Logistics & Transport Services
In a country as vast and diverse as Tanzania, efficient logistics is the backbone of national development and private sector success. IYAYI COMPANY LIMITED has established a modern and responsive logistics division built to support the timely and secure movement of goods across the country — from the port cities of Mtwara and Dar es Salaam to inland industrial and rural zones.
Our logistics and transport services are tailored to meet the demands of clients in different sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, retail, construction, and humanitarian aid. We understand that delays, miscommunication, and unreliable third-party vendors can cripple your operations — that’s why we’ve built a system that prioritizes transparency, accountability, and technical coordination.
Scope of Services
We leverage a fleet of GPS-monitored vehicles, experienced drivers, and a logistics management team that plans and executes each movement based on route analysis, fuel efficiency, cargo security, and delivery timelines. Our operational model is adaptable for long-haul transport, inter-regional deliveries, and emergency logistics support, especially in remote and under-served regions.
- Reliable fleet of trucks, pickups, vans, and utility vehicles
- Real-time GPS tracking for location and performance monitoring
- Preventive maintenance protocols for vehicle readiness
- Drivers trained in defensive driving and cargo handling
- Procurement logistics from supplier to warehouse or end client
- Coordinated dispatch from ports, production sites, and depots
- Multi-destination delivery routes with real-time communication
- Third-party freight negotiations and backhaul optimisation
- Consolidation and last-mile delivery from regional hubs
- Transport scheduling for time-sensitive or high-volume consignments
- Regular deliveries to Lindi, Morogoro, Dodoma, Mwanza, and beyond
- Bulk and palletized cargo distribution for FMCGs and retailers
- Movement of sensitive cargo (e.g. medical equipment, electronics)
- Controlled conditions transport (e.g. food, lab samples)
- Escort services for high-value cargo
- Emergency response deployment for critical infrastructure supplies
- Custom long-term transport solutions for development projects
- Monthly/quarterly dispatch plans with performance KPIs
- Documented delivery verification with signed PODs
- Warehousing, cross-docking, and 3PL support where needed
Operational Strengths
Logistics coverage extending from major cities (Dar es Salaam, Mtwara, Arusha) to rural project sites in challenging terrain
Drivers, loaders, and logistics coordinators undergo regular compliance and safety training
Weekly/monthly reporting on transport performance and delivery metrics
Fleet management systems with dashboard reporting and route analytics
Ability to ramp up services during peak seasons or emergency relief response
Typical Clients & Sectors Served
- Import/Export Companies: Port-to-warehouse transportation and customs-cleared deliveries
- Construction & Engineering Firms: Timely delivery of bulk construction materials and site equipment
- Retail & FMCG Distributors: Scheduled regional deliveries and inter-branch restocking
- NGOs & Humanitarian Agencies: Transport of medical kits, relief supplies, and field deployment equipment
- Government Ministries & Institutions: Delivery of public service supplies, logistics for outreach programs
Recent Highlights
Handled over 500 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) of goods from Mtwara and Dar es Salaam ports to inland clients in 2024
Supported cross-regional distribution for a major agricultural input program across southern Tanzania
Executed high-priority deliveries for a health NGO supplying remote clinics during emergency conditions
Future Enhancements (2025 Onward)
- Expansion of warehousing facilities in Dar es Salaam and Dodoma
- Deployment of a cloud-based logistics management platform (LMS)
- Acquisition of additional refrigerated trucks for temperature-sensitive transport
- ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management in Logistics (in process)