Transport and logistics provider GEODIS has opened its first owned freight forwarding office in Manila, replacing its previous agency-based model with a direct corporate presence to support rising international trade flows across the country.
Operational Scope and Core Offerings
The new Manila office connects domestic shippers directly into GEODIS’ global transport network, providing localized management and end-to-end supply chain visibility.
Key service capabilities include:
- Air and Ocean Freight Forwarding: Direct multimodal capacity management for import and export trades.
- Industrial Project Logistics: Heavy-lift and specialized transport management for industrial infrastructure.
- Supply Chain Optimization: End-to-end management, customs trade compliance, and operational controls.
Economic Context and Trade Drivers
The expansion aligns with a surge in foreign investment and high-value manufacturing growth across the Philippines:
- Investment Growth: The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) approved PHP 151.9 billion in new and expansion projects during the first seven months of 2026, marking a 67% year-on-year increase.
- Industrial Exports: Approved projects are projected to generate US$5.9 billion in export output, primarily led by the advanced manufacturing and technology sectors.
- External Trade Flows: The expansion follows a record US$218.68 billion in total Philippine external goods trade in 2025, up 8.9% year-on-year.
Executive Commentary
Eric Martin-Neuville, Regional President & CEO, Asia Pacific & Middle East at GEODIS, noted that moving from an agent framework to a directly owned operation gives the company full operational control over service levels while positioning logistics teams directly alongside manufacturing clients operating in the region.
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