The African retail and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by urbanization, the emergence of a connected middle class and increasing demand for a wide range of affordable products. This growth requires agile logistics capable of addressing fragmented supply chains, limited infrastructure and last-mile delivery challenges. Fresh product management, secure flows, customs compliance and adaptation to local regulations call for flexible, sustainable and digitalized solutions to support the expansion of trade across the continent.
Our value proposition
The supply chain for consumer goods and retail is complex due to the large number of suppliers, often located far from production facilities and markets. Product diversity, turnover frequency, storage constraints and multiple delivery points require efficient logistics management.
AGL designs and implements solutions that balance quality, cost control and on-time delivery, adapting its approach to meet the needs and specific requirements of each company in the FMCG sector:
- Personal hygiene & household cleaning products
- Food & Beverage
- Beauty, fashion, luxury goods
- DIY, home & offices supplies
- Home appliances & electrical devices
- E-commerce
By ensuring the efficient distribution of essential goods, AGL supports local retailers, improves living conditions, and contributes to sustainable logistics that drive economic growth across Africa.
Logistics services at every stage of the supply chain
Transport & Distribution
- Multimodal transport: air, sea, chartering, express
- Temperature-controlled: refrigerated transport by sea (refrigerated vessels, Iso kits) and air (CO9, COS, Q10, Envirotainers)
- Specialist packaging: flexitank, dry ice, liquids etc
- Purchase Order management
- Consolidation of goods
- Reliable delivery including, last-mile logistics to the most remote areas
Quality & Compliance
- Quality control: visual inspection, quantitative checks
- Customs and regulatory compliance
- Real time tracking and notifications
- Key Performance Indicators
Warehousing & Value-Added Services
- Advanced storage and distribution platforms
- Ambiant, refrigerated or frozen storage
- Inventory Management
- Value-added services:
- Labeling and packaging
- Co-packing assembly
- Collection and loading
- Reverse logistics
Optimizing FMCG Supply Chains with SCA Africa
Through its Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and Purchaser Managed Inventory (PMI) solutions, SCA Africa helps retailers and distributors improve stock availability, streamline distribution, and reduce supply chain risks.
Our assets
Solutions for the consumer goods and retail industry relies on:
- Advanced storage and distribution platforms.
- Regional distribution centres close to strategic ports and airports reducing transit times.
- Dedicated fleet for cross-border and last-mile distribution.
- Strong partnerships with major airlines and shipping companies.
- A network of health and safety experts to ensure operational excellence.
- Complete visibility and real-time monitoring at every stage.
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