Effective leadership to embrace innovation and pursue ESG excellence through the complexity of logistics

KLN Logistics Group Limited (KLN) demonstrates the importance of robust governance in delivering long-term business success, customer satisfaction and a better future for all.

“This award affirms our team’s dedication to transparency and ethical leadership, further strengthening KLN’s position as a leader in sustainable logistics,” says Vic Cheung, Executive Director and CEO of KLN. A winner of the HKIoD Awards for Director Excellence 2025, Vic adds that the recognition not only instills greater trust among stakeholders but also attracts potential clients and partners who value robust governance.

“Serving as a performance benchmark, the award motivates us to continuously uphold and advance our standards in both sustainability and corporate responsibility, driving our ongoing commitment to excellence,” he explains.

Strategic leadership and solid governance framework

KLN is an Asia-based, global third-party logistics group that offers a broad range of supply chain solutions, from integrated logistics, international freight forwarding (air, ocean, road, rail and multimodal) and e-commerce to industrial project logistics and infrastructure investment.

With a global presence across nearly 60 countries and territories, the group’s diverse infrastructure, extensive coverage in international gateways and local expertise span across the Chinese Mainland, India, Southeast Asia, the CIS, Middle East, LATAM and other locations.

As CEO, Vic works closely with the Board of Directors to ensure that its strategic decisions reflect the company’s mission and core values.

Meanwhile, in his capacity as Chairman of both the Finance Committee and the Risk Management Committee, he provides oversight on financial prudence and enterprise risk, guiding KLN’s financial stability and resilience.

By fostering collaboration across departments and leveraging diverse expertise within the leadership team, he also ensures that KLN remains agile and resilient in the face of shifting industry trends.

Customer-centric approach and a leader in innovation

According to Vic, the heart of KLN lies in its customers. “We are dedicated to providing the highest quality, tailor-made and comprehensive one-stop logistics solutions, always striving to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes with our valued counterparts,” he says.

To this end, the group takes the initiative to introduce innovative technologies, such as integrating AI-driven solutions to optimise supply chain management. This includes the use of AI-powered cameras to monitor and analyse production processes in real time, ensuring precise quality control and significantly reducing the need for manual oversight.

Commitment to sustainability and sustainable growth

Sustainability remains a central focus for KLN as its growth strategy is aligned with its ongoing dedication to environmental stewardship. In 2025, KLN achieved two ESG ratings upgrade, from A to AA in the MSCI ESG Rating and from A to A+ under the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Indexes (2025-2026). This underscores KLN’s unrelenting efforts and exceptional performance in the realm of ESG standards and demonstrates its commitment to responsible business practices.

The group is striving to develop a decarbonised supply chain that contributes to a greener future. For example, under the oversight of the Board, KLN has fulfilled the targets of a sustainability-linked loan. This achievement benefits community welfare while enabling KLN to lower its borrowing costs, resulting in mutually beneficial outcomes.

By proactively identifying potential environmental and social challenges, KLN is well-positioned to address emerging needs and to lead the logistics industry toward a more sustainable and responsible future.