Expolanka Freight expands its network to Hong Kong and USA
Expolanka Freight Limited recently announced its expansion into two
key markets, as they opened offices at Hong Kong and the USA, cementing
their position as a global freight forwarder with a specialized niche in
the Fashion logistics vertical
With over 1,200 employees, Expolanka Freight is one of the largest
air and ocean freight forwarders, especially in the South Asian region.
While engaged in regular handling of perishables, commodities, telecom
equipment, medical equipment, project cargo, machinery and
pharmaceuticals; the company primarily focuses on servicing the apparel
industry as fashion logistics specialists.
Opening of the Hongkong office (L to R) - Andy Fong,
Managing Director Expofreight (Hong Kong), S.Senthilnathan,
COO Expolanka International, Hanif Yusoof, Group CEO,
Expolanka
Holdings PLC, Chandana Rodrigo, Director, Expolanka Freight
(USA ), Shantanu Nagpal, Head of Strategic Planning and
Business Development, Expolanka Holdings PLC. |
S.Senthilnathan, COO, Expolanka International said "Our movement
across markets has been fuelled as much by our clients' need for us in
those markets, and our entry to the key markets of Hong Kong and the USA
follows the same principle. As a hub of international trade Hong Kong
holds a key position in Asia and it is vital that we be present to
ensure smooth functioning of client requirements.
The USA has emerged as a key market in our fashion logistics
ventures, as we pursue the strategy to service our customers better by
being physically present at those markets"
Expolanka Freight is a prominent IATA agent in Sri Lanka, India,
Bangladesh and Pakistan and have representation in 15 countries, with 45
offices covering Asia, Africa and Middle East, are now in the USA.
Expolanka Freight's success is built on its strong customer service
paradigm characterized by proactive ownership of customers' logistics
needs backed by bold investments in recruitment and retention of quality
human resource and state-of the- art communications technology. The
result is a team of highly motivated, empowered and technically enabled
freight professionals providing a proficient and efficient service to
their clients across different industries.
"We have always believed in serving clients in a personalized manner,
and we have always made it easier for our clients to find us and work
with us. Serving some of the biggest designer labels in the world, we've
emerged as one of the leading freight solutions providers for retail and
fashion" Senthilnathan added.
Expolanka Freights' infrastructure supports multi model
transportation and logistics with Ocean and Air transportation being the
core areas with inland trucking and haulage adding value to customers.
In line with Sri Lanka's vision to be a maritime hub, a state-of-the-art
storage facility with value additions is being built, spending
approximately Rs.600 million during 2012.
This facility will have over 100,000 square feet of warehousing with
high standard delivering energy efficiency and adhering to all health
and safety requirements.
Expolanka Freight stands as a responsible corporate citizen with the
firm belief that sustainable businesses are built with the environment
in mind.
Expolanka Freight was recently awarded a CarbonNeutral Certification
by the Carbon Consulting Company thus making it Sri Lanka's first-ever
CarbonNeutral Freight and Logistics Company, and, one of the first in
Asia.
Expolanka Freight has received various awards presented by world
renowned carriers and consistently commanded an eminent position under
the IATA ranking. |