- Media Advisory - New, UPS $30-million air and ground hub to connect Calgary
to the world
Local businesses receive enhanced access to international markets through UPS's new state-of-the-art distribution centre
What: UPS is enhancing access for local enterprises to broaden their consumer base beyond Canada's borders with the opening of a state-of-the-art distribution centre at Calgary International Airport (YYC). The $30-million investment has been in the works since 2007 and is set to open this month, contributing to the city's growing transportation and logistics sector. The new facility will provide local businesses with expedient access to UPS air and ground services, allowing for fast, efficient access to overseas and North American markets alike. Representatives of UPS International, UPS Canada, local government and The Calgary Airport Authority will be gathering to celebrate the opening of the new air hub, as well as international trade opportunities for Calgary's businesses. Who: Dan Brutto, President, UPS International Mike Tierney, President, UPS Canada Devinder Shory, MP for Calgary NE Stephan Poirier, Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, The Calgary Airport Authority When: Monday, February, 22, 2010 Customer Arrival & Sign in 11:00 a.m. Formal Ceremonies 11:30 a.m. Media Facility Tour 12:15 p.m. Lunch Buffet & Mingle 12:45 p.m. * One-on-one media interviews to take place prior to 11 a.m. Where: UPS Calgary Airport Facility 22 Aero Drive, NE Calgary, AB T2E 8Z9 * Photo opportunities are available
For further information: or to arrange a one-on-one interview, please contact: Shauna MacDonald, Brookline Public Relations, Inc., t: (403) 538-5645, c: (403) 585-4570, [email protected]
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