Customer News

DKSH (Thailand) Limited, Nurturing a Fruitful Long-Term Partnership with WHA Logistics

Defining itself a market expansion services provider, DKSH – for Diethelm KellerSiberHegner – was founded in 1865. Although the Group’s headquarters is in Zurich, DKSH has been active since its inception across the Asia Pacific region, including Thailand where it has been present since 1906. With nearly 11,000 employees, DKSH Thailand is today the largest country operation of the Group, providing tailormade services that cover the whole value chain, from sourcing, market analysis and research, marketing, sales, distribution, logistics, to after-sales services of a diversified range of products. In Thailand, it currently serves 480 multinational and local companies through its four specialized business units, namely consumer goods (including luxury and lifestyle products), healthcare, performance materials, and technology.

A long-time client of WHA Logistics, DKSH Thailand occupies a total area of nearly 200,000 sq.m. across seven WHA warehouses and distribution centers, mainly located in Bangna KM. 19–23 for its consumer goods and healthcare business units. As one of WHA Logistics’ advantages, these Built-To-Suit (BTS) warehouses comprise both ambient and multi-temperature facilities, depending on the nature of stored products.

Mr. Neil McCann, Vice President, Supply Chain Management Thailand, joined the company four years ago. Under his responsibility and coordination, 2,100 employees ensure the smooth operations of DKSH Thailand’s whole supply chain. “Throughout the years, WHA Logistics evolved from being a mere warehouse owner to becoming more of a strategic partner, helping our company develop its operations,” he says.

“To drive the supply chain of such a dynamic and ever-developing company like DKSH Thailand requires adaptability and flexibility from our logistics partners,” he continues. “This is why we just sat down with WHA Logistics’ team to discuss strategic actions and explore longer term leases that will accompany and support our medium-term development plans. We will also collaborate to improve the working environment and ensure the safety of our employees in our warehouses and distribution centers,” he said.

From its current distribution centers, DKSH Thailand is well-equipped to serve its numerous clients in Bangkok and its vicinity. Anticipating the growing demand on a nationwide basis, the two partners are now discussing further developments upcountry, especially in the Northern and Eastern regions. “Thanks to the continuous dedication and serviceminded backing of their team, we foresee a mutually-beneficial business partnership with WHA Logistics for years to come,” he concluded.

Contact Information:
Mr. Neil McCann
Vice President, Supply Chain Management
DKSH (Thailand) Limited