OUR STORY
Neon Orient was started in 2000 when Sven and Sönke Carstensen brainstorm for potential business opportunities in Asia and Europe. Sven Carstensen went ahead and established Hong Kong-based Neon Orient, Inc. as an Asian procurement company. Since then, we are growing every year at a rapid pace. Today we have our offices in 7 different countries, and we are shipping to more than 40 countries with more than 3000 shipments per year. With our offices in Hong Kong, Jakarta, Sydney, Shanghai, Oslo, New York and Bangkok, we are constantly looking to expand our offices to other countries. This is simply because Neon Orient offers excellent quality products, procurement, and logistics solutions tailored exactly to meet individual customer needs.
MILESTONES
WITH A NEW IDEA INTO A NEW MILLENIUM
THE SPEED OF MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENTS ACCELERATES
THE FUTURE: GROW WITH US!
Looking ahead: As the success of our customer-friendly business model is being encountered and embraced by an ever-expanding client base, an optimistic outlook presents itself for Neon Orient, Inc. and our group of companies.
Let us discuss how we may optimise your Asian sourcing processes.
TEAM
CHRISTOPH CAMPBELL
MANAGING DIRECTOR
BANGKOK - THAILAND
Born and raised in Hamburg, Germany, Chris has dedicated his professional life to sourcing, trading and moving goods across a multitude of products and industries for over 20 years. As a result, he has gained an in-depth understanding of cultures and business markets in both Europe and Asia. With 15 years of experience managing thriving businesses in Vietnam and Thailand, he has become a trusted expert to global leaders, helping them expand their trading networks.
SVEN CARSTENSEN
DIRECTOR
HONGKONG
As Managing Director, the 30-year veteran in the Far East Trade oversees the marketing and sales activities of all Neon Orient offices. Sven has worked in China, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand
RALF ZIELINSKI
SENIOR ADVISOR
BANGKOK - THAILAND
With more than 30 years of experience in the Asian market, the Managing Director ensures hassle-free order processing and oversees all quality control affairs. He is known for his hands-on approach.
STEPHEN GATES
MANAGING DIRECTOR
SYDNEY - AUSTRALIA
Stephen has over 20 years of experience in the Australian and New Zealand Stationery and Paper markets. Stephen is focused on effective channel management, developing key relationships with our channel partners and ensuring both organizations objectives are aligned, especially focusing around private label strategies.
MARK GRIFFITHS
GSS DIRECTOR
SYDNEY - AUSTRALIA
Mark has over 20 years’ experience in the Australian Stationery market. He has led the design, development and sourcing of branded and private label products for the commercial, home and education markets. Mark’s full-circle expertise in both Australian consumer behaviour, combined with product development and Asian sourcing processes, makes him your savvy strategy advisor.
ØIVIND ØDEGAARD
MANAGING DIRECTOR NORDIC
OSLO - NORWAY
Øivind has extensive experience of brand/alliance building, chain operations and business development. For the past 20 years, Øivind has been CEO of leading companies in the Nordic region trading in stationery, office and computer supplies as well as consumer electronics, packaging, hygiene and cleaning products.