Expanding project logistics support for Africa

Combi Lift, which offers project logistics and heavy lift transportation services for the energy, mining, infrastructure, industrial, and renewable sectors, is strengthening its footprint in Africa

The company has announced the launch of Combi Lift Sub-Saharan Africa (CL SSA) with a regional headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The new entity draws on the experience of a strong international leadership team, including Dr Martin Harren, owner and CEO of Harren Group, who provides strategic leadership and guidance for the international expansion.

Harren said the expansion marks a key moment in Combi Lift’s global growth strategy and reinforces its commitment to supporting complex industrial and infrastructure projects across Africa.

“Africa offers significant opportunities and our presence in Johannesburg strengthens our ability to deliver integrated logistics solutions,” he said.

“Together with our global network and the strong support of Combi Lift India, we are well positioned to support major industrial and infrastructure projects across the continent.”

He said CL SSA positions Combi Lift closer to customers and stakeholders in key African markets, enabling enhanced operational support, faster response times and stronger regional engagement across key industry sectors.

Africa continues to attract significant investment in large-scale infrastructure and industrial development, driving demand for specialised project logistics expertise.

From its Johannesburg hub, CL SSA will provide integrated solutions ranging from project forwarding and heavy lift transportation to multimodal logistics, cargo engineering, customs management, warehousing and turnkey execution.

Sunil Shetty, managing director of Combi Lift India, has been appointed CL SSA managing director, and will lead regional growth and engagement with customers.

“CL SSA combines global expertise with local execution,” said Shetty.

“Our goal is to become the preferred logistics partner for large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects across Africa, while supporting Indian EPCs and OEMs expanding into the region.”

By combining global resources with local expertise, the company aims to serve as a trusted partner for major projects across the continent.

A key element of its strategy is close cooperation between CL SSA, Combi Lift India and other Combi Lift offices.

This will include tracking opportunities with Indian EPC contractors and OEMs as they continue to expand their presence in Africa.

Combi Lift India already manages complex project cargo flows from manufacturing and project sites in India to destinations across sub-Saharan Africa, leveraging its expertise in heavy lift and turnkey logistics solutions.

“Together, Combi Lift India and CL SSA provide an integrated platform that enhances supply chain visibility, efficiency and risk management for clients investing in the region,” a statement released by the company noted.

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