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. â2024 is an exceptional year for
Airspeedâone mind, one heart, one vision,â 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. â2025 will be a better year for everyone,â
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
SMEsâ 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 Airspeedâs commitment to fostering
growth and development within the business community.
Forwarding Excellence in Communities
Airspeedâs
commitment to community engagement is also evident through its support of
programs led by the Womenâs 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 Airspeedâs
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
Airspeedâs 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.
âHope 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!â says Airspeed
Chairperson and President Rosemarie P. Rafael. A promising future, innovative
growth, and forwarding excellence â 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 countryâs 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
www.facebook.com/Airspeedgroupofcompanies
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