Powering Africa’s cross-border trade infrastructure through strategic partnerships with leading institutions across banking, logistics, ports, and compliance sectors.
11bay
OurNetworkof Excellence
11Bay has established trusted partnerships with industry leaders across six critical pillars of international trade. From financial institutions to global shipping lines, our ecosystem connects Africa and Asia through proven infrastructure and expertise. These partnerships enable seamless trade flows, reduce transaction costs, and provide comprehensive support for businesses operating across the corridor.
Banking & Payments
Strategic partnerships with premier financial institutions enable secure, efficient cross-border transactions and trade finance solutions across the Africa–Asia corridor.
Stanbic
Pan-African banking excellence
Standard Chartered
Global trade finance expertise
Absa
African market leadership
TDB
Development finance solutions
Afreximbank
Export-import trade support
GlobalShipping
Partnerships with the world's leading shipping lines ensure reliable vessel
capacity, competitive rates, and comprehensive route coverage between
African and Asian ports.
Maersk
World's largest
container
shipping
company
MSC
Mediterranean
Shipping
excellence
COSCO
China's premier
shipping line
CMA CGM
French global
shipping leader
Hapag-Lloyd
German maritime
expertise
Evergreen
Taiwan-based
global carrier
Freight &Logistics
DHL
Express logistics and
international shipping leader
with comprehensive African
network
Kuehne+Nagel
Integrated supply chain
solutions and contract
logistics expertise
DB Schenker
Rail and multimodal
transport solutions with
European-African
connectivity
Sinotrans
China's premier freight
forwarder specializing in
Asia-Africa trade lanes
Port &CorridorInfrastructure
Strategic alliances with East Africa’s key port authorities ensure priority berthing, streamlined customs procedures, and efficient cargo handling across critical trade gateways.
Kenya Ports Authority
Mombasa gateway serving East
and Central Africa with modern
container facilities and inland
connections
Tanzania Ports Authority
Dar es Salaam hub providing
access to Tanzania, DRC,
Zambia, and the Great Lakes
region
Djibouti Ports
Strategic Horn of Africa
location connecting Ethiopia
and regional landlocked
markets
DP World
Global port operator managing
multiple African terminals with
world-class infrastructure
Inspection &Compliance
Partnerships with internationally recognized testing, inspection, and certification bodies ensure cargo quality, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation throughout the supply chain.
Bureau Veritas
Global conformity assessment
and certification services for
products, systems, and
facilities
Intertek
Comprehensive quality and
safety solutions including
product testing and supply
chain auditing
TÜV Rheinland
German technical inspection authority offering
independent testing and certification services
QIMA
Digital quality control solutions with on-demand
inspections and factory audits across Asia
Manufacturing &Supplier Network
Direct access to Asia’s largest B2B marketplaces and trade platforms connects African buyers with verified manufacturers, enabling efficient sourcing and supplier discovery.
Global Sources
Curated supplier platform
specializing in electronics,
fashion, and consumer goods
.
Made-in-China
Leading Chinese manufacturing
directory featuring verified
factories across all industries
HKTDC
Hong Kong Trade Development
Council facilitating sourcing
missions and trade connections
Six Pillars ofTradeExcellence
11Bay’s comprehensive partnership ecosystem covers every critical aspect of cross-border commerce, from financial infrastructure to final delivery.
1
Banking & Payments
6 premier financial institutions
2
Supplier Network
4 major B2B platforms
3
Inspection & Compliance
5 certification leaders
4
Global Shipping
6 major ocean carriers
5
Freight & Logistics
4 international forwarders
6
Port Infrastructure
4 strategic port authorities
Built on Trust,Powered byPartnerships
11Bay’s network represents decades of established relationships with industry leaders who share our commitment to transforming Africa–Asia trade. Together, we’re building the infrastructure that enables businesses to compete globally.
Our partnerships aren't just about connections—they're about
creating a seamless, reliable ecosystem where African and Asian
businesses can thrive together.