the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger, Chrysler Group and TNT management jointly determined that more warehouse space would be needed, along with a third shift at the existing operation. TNT was able to locate a nearby, partially completed facility and finished it to the Chrysler Group's specifications in about six weeks. The second operation added 110 employees to the area.
TNT Logistics North America has served many of the Chrysler Group's assembly plants since 1988 and currently provides a variety of network transportation and plant support logistics activities throughout the country.
"We're pleased to have been selected by the Chrysler Group to support this plant in the launch of a new product line," said Jeff Hurley, chief operating officer, TNT Logistics North America. "This latest expansion with the Chrysler Group signifies the faith that they have in our ability to provide high-quality, on-demand supply chain logistics services."
In 2004, TNT Logistics North America won the Chrysler Group Gold Award for the third consecutive year. The coveted Gold Award is presented to manufacturing facilities and service suppliers in recognition of outstanding performance. This achievement places TNT Logistics North America among the highest rated logistics and transportation services suppliers to the Chrysler Group.
"This is an important project for TNT," added Mark Sadler, director of business development, TNT Logistics North America. "Using our 'Zero Defects Start-Up process (ZDS), we experienced a smooth operational launch in the second quarter of 2005 and look forward to a great future with this plant."
