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PF Collins - St. John's (Canada) (ID: 14869)
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PF Collins Customs Broker Ltd, has seen tremendous change during its many years in international trade. Mr. Patrick Francis Collins, a St. John's clothing merchant, changed his occupation to Customs Broker shortly after a fire destroyed his store. In 1921, Newfoundland was still a colony of Great Britain when King George V appointed PF Collins as the Customs Broker for Newfoundland. As you can imagine, PF Collins Customs Broker Ltd, has seen tremendous change during its many years in international trade. Customs Brokerage Customs Consulting Freight Forwarding Project Forwarding Ships Agency Warehousing, Crating & Distribution Immigration Consulting Project Administration After confederation with Canada, Newfoundland's trading patterns and transportation systems began to change significantly. PF Collins and his son Bernard L. welcomed these challenges as an opportunity to further expand the business. They participated in early industrial developments from the pulp and paper mills of Grand Falls and Corner Brook to the development of the U.S. Bases at Pepperel and Argentia. They represented the refineries at Holyrood and Come-By-Chance and the Churchill Falls Hydro development, while also including the province's many fishing and mining interests among their clientele. With the development of Newfoundland's offshore petroleum industry, PF Collins exceeded expectations for customs brokerage and freight forwarding services, from the early days of exploration to present day developments. As a result of our exemplary service levels, the company name is now recognized worldwide. With a client base ranging from small retailers to large-scale projects like Hibernia and Terra Nova, what started out as a one-man office with a desk, a pen and a few customs forms is now a state-of-the-art, electronically linked industry employing over forty Newfoundlanders. Offering professional services from customs brokerage and consulting to freight forwarding, immigration, ships agency, warehousing and distribution, PF Collins is proud of its rich heritage. Our history mirrors the continuing growth and diversity of Newfoundland itself. Our longevity reflects an enduring commitment to providing the highest standard of professional service to every client we represent. Let us serve you today .. Company has seen tremendous change during its many years in international trade. PF Collins - St. John's (Canada)