Profile: Pan Asia Logistics
Asia Outlook profiles Pan Asia Logistics, a preferred air and ocean freight forwarder and logistics partner for many top brands in the East Asian market. Writer Ian Armitage Pan Asia Logistics (PAL) is a preferred air and ocean freight forwarder and logistics partner for many top brands in the East Asian market. It is a "holistic logistics provider", offering a "complete range" of fully integrated logistics services and supply chain solutions" which are efficient, intelligent and cost-effective. "We have been active in the market for ten years and specialise in air and ocean freight, contract logistics and project logistics for infrastructural projects in Southeast Asia," says founder and majority shareholder Christian Bischoff. "We also have a number of complementary added-value services such as customs clearance and storage, distribution management, supply and inventory management, dangerous goods and waste logistics and so on and provide supply chain management as a 3PL and 4PL provider." PAL, he says, "provides highly efficient concepts" which are designed to "optimise" customers' supply chains and "drive value for their businesses." The approach is paying off. The rapidly growing firm recorded a turnover of nearly 100 million euros in 2012 and has over 45 offices in Asia and various agents around the world, all staffed to the highest professional standards. PAL's offices in Asia are linked to this global network and continue to expand living by the mantra, "we go where our customers are". "We started with six people in 2003 and we now employ over 700 staff in Asia Pacific alone," says Bischoff.…
Pan Asia Logistics
Pan Asia Logistics targets Asia growth Asia Outlook profiles Pan Asia Logistics, a preferred air and ocean freight forwarder and logistics partner for many top brands in the East Asian market. Writer Ian Armitage Project manager James Mitchell Pan Asia Logistics (PAL) is a preferred air and ocean freight forwarder and logistics partner for many top brands in the East Asian market. It is a "holistic logistics provider", offering a "complete range" of fully integrated logistics services and supply chain solutions" which are efficient, intelligent and cost-effective. "We have been active in the market for ten years and specialise in air and ocean freight, contract logistics and project logistics for infrastructural projects in Southeast Asia," says founder and majority shareholder Christian Bischoff. "We also have a number of complementary addedvalue services such as customs clearance and storage, distribution management, supply and inventory management, dangerous goods and waste logistics and so on and provide supply chain management as a 3PL and 4PL provider." PAL, he says, "provides highly efficient concepts" which are designed to "optimise" customers' supply chains and "drive value for their businesses." The approach is paying off. The rapidly growing firm recorded a turnover of nearly 100 million euros in 2012 and has over 45 offices in Asia and various agents around the world, all staffed to the highest professional standards. PAL's offices in Asia are linked to this global network and continue to expand living by the mantra, "we go where our customers are". "We started with six people in 2003 and we now…
Bibby Ship Management
Bibby Ship Management opens two new offices Liverpool-based Bibby Ship Management recently announced the opening of two new offices in Singapore and India, bringing the total number of global locations to six. Writer Ian Armitage Project manager James Mitchell UK-based Bibby Ship Management Ltd, part of the Bibby Line Group, provides "a quality assured comprehensive technical management service to the International Marine Industry" its website says. The firm can trace its roots back to more than 200 years. "In a highly competitive environment a dedication to quality brings economic advantages," its website says, adding, "Our adherence to the Quality Management System means that we prioritise the long term interests of our clients. This means acting with foresight and integrity, especially in our primary role as providers of a personalised Ship Management Service. These principles have brought success to several sectors within the Marine Industry, namely but not limited to: Oil, Chemical and Gas Tanker Management; General Cargo ships; Ro-Ro Vessels; Ferries; Cable Layers; Offshore Vessels; Floating Production Storage and Offloading; Floating Storage Unit; Jack Up Rigs; and Floating Accommodation vessels." In early 2013 Bibby Ship Management was "delighted to announce" the opening of two new offices in "key strategic locations across the globe" – Singapore and India. The opening of those new locations brought the total number of global Bibby Ship Management locations to six, ensuring the company is "ideally placed to service the needs of its customers worldwide", it said in a press release. Bibby Ship Management's new office in India is situated in Mumbai.…
Deugro
Continued expansion in Asia for deugro Asia Outlook talks to Sven Hergemoeller, deugro's Regional Vice President for Southeast Asia. Writer Ian Armitage Project manager James Mitchell Founded in Germany in 1924, the deugro Group is one of the world's leading project freight forwarding companies and has completed complicated turnkey logistics contracts on almost every continent. deugro is historically known for project logistics, specialising in turnkey projects and complicated cargo moves to and from major industrial sectors. It is also active in international freight services such as sea freight and airfreight. "We are a global leader in our niche of project logistics and freight forwarding," says Sven Hergemoeller, deugro's Regional Vice President for Southeast Asia. "deugro is a truly global presence but significantly we remain a privately held, family organisation in the third generation. We are highly specialised offering a diversified portfolio of services to a variety of clients located in every corner of the globe. Our company slogan is "Minds over Matter" and our strength and competitive advantage lies in our people – they are our most valuable resource. This, and close working relationships with our clients, distinguishes us from our competitors and provides a platform for future growth, flexibility and superior service." He says deugro takes "the best minds to make the right moves." "Our philosophy is to get the best people in the industry. Our people really do make the difference." deugro has enjoyed substantial growth over the last year and it aims to continue to expand its core business in existing and new…
Deugro
Continued expansion in Asia for deugro Asia Outlook talks to Sven Hergemoeller, deugro's Regional Vice President for Southeast Asia. Writer Ian Armitage Project manager James Mitchell Founded in Germany in 1924, the deugro Group is one of the world's leading project freight forwarding companies and has completed complicated turnkey logistics contracts on almost every continent. deugro is historically known for project logistics, specialising in turnkey projects and complicated cargo moves to and from major industrial sectors. It is also active in international freight services such as sea freight and airfreight. "We are a global leader in our niche of project logistics and freight forwarding," says Sven Hergemoeller, deugro's Regional Vice President for Southeast Asia. "deugro is a truly global presence but significantly we remain a privately held, family organisation in the third generation. We are highly specialised offering a diversified portfolio of services to a variety of clients located in every corner of the globe. Our company slogan is "Minds over Matter" and our strength and competitive advantage lies in our people – they are our most valuable resource. This, and close working relationships with our clients, distinguishes us from our competitors and provides a platform for future growth, flexibility and superior service." He says deugro takes "the best minds to make the right moves." "Our philosophy is to get the best people in the industry. Our people really do make the difference." deugro has enjoyed substantial growth over the last year and it aims to continue to expand its core business in existing and new…
China inflation data shows recovery is weak
China's consumer price index (CPI) dropped dramatically in March official data released today shows, indicating that the recovery in the world's second-largest economy is still weak. The CPI came in at 2.1 percent, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said, down from 3.2 percent in February when prices spiked during the Lunar New Year holiday. A year ago, China was experiencing an annual inflation rate of almost four percent. Food prices remained a leading driver of inflation in March, rising 2.7 percent year on year, although easing from a six percent increase in February. China has set its inflation target for this year of 3.5 percent. Separately, Chinese stocks slumped to their lowest level in 2013 on Monday, following a fresh bird flu scare. Image: © Getty Copyright is owned by Asia Outlook and/or Outlook Publishing. All rights reserved.
Goodman fund acquires stake in Hong Kong port terminal
Sydney-based property fund manager Goodman Group has acquired a 25 percent stake in ATL Logistics Centre Hong Kong (ATL), the world's largest logistics facility. Goodman's Goodman Hong Kong Logistics Fund (GHKLF) acquired the interest in ATL through a co-ownership arrangement with DP World - one of the world's largest terminal operators. It also got an ownership interest in CSX World Terminals Hong Kong. Goodman said the acquisition would further consolidate its position as a leading player in the Greater China market. The co-owners will continue to oversee the management of ATL and the associated container terminal, consistent with the respective expertise of both parties. The transaction will be primarily funded via a $300 million targeted equity raising by the logistics fund, which has been fully subscribed by its existing investors. Goodman's Managing Director Greater China, Mr Philip Pearce said: "The transaction cements Goodman's position as a leading player in the Greater China logistics property market. ATL further enhances Goodman's ability to service its global customers across the region and combined with our development pipeline of more than four million sqm in China, Goodman is well positioned to take advantage of opportunities stemming from the continued economic growth in this key market." ATL is a 13 storey, ramp up logistics facility, constructed in five phases between 1984 and 1994. With a lettable area of 552,000 sqm, it is the world's largest logistics building. The facility is currently 98 percent leased to 60 customers. Goodman's Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Greg Goodman said: "We are delighted with the…
