Ocean Freight
Reliable global shipping through trusted carriers and strategic port partnerships.
- FCL & LCL
- Cross-trade
- Consolidation
- Reefers
- Cargo tracking
Your trusted partner for African logistics
Logistics is more than moving cargo. It is about connecting businesses, supporting economic growth, and building supply chains that don't break.
RTW Shipping & Logistics is a leading provider of integrated freight forwarding, transportation, customs clearance, warehousing and supply chain solutions across East, Central and Southern Africa — and beyond into the Middle East and Asia.
We combine global partnerships and international freight expertise with deep local market knowledge and dedicated transport assets, so cargo moves reliably by sea, air or road — with complete visibility every step of the way.
Our Services
Comprehensive logistics solutions
One partner across every mode and every stage — from the quayside to your customer's door.
Air Freight
Fast, secure transport for time-sensitive and urgent cargo requirements.
- Airport-to-airport
- Door-to-door
- Express
- DG handling
- Charters
Customs Clearance
Our in-house license clears cargo directly — faster and fully compliant.
- Declarations
- Transit formalities
- Duty advisory
- Compliance
Inland Transportation
Our own fleet carries cargo deep inland, where others can't reach.
- Own fleet
- Cross-border
- Long-haul
- Distribution
- Last-mile
Warehousing & Distribution
Strategic storage and distribution that optimizes supply-chain performance.
- Bonded
- Inventory mgmt
- Pick & pack
- Fulfillment
Pharmaceutical Logistics
Temperature-controlled, compliant movement of healthcare cargo across the continent.
- Cold chain
- Regulatory support
- Landlocked delivery
- Humanitarian
Project & Heavy-Lift Logistics
Out-of-gauge, breakbulk and mission-critical cargo — route surveys to final site delivery.
African Corridors & Inland Movement
Connecting Africa through strategic trade corridors
We move cargo efficiently from major gateway ports to inland destinations — dependable transit times, cargo security, and seamless border management.
01 · Northern Corridor
Mombasa Gateway
Gateway: Port of Mombasa, Kenya
NairobiKampalaKigaliJubaEastern DRC
02 · Central Corridor
Dar es Salaam Gateway
Gateway: Port of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
DodomaMwanzaKigaliBujumburaLubumbashiZambia
03 · Southern Corridor
Southern Africa
Serving landlocked & coastal Southern Africa
ZambiaZimbabweMalawiMozambiqueBotswanaSouth Africa
Strategic Gateway Ports
MombasaDar es SalaamTangaZanzibarBeiraDurbanMaputo
Industries We Serve
Built for the sectors that move Africa
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
Compliant, temperature-controlled distribution for medical supply chains.
Mining & Natural Resources
Equipment mobilization, bulk cargo and project developments.
Oil & Gas
Freight and specialized transport across the value chain.
Infrastructure & Construction
Heavy equipment transport, customs clearance and site delivery.
Manufacturing
Integrated inbound and outbound production logistics.
Retail & FMCG
Efficient supply chains ensuring availability and market reach.
Humanitarian & NGO
Reliable aid logistics for development and emergency response.
Telecom & Technology
Secure transport for network infrastructure and equipment.
Project Logistics & Heavy Lift
Managing complex cargo with precision
From route planning and feasibility studies to customs, transport execution and final site delivery, our specialists manage every stage of oversized, out-of-gauge and mission-critical movements.
Heavy-lift transportation
Out-of-gauge handling
Breakbulk operations
Industrial equipment
Route surveys
Port-to-site transport
Energy & mining logistics
Multi-modal solutions
OwnDedicated Fleet
8+African Countries
24/7Cargo Visibility
In-houseCustoms License
3Trade Corridors
End-to-endSingle Partner
The RTW Advantage
More than logistics. A strategic partner.
01
Regional Expertise
Deep understanding of African trade routes, customs procedures and operational realities.
02
End-to-End Visibility
Complete shipment monitoring and proactive communication throughout the journey.
03
Dedicated Transport Network
Reliability and operational control through our own fleet and transport assets.
04
Flexible Solutions
Customized logistics programs aligned with each customer's operational goals.
05
Strong Partnerships
Relationships with shipping lines, airlines, customs authorities and transport providers.
06
Service Excellence
A customer-first approach built on accountability, responsiveness and long-term success.
Logistics should create opportunities, not challenges.
ReliabilityTransparencySafetyEfficiencyPartnership
Every shipment we handle is managed with professionalism, precision and dedication to delivering value for our customers.
