AspenLogistics

ASPEN LOGISTICS

Specialists in safe, efficient and reliable transportation

in the FMCG market

Most South Africans will be familiar with many of the products that Aspen are involved in transporting, for clients such as Tiger Brands, Massmart Holdings and Parmalat South Africa who need fast and reliable distribution to major retailers.Transporting perishable goods from A to B is a crucial operation, with strict food temperature regulations that must be adhered to. Delays and errors, however slight, could mean the difference between a batch of goods arriving in perfect condition or unsafe to eat.It was this high pressure environment that Aspen decided they could excel in. That’s why in 2003, three years after the company was founded as a transport broking service, it began offering its own bespoke

service to clients. Being in total control of temperatures and timings meant Aspen could set the highest standards.Since purchasing its own fleet of trucks, Aspen Logistics hasn’t looked back. With a footprint that has grown exponentially in the last decade, the company offers both long haul and short haul transportation, either to cities and regions within South Africa or its bordering countries.

FLEET AND FACILITIES The company’s 80-strong fleet includes horse and 30 pallet reefer combinations for long-haul projects, with short haul vehicles ranging from 8 ton, 14 ton rigid and 24 ton horse and reefer combinations.

Aspen Logistic Services specialises in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) market, with the capability to transport temperature controlled and dry products for clients

far and wide from its offices in Gauteng, Durban, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth.

There’s nothing new about Automated Manual Transmission trucks. In fact we’ve been telling you about them for years. We pioneered the technology and introduced it into South Africa and through that became the market leader. But it isn’t just sales that have made us number one. It’s our tried and tested history with this technology and it’s how we apply that knowledge through committed after sales service. Think about this when you’re choosing an AMT.

For more information on our latest range call 08600 47898 or visit www.isuzutrucks.co.za

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The truck tractors are standardised Freightliners while the trailers are PPECB approved, meaning each one has been certified by the Perishable Products Export Control Board to safely export perishable products.Using Caterpillar engines and experienced drivers is integral to the

company’s success. Aspen knows that in such a demanding industry minimising your outlay isn’t the key to maximising profits. The upkeep of the fleet is integral to operations and to this end, regular maintenance programmes for vehicles are always strictly adhered to, to minimise any time a vehicle is out of action.Key to Aspen’s services is being able

to operate a trouble-free logistics chain from start to finish. Sister company, Aspen International Services, specialises in clearing and forwarding to help with this process and prevent any potential problems.

SPECIALIST MANUFACTURERS OF: Truck bodies and trailers that are relied upon

dry freight and refrigerated vehicles offering superior strength and corrosion resistant

Supported by national manufacturing and after-sales repair service 36-month warranty.

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OPERATIONS In the current market with premium technology, clients desire to know the exact location of its goods at any given minute of the day. To meet these demands, Aspen has installed a state-of-the-art satellite tracking system in each and every vehicle which allows for real time monitoring in the company’s 24/7 control room. In addition, it also outsources a third-party tracking company to track things such as alarm signals, vehicle route deviations and compiling data on any factors that impact vehicle utilisation.Aspen is a committed employer with a goal of long term sustainability and recognise black economic empowerment as a business

Sujen Padayatchi has been Managing Director of Aspen for ten years, overseeing a time in which there has been a huge shift towards sustainability and environmentally responsible operations, a consideration that has not passed the company by.“We operate Thermoking SLX refrigeration units which have made enormous strides in reducing CO2 emissions as well as reducing fuel consumption and reduced noise pollution,” Padayatchi explains. The company has also instilled this need to be eco-friendly in its members of staff, with initiatives like paper collections, the introduction of bottle banks and centralised printers.

imperative. Aspen is a level 2 BBBEE accredited organisation. Its empowerment programme covers; management; employment equity; skills development and community upliftment through social investment programmes.

WORK IN THE COMMUNITY Aspen takes corporate social initiatives as seriously as its dayt—day operations and invests a lot of time and money in giving back to

the local community.It contributes to causes that affect the people of the regions it operates in, such as AIDS. One such charity is Oliver’s House, situated in Benoni on the East Rand, which manages two feeding centres, a children’s care centre and a computer training centre.In Durban Aspen provides support to a project ran by local church Beth’Le-Hem Eph’Ra-Tah, which works closely with disadvantaged

communities. ITs work ranges from ensuring children are fed to providing education bursaries.Other charities Aspen donates to include Doctors Without Borders and Gift of the Givers Foundation, helping victims of war and natural disasters.

AMBITIONAspen has two simple objectives: “To create smart partnerships with our clients by providing a tailored,

premium service to them at a cost effective price,” and “to constantly improve efficiencies within the supply chain through ongoing innovation to meet the industry’s ever evolving requirements.”Its investment in the latest technologies and being able to adapt to a wider, cross-continental market outside of South Africa means Aspen has been able to go from strength to strength in recent years.

African Business Coverage Issue 9

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