Ford Australia has signed a three-year charter to take Cido Shipping’s 2,600 ceu car carrier Grand Quest.
. The ship will ply routes from Ford’s Thailand manufacturing centres to customers in Australia and New Zealand.
“We are investing significantly in tackling the ongoing supply chain issues head-on, with a focus on ensuring customer cars are delivered as quickly as possible,” said Andrew Birkic, president and CEO, Ford Australia and New Zealand.
“In a time of great logistical uncertainty, taking the initiative to lease our own ship gives Ford the ability to determine shipping routes and volumes by port, allowing us greater control in very challenging conditions,” added Iris Moreno, vehicle logistics manager, Ford Australia.
