DHL has announced an investment of $4 million to operate directly from the Colon Free Zone, with special focus on the pharmaceutical, textile and home appliances sectors.

The Logistics company DHL has reactivated its operations directly in the Colon Free Zone with an investment of more than $4 million, confirmed Gilberto Castro, operations manager of DHL Express Panama to Prensa.com.

“… The pharmaceutical sector is the most interesting for the company, followed by household appliances and textiles businesses.’The pharmaceutical industry is positioned for the courier part. Pharmacists are crucial markets for Central and South America and the Caribbean ‘ Castro said. ”

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“… The initial investment of $285,000 includes internal and external refurbishment of infrastructure measuring over 1,500 square meters, the purchase of five vehicles and five motorcycles, human resources and safety equipment. In the new stage in the CFZ will employ 17 people. DHL aims to strengthen the service using a more robust import and export platform; increased road safety and raising productivity. “

Source: Prensa.co