Agility Appointed to Handle IAAPA Expo Europe 2019

Official freight and on-site handler for industry-leading leisure event

LONDON – March. 12, 2019 – Agility, a leading global logistics provider, has been appointed as the official freight and on-site handling contractor for International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo Europe show.

Agility Fairs & Events will assist IAAPA Expo Europe exhibitors and contractors with international logistics services, including freight forwarding, pre- and post-show warehouse handling, and forklift and heavy lift operations to and from the exhibition.

Organized by IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, Expo Europe 2019 is the leisure and attractions event in Europe for industry professionals, including operators, suppliers, manufacturers, investors, developers, and others in the global amusement community. The event, which takes place  Sept. 16 – 19, will be held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

Jakob Wahl, Executive Director, IAAPA EMEA, said: “The new partnership with Agility will allow IAAPA Expo Europe exhibitors options to handle freight at fair rates. Our exhibitors come to the Expo from around the world, and we are sure Agility will meet all of their needs.”

Garcia Newell, Regional Director, Agility Fairs & Events Europe, said: “Having been the nominated shippers and customs brokers for IAAPA Expo in the United States for over 30 years, we are excited to bring our experience, global capabilities and customer care to this year’s event in Paris.”

About Agility

Agility Global Integrated Logistics is one of the world’s top freight forwarders and providers of contract logistics. It offers ocean, air and road freight, warehousing and distribution, and integrated supply chain services in more than 100 countries. Agility GIL also provides specialist solutions for capital projects, oil and gas, chemicals, and fairs and events logistics. GIL and its parent, Agility, are pioneers in emerging markets, and leader and investors in the use of technology to enhance supply chain efficiency.  Agility is a publicly traded company with $4.6 billion in annual revenue.

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About IAAPA

IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attractions professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world.

Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents more than 6,000 attraction, supplier, and individual members from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, science centers, museums, manufacturers, and suppliers.

The association’s global headquarters is in Orlando, Florida, US. IAAPA also maintains offices in Brussels, Belgium; Hong Kong, China; Shanghai, China; Mexico City, Mexico; and Alexandria, Virginia, US. To learn more, visit www.IAAPA.org or connect through social media channels: @IAAPAHQ @IAAPAEMEA #IAAPA.

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