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J. Cain & Co. Announces Strategic Merger for Growth

We are proud to celebrate our 70 years as a leader in logistics services for multinational companies as a distribution center from Panama for Latin America and the Caribbean markets.

Starting January 1st, 2021, J. Cain & Co. merged with Colon Import & Export and with this alliance, the company has positioned itself as a leader in the industry with the best infrastructure, manpower, and technology.

This merger, along with the strategic alliance the group has with DHL, makes Panama’s logistics platform more robust and competitive, allowing large multinational companies to depend on a world-class logistics supplier, facilitating an efficient way to transport cargo from Panama to all of Latin America.

Throughout the past 70 years, J. Cain & Co. has experimented a sustainable and progressive growth permitting us to become the first company with specialized large-scale distribution center operations. The company began operations with only 500 sqm and currently has over 145,000 sqm of warehouse space, with distribution centers on the Atlantic Ocean in the Colon Free Zone, and on the Pacific Ocean in the Special Economic Area of Panama Pacifico, designed to serve a number of industries including Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Consumer Goods, Technology, Electronics, Clothes and Shoes, Retail and Beverages.

J. Cain & Co. has the experience, manpower, and facilities to implement a tailor-made distribution center based on any need.

“Since our beginning we have maintained very high standards in all our procedures, offering a high-quality logistics management service, always adapting to the changes that this industry demands. Today, more now than ever, we continue to focus on innovation and flexibility in our processes to continue supporting our clients with all their logistics needs, controlling the supply chain of their products, starting from when they leave the production facilities until they arrive at the hands of the end customers, all while responding to the demands of each client with efficiency”.
Luis Carlos Motta, CEO of J. Cain & Co.

The mystique of J. Cain & Co. is based on our values and that we have built an exceptional team that is passionate and committed to excellence.  With a workforce of 1,500 employees, the human resources of the company are its principal asset. In recognition of that, the company has received the Great Place to Work certification, and is also certified by BASC, ISO, IATA, OEA guaranteeing quality management, processes, and adequate controls in the operation.

With these achievements, we look to reinforce our mission to provide excellence in our logistics services and surpass our client’s expectations all while contributing to our employees’ well-being and our commitment to the community.

“Together with our Operational Excellence Team and with our first-in-class technology, we will continue being the standard in logistics partners for the multinational companies, boosting their business strategies and improving their customer’s experience”, emphasized Luis Carlos Motta.

It is important to mention that, according to the World Bank Logistics Performance Index, Panama occupies the #38 position in the global ranking in the 2018 report, with J. Cain & Co. the main component of the strength of the logistics platform of Panama.

Today as we commemorate our anniversary, we continue offering logistics solutions with high standards of quality, innovation, and customer service, being an essential pillar in the country´s economy.

We will continue investing and reinventing ourselves, #juntosmovemoselhub

Our Frequently Asked Questions

The primary goal is to combine J. Cain & Co.’s advanced logistics platform with Colón Import & Export’s deep-rooted expertise and presence in the Colon Free Zone. This synergy creates a stronger, more comprehensive service offering for clients operating within this vital trade hub, cementing our market leadership.
Clients will directly benefit from an expanded portfolio of services, deeper expertise in Free Zone operations, and a streamlined logistics experience. This merger provides access to a larger infrastructure and a combined team of seasoned professionals, ensuring even greater efficiency and reliability for their supply chains.
Our long-term vision is to fully integrate the strengths of both companies to become the undisputed leader in value-added logistics within the Colon Free Zone and the broader region. This move accelerates our growth and enhances our capability to deliver innovative and robust solutions for our clients.

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