Daijiworld Media Network - Business Desk

Dubai, Jun 16 : Merit freight Systems, a trusted and popular name in shipping, clearing and forwarding and logistics, has turned 15 years on Sunday June 16.

Joseph Mathias, the man behind the successful venture, who hails from Mangalore, not only possesses entrepreneurial skills but is also known in society for his charity work as well as for rendering his service in the  entertainment field.

Over the recent years, Dubai has become one of the busiest destinations of the world for trade and industry. With the high volumes of cargo movement in and around Dubai it indeed speaks of the magnanimity of the trade that Dubai is involved in. To necessity to handle the shipments and cargo transactions gave rise to mushrooming of Freight Forwarders and Cargo Agents. This Merit Freight Systems Co LLC was started in 1997 in Dubai.

Merit Freight Systems Co LLC has the motto of giving its customers, the most reliable, cost effective and prompt services. Their satisfaction lies in the trust and confidence of their customers. Handling transactions all over the world, they have earned a name of repute and reliability over the years.

Joseph Mathias has kept up the momentum of success, expanding his presence in Mangalore too by establishing a logistic centre near Mangalore Airport in May 2008 and later opening a city office in Mangalore in October 2010.

Following the announcement of air cargo services at Mangalore International Airport, Merit Frieght has already began its air cargo operation.

Container shipment to Mangalore: Merit freight was one of first forwarding agencies to start container shipment to Mangalore port. Now the Dubai - Mangalore operation has become a hit and thousands of Mangalore-bound people have taken the benefit from this faciltiy.

Joseph Mathias has not restricted himself with just business but has always reached out to the people who are in need. He was one of instrumental figures in Dubai to promote Konkani actvities in the UAE as well as back home. He has supported all kinds of musical nites, dramas, and other programmes through sponsorship. He has also supported Tulu and Kannada events in the UAE.

A talented singer, Joseph has rendered his voice in several Konkani and Tulu musical albums and musical nites.

His wife Flavia Mathias supports him in his company as part of the management. The couple is blessed with two daughters.

Speaking to daijiworld, Joseph Mathias credited his success to his dedicated staff and clients, who he said helped him to climb the ladder of success. He believes in caring and sharing whatever almighty has provided him with in the form of wealth. "I find happiness in caring and sharing. Reaching out to the needy people has always given us enormous satisfaction," he said.

Merit Freight Systems Co LLC is one of the leading freight forwarders dealing with sea, air and land consignments in Dubai, and has been handling shipments from the Middle East, Europe, USA, Far East AGCC or other worldwide destinations. With its integrated network and dedicated staff, it offers one of the best and cost effective rates in the freight industry today and is ever ready to serve customers at all times.

Merift Freight Systems can be contacted by email : meritfrt@eim.ae

Dubai :

Office: 04-3964882
Mobile : 050 4537297

Mangalore office :

0824 -4271965
0824 - 4271981

Website : www.meritfrt.com