Horizon Logistics

Dallas, TX (Jan. 22, 2009) –Horizon Logistics, LLC, has launched an international ocean shipping service to offer supply chain solutions to U.S. importers and exporters. Horizon Logistics has been licensed by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to operate as a non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC).  As an NVOCC, Horizon Logistics is able to issue its own bills of lading and public tariffs, utilizing the service of vessel operating partners. The first shipments moving under this new service were loaded this week.

 

“Our entrance into the international ocean shipping arena is actually a re-entrance,” said Brian Taylor, President of Horizon Logistics. “Many of our staff members started their careers at Sea-Land Service, Inc., the company that started our business and pioneered container shipping 52 years ago, and was a leading international ocean carrier for decades. We are using that knowledge and experience, strong carrier relationships and reliable partners in Asia to offer a cost efficient alternative for U.S. shippers at a time when they need it most.”

 

While the company will serve all international trades, Horizon Logistics initially will focus on serving the transpacific trade lanes between Asia and North America, offering competitive ocean rates, inland logistics services and arranging for Customs clearance for integrated import/export solutions.

 

For more information, visit www.horizon-logistics.com.

Horizon Logistics delivers innovative transportation and distribution solutions for the toughest supply chain challenges in North America, relying on three core principles to provide superior logistics service to customers – the most experienced professional team, advanced logistics technology and passionate customer service. Horizon Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Horizon Lines, Inc. (NYSE:HRZ), the leading U.S. domestic ocean carrier and integrated logistics company. It was formed in 2007 from the merger of Horizon Lines’ existing logistics operations, the Horizon Services Group information technology company and the acquisition of Aero Logistics, a U.S. 3PL specializing in expedited delivery and special projects.