Japanese logistics firm Yusen Logistics and Africa Global Logistics (AGL) have launched a new joint freight forwarding and logistics company, Yusen Africa (East Africa) Limited, with its headquarters in Nairobi.
The new company will operate from Kenya and serve the wider Eastern Africa region, providing integrated freight forwarding and logistics services to support growing trade and supply chain needs.
In a joint statement, the two firms said Kenya will act as a strategic regional hub, supporting major trade routes such as the Northern Corridor, Central Corridor, and the Ethiopia–Djibouti corridor.
The partnership brings together AGL’s strong regional presence and local market knowledge with Yusen Logistics’ global network, digital systems and international supply chain expertise.
Yusen Africa (East Africa) Limited will serve clients in several sectors, including automotive, healthcare, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), infrastructure, and industrial projects.
Demand for logistics services in Kenya has been growing, driven by the country’s role as a key trade gateway in East Africa, continued infrastructure development and the rise of e-commerce.
According to the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), cargo handled at the Port of Mombasa increased by 10 per cent to 45.45 million metric tonnes last year. In 2024, the port handled 40.99 million metric tonnes, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 4.46 million metric tonnes.
Container traffic also grew to 2.11 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), up from 2.00 million TEUs in 2024, representing a 5.5 per cent increase.
AGL International Logistics and Railways CEO Eric Melet said the joint venture will improve service delivery across the region.
“We are honoured to launch this joint venture in Nairobi, combining AGL’s regional expertise with Yusen Logistics’ global strength for the benefit of our customers,” Melet said. “The partnership will help us deliver more efficient and high-value logistics solutions while supporting economic growth in East Africa.”
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