Building on over a century of excellence, we have earned the trust and confidence of our customers and partners. With a legacy of innovation and unwavering commitment to quality, we continue to lead the industry, exceeding expectations and delivering reliable solutions every step of the way.
Louis T. Leonowens’s story began in 1862 when Louis T. Leonowens first arrived in Siam at the age of 7 with his mother, Anna Harriette Leonowens who was hired to teach English to the children of King Rama IV. Louis attended his mother’s classes along with the Royal children and naturally made many friends among them, including one young Price of his own age, who was later to become the renowned King Chulalongkorn. In 1867 Anna left Siam and took young Louis to Europe to complete his education.
Louis returned to Bangkok in 1881 and by a strange coincidence he met King Chulalongkorn on his arrival who offered him the position of Captain in the King’s Army and as such renewed the Leonowens close association with Thailand. He began his business venture with the Borneo. Company to pioneer teak logging until he founded his own venture in 1889.
On March 3rd, 1905, the Louis Thomas Leonowens Co. was incorporated. In addition to the teak concessions, the company represented leading manufacturers of cement, champagne, whisky, typewriters, engineering products and several assurance and insurance companies. Louis eventually left Siam for the UK in 1913 and remained there until his death in 1919.
In 1920 Louis T. Leonowens (Thailand) Limited donated timber for the renovation of the Sao Ching Cha (The Giant Swing) considered one of the most important landmarks in Thailand. The Giant Swing has since been the logo of the company, symbolizing our heritage.
Since 1986, Louis T. Leonowens (Thailand) Limited has been a proud member of the Getz Group of Companies, a global leader with a rich history dating back to 1852. Founded by Joseph and Max Getz in Northern California, the company started as a small general store before expanding internationally, first exporting goods to China and other parts of Asia. Over the years, the Getz Group has grown into a vast international network, with operations in 52 countries across six continents, and more than 150 facilities worldwide.
Today, the Getz Group employs over 18,000 people globally, and their expansive footprint allows us to leverage unparalleled resources, expertise, and global reach. This partnership enables us to deliver innovative solutions, while remaining agile and responsive to the unique needs of our local and international customers.
We manage and serve a wide range of portfolio across various industries, from industrial solutions to life sciences, fire and life safety, building materials, agricultural tools and more. Our strong connections to global partners allow us to offer high-quality materials and innovative solutions across these diverse sectors.
With a large and varied customer base, from small local businesses to large international corporations, we are committed to providing reliable services and support that our customers and partners can count on. Each business unit is led by industry experts and supported by a skilled, dedicated team, ensuring we consistently deliver both standard and customized solutions that drive growth and success.
