In brief
Swift Haulage Berhad says it has opened an eco-friendly warehouse and haulage office in Westport, Selangor, and signed an integrated logistics services agreement with Sharp Electronics Malaysia. The agreement covers warehousing, storage and handling. Swift says its new warehouse has 269,000 square feet of capacity, while its combined warehousing space across Malaysia’s Northern, Central and Southern regions is approximately 1.6 million square feet. The company reports that the facility has solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems and has received certification from Green Business Certification Inc. Swift also cited energy and water conservation results and the use of construction materials with lower embodied carbon. Its new haulage office includes a workshop for vehicle and tyre maintenance. The company says its Westport haulage division handles more than 6,000 containers a month.
Key takeaways
- Swift opened an eco-friendly warehouse and haulage office in Westport, Selangor.
- The agreement with Sharp Electronics Malaysia covers warehousing, storage and handling services.
- Swift says the warehouse has 269,000 square feet of capacity and space for 11,544 pallets.
- The company reported energy and water conservation results and lower embodied carbon in construction materials.
SELANGOR, February 20, 2024 -- SWIFT HAULAGE BERHAD (“Swift” or “Group”), Malaysia’s largest haulier and leading integrated logistics service provider, announced the official launch of its Eco-Friendly Warehouse and Haulage office in Westport, and the signing of an Integrated Logistics Services Agreement with Sharp Electronics (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd for the provision of warehousing, storage, and handling services.
Swift recognises the critical importance of warehousing as a key business vertical that complements and enhances their logistics service offerings. Underpinning its integrated logistics approach, Swift has and continues to strategically expand its footprint across the Northern, Central, and Southern Regions of Malaysia, which currently has approximately 1.6 million square feet of combined warehousing space.
Swift’s new warehouse is strategically located just 5.5 kilometres from Westport, 25 kilometres from Northport Industrial Park, and 74 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, boasting unparalleled connectivity to major ports, ensuring the efficient and seamless transportation of goods.
Featuring a warehouse capacity of 269,000 square feet and 26 loading bays, the new facility is equipped to handle the most demanding logistics needs of clients. With a storage capacity of 11,544 pallets and a floor storage capacity of 169,000 square feet, ample space is provided for the storage and distribution of goods.
Most notably, the new eco-friendly warehouse has been certified by Green Business Certification Inc. by World Bank Group, attesting to Swift’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The warehouse has achieved significant milestones in energy conservation, with a remarkable 100% reduction in energy consumption, and water conservation, achieving savings of 49%. Moreover, materials with 23% less embodied carbon have been utilized in its construction.
The new warehouse is fully equipped with solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems that will allow Swift to apply for green certifications. This is in line with Swift’s sustainability goals and the newly launched Green Logistics Division. These eco-friendly features not only reduce the Group’s carbon footprint but also cater to the needs and support the sustainability goals of its clients.
Additionally, Swift is also launching a new haulage office, covering an area of 8,000 square feet, complemented by a workshop spanning over 10,000 square feet which will features 10 bays dedicated to prime mover repair and maintenance and a bay for tyre maintenance services. This state-of-the-art maintenance facility ensures that Swift’s fleet remains in top condition, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of its logistics operations.
Swift’s haulage division serves as the backbone of the Group, providing the essential infrastructure necessary for the company’s extensive reach and enviable position in the industry. The westport haulage division has been in operations since 2016 and consistently executes over 6,000 containers a month, has a staging capacity of 400 TEUs equipped with two (2) laden stacker, and serves more than 100 clients from a diverse group of industries.
Swift Group CEO Statement
Mr. Loo Yong Hui, Group CEO of Swift Haulage Berhad, commented: “We are thrilled to come on board as the logistics partner for Sharp Electronics Malaysia, a renowned name in the electronics industry. This agreement underscores Swift’s expertise in providing comprehensive logistics solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. Backed by the capabilities of the Green Logistics Division, our eco-friendly warehouses and our commitment to service quality and reliability, we are well-positioned to support Sharp Electronics Malaysia’s logistics requirements efficiently and effectively. Together, I am confident that we will forge a long and fruitful working relationship in the years to come.”
“Looking back, the journey began with forwarding and haulage services, providing Sharp with reliable and efficient transportation solutions. Swift then expanded its services to include door-to-door delivery across East Malaysia and as the partnership continued to flourish, Swift extended its reach to facilitate cross-border trucking from Thailand. Today, the collaboration has expanded even further, with Swift providing warehousing solutions and beyond, demonstrating the depth of trust and confidence between the two companies.”
“With the addition of this new eco-friendly Westport warehouse, our capacity increases to 1.6 million square feet across the Northern, Central, and Southern Regions of Malaysia. More importantly, our warehouses are all strategically positioned to ensure maximum efficiency for our customers. This strategic positioning not only facilitates smoother logistics operations but also enables us to provide faster and more cost-effective solutions to our clients.”
“Most importantly and in line with Swift’s sustainability goals and our newly launched Green Logistics Division, our new warehouse is fully equipped with solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems. These eco-friendly features not only reduce our carbon footprint but also cater to the needs of our clients and support their sustainability goals.”
“I am also very proud that our new eco-friendly warehouse has been certified by Green Business Certification Inc. by World Bank Group, attesting to our commitment to environmental responsibility. The warehouse has achieved significant milestones in energy conservation, with a remarkable 100% reduction in energy consumption, and water conservation, achieving savings of 49%. Moreover, materials with 23% less embodied carbon have been utilized in its construction.”
Sharp Electronics Malaysia MD Statement
Mr. Ting Yang Chung, Managing Director of Sharp Electronics Malaysia, commented:
“In today’s dynamic business landscape, collaboration with Swift is crucial for prioritizing warehouse optimization to sustain a competitive edge. Integrated warehouse management systems (WMS) act as a comprehensive solution, seamlessly integrating technologies, software, and processes to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and maximize productivity, covering efficient inventory management, improved order fulfilment, scalability, flexibility, and enhanced compliance and traceability.”
“Leveraging Sharp’s extensive logistics equipment and solutions from Japan, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and AI logistic solutions, we can introduce cutting-edge smart logistics solutions to Malaysia, fostering the development of our logistics business.”
“By strategically aligning with Swift, we aim to elevate the future of our corporation, enhancing both dealer and customer experiences through premium Consumer Electronics (CE) installation and service solutions in Malaysia.”
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Questions around this news
What services will Swift provide to Sharp Electronics Malaysia?
Under the agreement announced on February 20, 2024, Swift will provide warehousing, storage and handling services. The release also describes an existing relationship that grew from forwarding and haulage to door-to-door delivery in East Malaysia and cross-border trucking from Thailand, and says the collaboration has now expanded to include warehousing solutions.
What features does Swift’s new Westport warehouse have?
The facility has a stated capacity of 269,000 square feet, 26 loading bays, storage for 11,544 pallets and 169,000 square feet of floor storage. It is equipped with solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems. The release also reports energy-consumption reduction, water savings and lower embodied carbon in construction materials.
What is a warehouse management system (WMS)?
A warehouse management system is software used to coordinate and track activities inside a warehouse. It can support processes such as receiving goods, managing inventory locations, picking and packing orders, and preparing shipments. Systems may connect with other business technologies to provide visibility into stock and warehouse operations.
What are automated guided vehicles (AGVs) used for in logistics?
Automated guided vehicles are mobile machines that move materials along planned routes in places such as warehouses and factories. They can transport items between work areas or support material handling tasks. Depending on their design, they may navigate using markers, sensors, maps or other guidance systems, and can be integrated with warehouse software.
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