Specialising in difficult cargoes into challenging markets JOY ORLEK NEARLY A decade since its launch as a 100% owned and managed BEE company, Katlego Global Logistics has sharpened its export focus, particularly targeting sub-Saharan Africa. “We have recently signed up a significant contract with a major company and have started moving their products into Botswana, Namibia, Angola, Tanzania and Nigeria, as well as the Indian Ocean Islands of Mauritius and the Seychelles,” managing director Moses Maboi told FTW. Exports have now overtaken imports, comprising some 60% of the total. And while the company continues to provide a local distribution service for its own import customers, its major focus is now firmly fixed on the export market. Apart from Africa, Katlego has identified several new global markets, including Brazil, Cyprus, Colombia, Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi,China, India and USA. “Our expertise lies in moving difficult cargo into challenging markets, and a recent multi million rand contract with a major exporter of sensitive cargo has been another major coup for us.” Growing volumes have created new demands on resources and Maboi expects to employ another 15 staff members over the coming months to service the new accounts. “We’re currently classified as an SME, but are likely to extend beyond this status in the near future.” The company has outgrown its Midrand premises and is seriously looking for larger office and warehouse facilities in Gauteng. Its national network includes Cape Town and Durban. And as Katlego moves into a new league, Maboi sees his role as a strategic one and will be looking to employ a general manager to take over operational responsibilities. Moses Maboi . . . expecting to employ another 15 staff members over the coming months
