Robert P. Frei

Background

About Robert P. Frei

With more than thirty years of experience leading international logistics and air freight, I've had the privilege of shaping the industry's evolution. From senior roles at leading freight forwarding companies to my position as COO at Panalpina Group, I've consistently driven innovation and growth.Currently, I lead freight forwarding operations, product development, procurement, and pricing for international ocean and air freight at DP World Logistics. I'm committed to leveraging my extensive experience and network to execute our company's strategy and drive positive change within the industry.At Panalpina Group, I spearheaded global air freight product and procurement for two decades with great teams. Additional roles involved developing corporate strategy, executing M&A, and pioneering new markets and products to secure our position as a global leader.My expertise extends beyond operational logistics. I'm passionate about leveraging data analytics to optimize the freight forwarding industry, and I played a key role in creating the only financial market-compliant air freight index. I've also gained valuable insights through board positions at Luxair and GF-X Ltd, a joint venture between major airlines and freight forwarders.I'm equally passionate about contributing to organizations beyond logistics. As a board member at Heart Force AG, a mHealth company, I apply my problem-solving skills and people-focused leadership to make a difference in healthcare.My career has spanned the U.K, Hong Kong, Switzerland, and the U.A.E, with extensive travel across global markets, enriching my understanding of the complexities of the global supply chain. I hold a Swiss Federal certified marketing degree and have further honed my leadership through executive programs at Columbia University, Cranfield University, and IMD.