Kaimay Trading Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based import and distribution company established in 1985, with a diversified portfolio that spans premium confectionery, liquor, and institutional furniture. With over three decades of market presence, Kaimay has evolved into one of Singapore's most recognized FMCG distributors for travel retail, hospitality, and institutional clients across Southeast Asia.
Company Overview
Headquartered in Singapore, Kaimay Trading Pte Ltd operates with a strong focus on retail and foodservice distribution, catering to airport duty-free retailers, cruise ships, hotels, convenience stores, and government institutions. In addition to its FMCG operations, the company also supplies functional and ergonomic furniture solutions to public institutions, including schools and hostels.
Core Business
Kaimay operates under three primary business verticals:
- FMCG Import & Distribution:
- Premium chocolate and confectionery
- Alcoholic beverages including wine, beer, and spirits
- Travel Retail & Duty-Free Supply:
- Confectionery and liquor supplied to regional airport retailers and cruise ships
- Furniture Supply & Projects:
- Institutional and contract furniture for educational and accommodation facilities
The company maintains long-term relationships with top global brands and executes high-volume distribution through established logistics and warehousing infrastructure.
Product Offerings
Kaimay's product catalog spans three major categories:
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Confectionery:
- Chocolate and candy from global brands including:
- Nestlé Travel Retail
- Ferrero
- Lindt
- Haribo
- Cavendish & Harvey
- Bourbon
- Aalst Chocolate
- Elvan
- Kambly
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Liquor and Beverages:
- Wide range of alcoholic beverages including:
- Premium Scotch whisky, vodka, gin, rum
- International and craft beer selections
- Red and white wines from Europe, Australia, and South America
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Furniture:
- Office desks and chairs
- Hostel bunk beds and wardrobes
- Lecture hall and library furnishing systems
All products comply with Singapore’s import, health, and safety standards, and are distributed to both B2C and B2B segments.
Specialization and Unique Value Proposition
- Over 38 years of operational experience in Southeast Asia’s dynamic consumer goods sector
- Exclusive partnerships with multiple global confectionery and beverage brands
- Dedicated travel retail supply chain with established links to Changi Airport and cruise lines
- Flexibility in OEM and institutional furniture projects
- High service reliability, with custom logistics and fulfillment solutions
Financials
As a privately held company, Kaimay does not disclose its financials publicly. However, based on its product volume, clientele, and partner brands:
- Estimated annual turnover: USD 20–30 million
- Liquor and confectionery constitute over 70% of annual revenue
- Multi-million-dollar supply contracts with regional duty-free operators
Export and Shipment Data
While primarily focused on domestic distribution, Kaimay also facilitates regional supply to:
- Malaysia
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Thailand
- Cruise and duty-free operators in the Asia-Pacific region
Shipment volumes include:
- Regular container loads of confectionery and liquor
- Customized mixed pallets for travel retail clients
- Institutional furniture delivery and installation projects on contract basis
Target Markets
Kaimay Trading Pte Ltd serves a broad customer base including:
- Airport and cruise duty-free retailers
- Supermarkets and convenience store chains
- Foodservice operators and HORECA clients
- Government ministries and educational institutions
- Hospitality businesses requiring turnkey furniture solutions
Capabilities
- Dedicated FMCG warehousing and cold storage facilities
- Import license for alcoholic beverages and confectionery
- In-house team for furniture installation and site management
- SAP-integrated inventory management and distribution
- Bilingual support team fluent in English, Mandarin, and Malay
Certifications and Compliance
- Singapore AVA Food Import Licensing for confectionery and beverages
- Customs-compliant liquor import and warehousing systems
- Fire Safety and Building Code Compliant furniture products
- Long-standing member of Singapore Food Manufacturers’ Association (SFMA)
Customer Testimonials
While formal testimonials are limited, the company’s client roster includes long-standing relationships with:
- Changi Airport Group duty-free operators
- Singapore Armed Forces (furniture and supply contracts)
- NTUC FairPrice and other major supermarket chains
- Cruise lines operating in Southeast Asia
Repeat contracts and sustained product line expansion reflect high customer satisfaction and service reliability.
Major Achievements
- Successfully managed distribution for over 12 global FMCG brands across Southeast Asia
- Supplied to more than 40 government institutions and hostels in Singapore
- Developed travel retail channel partnerships with top regional retailers
- Celebrated over 38 years of continuous operations in Singapore's highly competitive trading environment