JAS Worldwide
6195 Barfield Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30328
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Atlanta, USA. JAS Worldwide today announced that its subsidiary, JAS Brazil, has acquired 100% of the shares of Sonave Logistica. The acquisition closed on Jan 1st, 2021.
Sonave has been JAS Brazil’s exclusive Agent in Belo Horizonte (Minas Gerais) and Curitiba (Parana) for the past 10 years, providing freight and logistics services. The two companies have successfully expanded their global business during the ensuing years. Sonave Logistica, founded in 1983, has been owned and managed by Leonardo Abreu and Ricardo Nunes, both of whom will remain with the company in executive functions.
“Joining JAS Worldwide is the logical outcome of a successful relationship, opening new opportunities for our employees and customers”, said Leonardo Abreu, President of Sonave Logistica.
“The integration into JAS Worldwide, especially as we take advantage of JAS’ strong suite of global IT solutions, will bring better visibility and reporting capabilities for our clients and increase our competitiveness in the market”, said Ricardo Nunes, President of Sonave Logistica.
The two companies have similar values and complement each other in their geographical footprint.
Of the acquisition, Adrian Emmenegger, Executive Vice President of the Americas at JAS Worldwide said, “We are pleased to welcome the Sonave team to the JAS family and look forward to the growth the combined company will bring - because people do make the difference.”
About JAS Worldwide
JAS was founded in 1978 in Milan, Italy. Over the last four decades, JAS has grown from regional roots to a global force. Today, JAS covers 90+ countries with 335+ offices and official agents and has over 4,000 employees globally.
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 24, 2025 – JAS and Naqel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership. The partnership will combine Naqel's robust regional network with JAS's global logistics expertise.
Naqel, a subsidiary of Saudi Post Logistics (SPL) provides comprehensive coverage across the GCC region. By partnering with JAS, one of the largest and fastest-growing privately-owned logistics companies, both organizations are well-positioned to support the Kingdom's ambitious plans and strengthen its role as a global logistics hub.
"This partnership marks an exciting milestone for JAS as we expand our presence in Saudi Arabia," said Erwin Wittemaier, Area VP of JAS Middle East. "By combining our global reach with Naqel's deep-rooted regional expertise, we can unlock the full potential of the highly promising Saudi Arabian market."
Dr. Sohail Choudhry, CEO of Naqel Express and Group Chief Commercial Officer of SPL said “This partnership is a bold step towards strengthening our joint position in the region, opening new trade lanes and supporting our SPL Group vision to be a National Logistics champion which reimagines logistics and enhances experiences for our customers”
The MoU was signed by Dr. Adnan Almazrooa, Deputy CEO of Naqel, and Erwin Wittemaier, Area VP of JAS Middle East, in the presence of Dr. Sohail Choudhry, CEO of Naqel, Justin Sloan, Chief of Freight Forwarding at Naqel, and senior leaders from both organizations.
This collaboration aims to develop strategic trade lanes, mitigate supply chain disruptions, and provide multi-modal logistics solutions that drive efficiency and resilience.
By working together, JAS and Naqel will contribute to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals of enhancing trade integration, accelerating economic diversification, and fostering sustainable logistics solutions.
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About JAS
JAS, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, was founded in Milan, Italy, in 1978. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, and supported by 7,000+ team members in more than 100 countries, it builds innovative and sustainable solutions that focus on customer needs and a better future for all. At the heart of JAS's success is its people who deliver customer value. As one of the largest and fastest-growing privately-owned logistics companies, JAS is committed to creating opportunities for our communities, customers, and colleagues to thrive. Together.
About Naqel Express by SPL
NAQEL Express by SPL has been operating in the MENA region since 2005 and is now a proud member of the Saudi Post family. With a presence in 16 countries, it has established itself as a formidable force in logistics. With its unrivaled distribution network and robust fleet, NAQEL seamlessly connects you with even the most remote corners of Saudi Arabia.
NAQEL provides tailored solutions and services such as speedy e-commerce and courier delivery, efficient road transport, smart warehousing and order fulfillment, global air and sea freight forwarding, seamless supply chain solutions, project management, 3PL services, and easy customs clearance. Committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions with a focus on environmental responsibility, NAQEL strives to lead the logistics industry towards a greener and more sustainable future.
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JAS is excited to announce its participation in LogiPharma 2025, the leading global supply chain conference for the life sciences industry. Taking place from April 8-10 at the Centre de Congrès de Lyon, France, the event brings together key industry leaders to discuss innovations and best practices in logistics.
As a trusted logistics partner, JAS will be exhibiting at Booth 71, where attendees can connect with our experts to explore cutting-edge cold chain solutions, temperature-controlled logistics, and end-to-end supply chain strategies tailored for the industry.
Continuing our tradition, the team will also take part in the LogiPharma 5K Run on Wednesday, April 8, at 7 AM.
Join us at LogiPharma 2025 to discover how we are driving innovation in logistics and ensuring supply chain excellence for our partners around the world.
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