Middle East, September 6th, 2012 – TNT Express in Saudi Arabia and TNT Express in UAE are delighted to receive the TAPA Certification for 2012-2014, for its countrywide operational hubs. This is a renewal of the certification, which in itself is an achievement due to the stringent process that has to be followed.
Technology Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is a global forum of security, insurance and logistics professionals established to ensure the safe and secure transport, storage and warehousing of TAPA members assets throughout the world.
Mark Woodcock, General Manager for TNT SAB Express commented: “TNT’s investment into enhancing security standards contributes to a better and safer global service offering to our customers.”
TAPA certified companies must pass a detailed independent physical premises audit to ensure compliance with numerous Freight Security Requirements (FSRs). The FSR contains elements for Access Control, Employee Checks, Perimeter Security, Intruder Security Devices, Monitoring Systems, High Value Storage Areas, Transit Delays and for other areas of concern in warehouses, distribution centres, and consolidation facilities, as well as specifying minimum security measures for drivers.
“This was again a very stringent audit and we are proud to have maintained an excellent score. We view the attainment and retention of such important standards as crucial to the success of our business and that of our clients,” added Mark Pell, General Manager for TNT Express UAE.
Bryan Moulds, Managing Director for TNT Express Middle East concluded: “A high level of security is crucial when handling our customers’ valuable consignments. The TAPA certification has played a major role in maintaining a notable standard in the logistics industry across the Middle East region.”
About TNT Express
TNT Express is one of the world’s largest express delivery companies. On a daily basis, TNT Express delivers close to 1 million consignments ranging from documents and parcels to palletised freight. The company operates road and air transportation networks in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. TNT Express made €7.2 billion in revenue in 2011. For more information, please visit TNT’s website at: http://www.tnt.com/corporate
For more information and inquiries, please contact:
Danielle Aychouh
Marketing Manager – ME
Gulf Commercial and Marketing Dept.
T : +971 4 2109652
F : +971 4 2949615
M : +971 56 6862001
[email protected]
SOURCE: Submitted by TNT Express
