‘A good freight forwarder is a crucial part of the mix’

Forging strong partnerships
with freight forwarders is a sure
recipe for successful exporting
into Africa.
John Ferreira, head of
exporting at Fresenius Kabi, a
company that sells and markets
pharmaceuticals in the intensive
care and hospital environment,
says that a freight forwarder that
is trustworthy and reliable as
well as top of its game goes a
long way to ensuring success.
“It is about the invisible
supply chain – the one where
everyone is doing what they do
well. A good freight forwarder
will keep you informed of
any changes in the system, of
expected arrivals and departures,
possible delays or any other
issue that arises.”
Ferreira says hand in hand
with this is the need for a
smooth manufacturing plant.