Swire Shipping officially returns to Japan with established physical presence

Swire Shipping recently celebrated the opening of its new branch office in Japan. It marked Swire Shipping’s official return to Japan with a physical presence, in recognition of the vast potential of the Japanese market and solidifying its commitment to the country.

In its press release, Swire added: “This follows Swire Shipping’s recent integration of the Westwood brand, creating a unified front for its services in Japan, North America, South Korea, and China.

More than just a symbolic opening, the new Japan branch underscores Swire Shipping’s commitment to offering a seamless and comprehensive experience for its customers across the globe. This presence will also allow Swire Shipping to better serve its Japanese customers, collaborate more effectively by leveraging local expertise, and forge stronger relationships.

During the event, both Jeremy Sutton, Chief Executive Officer of Swire Shipping, and Chris Robertson, Country Manager – Japan, Swire Shipping, took the opportunity to celebrate the company’s legacy and enduring presence in Japan. In their respective speeches, they emphasized the importance of the Japanese market to Swire Shipping and expressed their confidence in the company’s continued success in the country.”