Whale Logistics Group, Thailand’s leading integrated logistics provider, is enhancing its efficiency and operational expertise while expanding its service capabilities comprehensively. This includes developing a new free zone warehouse, expanding additional warehouse areas, and developing sustainability with green logistics operations. These initiatives are part of Whale’s commitment to responding to market changes and supporting customers’ needs in every industry, a commitment recognized with the ‘Professional Logistics Provider’ award.

Whale offers various comprehensive logistics services, such as warehouse and container yard services, free zone warehousing services, freight forwarding and customs clearance services, and land transportation services by truck. The company operates with a team of specialized and experienced professionals committed to delivering comprehensive and efficient services and supporting import-export procedures, focusing on professionalism and customer satisfaction.

Despite consistent success, Whale continues to enhance its capabilities and scope of services to align with market changes and meet the evolving needs of each customer, especially in warehousing and free zone warehousing services.

Logistics Manager had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Teerachit Sonchaeng, Chief Executive Officer, and Mr. Artit Teepakornsukkasem, Executive Director of Whale Logistics Group, about their customer service guidelines, business expansion plans, capability enhancements, and vision for responding to current industry challenges.

One-Stop Logistics Expertise

As an integrated logistics provider, Whale provides various logistics services for domestic and international customers, such as rental warehousing services (general and free zone), distribution center services, transportation services, freight forwarding and customs clearance services, and IT solutions for logistics operations.

“Currently, Whale has more than 2,020,000 sqm of warehouse and container yard areas, including general warehouses, reefer warehouses, packaging areas, and free zone warehouses and container yards, located in Laem Chabang and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), the significant strategic areas of Thailand.” said Mr. Sonchaeng.

“Our warehouses and container yards are distinguished by international standard management systems and efficient operational equipment, such as more than 120 trolleys and forklifts, including a Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure all operations are efficient, correct, accurate, time-efficient, and safe,” Mr. Teepakornsukkasem added.

The company’s IT team designed and developed the WMS system specifically for warehouse management. It is integrated with other operating systems like the Transportation Management System (TMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, further enhancing service efficiency. These systems reflect Whale’s professionalism and readiness to develop efficiency, especially in warehousing, container yard services, and free zone warehousing, where Whale is recognized as a crucial provider in Thailand.

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– Mr. Teerachit Sonchaeng, Chief Executive Officer, Whale Logistics Group –

Whale Free Zone 8

Free zone warehousing plays a significant role in import and export industries due to its legal benefits, which can crucially support overall operations.

“Whale’s free zone warehousing service benefits from our experience, expertise, and global standards. Our services are operated by a professional team with specialized knowledge in customs clearance regulations, law, marketing, and warehouse operations,” Mr. Sonchaeng explained.

Whale recently opened a new free zone warehouse named “Whale Free Zone 8” in the Laem Chabang area, with a total area of 14,954 sqm, including 2,541 sqm of storage area and racks capable of holding 2,739 pallets.

“Whale Free Zone 8 is not only our latest but also our most distinguished free zone warehouse. It can accommodate CFS, FCL, and LCL cargoes and features a comprehensive warehouse management system, ensuring efficient cargo rotation,” said Mr. Sonchaeng about the new facility’s capabilities.

“Whale Free Zone 8 is also committed to providing value-added services, including consultation on national imports, cargo storage, packaging, and labeling, along with support for import-export procedures to every destination,” Mr. Teepakornsukkasem added.

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– Mr. Artit Teepakornsukkasem, Executive Director, Whale Logistics Group –

Green Logistics

Whale prioritizes the environment and sustainability through its Green Logistics project. This initiative focuses on decreasing carbon emissions, saving energy, adapting technology, and reinforcing efficient procedures.

“Whale is committed to operating with the environment in mind, decreasing pollution emissions, and promoting sustainability,” Mr. Sonchaeng revealed.

“To achieve our goal of Green Logistics operation, Whale has implemented comprehensive agendas in various services, including using Green Construction equipment, building warehouses under Green Warehouse standards, installing solar cells, and expanding our EV truck fleet,” Mr. Teepakornsukkasem added. “We are also seeking CFO (Carbon Footprint for Organization) certification, aligning with our commitment to decreasing carbon emissions during operation.”

Expanding Capabilities

In response to increasing demand for logistics services, Whale has set a goal to expand its warehouse and container yard to more than 1,220,000 sqm by 2026.

“We are also committed to enhancing our cargo capacity and warehouse efficiency to align with customer demand, supporting their import-export operations,” Mr. Sonchaeng revealed.

Trust Whale

Whale’s continuous focus on capability enhancement and service quality reflects its customer-centric business approach.

“Our expert team is steadfast in the Whale Trust principle, which is the foundation of our organization’s operation. We are committed to providing efficient services and proper consultation, benefiting all stakeholders,” Mr. Sonchaeng described.

“Devotion to customer demands, as embodied in the Whale Trust principle, is Whale’s main strength. We are grateful for the trust our customers place in us and will continue to enhance capabilities and service quality to meet their various demands, supporting them in every industry to advance globally,” Mr. Sonchaeng concluded.

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