Kuehne+Nagel, the world’s largest freight forwarder, has entered into a global partnership with cargo.one, a leading digital air freight platform, to enhance its air freight procurement and sales operations. The collaboration is set to significantly strengthen Kuehne+Nagel’s digital capabilities, giving the company seamless access to dozens of airlines and general sales agents worldwide.
Through the integration of cargo.one’s Offer & Book API Suite, Kuehne+Nagel expands the digital reach of its proprietary air freight booking platform, CB Air. This move enables the company to tap into cargo.one’s rapidly growing airline network, benefiting from real-time connectivity and continuous data quality assurance.
“Kuehne+Nagel is committed to leveraging innovative technology to enhance air freight experiences, with a goal of processing 85% of all air waybills digitally,” said Holger Ketz, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Network and Carrier Management at Kuehne+Nagel. “Partnering with cargo.one is a key step in strengthening airline connectivity within our CB Air platform and maintaining our commitment to digital excellence. These advancements not only enrich service delivery and improve operational efficiency for our customers but also reinforce Kuehne+Nagel’s competitive edge in global markets.”
The partnership complements Kuehne+Nagel’s existing direct airline integrations, offering the company additional flexibility and access to a broader, technology-driven network. By harnessing advanced digital booking tools, Kuehne+Nagel aims to provide faster, more accurate quotes and a streamlined booking experience, driving better service, operational efficiency, and competitive pricing for its customers.
Moritz Claussen, Founder and Co-CEO of cargo.one, welcomed the partnership, noting, “We are delighted that Kuehne+Nagel views cargo.one as a strategically valuable component of its digitalization strategy. Our suite of technology and expertise equips Kuehne+Nagel with the agility and efficiency needed to grow its competitive edge. We are proud to add additional value to Kuehne+Nagel’s already world-class customer experiences.”
With this agreement, Kuehne+Nagel now benefits from a choice of over 50 direct carrier connections through cargo.one, further simplifying its workflows, lowering operational complexity, and enhancing its infrastructure. The partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to raising industry standards in air freight procurement and sales through superior digital connectivity.
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