Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Shipping, Inc. - Makati City, Philippines

SMITH BELL first became involved in the shipping business in the mid 1800s and was the first shipping agency in the Philippines and initially represented a number of British steamship companies. Subsequently, it managed four inter-island steamer, as well as a fleet of launches and lighters. In 1986, a joint venture company was formed with Dodwell & Company called Smith Bell Agency Corporation. After several years, both companies mutually decided to pursue separate paths. In 1991, Smith Bell created a wholly owned subsidiary, Smith Bell Shipping, Inc., to exclusively serve their clientele