DB Schenker to acquire 100.0% ownership of Desert Logistics in Namibia

DB Schenker Logistics has opened up its own business in Namibia. Over the past five years, the Company’s customers relied on the services of partner Desert Logistics. After a successful partnership, it was agreed that DB Schenker would acquire 100.0% ownership of Desert Logistics to further improve service levels and extend the global reach. The acquisition was approved by the Namibia Competitions Commission.

Schenker Namibia (Pty) Ltd. is now representing the global DB Schenker network with 2,000 locations in more than 130 countries. The focus of the activities is on looking forward to exponential growth in the Namibian market whilst maintaining good relations with existing customers by providing reliable and cost efficient world class logistics services.

Services provided include Air and Ocean Freight, Freight Forwarding (Road and Rail), Customs Clearing, Warehousing and Distribution, Courier Services, and Ground Handling. The new DB Schenker subsidiary is based in Windhoek and has an office in Walvis Bay.