Kuehne+Nagel opens integrated Tababela logistics hub to unite Quito teams and expand refrigerated capacity for Ecuador’s trade

Kuehne+Nagel opens integrated Tababela logistics hub to unite Quito teams and expand refrigerated capacity for Ecuador’s trade

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has opened a state‑of‑the‑art logistics centre in Tababela, Quito, consolidating its Ecuadorian operations and offices to improve efficiency and coordination. The site includes 2,280 m² of refrigerated storage, a 6,445 m² manoeuvring yard, 25 docks and 795 m² of office space. Since starting in Quito in 1995 with five employees, the company has grown steadily, bolstered by the acquisitions of Master Transport (2013) and Panatlantic (2018), and is now a leading provider of international trade and supply chain services in Ecuador. Key solutions include air logistics for general and perishable goods, cross‑docking, airport storage and delivery, sea freight (FCL and LCL) and customs management, with decarbonisation options available. Managing Director Diether Bohn highlighted the enhanced synergies and process agility from uniting teams, while Country Manager Mónica Jimenez said the new facility reflects the company’s ambition to be a trusted, sustainable supply chain partner.

(PRESS RELEASE) SCHINDELLEGI, 22-Jul-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Kuehne+Nagel  has marked a major milestone in Ecuador by opening a cutting‑edge logistics hub in Tababela, Quito—bringing its local operations and offices together under one roof to streamline processes and boost internal coordination. The new complex features 2,280 m² of temperature‑controlled warehousing, a 6,445 m² manoeuvring yard, 25 loading docks, and 795 m² of office space, creating a single, strategic base for teams and customers alike.

What began in Quito in 1995 with just five air‑logistics specialists has steadily expanded. Strategic acquisitions—Master Transport in 2013 and Panatlantic in 2018—cemented the company’s leadership in perishables, while broadening its end‑to‑end capabilities. Today, Kuehne+Nagel Ecuador is recognized as one of the country’s most versatile partners for international trade and supply chain solutions.

“With this step, we reaffirm our commitment to Ecuador’s broader industrial and trade growth, powered by the most advanced logistics solutions available,” said Diether Bohn, Managing Director for Ecuador, Colombia, Peru and Venezuela. “Bringing all of our Quito teams together will deepen synergies, speed up processes and elevate the experience for both customers and employees.”

In Ecuador, Kuehne+Nagel’s core offerings span general and perishable air logistics, cross‑docking, airport storage and last‑mile delivery, full‑container‑load (FCL) and less‑than‑container‑load (LCL) sea freight, plus customs management. The company also provides decarbonisation options across these services, supporting clients in meeting sustainability goals.

“Over three decades, we’ve moved thousands of tonnes of Ecuadorian goods to markets worldwide, and this move takes us to the next level,” added Mónica Jimenez, Country Manager, Ecuador. “This facility is not just an infrastructure upgrade—it embodies our vision to be the most trusted supply chain partner for a sustainable future.”

About Kuehne+Nagel

With more than 82,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics providers. Headquartered in Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel is listed in the Swiss blue-chip stock market index, the SMI. The Group is the global number one in air and sea logistics and has strong market positions in road and contract logistics. Kuehne+Nagel is the logistics partner of choice for 400,000 customers worldwide. Using its global network, logistics expertise and data-based insights, the Group provides end-to-end supply chain solutions for global companies and industries.

Media Contact:

Andrea Lagno Assael
Communications Manager Brazil & Latam​
Andrea.lagno@kuehnenagel.com

SOURCE: Kuehne+Nagel