Kuehne+Nagel has appointed Shirley Sharma Paterson as global head of sales, effective August 1, 2025.

The global logistics company said Paterson will report directly to the CEO of Kuehne+Nagel, Stefan Paul. 

Paterson joins Kuehne+Nagel with over 25 years of global experience in the supply chain industry.

She has held several senior leadership roles, most recently serving as the head of Schenker’s Flagship Partner Customer Engagement Program and senior vice president, Global Vertical Market Technology at DB Schenker. 

“We warmly welcome Shirley Sharma Paterson to Kuehne+Nagel. Her extensive customer network in the global supply chain industry will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our global sales organisation to deliver the best-in-class, customer-focused supply chain solutions,” Stefan Paul, CEO of Kuehne+Nagel International AG, said.

By Darren Barton
Asia Cargo News | Hong Kong