Monday 5 August 2024

Celcius Logistics Appoints Top DHL Executives to Spearhead India Operations and Life Sciences & Healthcare Verticals


Their leadership will drive the company's mission to revolutionize the cold chain industry


Mumbai, August 5, 2024: Celcius Logistics, a leading domestic 3PL logistics player providing end-to-end cold-chain solutions, announces the appointment of Ganesh Satam and Yugal K Agrawal to its leadership team as the ‘Chief Business Officer – Life Sciences & Healthcare’ and ‘Chief Business Officer, Operations Pan-India', respectively. Their leadership will be pivotal in advancing the company’s mission to revolutionize the cold chain industry with innovative solutions tailored to meet evolving market demands.

Ganesh brings with him over two decades of extensive experience in supply chain management and logistics operations. Previously, he held key roles at DHL Supply Chain, where he successfully led operations and program management for the LSHC division in both the Western and Eastern regions of the country. Prior to DHL, Ganesh gained valuable experience at ExxonMobil, MSD Pharmaceuticals, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and other esteemed organizations.

Yugal K Agrawal, with over 30 years of experience, has held significant positions in the logistics sector, including his recent role as Head of Transport & ITR at DHL Global Forwarding India. His expertise also includes key roles at CEVA Freight India Pvt. Ltd. and DHL Supply Chain. Yugal’s experience spans across transportation management, regional operations, and business leadership.                              

Ganesh and Yugal have a proven track record of delivering transformative strategies and operational efficiencies in various industries. Their expertise in implementing scalable logistics solutions and driving customer-centric initiatives will play a crucial role in Celcius Logistics’ expansion plans and market leadership in the cold chain segment.

"We are delighted to welcome Ganesh Satam and Yugal K Agrawal to Celcius Logistics as our new Chief Business Officer – Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Chief Business Officer, Operations Pan-India," said Swarup Bose, Founder and CEO of Celcius Logistics. "Ganesh's extensive expertise in supply chain management and Yugal’s vast experience in transportation management will add value to our team as we pursue ambitious growth in the cold chain industry. Their proven leadership and strategic insights will drive our operational excellence and innovation agenda forward, ensuring we continue to deliver superior solutions to our clients. Having them on-board, we are assured this will strengthen our market presence and enhance customer satisfaction, further boosting Celcius Logistics as a leader in end-to-end cold chain solutions."

In their new roles, Ganesh will oversee sales, strategic partnerships, and business development for the entire pharmaceutical, life sciences, and healthcare verticals to further strengthen Celcius Logistics' position as a pioneer in temperature-controlled logistics solutions. Yugal will lead the pan-India operations for the company.

Ganesh Satam, Chief Business Officer - Life Sciences & Healthcare, Celcius Logistics, commented, "It is indeed a pleasure to join Celcius Logistics at such a transformative moment for the cold chain industry. The company is exceptionally established to meet the rising demand for efficient and sustainable cold chain solutions. I look forward to collaborating closely with the team to elevate operational standards and deliver exceptional value to our customers. Together, we aim to pioneer innovations that will redefine temperature-controlled logistics and set new benchmarks in the industry."

Yugal K Agrawal, Chief Business Officer, Operations Pan-India, added, "Joining Celcius Logistics is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of the cold chain sector. I am eager to leverage my experience to drive operational efficiencies and uphold the highest standards in the transportation of pharmaceutical products. Our goal is to ensure that Celcius Logistics continues to lead the market with innovative and reliable solutions."

Ganesh Satam holds a PGDBA in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from Welingkar Institute of Management, along with a Diploma in Software Engineering (Oracle / SQL) from APTECH. Yugal K Agrawal holds a B.COM in Commerce from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and has a distinguished career. Their appointment will strengthen the company’s dedication to delivering innovative and reliable cold chain solutions globally.

About Celcius Logistics:

Founded in response to critical gaps exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Celcius Logistics emerged as an ‘all-in-one-solution’ in India's cold chain industry. Recognizing the urgent need for a robust and efficient cold chain logistics network to address long-standing industry issues, Celcius was established with the vision to build an unbroken cold chain. This includes tackling challenges such as supply shortages, a fragmented market, and demand-supply mismatches across sectors like pharmaceuticals, dairy, fruits & vegetables, seafood & meat, and frozen food.

Celcius Logistics stands out as India's largest network of cold storage and reefer vehicles and is the leading 3PL cold chain solutions provider in the country. The company has its own proprietary technology which includes Transport Management System (TMS), Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Inventory Management System (IMS). Celcius is also the sole platform offering comprehensive solutions for both reefer logistics and cold storage warehousing. This unique approach addresses the inefficiencies and coordination challenges prevalent in India's cold chain sector. The platform was specifically designed to ensure seamless connectivity between manufacturers and transporters, facilitating the smooth movement of essential commodities across the country.

Headquartered in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, Celcius Logistics has quickly garnered recognition for its innovative use of technology. The company's advanced SaaS platforms enable businesses to efficiently manage logistics operations, from booking reefer vehicle loads to securing cold storage spaces, all accessible via desktop or mobile devices. For more information, visit website.

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