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merQbiz selects C.H. Robinson as exclusive logistics provider for recovered paper e-commerce platform

Partnership to add enhanced freight capacity, real-time pricing and powerful supply chain network to online platform

merQbiz, an online marketplace for the buying and selling of recovered paper (RCP), has announced a collaboration with C.H. Robinson, a leading global third-party logistics provider (3PL), to bring unmatched freight capacity, competitive real-time pricing and a powerful supply chain network to the platform. The collaboration leverages the deep market knowledge and digital expertise of both companies to enhance the RCP transaction experience.

"This collaboration is a natural fit, as C.H. Robinson continues to digitize and optimize supply chains. It enables merQbiz customers to seamlessly access C.H. Robinson's unmatched contract carrier network and secure transportation at a competitive price"

"The integrated logistics solution is a game-changer for the industry," said John Fox, CEO of merQbiz. "C.H. Robinson's capabilities are a perfect complement to the merQbiz digital platform. Together, we aim to provide unmatched logistics capacity, increased options and real value for our customers."

merQbiz and C.H. Robinson aim to address the day-to-day challenges facing the $30 billion RCP industry by streamlining, automating and bringing transparency to the buying and selling process.

merQbiz, launched in early 2017 as a joint venture of Voith and Boston Consulting Group Digital Ventures, connects buyers and sellers of recovered paper in a marketplace that drives efficiency and business results by providing transformative digital solutions. The platform gives buyers and sellers the ability to directly network with one another and access timely and reliable information about the supply and demand of RCP.

"This collaboration is a natural fit, as C.H. Robinson continues to digitize and optimize supply chains. It enables merQbiz customers to seamlessly access C.H. Robinson's unmatched contract carrier network and secure transportation at a competitive price," said Chris O'Brien, chief commercial officer for C.H. Robinson. "Together with the merQbiz online marketplace, we are bringing both our supply chain and technology expertise to drive change and digital innovation in the RCP industry. The collaboration also enables us to better serve an industry where we already have a significant footprint."

The logistics feature is now live and available on the merQbiz platform. www.merqbiz.com.

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