01Global movementSea Freight
Port-to-door and door-to-door ocean freight for imports and exports.
- Full Container Load (FCL)
- Less than Container Load (LCL)
- Breakbulk and dry bulk
- Project cargo
- Inland transport and supply-chain coordination
XLG · Xaba Logistics Group
LogisticsAdvisoryGlobal Solutions
From first mile to final handover, XLG connects cargo, people and markets with clear thinking and dependable coordination.
LOCAL CROSS-BORDER INTERNATIONAL
19+ years
Logistics, maritime & energy experience
10 countries
Southern Africa footprint
Air · Road · Sea · Rail
Integrated freight solutions
Accountable
Clear cargo milestones
Services & solutions
One partner. Every movement.
Freight is rarely one-size-fits-all. We shape the route, mode and support around what your business needs to move.
01Global movement
02Time criticalAir Freight
International and regional air freight coordination when every hour matters.
- Time-sensitive shipments
- Import and export coordination
- Freight consolidation
- Documentation and customs coordination
- Shipment visibility and tracking
03Local & cross-borderRoad Freight
National and cross-border road freight, including mining and industrial cargo.
- Full truckload and part-load solutions
- Regional distribution
- Cross-border road freight
- General and project cargo
- Collection and delivery coordination
04Storage & distributionWarehousing
Storage, consolidation and supply-chain coordination built around your inventory flow.
- Storage and consolidation
- Distribution support
- Supply-chain coordination
- Rail-linked movements on request
Freight Forwarding
Reliable transportation of goods between businesses, distribution centres, suppliers and destinations by air, sea and land.
Customs Clearance
Documentation and customs coordination that keeps cargo moving across borders.
Ship Agency
Ship agency from Durban and Richards Bay. We coordinate and manage shipping activities to ensure the smooth movement of goods between ports, vessels and destinations, helping clients navigate their shipping requirements efficiently.
Domestic Logistics
Helping businesses improve the movement and coordination of goods throughout their supply chain.
Cross-Border Logistics
Smooth, efficient and compliant regional transportation of goods across borders.
Project Logistics
Individual planning for oversized, heavy, high-value and specialised consignments.
How we are organised
Two divisions. One accountable group.
Operational delivery and commercial advice work side by side, so every movement is planned with both the cargo and the business in mind.
Division 01
Logistics
Air | Road | Sea | Rail
- Freight forwarding
- Warehousing
- Project logistics
- Cross-border operations
Division 02
Commercial & Supply-Chain Consulting
Advisory
- Africa market entry
- Business development
- Tender intelligence
- Logistics consulting
- Supply chain management
- Commodities (metals & minerals, agri-products)
- Maritime (ships agency, vessel, brokerage)
- Energy (oil & gas)
More than transportation
Commercial and supply-chain support informed by practical logistics experience.
Africa Market Entry
Market understanding and logistics planning.
Business Development
Commercial opportunities and customer engagement.
Supply-Chain Consulting
Operational reviews and logistics improvement.
Tender & Commercial Support
Bid intelligence, commercial coordination and contracts.
Cargo expertise
Built around the realities of modern supply chains.
Industries we serve
Experience in the cargo that keeps industry moving.
Each sector brings different constraints. We bring practical logistics experience, focused planning and the flexibility to solve around them.
Mining - Metals & MineralsMineral and commodity logistics, bulk and project cargo, including copper, zinc, chrome, iron ore, steel, gold and PGMs.
CommoditiesMovement and trade of dry bulk, wet bulk, agri-products and general or project cargo.
Energy (Oil & Gas)Oil & gas, petroleum products, LPG and energy-related cargoes.
Agriculture & BulkGrains, maize, potash, coal, bauxite and other bulk commodities.
Industrial, Commercial & General CargoGeneral, containerised and project cargo, plus specialised logistics requirements.
About XLG
Commercial thinking. Operational focus.
Xaba Logistics Group (XLG) is a South African logistics and supply-chain company specialising in integrated air, road and sea freight, built on more than 19 years of practical experience across logistics, maritime operations, freight, commodities, mining, energy and international trade. Logistics works better when advice is clear, options are practical and every movement has an accountable team behind it.
“We are not simply moving goods. We are building connections between businesses, markets, and opportunities.”
01
Our mission
Reliable, efficient and customer-focused logistics solutions that enable businesses to move goods across Southern Africa with greater confidence and efficiency. We aim to combine professional service, strategic logistics planning and technology to continuously improve the way goods are transported and delivered.
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Our approach
Logistics is not simply about moving cargo. It is about understanding what matters to the client, managing the risks around the movement and delivering the right solution reliably and professionally.
The experience behind the business
Depth of experience, not a single service.
Our founder, Qiniso Xaba, brings 19 years of experience across logistics, maritime, mining, commodities and energy. His career began in operations and grew through maritime and ships agency, vessel operations, freight, commodity movements, commercial management and regional leadership. That gives us a practical view of the logistics value chain from both the operational and commercial sides.
- Logistics and freight management
- Maritime and shipping operations
- Ships agency and vessel operations
- Port and cargo operations
- Warehousing and supply-chain coordination
- Mining and commodities logistics
- Oil & gas and energy-related supply chains
- International trade and cross-border logistics
- Business development and market expansion
- Commercial management and contract negotiation
- Strategic account management and customer retention
- Regional operations and P&L accountability
Vision 2030
A trusted, technology-driven logistics network across Southern Africa.
Build
Establish a reliable logistics operation built on professionalism, safety and consistent service.
Connect
Connect businesses, suppliers, distributors and customers through dependable transportation solutions.
Expand
Grow our operations across Southern Africa and establish a strong regional logistics network.
Innovate
Use technology, data and smarter systems to improve visibility, efficiency and logistics management.
Our regional footprint
Ten countries. One network.
Operating from Johannesburg and Durban, we coordinate cargo across South Africa and the wider Southern African region.
South Africa
Angola
Eswatini
Zambia
Botswana
Zimbabwe
Namibia
Malawi
Mozambique
DR Congo
Our fleet
On the road under one brand.
From long-haul trailers to last-mile vans, every vehicle carries the same brand.
How it works
Clarity from enquiry to delivery.
A straightforward process keeps decisions clear and your shipment moving.
Understand
Clarify cargo, route, timing and business priorities.
Plan
Develop the right logistics and coordination approach.
Execute
Coordinate stakeholders, documents and movements.
Communicate
Identify exceptions early and follow through to completion.
Our priority: clear ownership, proactive communication and reliable follow-through.
Request a quote
Tell us what needs to move.
Share the basics and continue your request directly with our team on WhatsApp.
076 723 8749
Responsive commercial support
Frequently asked
Before your cargo moves.
What information do I need for a quote?
Collection and delivery points, cargo description, weight, dimensions, timing and special handling requirements are the best place to start.
Can you coordinate cross-border shipments?
Yes. XLG plans road, sea and air movements involving border and customs coordination across Southern Africa, subject to route and cargo requirements.
Do you handle project and specialised cargo?
Yes. We assess each project individually and build a suitable handling and routing plan for general, containerised, project and specialised cargo.
Which industries do you support?
Our experience spans mining and minerals, commodities, energy (oil & gas, petroleum products and LPG) and industrial and commercial cargo.
Contact us
Let’s move your business forward.
Speak directly with our team about your next movement, logistics challenge or supply chain opportunity.
Call us076 723 8749Send a messageStart on WhatsAppEmail usqiniso.xaba@xabalogisticsgroup.co.za
Offices: Johannesburg & Durban98 Protea Road, Malanshof, Randburg 2194 · 128 Ntonto Zulu Drive, Durban 4031