Bulk specialist brings First World efficiency into Africa network

RAY SMUTS
TRADING in Africa can be difficult at the best of times, but handled correctly there is no doubt in Saul Resnick’s mind that the ultimate pickings could be extremely lucrative and the benefits far-reaching.
No matter the commodity, asserts TransAfrica Logistics’ MD Resnick, the company has proven it can do the job, whether it be chemical movements into the Copperbelt, maize shipments into famine-ridden countries or sugar movements from countries focusing on that very product.
“TAL has demonstrated its ability to bring First World efficiencies into the Africa distribution network and shown goods can be moved successfully in bulk by rail, road or vessel across borders and out of Africa.”
Resnick says TAL is able to extend its offering into Africa through its longstanding relationships with key role players on the continent. Here its experience with port operations in Beira, Nacala and Dar es Salaam and credit facilities with major rail networks and transport hauliers play their role.
“TAL also has agents in these countries who supply continuous feedback to us about our clients’ commodities, which ensures service standards can be maintained and client interests protected.”
That trading effectively and efficiently is no pipedream is borne out by TAL having handled and managed more than three million tonnes of cargo within South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.
A division of the JSE-listed Super Group, TAL is a leading provider of integrated bulk freight solutions.
Through combining its innovative and pro-active approach to bulk transport solutions with an integrated supply chain management approach, the company has established a track record of successful projects in sub-Saharan Africa, across a wide variety of industries including chemical, fuel and agriculture, says Resnick.