MFT
19/11/2013 08:46
GENERAL
REL: 0846 HRS Mainfreight Limited
GENERAL: MFT: Mainfreight Opens Branch in Thailand
Mainfreight investment highlights Thailand as ASEAN logistics hub
BANGKOK, 18 November 2013: Global logistics company Mainfreight, a New
Zealand domiciled and NZX-listed company, has announced plans to open its
first Thailand office for its Air & Ocean global network during the New
Zealand Prime Minister's official visit to Thailand this week.
Mainfreight CEO and Managing Director, Mr Don Braid, says the company has
responded to requests from a number of its multi-national customers urging a
presence in the region.
The Bangkok-headquartered business of Mainfreight Thailand will initially
service Mainfreight's Air & Ocean network, which provides international
logistics for customers from around the world. Nine Thai nationals have been
employed and will be led by national manager, Withanya (Mo) Ceetantivech.
"We expect to double the size of this office during our first twelve months
and to handle in excess of 3000 shipments during its first year," says Mr
Braid.
According to Mr Braid, Thailand is a natural choice for its initial expansion
into the ASEAN region.
"Thailand is perfectly positioned to provide intra-Asia trade growth, as well
as facilitating existing trade within the Mainfreight network. We see
Thailand as a leading economy in the 2015 ASEAN Economic Community."
Mainfreight expects to increase its level of investment in resources and
infrastructure over time to meet the demands of its logistics customers in
the region.
Karen Campbell, New Zealand's Trade Commissioner to Thailand, says it's good
to see New Zealand companies investing into the region. "New Zealand
companies are deepening their relationships in Thailand, and this is a great
example of the commitment New Zealand businesses show to the market."
"We are excited to be established in Thailand," says Mr Braid. "The local
knowledge of our Thai team, supported by our global experience and network,
will provide full supply chain solutions for importers and exporters looking
to trade in Europe, USA, China, Australia and of course, New Zealand."
Over the last 12 years, Mainfreight has been growing its Air & Ocean network
in Asia, with its offices and operations located in Hong Kong, Taiwan,
Singapore and throughout China.
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For further information, please contact:
Don Braid
Group Managing Director
Mainfreight
T: +64 (09) 259 5503
M: +64 (027) 496 1637
E: [email protected]
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