Logistics agreement signed between Clas Ohlson and Norfolkline Logistics

Swedish retailer Clas Ohlson will open its first new store in the UK and has chosen Norfolkline Logistics to provide a robust and scalable logistical solution to support an expansion plan for the UK.

The solution provided by Norfolkline logistics includes international and domestic transportation as well as UK warehousing and distribution.

Commenting on the agreement Mr. Rolf Andersson, Distribution centre director of Clas Ohlson says:

"We choose Norfolkline because their offer was a complete logistic solution for our expansion in the UK market."

From Norfolkline Mr. Eddie Green adds:

"Norfolkline is pleased to be associated with Clas Ohlson and support them in their UK expansion. We are really looking forward to the cooperation which perfectly fits our strategy to offer value adding logistics solutions in addition to point to point trailer loads."

Clas Ohlson AB is a retail outlet chain listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange with shops in Sweden, Norway and Finland. Sales are also made by mail order and the Internet.

The product range includes over 15,000 items for house and home, home electronics and hobbies.

With no manufacturing facilities of its own, Clas Ohlson purchases products from more than 800 suppliers in over 30 countries. Clas Ohlson has a broad product range which is continually renewed to satisfy the growing customer base.

Part of the A.P. Møller Maersk Group, Norfolkline provides Ferry & Logistics services throughout Europe.

Norfolkline provides Ambient and Temperature controlled Logistics solutions to the Retail, Electronics, Furniture, Paper, Food, Beverage and Wine sectors through a network of warehousing and distribution facilities across Europe.

Norfolkline employs more than 2000 people in 13 countries.

Norfolkline's industry-focused approach to logistics: