Ryder Helps Global Automaker Reduce Costs and Improve Supply Chain
Visibility
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Ryder
System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial
fleet management and supply
chain solutions, announced today it has been selected by Chrysler de
Mexico to manage a cross
dock operation at the Port of Altamira, feeding parts from an
overseas supplier to Chrysler’s manufacturing assembly plant in Mexico.
Ryder is responsible for receiving sea containers from two Italian
consolidation centers, facilitating the customs process and transloading
the shipments into trailers for delivery to the plant. Ryder uses its
engineering expertise to optimize the trailer loads, resulting in
reduced transportation spend for Chrysler. Ryder’s services are
supported by an EDI technology that connects Ryder, Chrysler, and the
supplier. This system enables Ryder to seamlessly share information with
customs brokers, transportation partners, and the Chrysler assembly
plant, improving visibility and ensuring quality, timely delivery.
“We are honored that Chrysler has once again entrusted us with their
business, and appreciate the long-standing and successful relationship
we’ve had with them for more than 10 years,” said Gene Sevilla, Vice
President of Ryder International Supply Chain Solutions. “This latest
operation is another way we are helping Chrysler improve visibility and
drive efficiencies in their supply chain.”
Ryder’s cross
docking solution keeps products moving by synchronizing inbound and
outbound shipping activities so that products flow directly from
receiving to shipping. As a result, customers can reduce both
distribution and transportation costs.
“We are pleased to work again with Ryder as we know the way they operate
and the commitment they have in delivering the best service,” said
Mercedes Figueroa, Head of Logistics and Customs for Chrysler Mexico.
Ryder Mexico provides comprehensive logistics and supply chain
management solutions to companies with operations in Mexico. Ryder
Mexico manages more than 3.1 million square feet of warehouse and more
than 3.7 million square feet of yard space in Mexico and handles more
than 3,000 cross-border freight movements between the U.S. and Mexico a
week. Globally, the Ryder
Supply Chain Solutions business segment manages approximately 35
million square feet of warehouse space and contracts with more than
1,700 carriers in all modes of transportation in the markets it serves.
Ryder has partnered with Mexican carriers since it first began operating
in Mexico in 1994 and this year celebrates its twentieth anniversary.
About Ryder
Ryder is a FORTUNE 500® commercial fleet and supply chain management
solutions company. Ryder’s stock (NYSE:R) is a component of the Dow
Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index. Inbound
Logistics magazine has recognized Ryder as a top third party
logistics provider and green supply chain partner. In addition, Security
Magazine has named Ryder one of the top companies for security practices
in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing sector.
Ryder is a proud member of the American Red Cross Disaster Responder
Program, supporting national and local disaster preparedness and
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About Chrysler de Mexico
Chrysler de Mexico was established in 1938 and has its headquarters in
Santa Fe. It has 7 plants located in Toluca and Saltillo, and one
automotive engineering center located in Mexico City. Facilities
include: Toluca Assembly Plant, Toluca Stamping Plant, Saltillo Truck
Assembly Plant, Saltillo Engine Plant Ramos Arizpe, Saltillo Stamping
Plant, Saltillo South Engine Plant, and Saltillo Van Assembly Plant.
Since 2009, Chrysler de Mexico has been implementing World Class
Manufacturing (WCM)—a production methodology designed to reduce
waste—that has increased productivity, and has restored dignity to the
employees in all of its plants. The Toluca Complex provides body panels
and final assembly for Dodge Journey, Fiat 500, and Fiat Freemont. The
Saltillo facilities manufacture the 5.7-liter V-8 HEMI® engine,
6.2-liter V-8 HEMI, 6.4-liter V-8 HEMI engine, 2.4-liter Tigershark and
3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar engine. They also build the Ram 1500, the Ram
2500/3500, the Ram Mega Cab, the Ram 3500 Chassis Cab, the Ram
4500/5500, Ram Promaster and the DX Chassis Cab (Mexican market) plus
related body panels. The Chrysler Automotive Engineering Center was
created to develop, evaluate, and test new vehicles to ensure they
satisfy government requirements. The Engineering Center includes vehicle
testing facilities, pollution/emission labs, material engineering,
metrology, and engine & transmission dynamometers. Additional
information and news from Chrysler de Mexico is available at http://www.chryslerdemexico.com.mx/
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Source: Ryder System, Inc.