Interview with Paul Petrovski, the Managing Director of Globalia’s founder member in Sydney

“The most rewarding aspect of becoming a Globalia member has been the great partnerships and friendships we have made which has helped us grow our business.”

On the occassion of Globalia’s 5th Anniversary, we did an interview with Mr. Paul Petrovski, the Managing Director of PCFS Logistics, Globalia member in Sydney, Australia. As one of Globalia’s founder members, who has been with us for more than 5 years, Mr. Petrovski is in the perfect position to talk about the strong points of the network and how it promotes the all round growth of the member companies. In this interview, Mr. Petrovsky, tells us about his experience at Globalia, how his company has consolidated its operations in the last 5 years, the advantages of Globalia’s Annual Meetings and much more.

Q. In general, how has been your experience in Globalia network during all these years?

A. Our experience with Globalia has been a good one. We have developed a number of strong business relationships over these years and have found that most of the members are very nice and pleasant to deal with.

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Paul Petrovski, Managing Director of PCFS Logistics

Q. How has Globalia helped your company grow in the last 5 years?

A. Globalia has helped PCFS connect with a number of agents that we probably would never have come across if not for the network. Most importantly, we have developed strong business relationships with our partners through the conferences over the years.

Q. Would you suggest your peers in the industry to join our network? If so, could you explain why?

A. I would recommend Globalia to any agent out there looking for a great team. Globalia members always make sure to go out of their way to help you. Moreover, Globalia’s strict selection criteria ensure that only quality agents get to join the network.
Q. Has the Globalia team been able to help you with all the issues you faced within the network?

A. To be honest we have not encountered any issues with any of the agents in the Globalia network over the 5 years we have been members.

Q. Tell us a little bit about your experiences at Globalia’s Annual Meetings?

A. We have enjoyed the Annual Meetings and the locations and the ambience were fantastic. Besides meeting the owners, or people in top level managerial positions of our partners’ companies, we also forged many new friendships that last still today.

Q. Do you think attending the meeting has helped you in expanding your business?

A. Yes the meeting has definitely helped us get new projects. There is nothing better than the face-to-face meetings. Obviously, the last two years were different due to COVID when we had to shift to a virtual platform. However, everything went good taking into account the situation. I look forward to meeting my partners face to face very soon. I look forward to meeting my partners face to face very soon.

Globalia has helped PCFS connect with a number of agents that we probably would never have come across if not for the network. Most importantly, we have developed  strong business relationships with our partners through the conferences over the years.

Q. Are you happy with the online tools we make available at your disposal?

A. Yes, the website is very user-friendly and provides a lot of info both about the members and about the industry in general.

Q. Have you attended the demo of FreightViewer? If so, what is your opinion about the potential of this software?

A. I had an opportunity to sit in a demo during the last face-to-face meeting in Abu Dhabi. The presentation was very informative, and I think this useful software has revolutionized the traditional way of doing business.

Q. What do you think is the most rewarding aspect of becoming a Globalia member?

A. The most rewarding aspect of becoming a Globalia member has been the great partnerships and friendships we have made. This has greatly helped us to grow our business.

 

Globalia Sydney continued its growth in 2019 with the enhancement of scope and scale of their services and investments in digitization

The opening of a new warehouse facility and the implementation of complex supply chain solutions have been the key to this expansion

PCFS Logistics, Globalia member in Sydney, Australia, has expanded its domestic and international activities and made considerable investments in technology to grow substantially. The key to this achievement has been the opening of a new integrated warehouse and distribution centre, complementing the company’s flagship headquarters in Sydney.

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PCFS continues its success in the implementation of complex supply chain solutions, offering comprehensive concepts encompassing transport, warehousing & storage, product management, and distribution. All their in-house hubs are approved & certified for the handling and distribution of a range of goods and products – including food products (HACCP) & dangerous goods & chemicals. This enables PCFS to present bespoke solutions to a broad client base.

In the words of Mr. Paul Petrovski, the Managing Director of PCFS Logistics, “With 2020 presenting a unique and challenging environment, PCFS is positioned to withstand these unprecedented times and ensure a continuity of service to support our clients and Globalia partners. We are committed to the expansion of our company as well as the Globalia group by setting new standards in terms of customer service, safety and efficiency.”

Congratulations to PCFS Logistics and wishing them the very best for their future endeavours!