RedCargo and GD Express announce new regional partnership
Photo Caption (L-R): RedCargo Logistics Legal Manager Ahmad Al-Hady Bin Abdul Razak, RedCargo Logistics Head of Global Sales Muhamad Hidayat Bin Rahim, RedCargo Logistics CEO Pete Chareonwongsak, GDEX Managing Director and Group CEO Teong Teck Lean, GDEX Executive Director and CFO Lim Chee Seong, GDEX COO Chong Hui Chuen, RedCargo Logistics Key Accounts Manager Nor Fadzilah Binti Mohd Noor
SEPANG, 29 March 2019 - RedCargo Logistics, the cargo and logistics platform of AirAsia, has announced a strategic partnership with Malaysia’s leading express delivery provider, GD Express (GDEX).
The new partnership provides GDEX customers with access to AirAsia’s extensive network, meaning goods are able to be transported and delivered efficiently on more than 5,000 weekly flights across Asia Pacific.
In order to build a loyal customer base, RedCargo Logistics will also be provided with opportunities to explore last-mile capabilities as part of the new partnership.
RedCargo Logistics CEO Pete Chareonwongsak said, “E-commerce growth in Asean is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. We will continue to align with regional partners that believe in growing and developing alongside us.
“As a homegrown Malaysian brand, GDEX recognises the true value of e-commerce fulfilment in the region, and the role RedCargo Logistics plays in the value chain. I’d like to thank Mr Teong and his team for believing in our ability to disrupt the logistics space.”
GDEX CEO Teong Teck Lean said, “Our ambition is to become one of the foremost regional express companies in Asean. To do that, we believe it is crucial to choose the best partners in the market who can help us achieve this goal.
“We are therefore proud to have the opportunity to work alongside RedCargo Logistics, with its singular focus on customer satisfaction and flexibility, to improve our connectivity. I would like to thank Mr Pete Chareonwongsak, the CEO of RedCargo Logistics, who has partnered with us to serve the community together.”
The partnership between RedCargo Logistics and GD Express begins on 1 April 2019.
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About GD Express Sdn Bhd
GD Express Sdn Bhd (GDSB) is a fast growing express carrier company in Malaysia, a wholly owned subsidiary company of GD Express Carrier Bhd (GDEX). Incorporated in 1997, GDSB provides express services for both domestic and international markets, and offers a wide range of logistical solutions that include both conventional express delivery services and customised logistics solutions.
About GD Express Carrier Bhd
GD Express Carrier Bhd (GDEX) was listed in Bursa Malaysia in 2005. GDEX has ambitions to build a regional networks in South East Asia. The Group is building its network and access in Indonesia via investment in PT Satria Antaran Prima which was listed in Jakarta Stock Exchange in October 2018. GDEX regional network in South East Asia will enhance the trade access within ASEAN countries which should benefit millions of businesses and people within the community
About RedCargo
Incorporated in March 2018, RedCargo Logistics is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AirAsia Group Berhad. RedCargo Logistics is the exclusive provider of cargo capacity for AirAsia and AirAsia X airlines and is transforming the way air cargo is managed, sold and transported across Southeast Asia. For more information please visit redcargo.asia