Manline is one of South Africa's most respected logistics companies, delivering professional transport, warehousing and supply chain solutions to companies that demand service excellence.

As a dynamic organisation, we've experienced sustained growth through the implementation of forward thinking processes, systems and controls - all developed around a customer-orientated culture. We believe that superior customer service, delivered by the right people, is the key to achievement in the service industry.

• Dedicated to service excellence
• Continual Innovation
• Advanced logistics and technology solutions � MAX
• Tailor-made solutions to suit our customers needs
• Strong empowerment credentials
• Competitive pricing
• Proven track record
• Experienced teams

Our success is attributable to our people.

We strive to attract, retain and grow a competent team of dedicated, creative individuals. Furthermore, we recognise the disparities that exist in the South African workplace and have committed ourselves to making a valid contribution to change. Our empowerment drive is based on three key aspects: black economic empowerment at all levels, employment equity and social investment programmes.

Board of Directors

Neil Henderson (Chairman)
Neil founded Manline in 1998 and has played a key role in all aspects of Manline\'s growth. His focus has been on applying modern business principles and management practices in order to differentiate Manline in the logistics industry. Neil has a Bachelor of Business Science (Hons) from the University of Cape Town.

Mlungisi Kwini
Mlu is the founder of Lukhanyo Transport & Logistics, a family-owned company that offers transport and logistics solutions for the mining and petrochemicals industries. Mlu is also the founder of Ilitha Resources, a company with coal and manganese mining interests. Ilitha is now actively involved in developing its coal fields in the Mpumalanga area. Mlu?s formal academic introduction began at Sokhanyo Lower Primary School in Guguletu (Cape Town) and was rounded off with a Ph.D. in Chemistry (University of California, Santa Barbara)

Fearne Gilson
Fearne, Manline\\\'s Marketing Director, joined the company in March 2001. He has driven a company wide focus on customer service through the introduction of innovative processes that have revolutionised the way we interact with our customers. Fearne has been instrumental in Manline\\\'s growth and has increased the company\\\'s visibility in the South African logistics industry.

Peter Gain
Peter has been involved in corporate finance and advisory services for some 10 years, providing structuring and commercial advice to various corporates, including Manline. He is a successful entrepreneur, who is actively building a portfolio of investments across the mining and logistics sectors through his group Beaconrock Investments. Peter is also the chairman of Warrior Coal, a coal mining and exploration group with a range of assets across South Africa.

Miranda Kwini
Miranda has, since May 2004, served as the CEO and Chief Financial Officer of Lukhanyo Transport & Logistics. Under her leadership Lukhanyo has grown from a business turnover of R43 million to over R100 million in year 2005 - 2006. Miranda is also a director of Ilitha Resources and has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of the Witwatersrand.

Sean Jackson
Sean, Manline\\\'s Financial Director, joined the company in August 2003. After completing his post graduate diploma in Accounting at the University of Natal he commenced his articles at KPMG and qualified as a chartered accountant in 2001. Since joining Manline Sean has restructered the entire accounting and financial reporting function and has implemented financial systems and controls that ensure a solid foundation for growth. Sean continues to manage all financial aspects of the business.

Craig Warr
Craig, Manline\\\'s Operations Director, joined the company in July 2003. Having started his career driving trucks whilst a student, Craig is driven by an absolute passion for the transport industry and has developed a broad operational knowledge over the fifteen years that he has been involved in the industry. Craig oversees all aspects of Manline\\\'s operations, and has focussed on implementing effective procedures, integrated with the latest technology, to maintain world-class levels of service. In addition, Craig is actively involved in the recruitment and training of new drivers, as well as ongoing assessment and revision of driver programmes to ensure a motivated and efficient team of drivers.

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Employment Equity

Manline recognises the inequalities in the South African workplace, particularly in terms of job functions and income, and is committed to transformation. We embrace the objectives of the Employment Equity Act and the Skills Development Act and are in the process of ensuring a diverse workforce, representative of the climate within which we operate.

Manline follows a non-discriminatory employment policy and ensures that previously disadvantaged individuals are afforded equal opportunities in the workplace. Internally we have identified key areas in which current staff members are afforded the opportunity to gain skills previously not available to them.

Manline\'s commitment to empowerment and transformation extends externally to the suppliers with whom we transact. Where possible, we endeavour to conduct business with local suppliers who, like ourselves, embrace the principles of employment equity, equal opportunity and empowerment.

BEE Transport and Logistics group, Lukhanyo, holds 30% of the issued share capital of Manline. Lukhanyo has over 9 years of experience in the transport and logistics industry operating as a fourth party logistics provider in the mining and petrochemicals sectors. Dr Mlungisi Kwini and Dr Miranda Kwini, two of the executive directors of Lukhanyo, sit on the Manline Board of Directors. Mlungisi and Miranda bring a wealth of transport and logistics experience to Manline and they have become invaluable members of the Manline team.

Manline is a BBBEE Level 4 contributor.

Manline has a HIV/Aids policy and is committed to promoting HIV/Aids awareness, education and non-discriminatory practices. Transport is a notoriously high-risk industry and we have identified the need to ensure that our employees are afforded the best opportunities and education in order to control their risk. Together with our Adult Training, on-site clinic and general training programmes, we educate and facilitate awareness in order to maintain a long-term relationship with staff, promoting tolerance and understanding both in the workplace and socially.

As South Africans, it is our duty to provide education, support and hope to those affected by HIV/Aids. At Manline we have acknowledged the need to not only provide for our own staff, but also to identify areas where, through our circle of influence and available resources, we can provide for people in need.

In order to find the right projects and NGO’s we have partnered with the Starfish Greathearts Foundation, who assist us in making our resources work for others.

Starfish exists as a vehicle to mobilise individuals in their various fields of influence to bring hope and opportunity to children orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV/AIDS in South Africa.

Their goal is to build a global community of individuals and their institutions who, through their time, talents and resources, aim to secure the future of these children.

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