Who We Are

We are the bulk cargo shipping & Logistics power behind most of the most successful manufacturers and traders in East Africa. We are a customer focused Shipping & Logistics company. Our internationally qualified and locally experienced team consistently delivers customized solutions to each client’s specific needs. Our DNA is for delivering the very best service. Our market is Eastern Africa. Currently we cover Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Southern Sudan, Rwanda, Burundi & DRC.

History

2001

Express Shipping & Logistics Limited was incorporated in Kenya.

2001

Express Shipping & Logistics Ltd signed the merchant and shipping act 1989.

2003

ESL Forwarders Ltd was incorporated.

2011

Sovereign Logistics Ltd was incorporated.

2012

Express Chartering Ltd Office in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania was opened.

2014

Express Chartering Ltd Office in Tanga, Tanzania was opened.

2016

Express Chartering Ltd Office in Mtwara, Tanzania was opened.

2017

On 1st April, Express Shipping & Logistics Ltd Hub office was opened in Nairobi Kenya.

2017

On 21st September, ESL Uganda Ltd office was opened Kampala, Uganda.

2017

On 7th November, ESL Uganda Ltd office was opened in Malaba border, Kenya.

2019

Express Shipping & Logistics Limited Lamu.

2020

On 1st July, ESL Uganda Ltd office was opened in Kyanika, Uganda.

What We Do

We are Experts in Dry Bulk, Liquid Bulk, Break Bulk, and Project Cargo with OVER 20 YEARS experience. We handle more than 3.1 Million Metric Tonnes Cargo every year. Our service ranges from daily shipping and logistics consultancy services, ships chartering, ships agency, ships husbandry, expedited stevedoring and cargo handling, cargo customs clearance, warehousing, ships chandling, crewing, cargo and ships surveys, cargo warehousing, railage and road transportation.

  • Mission

    To deliver distinctive service that powers our customers to market leadership.

  • Vision

    To be a leading, global brand in
    shipping, logistics and forwarding.

  • Values

    Professionalism, Passion, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Excellence, and Teamwork (PPELET).

How We Do It

Through our over 100 strong team spread across Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, we simplify logistics management, handling crucial tasks so that our customer’s focus on what they do best. Ship owners, charterers, importers, exporters, and carrier partners enjoy an exceptional experience grounded in ESL’s mission to deliver distinctive service that power our customers to market leadership.

AWARDS, MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS

Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is an awarded maritime & shipping company by Kenya Ports Authority.
Express shipping & logistics (EA) ltd was awarded the Most Preferred Shipping Company award in 2019 by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI).
Express shipping & logistics (EA) ltd was named the Best Clearing & Forwarding Agent Company in 2017-2018 by the East Africa Maritime Awards (EAMA).
Express shipping & logistics (EA) ltd was awarded a Decade of Excellence in Business award in 2017 by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI).
Express shipping & logistics (EA) ltd was named the Best Shipping Agent Company in 2020 by the East Africa Maritime Awards (EAMA).
Express shipping & logistics (EA) ltd was named the Best Clearing & Forwarding Agent Company in 2020 by the East Africa Maritime Awards (EAMA).
The Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) ltd is certified by the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) in Kenya.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is certified by the Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents - UK, Quality Assured Agents.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is a Kenya Maritime Authority approved company.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is proud member of the American Chamber of Commerce (association) in Kenya.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is proud member of the British Chamber of Commerce (association) in Kenya.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is proud member of the Project Cargo Network - PCN (one of the world's leading original independent freight networks and highly respected in the logistics industry.)
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is proud member of BIMCO (the world's largest direct-membership organization for shipowners, charterers, shipbrokers and agents.)
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is proud member of the Institute of Chartered ShipBrokers.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is an ISO Certified company.
Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd is an ISO Certified company.

Where We Operate

We operate all over East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda), handling over 3.1 (2020 figures) million Metric Tonnes of cargo annually

  • Offices

    6th floor New Canon Towers, Moi Avenue, Mombasa, Kenya

    5th floor Crater Automobile, MSA Rd., Nairobi, Kenya

    Ground Floor, LAPSSET Building Quarters, KPA HeadQuarters - Lamu Port, Lamu

  • Telephone

    +254 41 2229784/6, 2224822
    +254 020 6005011

  • Email Addresses

    sales@esl-eastafrica.com
    info@esl-eastafrica.com
    career@esl-eastafrica.com

Our People

The common attitude here is delivery of excellent service. We match that with the relevant skills in each department to ensure that we are powering our customers to market leadership. In the market, our team takes a leadership role in our industry, serving in various boards and task forces that shape our industry.

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