Who we are
At Port and Pillar, our comprehensive suite of logistics services is engineered to move your business forward with unmatched efficiency, security, and reliability. As a fully integrated, multi-modal provider, we seamlessly connect global trade with local distribution through expert ocean freight, Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) transit, and flexible road trucking. Beyond transportation, our end-to-end capabilities encompass secure Nairobi warehousing, swift in-house customs clearance, meticulous cargo handling and storage, specialized repacking, and strategic tender and procurement support. By unifying these critical services under one roof, we eliminate supply chain fragmentation, providing you with a single, streamlined, and cost-effective pathway from the port of origin to the final pillar of your business.
This is what we do.
Smart Warehousing & Distribution
- Key features: Inventory tracking, pick-and-pack, bonded storage, and order fulfillment
Ocean & Sea Freight
- Key features: FCL & LCL, port clearance, vessel scheduling, and global network access.
Rail Freight Solutions
- Key features: Bulk cargo handling, SGR integration, scheduled departures, and reduced transit costs.
Trucking & Road Freight
- Key features: GPS-tracked fleet, flatbeds & refrigerated trucks, cross-border transit, and express delivery.
Tender & Procurement Services
At Port and Pillar, we extend our logistics expertise beyond transportation to offer comprehensive Tender and Procurement Services. We assist businesses, NGOs, and government agencies in sourcing high-quality goods, managing complex bidding processes, and ensuring the seamless delivery of procured materials. By combining our deep regional supplier networks with our robust supply chain capabilities, we handle the entire lifecycle of your procurement needs—from vendor selection and quality assurance to final delivery—ensuring your large-scale projects are completed on time, compliant with all regulations, and strictly within budget.
In-House Customs Clearance
Navigating the complexities of international trade requires speed, accuracy, and deep regulatory knowledge. That is why Port and Pillar boasts a dedicated, in-house customs clearance team. Unlike companies that outsource this critical step, our internal experts manage all documentation, tariff classifications, and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) compliance directly. This streamlined approach eliminates communication delays, significantly reduces the risk of port demurrage, and ensures your cargo is cleared swiftly at the Port of Mombasa or the Nairobi Inland Container Depot (ICD), keeping your supply chain moving without costly interruptions.
Handling & Storage
Our state-of-the-art Nairobi facilities are engineered for the safe, efficient, and scalable Handling and Storage of your valuable cargo. From the moment your goods arrive, our trained operational teams utilize modern material-handling equipment to carefully unload, sort, and palletize your shipments. Our secure warehousing spaces offer flexible solutions, ranging from short-term transit holding to long-term inventory distribution. Equipped with 24/7 manned security, CCTV surveillance, and advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), we ensure your goods are protected, meticulously tracked, and perfectly organized for rapid dispatch.
Repacking & Consolidation
Sometimes, cargo requires a physical transformation to meet local distribution requirements or recover from transit wear. Port and Pillar offers professional Repacking services tailored to your specific operational needs. Whether you need to consolidate Less-than-Container Load (LCL) shipments, break down large international pallets into smaller, retail-ready units, or replace damaged transit packaging to protect your goods for the final mile, our warehouse team handles it with precision. This vital value-added service ensures your products are optimized for the local market and arrive at their final destination in perfect condition, ready for immediate sale or use.
