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Weichert Relocation Resources Inc (WRRI), one of the world's leading full-service relocation and assignment management firms, announced today (March 7) the establishment of its first Asian office in Hong Kong. The new Hong Kong office will serve as the Asia Pacific hub for the company's tri-regional service delivery system.
WRRI offers a wide range of global workforce mobility solutions in Hong Kong. These include a variety of services relating to relocation, international assignment, real estate management, visas and immigration, finance, payroll and taxes, household goods and group move management and consulting.
"Our Hong Kong office represents another important step in the development of our global tri-region service delivery system," said Mr Aram Minnetian, President and CEO of WRRI.
He explained, "Asia Pacific is one of the world's most robust markets. Our Hong Kong office enables us to deliver a wide range of customised solutions to corporations doing business in this region, and helps our clients take advantage of the unlimited business opportunities that exist here. We have deployed mobility professionals and subject matter experts in the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific regions, who provide service to clients and customers anywhere in the world."
The Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong, Mr Mark Michelson, also officiated at the grand opening of WRRI Hong Kong office.
He said, "We warmly welcome Weichert Relocation Resources to Hong Kong. The continued strong growth and expansion of regional operations in our city have brought in business opportunities for services providers such as relocation services companies."
"Companies like WRRI do not only create jobs for Hong Kong, but also bring in their experience and expertise in innovative services, extensive global resources, professional capabilities and integrated technologies, which will strengthen our overall offering as a business location. They help make the relocation of expatriate staff to Asia Pacific smoother -- allowing new investors to start business operations as quickly and efficiently as possible," said Mr Michelson.
Founded in 1969, the New Jersey-headquartered company delivers services in over 120 countries. WRRI has offices throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific and EMEA regions. For more information, please visit the website at www.wrri.com.
Invest Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government department charged with encouraging and facilitating inward investment into the city by providing the support needed to establish a business presence here. For more information, please visit the website at www.investhk.gov.hk.
Ends/Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Issued at HKT 16:01
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