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SCHENKER TO DELIVER FOR MELBOURNE 2006

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Schenker Australia Pty Ltd has been appointed Official Provider of freight forwarding and customs clearance for the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.

Its role is to undertake planning, coordination and implementation of freight forwarding services for both air and sea freight.

As a minimum this will encompass all inbound and outbound freight requirements, Australian Customs and Quarantine clearances and local delivery services.

SCHENKERglobalsportsevents provide services to various bodies such as sports events organisers, broadcasters, press agents, sponsors, federations, suppliers and the athletes themselves.

Ron Koehler, Managing Director Schenker Australia Pty Ltd said: "For the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games, we will establish dedicated venues teams to ensure fast and seamless freight forwarding and customs clearance operations.

"For our customers, we will ensure that our solutions and services are available 24/7, which we have learnt is a critical element for any major sports event.”