SEA Newsletter April - June 2016

NEWSLETTER
SOUTH EAST ASIA

MALAYSIA SINGAPORE INDONESIA VIETNAM PHILIPPINES

SOLAS News Release:

regulations effective on 1st July A. hartrodt Singapore
relocated into new
Manila: a. hartrodt Philippines office in German Centre;
Participated The PISM Supplylink 2016 A central location in
Singapore and network
Jakarta: a. hartrodt Indonesia – Charity of 145 German
For Orphanage at Rumah Ramah Sejahtera tenant companies.
Kuala Lumpur: Mr. Nagarajan
Celebrates 10 Years Work Anniversary Singapore: Southeast Asia
Ho Chi Minh: a. hartrodt Korea Exploring Regional Meeting
Potential Connections in Vietnam
APRIL - JUNE 2016
SOLAS
SOLAS regulations effective 1st July 2016
Safety of Life at Sea
The International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Solas Container Weight has amended the Safety of Life at Sea Convention
Verification Requirement (SOLAS) to require, as a condition for loading
a packed container onto a ship for export, that the
container has a verified weight.

SINGAPORE South East Asia - Regional Meeting 2016 (Part 1)

Regional Meeting 2016 (Part 1) was organized in Singapore. The proposed agenda of the Meeting was to
discuss progress made by the countries in the region towards achieving the targets for 2016 and focus in
Oil & Gas industry, as well as to set out future priority actions for the region to achieve. A small introduction by
Mr. Thorsten Drunagel, the Regional Managing Director Southeast Asia, referring to the Solas topic that
was recently effective in July 2016.

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SINGAPORE DODSAL Project (A. Hartrodt Singapore) :
Chemical Injection Package (Non DGR) SINGAPORE to ABU DHABI

Above ¼ million Oil & Gas project was awarded to a. hartrodt Singapore by Wilmax Control Systems Pte Ltd,
one of the leading companies in Asia providing process packages for Oil & Gas, Offshore and Petrochemical
industries.

Prior to the actual loading, Mr. Matias Cheong from the Sales Department also had a chance to meet up previously
with the consignee (Dodsal Engineering & Construction) @ Wilmax Warehouse during the cargo inspection where
the person in charge discussed on the loading/technical issues.

A brief background on the Dodsal Group:
The area diversified multinational conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It operates in the
areas of trading and distribution; engineering, procurement and construction; exploration and production; casual
dining restaurants; and manufacturing.

The shipment was loaded at the facilities of Loyang Offshore Supply Base (A facility which supports offshore oil
and gas exploration and production in the eastern region SIN). a. hartrodt team were there to do the inspection
survey of the OOG Cargo for loading, chocking & lashing to ensure a smooth delivery for their customer which
the responsibilities were done well and much appreciated by the consignee.

Shipment Details: South East Asia Newsletter April - June 2016 | Page 3
Commodity: Chemical Injection Package (Non DGR)
FCL - Special Container
Terms: CFR
Container Type: 35 X 40'FR + 3 X 20'FR
(Total 38 FR / 50O&G SKIDS)
Period: June to September YR 2016
Loading Details on Survey Date 15th June 2016:
3rd Batch Shipment J15-0116-01 - DODSAL Project (A. Hartrodt)
Total: 5 X Chemical Biocide Injection Skid
Dimension as per SKID UNIT
Gross Weight: 5468 KGS, Dimension: 515 X 355 X 360 CM
Total CBM: 56.817
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SINGAPORE Opening Ceremony: a. hartrodt Singapore Announces Its New Office

Office relocation to German Centre, Singapore

a. hartrodt Singapore is pleased Airport
JaktoartaanAniorpuonrtce that the Main office

has moved to below address;

Main office

a. hartrodt (S) logistics pte ltd
25 International Business Park I #02-18/21 I German Centre I Singapore I 609916

Phone (+65) 64 64 56 01 I Fax (+65) 64 64 56 00 I [email protected]

On 20th May 2016, a. hartrodt Singapore has relocated its main office to the German Centre Singapore, located
in the International Business Park (IBP) in the Jurong East District, with good infrastructure facilities and close
proximity to all local amenities. The German Centre is a perfect combination between attractive and flexible
offices in an excellent location with first-hand, professional personal support for dealing with the challenges of
an SME company structure in Singapore. Furthermore, with the German Centre as the address and base of
operations, it benefits of the positive image of “Made in Germany” in Singapore and the region. By this strategic
move, it enables to create a new, interesting and inspiring working environment for all employees.

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The new office marks a new chapter for a. hartrodt
Singapore to develop the business and better-serve
to the customers. The Opening Ceremony was
successfully underwent fun and surprising sessions,
including Ribbon Cutting, Lucky Draw, and delicious
lunch were served with great support from many
important partners from customers, and a. hartrodt
colleagues from Southeast Asia region.

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SINGAPORE Project: Trumpf transport from Singapore to Thailand

As a kick start of a whole program that will involve similar projects in the future with used machines from Singapore
to Thailand, and Myanmar too, the team has executed accordingly:

Due to the over height of 240cm. Staffed it in 1 X 40' OpenTop (OH) Including a box of punching tools and other
equipment. a. hartrodt Singapore team then moved the cargo out from factory to load on vehicle & unloading at
warehouse; vacuum pack main machine & building wooden base + vacuum pack electrical control & control desk
and supply pallet + building of wooden case. Trucking for weighing for VGM was also added according to new
SOLAS implementation (WEF 01St July).

QUANTITY/TYPES DIMENSIONS IN CM NET KG GROSS KG
CONTENTS LXBXH
12.950 KG 13.040 KG
1 on planks machine, 551 x 230 x 238
01 air- / levelling elements To build wooden base
+ vacuum pack

1 pallet To build wooden box inner 684 KG 774 KG
02 table boards + light barriers dimension: 304 x 184 x 87 CM
(LWH)
+ accessories, documentation,
18 tool cartridges, ToPs

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QUANTITY/TYPES DIMENSIONS IN CM NET KG GROSS KG
CONTENTS LXBXH 560 KG 576 KG

03 1 pallet electrical control 130 x 102 x 220
To bring empty pallet &
vacuum pack

04 1 pallet control desk 144 x 70 x 65
To bring empty pallet &
vacuum pack

95 KG 115 KG

05 1 pallet table support 220 x 80 x 54 948 KG 968 KG
06 1 pallet cooling aggregate To build wooden base 117 KG
07 1 pallet-carton spare parts 54 KG
4 pieces Blue Metal Support

71 x 73 x 93cm 80 KG
Already packed on pallet,
we just collect the pallet

1 Pallet Carton With Trumpf Logo

80 x 60 x 96cm
1 carton on pallet already

1 Pallet Carton With Trumpf Logo

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SINGAPORE Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Singapore

“Work hard &
Play Hard.”

Cherry Koh,
Export Executive.
Based in Singapore.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I’m working as an Ocean Export Executive and my responsibilities are taking care of the FCL & LCL export
shipment from Singapore. I have to contact/liaise with customer and oversea agents to understand what’s their
needs and then provide sailing schedule/booking confirmation to arrange transport/ fumigation/export
documentation and some others service that they required.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I’m glad to have a chance to arrange for project cargo/shipment and it has widen my knowledge in Logistics.
I am also being exposed to new challenges with handling customers/transporters in my daily job scopes including
problems solving as well.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
I see myself moving up to a higher level in Logistics Industry maybe as an executive Level etc. I also hope to
be able to explore into the Export Department from other offices all over the world.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
I have a team of supportive colleagues who will together overcome all difficulties/obstacles with me, whenever
I faced at work. Also a knowledgeable superior, whom recognize my efforts and willing to give me more
opportunities to learn new things.

5. How do you balance work & life?
Try not to talk about job after working hours and give some space to my family as well as friends. Always fulfil
the slogan “Work hard & Play Hard” !

6. How supportive is the culture here?
Wonderful team with excellent work spirit between me and my team. We help one another, share knowledge
and cover each other in the absence of each other, makes my job easier and smoother. Colleagues from other
departments are also very helpful whenever I need assistance.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
We are like a big family working together with fun and laughter while releasing stress at the appropriate venues.

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SINGAPORE Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Singapore

"Hard work doesn't guarantee success,
but improves its chances.”

- B.J. Gupta

Elvin Lim,
Import Operations.
Based in Singapore.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I’m working in Import department and responsible to coordinate import shipment. In addition, monitoring some
customer’s warehouse storage for local distribution is also one of my tasks & responsibilities.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I have joined a. hartrodt Singapore about 3 years now, yet can be considered as a fresh one in logistic & freight
forwarder industry. Throughout my working with a. hartrodt, I have gained a lot experience in this field and able
to learn to handle different type of shipments in between, providing a good service to customer and liasing with
key parties of counterpart.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
I hope to learn & grow together with a. hartrodt, provide value towards the company and better service to
customers as well as improving myself to be better.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
The good management, friendly and helpful colleagues, good environment and the satisfaction of knowledge
gained in a. hartrodt.

5. How do you balance work & life?
Although, there is a lot workload in every day, but I manage to arrange my time and able to complete my task
on time. Meanwhile, I also fulfil the time to spend with family members and friends after working hours.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
Overall, the employees are very helpful towards their colleagues whenever they have any work-issue. I can see
that they still build up a good relationship within the team.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
I would say the best about working at a. hartrodt is the people itself, good environment and good culture
among of us.

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MALAYSIA Mr. Nagarajan Celebrates 10 Years Anniversary With A. Hartrodt Malaysia

Within the fasting month of Ramadhan 2016, a. hartrodt Malaysia organized a fruitful event of “buka puasa” with
the colleagues. Along with that, a celebration of Mr. Nagarajan’s long service anniversary juiced up the event,
when Mr. Thorsten Drunagel (Regional Managing Director) announced. Mr. Nagarajan (General Manager), who
had served the company for 10 years, and its the greater part of his career. He also stated with “I’m proud to
be a part of the a.hartrodt – “The Ship is more than the Crew”” on his anniversary speech.

The whole team of a. hartrodt Malaysia congratulates you, and thank you for your hard work and continued loyal
service with the company!

MALAYSIA Project I: PFLNG Mooring-Package 1 - Phase 2 & 4

The vessel clearance and obtain Port Clearance Customer: Alam Swiber Offshore (M) Sdn Bhd
from Customs Authority was handled by the Vessel Crest Odyssey berth at Tanjung Langsat Port, dry jetty 6
Johor team Operation Personnel Mr. Acit, on the11/06/2016 at 1300hrs from Singapore Port.
Mr. Irwan & Ms. Zaidah for the inbound and Vessel depart on the 12/06/2016 at 0800hrs to Bintulu Offshore.
also outbound process. Loading Petronas equipment – purchase from Asiaflex Products Sdn Bhd

Ms. Santhini & Ms. Ashah also guided the Crew on board upon arrival at TLP – 75 pax
clearance handling. Sign on crew – 27 pax
Total crew on board – 102 pax

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MALAYSIA Project: Rental set model routed from Puchong to Bintulu

Route: Sime Darby Industrial, Puchong up to Sime Darby Industrial, Bintulu.
Commodity: 1X40 Flat rack Caterpillar Rental Set Model 3412STA complete with standard attachment.
Weight: 14,000kgs/46.02cbm
Job Activities : Lashing, choking, surveying, delivery empty + pull back laden container, sea freight & delivery up to

consignee door.

MALAYSIA Monthly birthday celebrations

a. hartrodt
Malaysia

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MALAYSIA Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Malaysia

“Learn from yesterday, live for today,
hope for tomorrow. “

The important thing is not to stop questioning.

- inspired by Albert Einstein

Amalina Zainon.
Team Leader, Operation Executive Export
Based in HQ Shah Alam, Malaysia.

1. What are your job functions right now?
As a team leader, I am responsible to ensure that my subordinate staffs have complied with and implement
the mandated work properly. Other than that, I also manage bookings, liaise with customers, truckers, counterparts.
Some of the tasks I will assign to my subordinates. In my team, we solve problems together.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
Here in a. hartrodt, I learn something new and different everyday, a lot of new knowledge obtained and somehow
I felt lucky to have a leader and can also be-called a good friend. Somewhat at first, it was quite difficult to understand
things and the process, but I learn to never give up and try to get up again and determined myself to be successful.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
I hope to be a more successful employee in the future, manage to become a multi tasking person and will
try to improve myself by earning more knowledge, especially in the operations management.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
Independently trust from the supervisor in carrying out a given task and accept to speak out our opinions,
being supportive while giving guidance and never let us alone in solving the problem.

5. How do you balance work & life?
While at work, I will try to reduce the stress from home, in the office and vice versa. But when it comes to family,
they are my priority.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
Support from employers and friends around us, make us more confident in carrying out everyday tasks.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
I want to thank the employer for their trust in me. Here in a. hartrodt Malaysia, you can make jokes with
everybody and even can share the joy and sorrow. Encouragement of success from them, makes me feel
more excited and comfortable to be here.

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MALAYSIA Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Malaysia

“To give real service you must
add something which cannot be bought
or measured with money,
and that is sincerity and integrity.”

- inspired by Don Alden Adams

Victoria Dorasamy.
Team Leader, Sales Coordination
Based in HQ Shah Alam, Malaysia.

1. What are your job functions right now?
My responsibilities are to research & hunt for new potential customers , fix appointments for outdoor sales,
quote for new business & maintain good relationship with all the customers .

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I’ve been with a.hartrodt for 15 years. I started as an import operational staff & been in the sales department
for the past 5 years. I have an excellent learning opportunity and I have developed my skills & experience in
numerous different ways. I have matured as an individual & my experience of working with others, both colleagues
and customers – a.hartrodt has contributed a lot to my interpersonal skills. I am also able to see the bigger
picture & how my role relates to the overall goals of the organization. Having built up a broad range of experience,
I am now much more productive in my role & much better equipped to handle unusual or difficult situations.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
For the next few years, I would like to be in a position where I can be more productive at work & high commitment
to the company. I would like to improve my skills more, and also help to improve the skills of team mates as
well in order to achieve the target of our Sales Dept.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
The management of a.hartrodt has been my inspiration for the past 15 years, which is incomparable until to
date. The guidance which I have received from my mentor Mrs Aida Baharuddin , Mr Joseph Argiridis & my
current Leader, Mr Christian Kirrbach have led me to become a successful person . Secondly, the family
environmental working place gives everyone own freedom to work comfortably specially in the sales team,
we are able to achieve our target & goals in a very special unique way

5. How do you balance work & life?
A good balance in life and work is very important for everyone. I believe in giving full commitment at work every
day . At work place my commitment and focus is 100% and when I come back home my full concentration will
be towards my family.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
The team spirit of each & everyone here has been the most supportive asset to me. Everyone is willing to help
each other immediately when is needed. Most of the days are challenging for me in the Sales Team, but at
the end of the day there’s always something new to learn.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
The best thing to work in an organization for a long term always depends on the working environment! We spend
most of our time in our workplace compared to other places. I really ADORE the working environment at a. hartrodt.
Secondly, there are lots of benefits working in an international freight forwarding company like a. hartrodt which
most companies are not able to provide.

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INDONESIA a. hartrodt Indonesia – Charity for Orphanage

The a. hartrodt family does not only care about its employees, but is also concerned about the well-being of the
community it is active in.

On the holy month of Shawwal, a. hartrodt Indonesia and its personnel showed for another time their social
commitment and donated clothes, food and money for the orphans with the project “Charity for the Orphanage”,
to the Rumah Ramah Sejahtera in Jakarta.

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INDONESIA Andritz Gouda Project in Surabaya

a. hartrodt Surabaya (Indonesia branch) recently handled shipping 1 unit of paddle dryer to Long Beach and
2 units of paddle dryers to Rotterdam, Netherlands. The ports of origin for these shipments were Jakarta and
Surabaya Sea Port.

a.hartrodt Indonesia and Netherlands have been handling this account for more than 10 years, controlled by
a.hartrodt Netherlands. These current projects were the biggest units ordered by the customer; moreover,
3 shipments were executed within 3 months. Hence, this projects gave a new challenge and experience to the
team who successfully managed the shipments.

3 units of paddle dryer consists/requires the following equipments:
3 break bulk cargo shipped via Jakarta
6 x 40ft Plat Form Containers shipped via Jakarta
3 x 40ft Flat Rack shipped via Surabaya
3 x 40ft HQ Open Top shipped via Surabaya
3 x 20ft GP shipped via Surabaya

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INDONESIA Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Indonesia

“Life is learning.
Only if you learn, you can grow.”

Clarashinta Medra Putri,
Pricing Executive.
Based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I am working in the Sales Department. As I do the pricing for the shipments, I deal a lot with numbers.
My responsibility is to prepare the quotations for our customers. I am involved with the pricing for both air and
sea as well as import and export to and from Jakarta.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
About one and a half years ago, I started at a. hartrodt as a sales trainee. Back then, I hardly had any experience
with freight forwarding. During my time here, I did not only learn about important logistic topics like Incoterms,
cargo and quotations, I also gained essential soft skills. One of those is that I feel confident to take responsibilities
in my job.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
Right now, I am very happy with what I am doing. Every day is different and interesting as I need to communicate
with a lot of colleagues to get my job done. On the other hand, as I am still young, I want to explore new things
as well. Whatever opportunity life brings, I am eager to grab it.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
The greatest inspiration is definitely the working environment. As my colleagues always show their confidence
in me, they give me the strength to do something I wasn’t sure I could manage before. This is a great motivation.

5. How do you balance work & life?
I try to deal with work-related issues at work and with private ones at home. Like this, I can stay focused and
concentrate while working and enjoy the free time I spend with my friends and family.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
For me, my colleagues are my second family and we care for each other. Especially at the beginning, I had
a lot of questions. My colleagues took their time to thoroughly explain everything to me. I am very happy that
I found such a warm and welcoming working surrounding for my very first job.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
Actually, I have to highlight two things here. I have a lot of fun working together with my colleagues. Also,
working at a. hartrodt often creates new challenges for me. For my personnel development, I regard it as very
important to be able to learn new things.

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INDONESIA Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Indonesia

“My job is all about employees.
Every day is different because

every person is different.”

Tri Moertiningsih,
Human Resource Executive.
Based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I am working in the HR Department of a. hartrodt Indonesia. Within my job, I update and compile employees’
records. Also, I am in charge of coordinating and planning employees’ activities and other HR projects such
as trainings, meetings and recruitments.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I joined a. hartrodt 18 years ago. First, I started as a cashier in the accounting department, then the management
gave me the chance to join the HR team. Originally an economics major, I was given the opportunity to work
in completely new surroundings.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
My work is about managing human at work and every person is different from every other person. Thus, I learn
new things on a daily basis – even after six years in the HR department. This is why I am very happy with my job.
For the next few years, I hope to further expand my knowledge and continue to give my best for the company.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
My strongest motivation is Mrs. Ratna, Finance Director of a. hartrodt. She’s not only my superior, she is also
a supportive and wise person with a lot of empathy. I have learned a lot from her especially in problem solving.

5. How do you balance work & life?
I try to get my job done no matter how high the workload is. For this, I am given the strength by my lovely family
with whom I spent the largest part of my free time.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
In our team, everybody takes their time to listen to one another. By doing so, we really understand each other
and that’s how we can manage to solve every issue.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
The working environment is amazing. Not only in the management, we have great characteristics here.

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VIETNAM a. hartrodt Korea exploring potential connections in Ho Chi Minh

From left to right, Ms. Lan, Ms. Ngoc, Mrs. Phuong, Mr. Hoang and Mr. Jay

Last June 2016, Mr. Byun (Managing Director) from a. hartrodt Korea, visited Vietnam for the first time. The visit
was together with Mr. Jay (Sales executive), who just recently visited Vietnam early this year. The primary objective
was to explore the potential Korean companies in and around Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi for a better relationship
and to discuss on an upcoming potential project with JSI VINA CORPORATION.

Some facts about the Korea / Vietnam connections.

The Korea-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (FTA) went into effect on December 20, 2015.

Vietnam, with a population of 90 million and a domestic market composed of young consumers, is Korea’s
third-largest export market. The Korea-Vietnam FTA will expand the level of product liberalization, open
the service market and improve the investment environments of both countries.

Vietnam has over 180.000 Korean citizen’s living in Vietnam registering over 3500 companies. With Vietnam’s
proactive trade openness and investment policies, the demand for importing equipment and raw and
subsidiary materials is on the rise. More Korean companies will be able to enter the Vietnamese market
and the export of intermediate goods including parts and materials will also increase.

Big companies such as Samsung, LG or Lotte (just to mention a few) expanded their business and invested in the
past few years.

As per above fact, a. hartrodt Korea and a. hartrodt Vietnam decided to collaborate deeper to develop the business
relationship between these two countries.

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Hung King’s Temple Festival 2016

VIETNAM

Hung Kings Commemoration Day is one of the most important holidays in Vietnam. This major event honours
the Hung Kings. According to historical records and Vietnamese traditions, the Hung Kings were the founders of
Vietnam. Hung Kings Commemoration Day is oriented around the themes of filial piety, ancestor worship, and
patriotism. While this holiday is observed over the course of several days, the most important celebrations occur
on the 10th day of the third lunar month. For many people, Hung Kings Commemoration Day is a joyous occasion
that is centered around traditional Vietnamese culture and values.

History of Hung Kings Commemoration Day
The first Hung King reigned in the Red River Valley of Southeast Asia during the beginning of the Bronze Age.
Since Vietnam was founded this early in history, Hung Kings Commemoration Day has been celebrated in various
ways throughout Vietnam for many years. In 2007, Hung Kings Commemoration Day became an official holiday.
As a public holiday, many Vietnamese people can enjoy some time away from work to honour their nation’s history
with their friends and loved ones.

The first Hùng king was Kinh Dương Vương, who came to power in 2879 BC. He ruled an area covering what
is now North Vietnam and part of Southern China. The area was called Văn Lang and is regarded as the first
nation of the Vietnamese people. Dương Vương founded the Hồng Bàng Dynasty, whose descendants ruled
Vietnam until 258 BC.

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VIETNAM Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Vietnam

“I am only one, but still I am one.
I cannot do everything,
but still I can do something.

I will not refuse to do the something I can do.”

– inspired by Helen Keller

Dung Bui,
Accountant.
Based in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I am responsible in dealing accounts with more figures than other colleagues dealing with. I am an accountant,
I guess that you all can predict the work functions. I am handling daily workflow for a.hartrodt Vietnam.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I am gleeful that a. hartrodt has more than 80 Worldwide networks, and because of that, I have learned to
understand different cultures from one country to another.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
Mastering the lower skills to the highest, to grow up together with the company.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
It’s the working environment where I can find the freedom to learn and share my thoughts.

5. How do you balance work & life?
For me, it is simple. I try to finish the jobs on time and try not to leave the office too late. I fully enjoy with my
family after working hours. Especially when you have a three year old “parrot” is waiting for you at home, you
can see how fast you can recharge yourself after a long, tiring day at work.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
Everyone is friendly and willing to share his/her experience.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
My colleagues are very supportive. I receive many helps and advices from them and also from my managers.
If you have these at work, your working time will not be stressful.

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VIETNAM Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Vietnam

“Stay hungry, Stay foolish”.

– inspired by Steve Jobs

Lan Nguyen,
Customer Service.
Based in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.

1. What are your job functions right now?
Currently, I am taking care of Food & Beverage (F&B) shipments including maintaining current customers,
seeking new customers, sending quotations for freehand and nominated F&B shipment, advising the F&B
handling; updating new customs’ regulation for F&B shipments.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I have worked in a.hartrodt for more than 2 years . I enjoy learning, especially new things on F&B shipments
in a great environment where I must handle several tasks. I am comfortable working independently, but I also
understand that success comes from teamwork. Moreover, I have learned more sales skills from my country
manager, Mr. Michael. All things in a.hartrodt are great to me.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
To become the best employee within the office and advance myself to a higher level in the field.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
All the great assistance, supports and sympathize from all colleagues and everyone is like a family. It’s a great
working environment!

5. How do you balance work & life?
A lot of my friends tend to wake up, shower, and go straight to work. They often complain about having no time
to do anything. For me, I always build downtime in my schedule, when I plan my week, make it a point to
schedule time with my family and friends with some activities that help me recharge.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
The communications are open and effective, as well as clear channels for feedback optimizes the opportunity
for discussion of any issues related.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
I was very impressed and thankful for the professional work environment, through which I have learnt a lot.
In addition, I like the communication style. As for the company, it paid a lot attention on individual development,
including professional improvement and career growth.

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PHILIPPINES PISM's 24th SUPPLYLINK 2016

Each year, a. hartrodt Philippines participate the PISM Supplylink event, a non-profit organization and originally
named the Purchasing Association of the Philippines (PAP).

This year, PISM 24th Supplylink was held last June, with the title of “Transformational Leader: The Prime Mover
for the future Supply Chain”, the biggest International Supply Management Conference and Exhibit PISM at
Mariott Hotel, Manila.

PHILIPPINES Marine And Oil & Gas Held On 4-6 June 2016

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PHILIPPINES Philippines’s Leading Power & Energy Conference

The event of Philippines Power and Electricity Week held from the 19th - 22nd July 2016, attracts a global
gathering of power and electricity decision makers, investors and regulators on a single platform to discuss the
immense opportunities in the Philippines market.
This year’s event features 2 co-located conferences on Renewables and Coal Power, bringing the most
comprehensive overview of the Philippines’ electricity market and the new government’s plans for a sustainable
energy future, while showcasing new projects and investment options.

PHILIPPINES Employees sports event - Bowling Tournament

For the very first time, a. hartrodt Philippines organized their first sports event this year. The actvities took place
at SM Mall of Asia Bowling Centre, Manila last June.
The concept from sports and social acitivites help build the employee engagement and motivation. It supports
employees’ emotional and physical wellbeing.

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PHILIPPINES Company Summer Outing/Team-building

In early April, a. hartrodt Philippines had its team building and company trip to White Rocks, Subic Bay. It was the
best time to get away from the daily grind!

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PHILIPPINES Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Philippines

“Work for a cause,
not for applause.”

– inspired by Helen Keller

Desiree P. Alda,
Customer Service Export.
Based in Manila, Philippines.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I am working as a Customer Service Export for Air & Sea. I handle General Cargo and Food & Beverage (F&B)
commodities, except Oil & Gas and Aviation. Basically, I am in-charge of booking, creation of job files and
encoding of revenues and costs in Cargosoft system.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
I have been here with a. hartrodt Philippines for 15 months now and so far I can say that I learned a lot, especially
on airfreight movement since I only engaged on Seafreight with my previous employer.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
I am hopeful to see myself growing and will be able to boost my knowledge so I can contribute more to the company.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
Seeing everyone here with the positive working attitude and the eagerness to solve a problem in a timely manner.

5. How do you balance work & life?
Some say that “there is life after work” in which a.hartrodt make me believed in this. I am always trying to go
to work on time so I can finish my work at the end of the day to have an adequate time for my family.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
I am lucky to be a part of a.hartrodt family; having a very supportive management and well-experienced
colleagues. They always find the best way, they wanted to work as a team and to win as a team.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
We are a “Family” and this is what I like best with a.hartrodt. Even with our toughest time, we still managed
to smile at the end of the day because of team support. Also, I can see a long-term commitment with a.hartrodt
and it is very important to me as it creates a sense of belonging.

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PHILIPPINES Employees Q&A Interview | a. hartrodt Philippines

“Live As If You Were To Die Tomorrow.
Learn As If You Were To Live Forever.”

– inspired by Mahatma Gandhi

Wilma A. Sales,
Export Manager.
Based in Manila, Philippines.

1. What are your job functions right now?
I am taking care of the day to day activities of Export Department, operational and commercial. It is under my
responsibility to handle our In-house accounts and ensure to maintain and expand the support base we are
getting from them. Part of my job as well to help in the continually developing new market bases for the services
that we carry.

2. What have you experienced/learned working in a. hartrodt?
A lot of things I may say, not only about our industry where you can gain new knowledge almost every day,
but also on realizing as to how we should spend every minute of our time in our work and most importantly,
the value of consistently providing trust and respect in working with our colleagues and clients.

3. What do you see yourself doing in the next few years at a. hartrodt?
I am hoping to see myself over the next few years handling more exciting and challenging tasks with much
expertise and be able to share the experience with my colleagues.

4. What inspires you most about working at a. hartrodt?
Knowing that each day you will be working with a great team, facing every challenge hand in hand with an open
mind and full confidence with of course, having an all out support given by our superiors. Who would not be
inspired to work with a company like ours? :)

Another thing that inspires me most is the given opportunity to meet, interact with new people/client each day,
which is an interest that I also love doing with.

5. How do you balance work & life?
I always believe that balance is the key to everything. I try as much as possible to put a clear line between
my work and personal time. Our bodies and minds can only handle so much work and stress so little relaxation
like eating :D, watching my favorite telenovelas at night and going out with my family and friends every now
and then are some of the simple things that make me happy and an effective ways to recharge my batteries.

6. How supportive is the culture here?
One may immediately feel belonging to a one big happy FAMILY! That is how supportive a. hartrodt Philippines is.
The management always does their best to provide a positive working environment where every staff is ensured
to be given proper training and everyone is being given an equal opportunity to grow and to perform at their best.

7. What you like BEST about working at a. hartrodt?
The inspiration, support and encouragement being shown to each and every one of us make us more motivated
to do our work and go above and beyond so as to ensure that we achieve our goals as ONE TEAM.

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Global Freight Forwarding and Logistics

MALAYSIA SINGAPORE
a. hartrodt (S) logistics pte. Ltd.
a. hartrodt malaysia sdn. bhd. 25 International Business Park,
Wisma a. hartrodt, Unit 10-2, No.2 #02-18/21, German Centre,
Jalan Setia Prima S U13/S Singapore 609916
Setia Alam, Section U13 Phone (+65) 64 64 56 01
40170 Shah Alam, Malaysia Fax (+65) 64 64 56 00
Phone (+60 3) 33 43 90 33 [email protected]
Fax (+60 3) 33 43 70 33
[email protected] *with office in Changi Airport

*with offices in KLIA, Johor, Penang and Kemaman VIETNAM
Labuan & Bintulu a. hartrodt logistics (Vietnam) CO., ltd.
6th Floor, 41A Nguyen Phi Khanh
THAILAND District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Phone (+84 8) 38 20 92 62
Wisma Forwarding Limited (a. hartrodt Thailand) Fax (+84 8) 38 20 40 33
91/14 Soi Anuman Rajdhon [email protected]
Decho Road, Suriyawong
Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand *with office in Vung Tau
Phone (+66 2) 237 07 20 (14 lines auto)
Fax (+66 2) 237 07 34-5 PHILIPPINES
[email protected] (a. hartrodt Philippines)
1288 Batangas St. Barangay San Isidro
INDONESIA Makati City, Philippines 1234
Phone (+63 2) 885 09 71 to 76
PT. Panah Perdana Logisindo Fax (+63 2) 845 01 08
[email protected]
(a. hartrodt Indonesia)
Dipo Tower Building, 15th Floor *with office in Cebu & Clark
Jl. Jend, Gatot Subroto Kav. 51 - 52
10260, Jakarta Pusat, Indonesia
Phone (+62 21) 2986 6160
Fax (+62 21) 2986 6170
[email protected]

*with offices in BSD city, Jakarta Airport, Surabaya, Semarang,
Batam and Balikpapan. Handling agents in Medan and Bali

www.hartrodt.com