Trans Africa service introduced by CCI Worldwide Logistics

CCI Worldwide Logistics, the international freight forwarding arm of the CCI Group, has officially launched “Trans Africa,” a technology-driven logistics platform aimed at transforming cross-border freight movement across the African continent. Backed by an investment of ₹106 crore, the initiative is projected to handle 5,000 TEUs annually via both air and sea routes. With an estimated 15% return on investment, the platform is designed to boost freight volumes and streamline trade by leveraging innovation, connectivity, and scalable logistics solutions. The move comes at a time when intra-African trade remains low accounting for just 16% of the continent’s total exports, according to a UNCTAD report. However, with the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the region is poised for rapid growth, potentially expanding into a $3.4 trillion market. Maritime freight traffic alone is expected to more than double from 58 million tonnes to 132 million tonnes by 2030. Despite the promise,