Kamtar
Connecting customers with the best truck drivers in West Africa.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
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| Total Funding | 000k | ||
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Kamtar is a digital logistics platform that connects businesses and individuals with a network of truck drivers for goods transportation, primarily operating in Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal. The company was founded in 2018 by Arthur Thuet, Delylia El-Khatib, and Titilayo Ogunbiyi. The founding team brought together diverse expertise; Arthur Thuet had a background in finance and investment in Africa, Delylia El-Khatib had experience in business development on the continent, and Titilayo Ogunbiyi contributed her knowledge from the transportation sector. This combination of skills was instrumental in addressing the inefficiencies they observed in the local logistics market.
The business operates as an on-demand B2B and B2C service, facilitating the rental of trucks with drivers for various needs, from large corporate deliveries to smaller individual transport requests. Kamtar's revenue is generated by taking a commission on each transaction completed through its platform. The service aims to solve common problems in the informal logistics sector, such as unreliable delivery times, lack of real-time tracking, and inconsistent pricing. For its clients, which range from large corporations like Jumia and Bolloré to small and medium-sized enterprises and individuals, Kamtar offers a streamlined booking process via its app or website, transparent pricing, and GPS tracking for all shipments.
For the truck drivers, who are often independent owners, Kamtar provides access to a broader client base, which can increase their monthly income and optimize their vehicle usage by reducing empty return trips. The platform aggregates a large fleet of vehicles, reportedly over 3,000, ensuring availability and competitive pricing for its users. A significant milestone was achieved when the company secured investment from a consortium including Mobility 54, a corporate venture capital fund of Toyota Tsusho Corporation & CFAO Group, which has supported its expansion and technological development.
Keywords: logistics platform, trucking, freight brokerage, on-demand delivery, Africa logistics, B2B transport, supply chain management, fleet management, West Africa, goods transportation