Swedish Industrial Leader Nord-Lock Group Establishes Strategic APAC Hub in Malaysia

^{The official opening ceremony for Nord-Lock Group Regional Distribution Centre for APAC Region.
From left to right: Andreas Maile, Global Business Development Director, Nord-Lock, Nord-Lock Group; Graham Souter, Vice President, Head of BU Nord-Lock, Nord-Lock Group; Niklas Wiberg, Ambassador of Sweden to Malaysia; Fakhrul Azhar Tajudin, CEO of Northport (Malaysia) Bhd; Norbert Hentschel, APAC Regional Managing Director, Nord-Lock, Nord-Lock Group}


 

• New APAC distribution centre in Malaysia set to cut regional supply chain times by more than 50%
• Strategically located RDC to reduce carbon emissions as Nord-Lock Group aims to decarbonise the company’s industries through implementation of energy efficiency

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Nord-Lock Group, the global leader in advanced bolting solutions for infrastructure, energy, and manufacturing sectors, today unveiled its new Regional Distribution Centre (RDC) at North Port, Selangor. The facility represents a strategic investment in Malaysia's logistics infrastructure and is expected to reduce delivery times for essential industrial components across Asia-Pacific markets by more than 50%. 

The strategically positioned facility was officially opened by the Swedish Ambassador to Malaysia, H.E. Niklas Wiberg., alongside Northport CEO Fakhrul Azhar bin Tajudin and Graham Souter - Vice President, Head of BU Nord-Lock from Nord-Lock Group Headquarters in Sweden.  

Despite its compact 539-square-metre footprint, the high-efficiency distribution centre incorporates advanced automation systems that increase the handling capacity of conventional warehouses significantly. The facility will process shipments of precision components for various industries including renewable energy, automotive manufacturing, and critical infrastructure projects across Asia-Pacific countries. 

"This facility represents the future of specialised industrial logistics – where strategic location and technological sophistication matter more than sheer size," said Graham Souter, Vice President, Head of BU Nord-Lock. " From this hub based in Northport, we can now deliver critical components to the Asia-Pacific region with unprecedented speed—enhancing our service capabilities, significantly reducing turnaround times, and empowering our customers with the efficiency they need to excel in today's fast-paced market.” 
 
Sustainability and Customer Satisfaction at the Core 

A key driver behind the new distribution centre is Nord-Lock Group's comprehensive sustainability strategy. By establishing this regional hub, the company expects to reduce air freight shipments by 25 times monthly while enabling more efficient sea and ground transportation options. 

"This distribution centre represents the cornerstone of our sustainability commitment across the Asia-Pacific region," emphasised Graham. "By significantly reducing our dependence on air freight and optimising our logistics network, we're simultaneously decreasing our carbon footprint whilst enhancing delivery reliability and offering more competitive pricing to our valued customers."

The facility embodies Nord-Lock Group's comprehensive approach to environmental stewardship, featuring cutting-edge sustainable operations including electric vehicle forklifts, recycled wooden pallets, and eco-friendly packing materials sourced from recycled content. These initiatives, coupled with the dramatic reduction in carbon emissions from minimised shipments from Sweden, position the distribution centre as a model of operational excellence with sustainability at its core.

The strategically located facility will substantially reduce delivery times for customers throughout the region, markedly improving service levels and customer satisfaction. Moreover, the streamlined logistics network is projected to deliver significant reductions in overall delivery costs—efficiencies that will bolster Nord-Lock's operational performance while enabling more competitive pricing structures for clients across the Asia-Pacific market.
 
Strategic Investment in Malaysia's Future 

The investment comes as Malaysia's construction, transportation and manufacturing industries expands by 20.2%, 10.7% and 4.6% year-on-year, with growth in requiring specialized and reliable components such as advanced bolting systems. 

"Nord-Lock Group, with its renowned engineering expertise, as a global leader in bolting solutions with operations in over 25 countries, brings valuable innovation and efficiency into the region’s supply chain," said Fakhrul Azhar bin Tajudin, Chief Executive Officer of Northport. "The commencement of Nord-Lock Group's tenancy in January 2025 not only marks an exciting chapter for Nord-Lock in Asia, but also represents a significant development for Northport as we continue to grow as a leading regional logistics hub. With our strategic location, excellent connectivity, and integrated port and logistics services, we are confident that Northport Distripark will serve as a strong foundation to support Nord-Lock Group’s ambitions across Asia-Pacific region.” 

"Nord-Lock Group's decision to establish this new distribution centre in Malaysia is a testament to the country’s strategic importance in the region," said H.E Niklas Wiberg, Ambassador of Sweden to Malaysia. "Given Malaysia’s strategic role as a regional hub in ASEAN, especially in its capacity as ASEAN Chair this year, this opening comes at a highly relevant time. The new distribution centre will create local jobs, economic opportunities, and facilitate knowledge transfer and upskilling, further enhancing Malaysia’s position in the region. It will also highlight Swedish companies, benefitting both our countries.”

“We are particularly excited about this expansion because of Nord Lock Group’s long-term dedication to sustainability and green technology. Nord-Lock Group’s initiatives, such as the Science Based Target Initiative, aims to align their greenhouse gas emissions with the levels stipulated in the UN Paris Agreement. Additionally, its involvement in innovations such as green steel production, which significantly reduces the environmental impact of steel manufacturing,” H.E Niklas Wiberg enthused.

The Nord-Lock Group facility is expected to support over 5,000 shipments/year capability through Malaysia, contributing to the country's position as a high-value logistics hub. 

About Nord-Lock Group (www.nord-lock.com) 
In 1982, Nord-Lock Group developed the original Nord-Lock wedge-locking technology that safely secures bolted joints. Since then, our range of innovative bolting technologies and expertise has grown to be the most comprehensive on the market, incorporating Superbolt mechanical tensioners, Boltight hydraulic tensioners and Expander System pivot pins. Owned by Swedish investment group Latour, Nord-Lock Group is on a mission to safeguard human lives and customer investments. 

SOURCE: Nord-Lock Group

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