News / CH Robinson looks for success where others fear to tread

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US freight forwarder CH Robinson, which has hitherto specialised in the intermodal business, is expanding in the faltering ocean and air freight markets by aggressively pursuing market share and expanding its operations in Europe. In an earnings call last night, in which the company reported that total full year revenues rose 9.9%, with ocean seeing a 27% rise and air a surprising 13% jump, it also revealed it was hoping to grow in Europe.

“We have a commitment to Europe, despite ...