Despite the challenges of 2024, Airspeed has demonstrated resilience and strategic foresight, achieving significant growth under the leadership of Chairperson and President Rosemarie P. Rafael. The company has reached numerous milestones, marking a year of innovation and excellence. “2024 is an exceptional year for Airspeed—one mind, one heart, one vision,” says Chairperson Rosemarie Rafael. By emphasizing the 6Cs: Character, Commitment, Connectedness, Communication, Culture, and Courage, Airspeed has not only navigated through difficulties but thrived successfully.

Airspeed was founded in 1985 and has evolved from a small logistics company into a global provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions. Starting as an international air freight forwarder, it has broadened its services to encompass sea and land freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing and storage solutions, specialized logistics, and e-commerce fulfillment, showcasing its adaptability through this expansion and the changing needs of its clients and the market. In 2024, Airspeed launched training programs to enhance leadership skills at all levels, fostering continuous personal development and customer-centric service cultures.

As Airspeed celebrates its 40th anniversary, Chairperson and President Rosemarie Rafael reflects on the significant milestones and achievements of the past decades and expresses optimism for the future. “2025 will be a better year for everyone,” she says.

Forwarding Excellence in Business

With the expansion of its fulfillment services and freight forwarding in different Philippine key Philippine cities, new hubs in Parañaque, San Fernando, Pampanga, and Palawan were inaugurated to enhance its service reach and efficiency. The Pinaspeed SME Program, which includes Kahanga-hanga PH, simplifies logistics and expands SMEs’ market reach. The PuDo network further enhances convenience with its pickup and drop-off partners.

In addition to expanding its infrastructure, Airspeed plans to strengthen its support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through tailored programs and services. By leveraging its extensive network and expertise, Airspeed will offer SMEs enhanced e-commerce fulfillment, efficient supply chain management, and comprehensive training programs. These initiatives will empower SMEs to thrive in the digital marketplace, reflecting Airspeed’s commitment to fostering growth and development within the business community.

Forwarding Excellence in Communities

Airspeed’s commitment to community engagement is also evident through its support of programs led by the Women’s Business Council Philippines and local government units (including the Marawi Langkit Festival), which empower women and support cultural initiatives. These efforts provide SMEs with market opportunities, financial resources, and essential training, demonstrating Airspeed’s dedication to fostering growth and development within the SME sector.

Airspeed is committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, implementing eco-friendly practices. The company has invested in hybrid and electric vehicles and adopted efficient supply chain practices, reflecting its commitment to positively impacting the environment and the communities it serves. Recycling packaging materials is also possible by investing in a shredded carton packaging machine in its e-fulfillment centers. As a result of its commitment to sustainability, Airspeed was awarded an EPR membership certificate under PARMS, Inc. in 2024. This membership is a testament to Airspeed’s dedication to reducing plastic waste and promoting recycling practices.

Promoting Excellence in the Industry

With its commitment to excellence, Airspeed has received recognition, such as the Circle of Excellence for Service Company of the Year at the Asia CEO Awards 2024. Chairperson and President Rosemarie Rafael was recognized as a Circle of Excellence for ASIA CEO Woman Leader of the Year 2024. The reputable EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Philippines awards also selected her as one of the eleven outstanding entrepreneurs in the country.

Looking ahead, Airspeed remains committed to its core values and vision, prepared to address new challenges and seize growth opportunities. By establishing new hubs in strategic locations, Airspeed seeks to enhance service reach and deliver seamless logistics solutions to a broader range of clients. This expansion will improve delivery times and operational efficiency, ensuring businesses of all sizes can rely on trustworthy and cost-effective logistics services.

“Hope is what we have, and hope is what will take us to where we want to be. It will help us achieve our goals and navigate the journey. When we embark on this journey together, tayo-tayo, sama-sama, we will embrace everything that comes our way, no matter what happens, as long as we are together. We can Make it Happen!” says Airspeed Chairperson and President Rosemarie P. Rafael. A promising future, innovative growth, and forwarding excellence — this is how Airspeed celebrates its 40th year.

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Airspeed is a corporate logistics company focused in International and Domestic Multimodal Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, Specialized Logistics, Storage Solutions and E-commerce Fulfillment. With its growing network, Airspeed aims to make it happen to all of its stakeholders, as it has for 40 years. Founded in 1985 as an international air freight forwarder, Airspeed is now one of the country’s most trusted and fastest growing logistics brand serving the B2B and B2C market. Airspeed can make it happen for you: Visit www.airspeed.ph, email us at info@airspeed.ph, and follow

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