Barloworld Logistics bags deal with mall developer

Barloworld Logistics Middle East & Asia recently closed a deal with mall developer BLB Project/ Hightower Properties to fulfil logistics requirements for two mall constructions in Zambia, namely Manda Hill Centre and Coppercity Mall. According to managing director Frank Courtney, the promising business deal came about because of teamwork between their branch offices in Johannesburg, South Africa and Lusaka, Zambia. “The project commenced for our team in Zambia following a lead from our key executives in South Africa. This is definitely a testimony of how our previous international acquisitions expanded our reach to several niche services within the transport logistics activities within the African continent,” Courtney said. Barloworld Logistics acquired Swift Freight International in 2008, including affiliates in the Far East and Germany, plus over 20 offices in Africa. “The acquisition exemplified the significant growth potential for Barloworld Logistics, which ultimately made it possible for the company to facilitate a rapid and extensive geographical expansion into South East Asia, the Middle East, Western Europe, and Africa,” said Courtney. “This vast footprint combined with our agent network means there are not many places we are unable to reach in a seamless and professional manner,” he added.