An update from Asian Tigers Indonesia
Dear Valued Agents and Partners, We would like to inform you of an important update from Indonesian Customs regarding changes to import regulations, which will take effect starting June 27, 2025.
The Indonesian Government, through the Ministry of Finance, has issued a new regulation concerning the importation of Household Goods shipments.
PRESS RELEASE
Strengthening Our Commitment to Workplace Safety and Service Excellence
Jakarta, Indonesia – Asian Tigers Indonesia is proud to officially announce the successful achievement of the ISO 45001:2018 certification, a globally recognized standard for occupational health and safety management systems. This accomplishment marks a major milestone in our ongoing efforts to create a safer, healthier, and more professional working environment for all employees.
Dear Clients and Partners,
As you may have seen in the news, today, June 13, 2025, Israel launched a major military operation—“Operation Rising Lion”—targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites. The situation is still unfolding, and with the weekend now underway, we want to share a brief update regarding current conditions and operational status.
Air Travel – Ben Gurion Airport
Ben Gurion Airport is currently closed to all civilian air traffic, both inbound and outbound. While Israeli media reports suggest the closure may last three to four days, no official reopening timeline has been confirmed. We expect to receive further clarity in the coming days.
Daily Life & Safety Guidelines
The Israel Home Front Command has issued emergency directives across the country. Schools are closed, and access to workplaces is limited to essential services only, including healthcare, food supply, and utility providers. Residents are advised to remain in proximity to protected shelters, prepare emergency essentials, and limit non-essential movement. All hospitals and emergency rooms remain fully operational and accessible.
Shipping & Freight Operations
Our operations continue under the framework of an essential service provider, and our teams will remain active. That said, we may experience occasional disruptions. Air freight is also delayed due to the airport closure.
Relocation Services
Local relocation services and on-the-ground support remain available. We are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
Should you have any questions or require assistance, Ocean’s management remains fully accessible. Please see our contact information below.
Daniel Drenger: +972 523 69 19 12 | Eran Drenger: +972 523 69 19 11
We appreciate your understanding and ongoing cooperation during this time.
Warm regards,
Daniel
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
It is no secret, we are going through challenging times.
Fortunately, our team is all well, but concerned about the situation.
We continue to operate as usual, including packouts and deliveries. Our in-house Customs Brokers are clearing shipments, although Customs itself is working with a skeleton crew.
**Please note: we are fully booked through the end of July and are not able to reschedule / delay packouts
Sea ports continue to provide service and vessels continue to come to port, although some skipped Ashdod and Haifa over the weekend. Vessels with hazmat are not allowed in the port and they are off loading hazmat containers, prior to arrival in Israel.
Airports are closed for all commercial flights and may remain closed until the end of the week.
Due to the situation, please anticipate delays and extra storage charges, although we will do our best to limit them as much as possible.
Best Regards,
Shmuel Mantinband
VP Sales & Marketing
The Moving Company in New Zealand has announced its sponsorship of Save the Kiwi, a leading conservation charity dedicated to protecting New Zealand’s most iconic native bird. As a sponsor, the company is helping to ensure the survival of the kiwi for generations to come. Save the Kiwi is the only national charity dedicated solely to protecting New Zealand’s beloved kiwi. Their mission is simple but powerful: to grow kiwi populations and return them to safe places in the wild, where they can live and thrive without the threat of predators.
Through the development of predator-free habitats, partnership with iwi (the indigenous Māori society), and a network of passionate volunteers, Save the Kiwi has helped give thousands of kiwis a fighting chance. There are currently fewer than 70,000 kiwis left in the wild and their numbers declining. A spokesperson for The Moving Company said that the company is proud to sponsor Save the Kiwi. “As a New Zealand-owned and operated business with a strong connection to our heritage, we’re passionate about supporting initiatives that make a real impact. Our sponsorship directly supports kiwi conservation projects and contributes to long-term goals of increasing kiwi numbers and returning them to the wild. We’re excited to be taking part in meaningful, future-focused work that aligns with our company values and our connection to New Zealand.”
The Moving Company has its own kiwi (called MC), aligned with its sponsorship, seen hatching in the photo. The company will track the growth of MC through to its release into a predator free sanctuary for kiwis.
Photo: MC hatching
New Zealand Van Lines has announced that it has achieved Toitū carbon reduce certification — a first for the New Zealand moving industry. The company said that the achievement reflected its long-term commitment to sustainability, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and building a more responsible future for the moving and storage industry. “This certification reinforces our leadership and demonstrates to our customers and partners that we are serious about the role we play in addressing climate change,” said Karlene van Zyl, the company’s Marketing Manager. Toitū Envirocare is New Zealand’s leading environmental certification provider, trusted by businesses committed to meaningful climate action. Their carbon reduce programme, based on ISO 14064-1 — the international standard for greenhouse gas emissions measurement and reduction — provides a science-backed framework to monitor and lower climate impact. “With Toitū’s independent verification, our customers can be confident that our sustainability efforts are real, measurable, and aligned with global best practices,” said Karlene.
Achieving certification required a detailed audit of the NZVL operations — including fleet fuel consumption, electricity use, logistics, and waste management systems. Establishing this baseline allowed the company to set clear, long-term emission reduction goals. These have included: upgrading to energy-efficient systems and technologies; reducing fuel use; optimising logistics to minimise unnecessary emissions; and personnel training in sustainable practices.
In the future the company also intends to: expand the use of electric vehicles; make smarter use of energy; and improve waste reduction and recycling systems.
Gosselin, headquartered in Belgium, has announced that it has acquired Doree Bonner International Group in the United Kingdom.
The acquisition is part of Gosselin’s strategy to consolidate and strengthen the company’s position in the important market of the United Kingdom, together with its pan-European presence. With 11 branch locations in the country, Doree Bonner has established itself as one of the largest moving services providers, with a strong reputation in local, long-distance, international, office and commercial, and storage services. This adds to Gosselin’s presence in the market, having initially entered in 2017 with its acquisition of DT Moving which it subsequently rebranded to Gosselin in 2020.
To maintain the history of success and leadership continuity at Doree Bonner, Managing Director, Jason Herbert, and Finance Director UK, Simon Norrington will become shareholders of Gosselin Mobility UK Ltd and will manage the existing Gosselin operation in the United Kingdom in addition to their ongoing management of the Doree Bonner Group. Geoff Watson will also continue his active role in representing and supporting Jason and the business. Gordon Lyall will continue to provide part-time support to Jason and the UK Board over the coming years, ensuring continuity and strategic guidance.
“The acquisition of Doree Bonner is not only an investment in growing our market share in international removals, but also an investment into a strong diversification of our UK business,” said Marcel Jörg, Chief Executive Officer of Gosselin Moving. “Doree Bonner has built a healthy mix between different revenue streams and removal types which made it very successful.”
“Our interest was triggered because Doree Bonner is an asset-based organisation with trucks and teams on the ground and we see opportunities to expand the diversified business segments they operate into several of our other branches,” added Marc Smet, CEO of the Gosselin Group.
Co-founders of Doree Bonner, Geoff Watson and Gordon Lyall said, “We are delighted to be a part of the Gosselin Group. The transaction strengthens the company for the future and provides further opportunities for growth and for our loyal and energetic team, as part of such a well-respected European brand.”
“Joining the Gosselin family is an immensely proud moment for our Company and all its employees,” said Jason Herbert Managing Director UK. “It is a major compliment to our whole team that their hard work and the strong financial performance, resulted in Gosselin identifying DBI as the company to help grow its UK business across both brands.”
The Doree Bonner International Group was established in 1994 but its origins date way back to 1929 when Bonners was founded and then acquired by Dorees Removals in 1953. It employs 180 people who generate sales of £19 million. Its Head Office is in Dartford Kent.
Photo: Doree Bonner truck
Metropolitan Group in Brazil has announced the appointment of Guilherme Garcia as the company’s Business Development Director.