History

Founded in 1983

1983

Tara Courier Services is founded by Steven Laing.

Tara Courier Services is founded by Steven Laing. Originally a cash transporting business based in Kingston with deliveries being done with one vehicle operating out of his home.

1984

TARA expands to fifteen clients, three cars and added employees.

TARA expands to fifteen clients, three cars and added employees. Word spreads that TARA was providing a reliable and trustworthy service.

Late 1980's

TARA moves

to a more spacious office location at Phoenix Avenue in Kingston.

1989

The first request for a non-cash parcel delivery service.

This causes a chain reaction and other clients enquire about the new service.

1994

Client base expands

The volume of work increases significantly as the client base expands and the timely coverage of delivery areas cannot be accomplished only by road! TARA starts renting aircrafts out of Tinson Pen Aerodrome and commences cargo transport via Air. This same year TARA decides to move from Phoenix Ave, Kingston to Maxfield Ave.

1995

TARA purchases its first single-engine Aircraft!

1996

TARA purchases a second single-engine Aircraft!

1997

Focus Shifts

The decision is made to only focus on the parcel delivery service versus the cash courier service. TARA acquires land on Lyndhurst Road, Kingston and builds its Head Quarters.

2000

TARA purchases its first twin engine aircraft.

This allows for faster deliveries, overnight delivery and the ability to fly through adverse weather conditions.

2001

Observer Business Leader

Steven Laing is nominated for “Observer Business Leader” award, in recognition of TARA’s growth and his leadership as Managing Director.

2006

Special Olympics Hero Status

TARA is awarded “Special Olympics Hero Status” for outstanding contributions and support over the years to the Jamaica Special Olympics Organization.

2007

Tara USA service opens

The official opening of the Tara USA service, which gives customers the ability to order packages online and have TARA ship, clear and deliver the packages to their doorstep.

2008

PSOJ Member

TARA becomes a full Private Sector Organization of Jamaica (PSOJ) Member.

2010

Haiti Relief Effort

Salvation Army recognizes TARA for Voluntary work during the Haiti Relief Effort.

2014

Local authorized contractor for UPS

Tara Courier Services officially becomes the local authorized contractor for UPS in Jamaica.

2015

Airpak Express Purchased

TARA purchases Airpak Express Courier package service and client base.

TODAY

We are #1

TARA is recognised as the #1 Courier Service in Jamaica!