About SIFAX Group
SIFAX Group is a group of companies with investment in Maritime, Aviation, Oil & Gas, Haulage & Logistics, Financial Services and Hospitality. The company has built a reputation of excellent service delivery anchored on the foundation of competent workforce, world-class services, consumer-centric philosophy, tailor-made business solutions and modern equipment deployment.
Our consumer-centric philosophy compels us to put the customers and their best interest at the centre of our operations. We constantly review our processes and innovate in order to meet the dynamic and unique need of each customer.
From port terminal operations to freight handling, haulage and logistics, warehousing, related logistics intermediary services, and other non- logistics services like hospitality and oil & gas, SIFAX Group has developed the capacity to satisfy different categories of customers. Every time we handle any business for our customers, DELIVERING BEST VALUE is our ultimate goal.
Our History
The company, which began operations as SIFAX Nigeria Limited in 1988, started as a freight forwarding agency in Lagos, Nigeria. Services rendered at its inception included freight forwarding, haulage and warehousing operations, as well as adjunct import and export support services.
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SIFAX Nigeria Limited in 1988, started as a Freight forwarding agency in Lagos, Nigeria
The company, which began operations as SIFAX Nigeria Limited in 1988, started as a freight forwarding agency in Lagos, Nigeria. Services rendered at its inception included freight forwarding, haulage and warehousing operations, as well as adjunct import and export support services.
Jan 1, 1988SIFAX Group commenced operations in Ghana
SIFAX Group commenced operations in Ghana on 21st June 2001
Jun 21, 2001SIFAX Off Dock Nigeria Limited was established
In 2004, SIFAX Off Dock Nigeria Limited was established to efficiently operate off-dock facilities and services of the Group.
Jan 1, 2004Ports & Cargo Handling Services Limited, won the competitive bid to manage the Terminal C
In 2006, The Group, through one of its subsidiaries, Ports & Cargo Handling Services Limited, won the competitive bid to manage the Terminal C, Tin Can Island Ports, Lagos under the Federal Government’s port concessioning programme.
Jan 1, 2006Ajoke Ayisat Afolabi Foundation was established.
In 2008, the Philanthropy arm of SIFAX Group – Ajoke Ayisat Afolabi Foundation was established.
Jan 1, 2008SIFAX Haulage & Logistics Company Limited was established
To strengthen its supply chain business, SIFAX Haulage & Logistics Company Limited was established in 2008. As a leading haulage business with over 100 trucks, the company today services various clients around the country.
Jan 1, 2008SIFAX Group also acquired the Skyway Aviation Handling Company Limited (SAHCOL)
In December 2009, SIFAX Group also acquired the Skyway Aviation Handling Company Limited (SAHCOL), an aviation ground and passenger handling company.
Sep 1, 2009SIFAX Oil & Gas Company Limited was incorporated and commenced business
SIFAX Oil & Gas Company Limited was incorporated in 2010 and commenced business same year. It participated in the government regulated international trading of petroleum products in 2010 and 2011. The company has also acquired a licence to build a 120,000 bpd capacity Greenfield refinery in...
Jan 1, 2010SIFAX Logistics & Marine Services Limited was incorporated
SIFAX Logistics & Marine Services Limited was incorporated in 2013 to provide logistics and marine services for Nigeria and the West Africa sub-region.
Jan 1, 2013SIFAX Group hospitality arm – Mac Folly Limited was launched
SIFAX Group hospitality arm – Mac Folly Limited was launched, with the ground breaking of its marquee hotel – Marriot Hotel
Jan 1, 2014TAAM Conference was launched.
The Taiwo Afolabi Annual Maritime Conference (TAAM Conference) was launched.
Jan 1, 2015SAHCO Plc officially listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange.
SAHCO Plc officially listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange.
Apr 5, 2018SIFAX Group signed MoU to build and operate multi-million dollars port in Gambia
SIFAX Group signed MoU to build and operate multi-million dollars port in Gambia
Aug 8, 2018SIFAX Financial Services & Sky Capital and Financial Allied International Limited was launched
SIFAX Financial Services & Sky Capital and Financial Allied International Limited was launched in 2019 the subsidiary oversees the operations of the banks which SIFAX Group acquired in The Gambia and Sierra Leone.
Jan 1, 2019SIFAX Group led consortium – Ocean & Cargo Terminal Services Limited
SIFAX Group led consortium – Ocean & Cargo Terminal Services Limited won the concession for Terminal B, Warri Old Port, Delta State.
Mar 8, 2019The Group launched “Quantum Leap”.
The Group launched its 5-year strategic growth plan with the code name “Quantum Leap”.
Sep 20, 2019The company partnered with Mid Maritime Company.
The company expanded its Off Dock operations after a strategic partnership agreement with Mid Maritime Company.
Oct 23, 2019PCHS acquired over $20 million equipment, including 5 shore cranes.
PCHS acquired over $20 million equipment, including 5 shore cranes.
Nov 23, 2019Our Vision
To become Africa’s global conglomerate that creates significant value for all economies.
Our Mission
To build a sustainable, customer-centric business that optimizes stakeholder value.
Our Core Values
- Professionalism
- Integrity
- Care
- Innovation
- Teamwork
Awards
Our landmark achievements are ground breaking, showing our organization and its subsidiary companies as industry leaders with knack for excellence and customer satisfaction. The array of awards garnered over the years speaks volumes of the impact we have made to our customers, industries where we operate and the society at large.
Award for Immense Contribution to Community Security. True Events 2019
Business Conglomerate Company of the Year Award 22nd City People 2019
Most Outstanding Indigenous Terminal Operator in Nigeria. The League 2019
Most Innovative & Impactful Shipping & Cargo Company in West Africa Nigeria Brand Award 2017
Red Ribbon Diamond Partner Award NDLEA 2016
Award for Contributions to Community Development Apapa Club 2016
Most Notable Innovative Maritime Operator. The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport 2015