Maersk opens its first bonded warehouse in north Vietnam

Operated by Maersk Contract Logistics, this bonded warehouse marks an important milestone for Maersk on its journey of footprint expansion and development in northern Vietnam in the context of increasing import and export demand.

Maersk opens its first bonded warehouse in north Vietnam. Photo: Maersk

Maersk’s bonded warehouse is strategically located in the Haiphong seaport area, along the main logistics axis of the northern region, making it a pivotal logistics hub in north Vietnam’s international transportation network.

The warehouse connects with Maersk’s current fulfilment centre in Haiphong and the upcoming terminal at Lach Huyen port, which is being developed through a strategic partnership between APM Terminals and Hateco.

This connection is expected to strengthen Maersk’s capabilities in providing enhanced storage solutions and operational efficiencies, further streamlining customers’ supply chains and unlocking the local opportunities for growth.

The warehouse is equipped with cutting-edge technology that ensures the efficiency and safety of operations. The interior of the warehouse is standardised with a modern racking system, sorting processes, inventory control, and an automatic barcode system with high accuracy. Additionally, the warehouse prioritises minimising electricity and energy consumption. This includes using spot-shaped skylight panels to maximise natural light, energy-saving LEDs, and installing motion and occupancy sensors in office and public areas.

As the first customer for this new facility, Amazon Vietnam, a cross-border e-commerce service provider, started its operations in October.

Maersk Contract Logistics provides bonded warehouse services, domestic fulfilment, customs procedures, and in-land transportation services. According to Kevin Burrell, area managing director of Maersk Mekong (Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar), Maersk aims to bring the most optimal logistics solutions to its customers.

“We believe that running our own bonded warehouse directly helps us to synchronise processes for our clients. It also improves service quality and cost control. We sincerely thank Amazon for choosing Maersk as a long-term partner in Vietnam and look forward to achieving greater success together,” Burrell said.

Chris Ji, senior manager of GXD Origin Operation, Amazon, shared at the event that the company is thrilled to be celebrating the grand opening of this new warehouse facility in Vietnam.

"Over the past three years, Maersk has embodied the principles of customer obsession and operational excellence, driving remarkable progress for our business. We look forward to the future milestones this facility will enable as we further strengthen our partnership," Ji said.

Maersk has partnered with one of the leading industrial and logistics infrastructure developers in Southeast Asia, SLP, reaffirming its commitment to meeting the comprehensive needs of its customers.

Attending the inauguration ceremony, Edwin Chee, COO of SLP, shared: “We are honoured that Maersk has chosen us as their trusted partner in establishing the first own-licensed bonded warehouse in Northern Vietnam at SLP Park Haiphong. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to providing top-tier logistics solutions. Together, we look forward to driving growth and setting new benchmarks for the industry and the region's development.”

Vietnam is affirming its position as an important logistics hub in the region, with outstanding development in production, import-export, and attracting foreign direct investment. Through this, Maersk has been leveraging its strengths and finding new opportunities to drive success for customers and partners in Vietnam, while contributing positively to the development of the logistics industry and the economy.

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