Afriwest Group of Companies
Shipping & Logistics
Your One Stop Solution to Sea, Air and Inland Transportation of Cargos from Far East through Middle East to Africa
Our Vision & Mission
Vision Statement
To be recognised as a trusted premier shipping and logistics company, active in a number of specialised and commodity-type shipping segments
Mission Statement
To provide air, seagoing and road transportation services coupled with advise & support solutions that are reliable, sustainable, cost effective and enable our customers to be successful.
Into the future
We remain committed to our vision and mission of being a professionally managed Shipping & Logistics service provider.
We constantly seek areas for new investments such as warehousing, consolidating, packing and distribution, all supported by state-of-the-art IT capabilities.
We consistently encourage innovative ideas to realize our vision of becoming a one-stop shipping solutions provider.
Our Values
Safety & Health
We commit to safe practices in all our operations and in everyday actions. We have a duty of care for the safety and health of our employees and for those we serve. We believe safety is a “mindset” and an integral part of our decision making
Customers & Business Partners
We realise that we depend on our customers, whose trust we have to earn and retain at all times. We will work closely with our business partners in order to enhance our capabilities to provide high-quality services and solutions to our customers and to maintain a flexible and professional organisation
Employees
Our success depends on the abilities and dedication of all employees. We value loyalty, honesty and integrity and we treat each other with respect. We share information and promote teamwork throughout the organisation. We seek to be an employer of choice and promote training and personal development
Financial Institutions
We strive for continuity and aim to make a satisfactory return on capital and to enhance shareholders’ equity by concentrating on longterm growth in value
Suppliers
We recognise the importance of our suppliers in successfully carrying out our business activities. Therefore, we aim for long-term, mutually rewarding relationships with suppliers
Society in General
We actively support developments that improve the safety and sustainability of shipping operations and enhance protection of the environment. We adhere to all applicable laws, rules and regulations
Our Culture
Safety Culture
We believe safety is a “way of being” and a mindset. We commit to safe practices in our daily operations and everyday actions more than compliance to form filling. Afriwest way is to show our duty of care for the wellbeing and safety of our colleagues and those we serve
Team Culture
We believe we are stronger together. The Afriwest way is to involve others – as equals – in working through challenges and projects. We will work together to find the best solutions for the company and get them implemented. We role-model the Afriwest culture and will keep each other accountable for that
Trust & Communication Culture
We believe everyone has a right to be treated with respect. It is not the Afriwest way to bad-mouth or embarrass colleagues intentionally or unintentionally. We will each do our best, give our best and expect the best from each other
Performance Culture
We believe in operational excellence, while keeping things simple and sober. The Afriwest way is to recognise, encourage and celebrate each other’s small daily wins – so together we achieve more
Culture of Discipline
We believe each one of us is accountable for delivering what we say we will. No excuses! The Afriwest way is to know our business and numbers inside out. We get and provide accurate information. We set clear goals, learn from our mistakes and continuously improve on the way we work
Customer - Partnership Culture
We believe in caring about our customers and business partners. In a world of level and uniformity this gives us an edge. The Afriwest way is to build lasting relationships. We demonstrate this in our day-to-day contacts