The BASF award: assessing a chemicals logistics partner

Source update

GENLOG editorial · 24 October 2026 · Original advisory date: 2026-10-08

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CMA CGM says it received BASF’s Best Logistics Supplier Partner award in Shanghai on 23 September 2026. Its 8 October article also describes support for BASF’s Zhanjiang project.

Test capability against real scenarios

GENLOG perspective and practical considerations

An award is a useful reference, but provider selection still depends on the cargo. GENLOG suggests asking how the partner handles schedule changes, cross-market coordination and product-specific instructions. Useful evidence includes processes and accountable contacts, not only customer names.

Prepare the shipper’s technical brief

Collect product descriptions, packaging information and relevant technical documents. Qualified specialists should review classification and safety requirements. Agree who approves a changed transport plan and how incidents are escalated before the shipment begins.

Look up ports and carriers

Check port codes and carrier names when preparing your shipment brief.