Latest news with #ECUWorldwide
Techday NZ
14-05-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
ECU Worldwide partners with Rackspace for AWS cloud migration
Rackspace Technology has announced its partnership with Allcargo Group's ECU Worldwide to transition global logistics operations to Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure. The collaboration involved ECU Worldwide moving from traditional data centres to AWS to support operations spanning 180 countries. This cloud migration aimed to improve scalability, reinforce disaster recovery, and strengthen security systems across the company's extensive logistics network. ECU Worldwide's revamped digital platform, ECU360, now offers customers real-time shipment tracking, instant booking, and a simplified cargo movement process. These changes form part of a broader digital-first strategy that seeks to streamline customer experiences and standardise compliance in the highly regulated logistics sector. The transformation was structured around four strategic pillars. The first pillar prioritised elevating the customer experience by introducing modernised digital interfaces and streamlining processes from tracking shipments to managing documentation. This allowed clients to interact with a single, unified platform, making processes more efficient and transparent. The second pillar focused on infrastructure modernisation. Transitioning from a network of global data centres to AWS infrastructure has provided ECU Worldwide with the flexibility to scale operations during periods of peak demand, while maintaining a robust approach to security and disaster recovery. The third pillar highlighted workforce development through extensive training programmes and change management initiatives designed to facilitate the adoption of new technology across ECU Worldwide's international operations. These programmes ensured that employees were equipped to use the modernised systems efficiently and adapt to ongoing technological change. The final pillar drew on the expertise of AWS and Rackspace Technology, integrating best practices for cloud migration and ensuring that technological and operational changes were implemented effectively at scale. "We were pleased to be able to assist ECU Worldwide's digital transformation journey by focusing on making operations simpler and more efficient for its global customers," said D K Sinha, President of Public Cloud, Rackspace Technology. "Transitioning to AWS has reinforced system security, ensured stable operations, and enhanced disaster recovery solutions. Our collaboration with ECU Worldwide and AWS will connect the right solutions with industry best practices." Kapil Mahajan, Global Chief Information and Technology Officer of Allcargo Group, commented: "Our cloud migration strategy at ECU Worldwide focused on four pillars: enhancing customer experiences, modernising infrastructure through AWS, enabling our workforce, and leveraging strategic partnerships. This transformation addressed our scalability needs across 180 countries while unifying our compliance approach. It's empowered us to deliver next-generation logistics services with real-time tracking and emerging technologies, positioning us at the forefront of logistics innovation." Following the transformation, ECU Worldwide reports increased operational efficiency and improved responsiveness to market demands. The company has also enhanced business continuity through improved geographic redundancy and the adoption of standardised processes. Through integration with AWS's cloud services, ECU Worldwide has also achieved consistent service delivery across different regions and strengthened compliance with a variety of regulatory frameworks worldwide. The transformation underpins ECU Worldwide's aim to future-proof its infrastructure and keep pace with evolving global logistics demands.
Business Wire
12-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
ECU Worldwide Unveils XLERATE 2.0: Faster Global LCL Service with Expanded US Coverage
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ECU Worldwide, Allcargo Logistics' wholly owned global subsidiary, has launched XLERATE 2.0, setting new industry benchmarks for speed and reliability in global logistics. The service operates via sea routes from major Chinese ports and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Los Angeles, followed by inland distribution to 10 newly added, strategic locations across the United States. This expansion enhances ECU Worldwide's ability to provide expedited delivery times and reliable cargo movement for time-sensitive shipments from Asia to the USA. With this growth, ECU Worldwide has strengthened its network across major U.S. cities, including Seattle, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Denver, Detroit, San Antonio, Charleston, Kansas City, Laredo and San Juan. These expansion increases our network from 20 to 30 locations, further reinforcing ECU Worldwide's delivery services and expanding its reach for customers across the US. ECU Worldwide simplifies pricing with transparent, all-inclusive rates, ensuring no hidden charges or pre-carriage fees for key Asian ports. Offering all-inclusive rate from both China main ports and Ho Chi Minh City customers benefit from clear, predictable costs. Additionally, the Exclusive Priority Service enhances XLERATE shipments with priority handling at these ports including Ho Chi Minh City. This eliminates traditional 2–3 hour waiting periods, ensuring faster, more reliable cargo movement. Commenting on XLERATE 2.0's launch, Niels Nielsen, Regional Head USA & Canada - "XLERATE 2.0 marks a significant leap forward in global logistics. With industry-leading transit times, cargo is available in just 12 days from vessel sailing from Shanghai / Shenzhen & 19 days from Ho Chi Minh City to Los Angeles and final delivery to our expanded network of 30 locations will be completed within 15–25 days. This enhanced geographic coverage, combined with streamlined processes and priority handling, empowers our customers to maintain a competitive edge in their markets while building more resilient supply chains." ECU Worldwide's extensive network spans over 300 offices across 180 countries, operating more than 2400 direct trade lanes. This comprehensive global presence ensures seamless multimodal transport connectivity between manufacturing hubs and fulfilment centres worldwide.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ECU Worldwide Unveils XLERATE 2.0: Faster Global LCL Service with Expanded US Coverage
Introduces single, all-inclusive rate for major Chinese ports MIAMI, May 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ECU Worldwide, Allcargo Logistics' wholly owned global subsidiary, has launched XLERATE 2.0, setting new industry benchmarks for speed and reliability in global logistics. The service operates via sea routes from major Chinese ports and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Los Angeles, followed by inland distribution to 10 newly added, strategic locations across the United States. This expansion enhances ECU Worldwide's ability to provide expedited delivery times and reliable cargo movement for time-sensitive shipments from Asia to the USA. With this growth, ECU Worldwide has strengthened its network across major U.S. cities, including Seattle, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Denver, Detroit, San Antonio, Charleston, Kansas City, Laredo and San Juan. These expansion increases our network from 20 to 30 locations, further reinforcing ECU Worldwide's delivery services and expanding its reach for customers across the US. ECU Worldwide simplifies pricing with transparent, all-inclusive rates, ensuring no hidden charges or pre-carriage fees for key Asian ports. Offering all-inclusive rate from both China main ports and Ho Chi Minh City customers benefit from clear, predictable costs. Additionally, the Exclusive Priority Service enhances XLERATE shipments with priority handling at these ports including Ho Chi Minh City. This eliminates traditional 2–3 hour waiting periods, ensuring faster, more reliable cargo movement. Commenting on XLERATE 2.0's launch, Niels Nielsen, Regional Head USA & Canada - "XLERATE 2.0 marks a significant leap forward in global logistics. With industry-leading transit times, cargo is available in just 12 days from vessel sailing from Shanghai / Shenzhen & 19 days from Ho Chi Minh City to Los Angeles and final delivery to our expanded network of 30 locations will be completed within 15–25 days. This enhanced geographic coverage, combined with streamlined processes and priority handling, empowers our customers to maintain a competitive edge in their markets while building more resilient supply chains." ECU Worldwide's extensive network spans over 300 offices across 180 countries, operating more than 2400 direct trade lanes. This comprehensive global presence ensures seamless multimodal transport connectivity between manufacturing hubs and fulfilment centres worldwide. View source version on Contacts For further details contact pr@
