As part of CHEP's renewed commitment to quality and service, the global leader in pallet and container pooling services, today named Brian Malloy Chief Customer Officer of CHEP USA. Malloy, who is also Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the US operation, reports to Kevin Shuba, President of CHEP Americas.

In his new role, Malloy adds the responsibility for commercial operations and the customer service organization to his sales and marketing roles. He is based in CHEP's Covington, Kentucky office.

"Brian has been an integral part of our growth in the US, signing dozens of major manufacturers and distributors during his career, has long term senior level relationships with dozens more and is active with industry associations like Grocery Manufacturing Association and Food Marketing Institute. As part of the company's ongoing commitment to quality and service, he now manages all customer-facing activities, which will improve our product offering and the overall CHEP experience," said Shuba.

Malloy plans to focus the sales, marketing and service organization on the customer to ensure the company's financial investment in a quality infrastructure is coordinated with industry requirements.

"These are exciting and challenging times for the US market, with many opportunities for CHEP to enhance the company's value to existing customers and bring productivity and environmental benefits to new ones. Our team is committed to continuous improvement in all areas of the customer experience and delivering innovative solutions to the industries we support," said Malloy.

Prior to joining CHEP in 1994, Malloy managed sales and marketing activities at Roadway Services (now part of FedEx). He holds a BA from Western Illinois University.

About CHEP

CHEP is the global leader in pallet and container pooling services serving many of the world's largest companies. The company has more than 7,000 employees and operates in 45 countries. Combining superior technology and an asset base of more than 300 million pallets and containers, CHEP offers its customers exceptional value, a platform that enables reduction in customer product damage, and an environmentally sustainable logistical solution. Supply chains served include consumer goods, produce, beverage, and the automotive industry. With global partners that include Procter & Gamble, SYSCO, Kellogg's, Kraft, Nestle, Ford and GM, CHEP is known for Handling the World's Most Important Products. Everyday. For more information about CHEP, please visit: www.chep.com.