Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global logistics company, is pleased to announce that David Roussiere will be overseeing India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives as the Managing Director. In his new role, David will be responsible for leading a dedicated team of 850 industry experts across 28 locations in the India Cluster. With an extensive background and more than 20 years of experience in the logistics industry, David’s expertise positions him as the ideal candidate to spearhead Kuehne+Nagel’s operations and expand its market presence in India.

Throughout his career, David has held various senior management positions within the company. He has previously served as the Managing Director for the Kuehne+Nagel Singapore cluster, the UAE & Oman cluster, as well as the Vietnam cluster. This diverse experience equips David with a comprehensive understanding of the company’s operations in different regions, further enhancing his ability to drive growth and success in his new role in India.

Siewloong Wong, Regional Head for Kuehne+Nagel Asia Pacific, said: “Kuehne+Nagel India has performed admirably over the years, despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic. With David’s professional background and strong leadership experience, we are certain he will continue to drive the growth of Kuehne+Nagel India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives and make it a key contributor to the region’s success.”

David said on this appointment: “India has enormous potential and a rapid growth trajectory, backed by strong government support. I am confident that with the highly qualified, experienced, and customer-centric team in India, we can build on the company’s current success and steer profitable growth in the coming years.” With over 79,000 employees at almost 1,300 locations in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics companies. Its strong market position lies in sea logistics, air logistics, road logistics, and contract logistics, with a clear focus on integrated logistics solutions.