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HONDA HAS NEW HUB TO BETTER SERVICE DEALERS

With the stated goal being to expedite delivery to its dealers, American Honda teamed up with global logistics leader Maersk to open a 150,000-square-foot distribution center in Phoenix, Arizona. The new facility is set to support Honda’s powersports division, strengthening Honda’s ability to serve its Southwestern dealers. Honda had formerly serviced the Southwestern U.S. from its Los Angeles facilities.

“Phoenix offers us excellent proximity to our dealer network, which enhances our ability to serve customers more efficiently,” notes John Stevens, Director of Powersports Sales Operations at American Honda. “Maersk’s deep knowledge of our business and rapid execution in establishing the new location has helped us drive forward on key aspects of our regional business strategy.”

The Maersk Contract Logistics Team activated operations at the Phoenix site within just 90 days of the December 2023 contract award. The fast activation included locating the facility, finalizing the lease, and taking delivery of initial stock. The facility commenced operations in March 2024. The distribution-center staff provides a range of value-added services, including coordination of distribution to Honda’s regional dealer network, return management, light assembly and quality control.

“We’re privileged to support Honda’s growth in an expanding market,” adds Jeff Kellan, Maersk North American Head of Contract Logistics. “Our distribution centers are a key node in the global chain of services we’re able to provide to Honda, from ocean shipping and landside transportation to contract logistics. We look forward to honoring the relationship we’ve built over the years through reliable execution of services and delivering exceptional value, day in and day out, for years to come.”

The Phoenix distribution center is Maersk’s third facility actively supporting Honda’s needs. In 2011, Maersk established facilities in Shreveport, Louisiana, followed by Kansas City, Missouri, in 2020.

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