Anton Colpaert , President and CEO at Katoen Natie Thailand , discusses how the logistics company is maximising the value of its services with holistic transformation and a people-led operational focus

K atoen Natie , one of the world ’ s largest international logistics service providers , is resolutely ‘ people first ’ across its global operations . In Thailand , a hub for the company ’ s Asian presence , the focus on both employees and customers runs through the core of the firm ’ s reputation for maximising the value of its services . For Anton Colpaert , President and CEO at Katoen Natie Thailand , the push towards Industry 4.0 is a continuation of the company ’ s longstanding track record of innovation in the market . “ If you look at how we changed the logistical approach in the petrochemical and chemical industry , you can see that we have already been bringing innovation for 25 years ,” he explains . “ We want to make sure that our customers continue to see that we value that continued effort within our company , and that we certainly want to stay ahead in that number one position .” Colpaert adds that digital transformation offers an opportunity to push the boundaries of Katoen Natie ’ s customer-centric ethos .