Metropolitan Group in Brazil has announced the appointment of Guilherme Garcia as the company’s Business Development Director.
Check before shipping to Myanmar
Dear Partners and Colleagues,
On Friday, March 28, at approximately 1:15 PM, a powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 magnitude struck central Myanmar. The tremor, which lasted an unusually long 4 to 5 minutes, was deeply unsettling, particularly in Yangon, where intense shaking was felt. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries or structural damages in Yangon. However, the already unstable power grid has been further affected, leaving many residents with only 2 to 4 hours of electricity per day—an immense challenge given the current high temperatures.
Mechels Verhuisbedrijf becomes part of the Gosselin Group
Gosselin Group in Belgium has announced that on 25 March 2025 it acquired Mechels Verhuisbedrijf after CEO Marc Smet and the family Van Rompay reached an agreement. All employees and assets will be incorporated in the International Moving Division of the Gosselin Group.
Queensland and NSW flooding update
Ray Beard from Nuss Relocations in Australia has provided an update on the situation in northern New South Wales and Queensland following the recent cyclone.
Global in Portugal acquires Starmuseum fine art
Global International Relocation in Portugal has announced the acquisition of Starmuseum, a well-known company in the fine art logistics sector. The company said that this strategic move marks the beginning of a new chapter, combining strengths and expertise, to offer a more robust and globally connected service to its clients.
Invictus opens in Madeira
Invictus Relocation in Portugal has opened a new facility on the Portuguese island of Madeira to serve its increasing number of customers wishing to make their home there.
Bliss joins OMNI
Francesco Argirò is the CEO and President of The Bliss Corporation Group in Italy. As his company joins OMNI (Overseas Moving Network International), he reflects on the development of his company and his reasons for joining the organisation.
Bliss has been going for 17 years. Francesco started it in 2008 with his brothers, Giulio and Andrea. He had already gained experience in the industry working with DTM Italy, a moving company owned by his father Giuliano. Francesco started as an International Coordinator and progressed to running the company’s Quality Management and road transport services. When DTM stopped trading, Francesco, and his brothers, took the opportunity to start their own enterprise.
Santa Fe Hong Kong, rejoins OMNI
An interview with the company’s general manager, Patrick Groth
On 1 January 2025, Santa Fe Hong Kong rejoined OMNI (Overseas Moving Network International), strengthening its global network and reaffirming its commitment to delivering high-quality relocation services. Patrick Groth, general manager for Hong Kong and Taiwan, shares his perspective on the market’s evolution and why this was the right time to reconnect with one of the industry’s most established networks.
Asian Tigers Indonesia email compromised
Bill Lloyd, Managing Director of Asian Tigers Indonesia, has advised that the company’s email server appears to have been compromised triggering automatic security measures to mitigate any risks.
Bill said that his company is working closely with its email provider to investigate and resolve the issue. As a precaution, the email system will remain offline until its full security and functionality can be restored.
Please do not respond to any emails from @asiantigers-indonesia.com until further notice.
For urgent matters, please contact Asian Tigers Indonesia via WhatsApp on the following numbers:
Shipments:
📌 Ms. Audrey Anastasia (Sales Manager) – +62 811-1711-343
📌 Mr. Chandra Maurits (Senior Manager – Operations & Compliance) – +62 811-1711-317
📌 Ms. Sylvia Nurman (Traffic Supervisor) – +62 811-1907-0114
Invoices & Payment:
📌 Ms. Diah Ekawati (Finance Manager) – +62 811-9206-448
For any further concerns, please contact Bill directly via WhatsApp at +62 811-822-649.
More information soon.
Alfa appoints new MDs for Norway & Finland
Alfa Mobility has announced that it has expanded the leadership roles of Per Vallbo (left) and Mats Otterstedt. Per will now serve as managing director for Norway, alongside his current role as MD for Denmark. Mats has taken on the role as Managing Director for Finland, in addition to his responsibilities as MD for Sweden.