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JAS Brazil was honored with the Viracopos Award for Logistics Excellence this November. The award aims to highlight the performance of and promote the growth of companies operating in the foreign trade sector through the Cargo Terminal at Viracopos Airport (ABV).
Organized for the tenth year by ABV in partnership with the Center of Industries of the State of São Campinas (CIESP), the ceremony is recognized throughout the region as one of Brazil’s most important events for foreign trade.
The event was attended by Dário Saadi, mayor of Campinas, Brazil. He shared the importance of logistics and foreign trade in the Campinas area while also highlighting the value of air transport in São Paulo.
Competing for the award were: 151 Importing Companies, 30 Cargo Agents, 41 Customs Dispatch Commissioners, 47 Road Transport Companies, and 11 Airlines, who were all evaluated on their performance from August 2021 to July 2022.
“JAS is excited to receive this award, and we are honored that our team has been recognized for their hard work and dedication.” said Andreas Oetje – Global Development Director LATAM of the award. “The recognition by both one of our key automotive clients and the VCP Airport is a ‘double’ honor! Having supported our customer to earn this award is the work of our local team and the teams around the world. I am proud to be part of this team! Our people really do make the difference,” he went on to explain.
About JAS Brazil
Established in Brazil in 1990, JAS Brazil is headquartered in São Paulo. Over the years, JAS has expanded its network to include 13 branches and three gateways at the main airports across the Brazilian region. Today, it provides a wide range of supply chain and logistics solutions, all backed by people expertise.
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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.
ATLANTA, February 20, 2025 – JAS, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, has successfully completed its acquisition of International Airfreight Associates B.V. ("IAA"), a specialized provider of Air, Ocean and Road Freight services headquartered in the Netherlands. This milestone follows the signing of the Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) announced in December 2024 and marks the official integration of IAA into the JAS network.
"The acquisition of IAA strengthens the JAS global logistics portfolio and access to key markets, particularly in the time-critical perishable goods sector," said Marco Rebuffi, CEO and President of JAS. "We are proud to welcome IAA's talented highly experienced team to JAS and are looking forward to delivering excellent service to our customers together."
Jur de Graaf, Managing Director of International Airfreight Associates, added, "Joining JAS allows us to expand our services globally and continue delivering high-quality logistics solutions for our customers. We are confident that our partnership will create new opportunities for our employees, partners and clients.”
IAA is one of the top 3 IATA forwarders at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with Warehouses and Operations in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. IAA specializes in managing time-sensitive perishable fresh goods and livestock shipments as well as multimodal general cargo.
The acquisition strengthens JAS global service portfolio by enhancing the footprint in the European logistics market and beyond. Together, JAS and IAA teams will drive customer value through expanded service offerings, operational excellence, and an even broader global network.
About JAS
JAS, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, was founded in Milan, Italy, in 1978. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and supported by 7,000+ team members in more than 100 countries, JAS focuses on creating solutions that are innovative, sustainable, and tailored to customer needs. As a privately owned company, JAS is committed to creating opportunities for communities, customers, and colleagues to thrive.
About International Airfreight Associates B.V.
International Airfreight Associates B.V. ("IAA") is a specialized provider of Air, Ocean and Road Freight services headquartered in the Netherlands. With nearly 100 employees and strategic locations and operations including Amsterdam, Aalsmeer, Rotterdam, and Frankfurt, the company specializes in moving fresh perishable goods, livestock and multimodal supply chain solutions for a diverse range of clients.
On January 24, 2025, industry leaders gathered at the Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel to celebrate a year of collaboration with Lufthansa Cargo.
The evening brought together key partners to reflect on past achievements, discuss future opportunities, and recognize outstanding performance across the logistics sector.
JAS Poland had a standout night, earning three awards for exceptional performance in 2024:
The event featured an inspiring speech by Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo AG, and a panel discussion on the evolving landscape of e-commerce. The awards gala was a testament to the strong partnerships and shared success within the industry.
A heartfelt thank you to Lufthansa Cargo for their continued trust and collaboration. Here’s to another year of reaching new heights!
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