Agility wins F1 customs clearing contract
Dubai, October 27, 2009
Agility, a leading global provider of integrated logistics solutions, has been appointed by Formula One Management (FOM) UK and Yas Marina Circuit as the official customs clearing and on-site handling agent for the inaugural Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The event is to be held from October 30 to November 1.
Agility Fairs & Events, as the exclusive customs clearing and on-site handling agent, will arrange a round the clock customs-bonded area at the circuit.
“All eyes are on Abu Dhabi, with it hosting the F1 for the first time and we are delighted and proud to have been appointed the exclusive customs clearing and on-site handling agent by Formula One Management, for such an important and high profile job,” stated Elias Monem, chief of Agility Middle East & Africa.
“This prestigious event is the first of its kind to come to the UAE. We are coordinating with all concerned to ensure a smooth flow of shipments and their timely delivery. Agility is excited and proud to be a part of this landmark event,” added George Jacob, regional manager for Fairs & Events, Agility Middle East.-TradeArabia News Service