Global commerce technology company Shopify Inc. and Malaysian logistics and technology solutions provider GDEX Berhad (GDEX) are teaming up to help Malaysian retail businesses enhance their online commerce experience and expand market reach.

The partnership was cemented through an official signing ceremony today at Grand Millennium Hotel Kuala Lumpur, witnessed by the Counsellor (Trade) and Senior Trade
Commissioner of the High Commission of Canada in Kuala Lumpur, Eric Pelletier, and the Trade Commissioner of the High Commission of Canada in Kuala Lumpur, Naneecharam
Muniandy, the duo said in a statement.

Shopify is a unified commerce platform that helps merchants process sales, run stores, and grow their businesses across online and offline channels.

To date, Shopify powers millions of businesses in more than 175 countries.

“Our mission is to simplify the operations and management of digital retail businesses around the world, including Malaysia,” said Bharati Balakrishnan, Shopify Country Head and Director of India and Southeast Asia.

“The collaboration between Shopify and GDEX will give Malaysian merchants on Shopify a comprehensive solution to increase their presence and accelerate growth,

“We are confident this partnership will help boost the overall success of commerce in Malaysia,” he added.

Established in 1997, GDEX is a homegrown express delivery service provider in Malaysia with presence in Southeast Asia, namely Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

GDEX is a homegrown courier and logistics company that has since diversified into technology.

Supported by robust technology infrastructure and digital platforms, GDEX provides comprehensive solutions, including next day express courier service, customized delivery solutions, international shipping, digitized shipping platform, and warehouse fulfilment.

Through its subsidiaries, GDEX offers cloud point-of-sales systems, enterprise software, as well as cybersecurity solutions and IT support services.

GDEX has recently diversified into provision of information technology services and solutions.

“We are excited to embark on this chapter with Shopify, to bring the best-in-class commerce solutions to mobilize businesses and deliver enhanced value,” said Teong Teck Lean, GDEX Berhad Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer.

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