Develon Opens New Parts Distribution Center in Brazil
Published: 4/3
Develon has opened a new Parts Distribution Center (PDC) for the Brazilian market at Jundiaí, close to the city of São Paulo. The new facility is Develon’s first in South America, and the eleventh worldwide as the company looks to continue its Global PDC Footprint expansion strategy.
In addition to its proximity to Brazil’s largest city, Jundiaí was chosen for its easy access to main airports such as Congonhas, Guarulhos, and Viracopos, as well as the sea port of Santos. Speaking at the opening of the new PDC, Young-cheul Cho, CEO of Develon’s parent company of Develon, said that Brazil offers significant growth potential thanks to its people and natural resources. “Having seen the growing opportunities in this country, we are here today to fulfil our promise made two years ago to our staff and customers to open the new PDC in the country,” Cho said. “That we are here today shows how much our company with the new DEVELON brand is dedicated to the Brazilian market.” The new PDC will play a crucial role in Develon’s expansion in Brazil, ensuring parts are quickly available for customers throughout the country, via the company’s network of dealers. Occupying an area of ??21,400 ft2 (1,988 m2), the new PDC represents an initial facility investment of more than US$2 million, with the goal of establishing an inventory of 12,000 items in 2024 to reduce delivery times by 70%. “I believe we are building a new path together that clearly reflects our unwavering dedication to progress and advance in Brazil,” Cho said. “I promise that we, with our partners and leadership we will overcome any challenges there are together and make a very positive difference here in Brazil.”
