Overview
Africa Global Logistics (AGL), formerly known as Bolloré Africa Logistics, is a prominent French company specializing in transport and logistics services across Africa. Established in 2008, AGL operates in 45 African countries through a network of 250 subsidiaries, employing over 25,000 staff members.
Services Offered:
- Port Operations: AGL manages 42 port terminals, including 16 container terminals and 35 dry ports, in countries such as Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, Togo, and Guinea.
- Rail Transport: The company holds railway concessions like Sitarail (Côte d’Ivoire-Burkina Faso) and Camrail (Cameroon), facilitating the movement of goods and passengers between neighboring countries.
- Logistics Services: AGL offers multimodal transport, trade compliance, contract logistics, global supply chain management, industrial projects, e-commerce solutions, and customer value services.
Ownership and Transition:
In December 2021, the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) acquired AGL’s parent company, Bolloré Transport & Logistics. This acquisition was finalized in March 2022, leading to the rebranding of Bolloré Africa Logistics as Africa Global Logistics in March 2023.
Headquarters:
The headquarters of Africa Global Logistics is located at 33 Quai de Dion Bouton, 92811 Puteaux, France.
AGL plays a crucial role in enhancing Africa’s transport and logistics infrastructure, contributing significantly to the continent’s economic development by improving connectivity and supply chain efficiency.