In this article, we’ll be seeing a comprehensive list of the top 7 logistics companies in Lagos, Nigeria. The logistics business is one of the most important businesses in Nigeria and the world at large, especially as more people are embracing the era of tech and e-commerce. Whether you’re dropshipping, or you run a restaurant or an online fashion brand Like Luxraid, you’d surely need the services of a logistics company.
What is a logistics business?
Before we proceed to the main article, you need to understand what a logistics business is about in case the term still sounds foreign to you.
A logistics business or company deals with the efficient forward and reverse flow of goods, services, and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption according to the needs of customers.
In short, they help clients move their goods from one place to another. There are logistic companies that cover the entire journey (from the point of origin to the consumer), while others help with a part of the process; ie packaging, warehousing, shipping, or even disposal.
When choosing a logistics company, you need to take several factors into consideration, including reviews from previous customers and the distribution network of your logistics partner. Some companies run internally (within Lagos) while some run nationwide (eg, from Owerri to Lagos). We’ll be listing the top logistic companies in Lagos and their distribution networks.
7 Best Logistic Companies In Lagos
Let’s check out the top 7 logistic companies in Lagos, with their websites, contact information and distribution networks:
1. ABC Cargo Express
ABC Transport is one of Nigeria’s top transportation companies, founded in 1993 by Frank Nneji. It was the first transport company to become a Public limited company (PLC) and also popularized Coach (bus) service on the West African coast.
The ABC Cargo Express is a member of the ABC Transport Plc. Group, and has been in existence for more than 25 years. It covers cities in Nigeria and West Africa as a whole and is known for its fast, efficient, and cost-saving parcel delivery services.
Website: abccargoxpress.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0813 986 2090, 08142552445, 080-63261919
Address: 52C, Ikorodu Road Fadeyi, Lagos State. Nigeria
2. DHL
DHL is a German logistics company founded in 1969 in San Francisco, U.S. by Adrian Dalsey, Larry Hillblom, and Robert Lynn. The company gets its name from the surnames of the founders Dalsey, Hillblom, and Lynn. It has in its over 50 years of running, grown to over 600,000 employees with a presence in 220 countries and territories.
Website: dhl.com
Email: Kindly visit the website
Phone: 0700 CALL DHL (0700 225 5345)
Address: DHL International (Nigeria) Ltd., Isolo Expressway, New Airport Rd Junction, Isolo, Lagos
3. Courier Plus
Courier Plus was founded in 2009 and has in a few years, grown to become the fourth largest logistics and distribution company in Nigeria. CourierPlus has more than 70 offices across the 36 states in Nigeria and also delivers packages to over 200 countries.
They offer a wide array of express, courier, and logistic support solutions in striving sectors such as manufacturing, utilities, financial services, telecom, manufacturing, and even government agencies.
Website: courierplus-ng.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +234 703 307 4129
Address: 42 Concord Way off Airport Road, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
4. GIG Logistics
Just like ABC Transport, GIGM is another top transportation company that offers logistic services. GIG Mobility was founded in 1998 by Edwin and Stella Ajaere and by 2010, their son Chidi Ajaere, took over administration of the company.
GIG Logistics (a subsidiary of the GIG Group) is one of the largest logistics companies in Nigeria with more than 800 employees and a network of 122 experience centers spread across Nigeria. One fantastic fact I love about GIGM is that they offer one of the most affordable same-day delivery services in the country. They also deliver parcels across major parts in the world, from Ghana to the US, UK and even more.
Website: giglogistics.com
Email: Kindly check the website
Phone: +234 813 985 1120
Address: Kindly check the website to find out the closest office
5. FedEx Express
FedEx Express (formerly Federal Express Corporation) was founded in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1971 by Frederick W. Smith. It has over the years, grown to become one one of the largest logistics companies in the world with a presence in over 220 countries and territories, and more than 30,000 employees across the world.
Whether you’re shipping an item to your customer in the US, or a relative in Germany, FedEx Express will help you get it to the person at the right time.
Website: fedex.com
Email: Kindly check the website
Phone: 7080601198
Address: #70 Intl Arpt Road, Lagos
6. Valuehandlers Int’l Limited
Valuehandlers is another leading freight forwarder and clearing agency in Nigeria, They have been existing for more than 15 years and have over time, gotten a strong presence in more than 80 countries. Valuehandlers customers can ship to Nigerians from various countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Singapore, China, Germany, and the United States.
They work with clients in various sectors, cutting across manufacturing, construction/mining, oil and gas, medicals, and general merchandise.
Website: valuehandlers.com
Email: [email protected] (kindly check the website for other emails)
Phone: 234 803 224 1768
Address: 12, Joseph Odunlami Street, Off Thomas Salako St, Ogba, Lagos
7. Fortune Global Limited
Fortune Global Limited is a popular Nigerian freight forwarding, project logistics management, ships agency, and supply-chain management company. Established in 2006 in Nigeria, the company has grown to become one of the country’s most popular logistics brands with a global service network in over 100 countries.
Fortune Global Shipping and Logistics Limited operates from its headquarters in Nigeria and locations in other African countries like Ghana, Nigeria, Djibouti and Kenya.
Website: fglobalshipping.com
Email: [email protected] (kindly check the website for other emails)
Phone: +234 814 968 7490
Address: 15, Fatai Irawo Street, Ajao Estate, Lagos State
Conclusion
The logistics business is undoubtedly growing in Lagos and Nigeria at large, partly because more businesses are adopting the internet. Remember to conduct intense research to know which company is best for your business, considering factors like locations and types of items you’d be shipping.
Before I drop the pen, do you run a logistics business or are you interested in starting one? You’d probably need a website. Our sister company, WebX Services (WebX.ng) creates all kinds of websites, including professional logistics websites with tracking codes. You can reach out to them by visiting the website, WebX.ng, or using any of the information on our contact page.
If you’re a business owner looking to take your business online, you can also reach out to WebX, they offer various services, from setting up your website to search engine optimization, promotions, and more.
Do you run a business that requires logistics? Which of the above-listed companies have you patronized? What do you think of them? Kindly drop your reviews below.
