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Molson Coors, recognized as 2023's Shipper of Choice, excels in supply chain management, shipping 13M barrels of beverages annually.
Molson Coors, a multinational beverage and brewing company, has been recognized as a Shipper of Choice for 2023 by FreightWaves for its efforts to keep its vast supply chain flexible and efficient. The company, which operates breweries globally, ships about 13 million barrels of beer and other beverages annually, partnering with over 7,000 transportation providers. CEO Gavin Hattersley attributed their effective supply chain management to strategic decisions, including the expansion of their supplier base, which helped accommodate increasing consumer demand and respond swiftly to potential changes in supply.
Former CEO of MoLo Solutions, Andrew Silver, commented on FreightWave's LinkedIn post:
Source: FreightWaves
Molson Coors was chosen as a Shipper of Choice, an award that recognizes retailers and distributors that value their carrier relationships. The award is presented in partnership with TriumphPay. https://t.co/DmWOyoQ45Z
— FreightWaves (@FreightWaves) July 26, 2023
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