Grindrod opens new Walvis Bay warehouse
Namport CEO Andrew Kanime, Walvis Bay Mayor Trevino Forbes and Grindrod Logistics head Andrew Sturrock
Freight and logistics group Grindrod has opened a new warehouse in the Port of Walvis Bay, Namibia.
Located near berths 7 and 8, the 4 000 m² facility is designed for cargo movement via conveyor, with linkages to both rail and road transport systems.
This warehouse is the product of a collaborative effort between Grindrod and State-owned port manager Namport, and should enhance the Port of Walvis Bay’s operational efficiency, while also positioning it as a more resilient and sustainable trade gateway.
“Walvis Bay is ideally situated as a gateway to global markets, especially for cargo originating from the west coast of Africa and neighbouring countries such as South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Malawi, Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),” says Grindrod Logistics Africa operations executive Frans Visser.
Grindrod has a history spanning more than 50 years in Walvis Bay. The new warehouse expands the JSE-listed company’s capabilities in cargo handling, clearing and forwarding, container logistics, stevedoring, ships agency services and terminal operations.
Looking ahead, Visser says Grindrod is exploring further expansion in the region, albeit guided by market demand.
“We anticipate further investment in our port facility in the coming years. We intend to continue collaborating with State-owned entities to develop cost-effective and efficient logistics solutions.
“We see this region evolving into a secure and efficient transit corridor,” adds Grindrod Logistics CEO Andrew Sturrock.
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