Case Study: Kuehne + Nagel achieves faster supplier payments while extending payment terms with Tradeshift Supply Chain Finance

Kuehne + Nagel - Customer Case Study

Kuehne + Nagel, a global logistics firm, faced a growing cash-flow challenge when customers pushed out payment terms and the company had to extend its own terms — putting smaller suppliers at risk. To prevent supplier disruption while protecting working capital, the Group Treasury sought a fast, convenient supply chain finance solution that wouldn’t force suppliers to change processes.

They deployed Tradeshift’s award-winning Supply Chain Finance on top of their existing e‑invoicing platform and partnered with Citi for funding, letting suppliers opt in for early payment without switching systems. The program consolidated supplier data, delivered quick access to cash, and is now live in 14 countries with over 300 suppliers onboarded, with plans to expand further.

Kuehne + Nagel

Roger Sutter

Group Treasurer