CFL Logistics Trinidad celebrated the establishment of its regional office at Atlantic Plaza, Point Lisas Industrial Estate on Thursday.
CFL (Consolidated Freight Lines) is a leading provider of international freight forwarding and logistics solutions throughout the Caribbean and global markets. It is now transitioning its operations and representation in Trinidad and Tobago to its subsidiary, CFL Logistics Trinidad.
The company’s CEO, David Ross, noted that the importance of the Trinidad and Tobago market.
“The country has an established industrial base, a significant energy industry, a strong regional presence and a very important role in connecting the Caribbean with international markets. We see considerable opportunities to support traditional commercial trade as well as specialised logistics requirements in the energy, oil and gas, industrial and project cargo sectors.”
He said the decision to establish CFL Logistics Trinidad was a strategic move.
“We see Trinidad and this office as a key part of our further development in the Eastern Caribbean and in the Guianas region. CFL Logistics Trinidad is a regional office not just for the local Trinidad market, but it will extend its management and commercial activities throughout the Eastern Caribbean and Guianas.”
Chief Commercial Officer Gino Valencia said CFL Logistics is committed to the T&T market, as he listed a range of its services.
“Our full array of logistics services, like ocean, air, warehousing, LCL, brokerage and the list goes on, we’re thrilled to be assisting our partners, our customers grow and continuing to connect Trinidad with the world. I think that’s important. This market is so valuable, so important to us and has so much to offer.”
Its Regional General Manager, Reynaldo Motilal, said the office’s presence represents the beginning of a great opportunity for Trinidad and Tobago.