AGV takes over BASF logistics area
DCI - 05/19/2009
Headquartered in Vinhedo (SP) with 33 branch offices, AGV Logística has recently taken over the operations of the Basf Care Chemicals business unit, world leader in the chemical segment. The unit corresponds to the businesses of Human Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Cosmetics, Ingredients and Pharmaceutical Services and Effect Pigments. AGV, which already has Coim, Dow Química, GE Betz and Givaudan, among other clients in its portfolio, developed customized processes, meeting Basf specific quality standards and requirements.
The operations in the chemical segment of AGV are mostly concentrated in the headquarters. Nonetheless, AGV also works with in-house operations. In the case of the service rendered to GE Betz, for instance, which required a logistics management integrated to its process of manufacturing of products and water treatment, AGV operates in Sorocaba (SP) at the client's own premises. "The chemical industry is the third largest industrial segment of Brazil as well as one of the most important and dynamic of the Brazilian economy, being among the 10 biggest ones in the world. The demand of the companies of this segment for specialized logistics services were decisive factors ", explains Vasco Oliveira Neto, president of AGV.