CRANBERRY TWP, Pa., March 29, 2022
/PRNewswire/ -- PLS Logistics Services (PLS), a leading,
technology-driven, third-party logistics services provider, has
announced today the appointment of Fred
Boehler to the board of directors.
Mr. Boehler, formerly the CEO of Americold Logistics (NYSE:
COLD), which is one of the largest operators of
temperature-controlled warehouses with over 1 billion cubic feet
under management. Mr. Boehler brings over 30 years of supply
chain management experience with the last 12 years focused on the
cold supply chain to PLS. Before serving eight years at Americold
Logistics, Mr. Boehler was Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at
SUPERVALU, a leading American wholesaler and retailer of grocery
products, where he was responsible for supply chain strategy and
execution.
Mr. Boehler served on the Board of Directors of Global Cold
Chain Alliance (GCCA) for almost nine years. He is a graduate of
Wright State University with a degree
in Management Science and obtained an MBA in International Business
from Northern Illinois University.
"We are excited to add Fred
Boehler to the PLS Logistics Board of Directors. With his
extensive knowledge of cold supply chains, and their unique
logistics challenges, Fred will be a valued resource to the PLS
team as we continue our rapid growth in the cold supply chain,"
commented Greg Burns, PLS' Chairman,
President, and CEO.
Mr. Boehler commented, "I've been impressed with the high
service culture and advanced technology of PLS Logistics, and look
forward to working with the team as the company continues to expand
its footprint in the cold supply chain."
Mr. Burns commented, "PLS understands the unique supply chain
and transportation challenges for shippers and carriers in the cold
supply chain, and we look forward to working with Mr. Boehler as we
continue to expand our presence in our fastest growing vertical
sector."
About PLS
PLS Logistics Services is a leading provider of logistics
management, brokerage, and technology services for shippers across
all industries, with revenues in excess of $1.2 billion in 2022. PLS manages over a million
loads annually across all major freight modes: flatbed, van, LTL,
rail and barge, air, and ocean.
To learn more, visit www.plslogistics.com
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