Investment paying off – CHC expanding

Less than a year after entering the groupage container market, CHC Container Depot has not only left its mark but is already having to expand. “We have seen exceptional growth since we opened our doors in September last year,” said CHC Resources CEO Reshaan Laljith. “We already passed the breakeven point and we are not yet at capacity – we see more growth in the near future.” According to Laljith, the success of the company, which opened its doors for business at the tail end of a global recession, is due to the huge investment made not just in infrastructure, security and IT systems, but also people. “We have just about doubled our staff in the last six months. It is essential to have the right people on board to drive the growth and to be able to deliver the service to customers. We choose our employees very carefully to make sure we have the right person who will fit in with the CHC ethos and culture. One’s employees are, without doubt, the biggest asset in any organisation.” One such asset, said Laljith, was David Nel, newly appointed sales and operations manager for the company. “He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the company that will help drive our growth strategy forward.” According to Nel, it was an easy decision to join CHC Resources as the vision of the company is one that allows employees to grow. “If one looks at the management team it is one that is young and dynamic. I believe there are many opportunities for me within the group of companies,” he told FTW. According to Laljith, much thought went into the initial strategy for the company ahead of the launch in September last year, but they have exceeded their own expectations.