K+N expands perishables network with Salmosped acquisition

Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) is expanding its perishables network with the acquisition of Norwegian freight forwarder Salmosped, which specialises in the transportation of seafood. Norway is one of the largest fish and aquaculture producers in the world and its exports have remained strong throughout the pandemic.
K+N said that over the years, it has developed a global perishables logistics network comprised of more than 70 stations to provide its end-consumers with an optimal product shelf life and maximum freshness.
Dennis Verkooy, senior vice president of global perishables, and head of carrier management air logistics, at K+N, commented: “Perishables logistics is a strong growth driver for Kuehne+Nagel. “While we have been present in the seafood business in Norway for years, today’s acquisition strengthens our footprint in air freight exports from this important seafood producing country.
“We are looking forward to enlarging our Norwegian team with Salmosped’s specialists.”