RANCHO DOMINGUEZ, Calif., April 24, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- UTi Worldwide Inc. (Nasdaq:UTIW) today announced its approved status as a certified member of C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) under the categories of Air Freight Consolidators, Ocean Transportation Intermediaries, Non-Vessel Operating Carriers and Customs Broker As a certified member, UTi qualifies for C-TPAT benefits, including swifter processing of the company's shipments at ports of entry.
C-TPAT is an initiative between the government and the business community to protect global commerce from terrorism. While participation in the program is voluntary, businesses involved in trade are urged to submit a Supply Chain Security Profile with U.S. Customs that includes the company's established supply chain security policies. Once a profile is completed and Customs validates that security measurements contained in the profile are in effect, the business is officially certified and imports by the business may then qualify for expedited release of cargo and/or a reduced number of examinations.
For additional information about UTi's services regarding C-TPAT, please contact the local UTi customs broker office which can be found in the company's website directory at www.go2uti.com.
About UTi Worldwide
UTi Worldwide Inc. is an international, non-asset based supply chain management company providing air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage and other logistics-related services. The company serves a large and diverse base of global and local companies, including customers operating in industries with unique supply chain requirements such as the pharmaceutical, apparel, chemical, automotive and technology industries. The company seeks to use its global network, proprietary information technology systems, relationships with transportation providers and expertise in outsourced logistics services to optimize the operation of its customers' global supply chains.