Wednesday, January 30, 2013

DB Schenker in Canada Appoints New CFO


Toronto, ON, January 30, 2013 - DB Schenker in Canada announced today that Michael Schulz has been appointed Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Schenker of Canada Limited, replacing Petra Kuester who has relocated to the DB Schenker Logistics U.K. corporate office in London as CFO.

In his new role, Schulz is responsible for the company’s financial performance and will be reporting directly to Heiner Murmann, Chief Executive Officer, DB Schenker Americas.

“We are delighted that such a respected industry leader has joined DB Schenker,” said Heiner Murmann. “Michael’s expertise and enthusiasm, along with his extensive experience in project and infrastructure development will be invaluable to DB Schenker in Canada moving forward.”

Michael Schulz joined DB Schenker in Canada from DB ProjektBau, the engineering company of DB’s infrastructure division, where he held the role of CFO.

About DB Schenker in Canada:

DB Schenker in Canada is the 2nd largest Integrated Logistics Service Provider, operating from over 40 sites across the country. The company spans a coast-to-coast network that extends to all major harbours, airports and border crossings. In just over half a century, the business has grown to include 1,600 employees. DB Schenker in Canada has a portfolio of supply chain services that include: Contract Logistics/SCM, Air and Ocean Freight, Land Transport, Customs Brokerage and Consulting, and services for Fairs, Exhibitions and Sporting Events.