News / Agility's partnership deal with SIPGL will cut out the container terminal middlemen

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Global logistics provider Agility’s agreement with Shanghai International Port Group Logistics (SIPGL) is an arguably unique partnership between a terminal operator and a 3PL.

The bond will allow a “seamless transition” of customers’ cargo, said Agility.

The agreement with SIPGL covers all ocean freight activities and, according to Agility, makes it the first international 3PL to be given direct access to the Chinese port operator’s full complement of services.

Intrigued by the rare direct co-operation between a forwarder and a port operator – ...