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1 / Vol 14, 2014 - February

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1 / Vol 14, 2014 - February Sourcing Bali News

Dear Friends,

It is once again a pleasure to bring you the latest update from Sourcing Bali and our suppliers.

In this edition of SB News, we have updates on our recent move, details of some very exciting projects that we've just completed, and some more on the way.  Some news of new designs from one of our leading factories of synthetic rattan, as well as tid bits of what's been happening in Bali.

Whilst putting together this newletter, our first from our new home in Muding, I am reminded of the dozens and dozens of newsletters that have preceded this one - and the thousands of stories that we have shared.  Sourcing Bali is now in it's 15th year - not alot of companies can boast such a long life - we are aways thankful of your support, your good wishes and ongoing commitment. 

As always, its a pleasure to hear your feedback - so please dont be shy.  We love to hear your comments about Sourcing Bali and of course, if you are happy to hear from us, others might be too, so please feel free to pass us along to your friends.

Warmest regards,

Desmond & Crew

Our New Home

We are very pleased to announce our recent move to our new home. 

Now located in Jalan Raya Muding, Muding Kelod, ironically, just at the end of the same street where were started Sourcing Bali in 2000.  It's great to be back in the old neighborhood, and it's marvelous to be in our new, purpose built offices.

Our Hindu Blessing ceremony was on Wednesday 18th February, and several suppliers and friends came to share the special day.

We opted for a traditional design, but with all the modern extras - our stylish wooden, brick and glass block office is perfect for our needs.  We love the ambiance and the new mini kitchen ensures that tea and coffee is always at the ready for any drop in guests. 

We loved our old offices, but we love the new ones more - we look forward to welcoming you and sharing a coffee or two.
 

new materials / new designs

One of our preferred suppliers of synthetic rattan has given us permission to feature their new designs and materials in this edition of SB News.

This new fibre is the first on the market, and it promises to be a great success.  The synthetic fibre is coated in a colour fast woven fibre webbing, which gives the material a softer, more comfortable feeling - we think that this will be enourmously populer. 

Available in a range of widths and colours - most designs are still possible to be made in this material and of course, it ensures that these items are extremly low maintenance, and high durability.

Attached are some examples of these new fibres and latest designs.  For more information / further details - please email pipin@sourcing-bali.com

Supplier Profile - Karya Kita

New to SB News, we will be featuring regular supplier profiles to highlight the scope and range of our suppliers.

In this edition of SB News, we are proud to present karya Kita

Karya Kita was recently established, however the owners have long been suppliers of Sourcing Bali.   Karya Kita specialises in custom designed timber furniture, mostly in teak, and includes upholstery, but is also catering to outdoor / garden furniture.

A small but specialised crew, Karya Kita is well equipped for custom dining room tables and chairs, consoles, cabinetry, kitchens, robes and almost anything you might think off.   With aggressive / competitive pricing and quality finishing, we are confident that they will be a long term supplier of Sourcing Bali.

Vomo Island

We were very proud to have been selected to supply for this very well known and prestigious resort in Fiji. 

Vomo Island is one of the largest islands resorts off the west coast of Fiji, and has long been the resort of choice for many celebrities.  The resort is currently undergoing an extensive renovation, and Sourcing Bali worked very closely with General Manager Mark Leslie, and New Zealand based architect Michael Fisher of CPRW Fisher to create a stunning result. 

Works are still underway, but we promise to send you updates of the new rooms in the coming months. Here's a glimpse of some of the items we've created for them.....

                             

Happy customers - great testimonials

We love to receive feedback and pictures of projects that we've just completed.  We had a very busy few months in November till January, and we're getting lots of emails of thanks from our customers, giving us news of the containers and how happy they have been to work with us, and delighted with the outcome.

The prospect of importing from Bali can be daunting, so it's important that you have the right partners to assist you - we are very proud to have been selected to assist these couples and we're thankful that they have also referred us to their friends.

Here's what they've been saying...

"I will keep you posted. Rim Cargo did a fantastic job packaging our items and no other company could do a better job. I could see the Budha fountain and it looks beautiful.
I would like to thank you for your excellent service. It was a pleasure working with you on this project. I am so happy I went with Sourcing Bali. Keep up the great work." Diane Nigro (Sydney, Australia)

new orders / ongoing customers

With over 15 years of experience under our belt, Sourcing Bali is well established and has an enviable reputation for quality.  We are proud to receive ongoing orders from some of the world's most recognised brands of international hotels and resorts. 

In just the last few months, we've received orders from all dozens of these prestigious properties, many of which have been working with us for over a decade. 

  • Four Seasons Maldives
  • Anantara Maldives
  • Hydro Majestic - Blue Mountains, Australia
  • Cheval Blanc - Maldives
  • Jumiera - Maldives
  • Castaway Fiji
  • Liku Liku Fiji
  • Vomo Fiji
  • Tokoriki Resort, Fiji
  • and many, many, more...

We thank each and every one of you for your ongoing support - we continue to work hard to ensure only the highest quality at the most affordable pricing.  Our committment to excellence in customer service ensures prompt responses to emails, clear and informed communications and peace of mind. 
 

We look forward to assisting you with your next orders.

Nyepi - Day of silence - 21 March, 2015

The very unique, Balinese Hindu day of Silence 'Nyepi' falls this year on Saturday March 21st.

Wuite unlike anywhere else on the planet, this special day requires all of it's residents to observe a sady of silence.  No fires are to be lit, no lights to be turned on, no venturing outdoors, no cars, bikes, buses or even places are pemitted.  All flights are re-routed for this very special day. 
 

The evening before Nyepi is a particularly fun celebration.  Each village prepares HUGE paper mache effegies of ogres / monsters depicting battles of mystical spirits winning over evil - these 'ogoh-ogoh' are a spectacular sight to see as they are paraded through the streets of each village before being burned in a glorious display.  The noise and parade is expected to attract the attention of evil spirits, who come to earth to see what the noise is about, only to find the earth in silence, and darkness and hence nothing to concern them.

Nyepi was the inspiration for EARTH DAY - when several cities across the world dim their lights - but only in Bali do we have a complete blackout - No TV, NO radion, no noise !!!   We all cross our fingers for clear skies, when we can sit back, relax, and enjoy the peace and quiet of Bali ... our paradise home.

Shipping Containers - to buy?

Quite often, our customer purchase a container and use them as storage units on their property - this is particualrly common for private buyers who are building their homes and need storage space whilst the construction is underway.

In fact, it's a relatively easy process, and our friends at Rim Cargo take care of all the details.  FYI - the cost to buy a container - is as follows:

 20F Standard     USD $2,200

 40F Standard     USD $2,700

 40F High Cube  USD $2,900

For further details - please email manager@rimcargo.com

New Website - a work in progress

You'll soon be seeing a new face of Sourcing Bali - we are currently working on the new-look website - hopefully ready to be launched in March - We look forward to sharing the new face with you...  the site will have more tool, more links, and easier to navigate.  It will aslo feature more strongly on projects and current news. 
 

Watch this space.... but, here's a sneak preview.. :-)

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