Cargobase has announced the appointment of Alex van Kampen to lead its Product, Engineering, and Customer Excellence teams. Based in Singapore, van Kampen returns to the company after previously serving as Head of Product from February 2017 to July 2022. His new role will focus on advancing the Cargobase platform, aiming to simplify logistics operations and enhance freight movement efficiency.
Van Kampen’s leadership is set to drive the evolution of Cargobase’s logistics platform, aligning with the company’s #GetShipDone strategy. “Alex helped shape the foundation of the Cargobase platform during a critical growth phase of the company, and we are excited to have him return to lead the next chapter of innovation,” said Wiebe Helder, CEO of Cargobase. His expertise in logistics technology is expected to accelerate the company’s mission to make global freight procurement smarter and more automated.
A significant aspect of van Kampen’s strategy involves integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to automate workflows and provide actionable insights, enabling quicker operational decisions. This initiative aims to deliver a more intuitive user experience with fewer clicks and richer data insights. Additionally, van Kampen will prioritise advancing freight procurement automation, a critical area as companies seek to build resilient and adaptable supply chains amidst global disruptions.
The appointment underscores Cargobase’s commitment to innovation in logistics technology, positioning the company to better respond to evolving market demands and geopolitical challenges.
