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Discover how 11Bay helps businesses across Africa and beyond overcome trade challenges, access financing, and grow with confidence.

50+

Case Studies

20+

Industries Served

40+

Countries Reached

98%

Client Satisfaction

Financing Agricultural Equipment Imports to Uganda

11Bay provided a $1.2M trade finance facility to a leading Ugandan agro-dealer, enabling the bulk import of tractors and agricultural implements from China.

  • Improved working capital
  • 30% cost savings on financing
  • On-time delivery within 45 days

End-to-End Logistics for Construction Materials to Tanzania

We managed the complete logistics process for a Chinese supplier, delivering 5,000 metric tons of steel products to Dar es Salaam on schedule.

  • Door-to-door delivery
  • Reduced transit time by 25%
  • Zero customs delays

Fast-Track Customs Clearance for Electronics in Kenya

11Bay secured fast-track customs clearance for a major electronics shipment, ensuring full compliance while avoiding costly storage fees.

  • Cleared in under 24 hours
  • 100% compliant documentation
  • Saved over $8,000 in demurrage charges

The Challenge

The client faced frequent customs clearance delays that resulted in:

  • High demurrage and storage costs
  • Complex customs documentation requirements
  • Inconsistent classification and valuation
  • Delays due to compliance and regulatory issues
  • Lack of real-time visibility and updates

Our Solution

11Bay delivered a tailored customs solution that included:

  • Pre-clearance review and HS code verification
  • Accurate documentation and valuation support
  • Duty optimization and exemption management
  • Liaison with customs authorities and regulatory bodies
  • Real-time tracking and proactive status updates
  • Efficient release and delivery coordination

The Results

24 Hours

Average Clearance Time

Reduced clearance time from 5 days to 24 hours.

22%

Cost Savings Achieved

Saved 22% on duties, taxes, and clearance costs.

100%

Average Clearance Time

Zero compliance issues or penalties

100%

On-time Delivery Rate

All shipments delivered on schedule.

High Client Satisfaction

Strengthened client trust and long-term partnership.

11Bay's customs expertise and attention to detail helped us avoid delays and unnecessary costs. Their team is responsive, reliable, and truly understands international trade.

Mr. James Mwangi

Operations Director
TechWorld Solutions Ltd Nairobi, Kenya

How 11Bay Delivered

1. Pre-clearance Assessment

Reviewed documents, classification, and compliance requirements.

2. Documentation Preparation

Prepared and verified all customs documents accurately.

3. Customs Submission

Submitted declarations and liaised with customs authorities.

4. Duty & Tax Optimization

Applied exemptions and optimized duty structure.

5. Inspection & Release

Coordinated inspections and ensured swift release.

6. Delivery Coordination

Arranged final delivery to client's warehouse on time.

The Challenge

The client needed a reliable logistics partner to handle the entire shipping process from China to Nairobi but faced:

  • Complex documentation and customs requirements
  • Uncertain transit times and lack of visibility
  • High shipping costs and collaterals
  • Multiple handovers and risk of cargo damage
  • Need for door-to-door delivery and support

Our Solution

11Bay delivered a comprehensive shipping & logistics solution tailored to the client’s needs:

  • Consolidated cargo and negotiated better freight rates
  • Managed export documentation and customs clearance in China
  • Ocean freight with trusted carrier on secure schedule
  • Real-time tracking and milestone updates
  • Efficient customs clearance and delivery to final destination
  • End-to-end coordination and dedicated support team

The Results

28 Days

Total Transit Time

Delivered on time within the promised timeline.

18%

Cost Savings

Achieved through optimized routing and negotiated rates.

100%

Safe Delivery

Cargo delivered in perfect condition with zero loss.

Real-time

Tracking

Full visibility from pick-up in China to delivery in Kenya.

High

Satisfaction

Client satisfied and now shipping with 11Bay on a long-term basis.

11Bay handled our shipment with professionalism and transparency. The team kept us informed at every step and delivered our goods on time and in perfect condition.

Mr. Samuel Kamau

Procurement Manager
TechPoint Solutions Ltd Nairobi, Kenya

How 11Bay Delivered

1. Requirement Analysis

Understood cargo details, timeline, and specific requirements.

2. Freight Booking

Booked space with trusted carrier at the best rate.

3. Export Handling

Managed pickup, packing supervision, and export customs clearance.

4. Ocean Freight

Shipped via reliable carrier with real-time tracking.

5. Import Clearance

Handled import customs clearance efficiently in Nairobi.

6. Delivery

Delivered to client’s warehouse safely and on time.

$250M+

Trade Volume Facilitated

98%

Successful Deliveries

24/7

Client Support

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Thousands of Businesses

Industries We Serve

Agriculture & Agro-Processing

Machinery & Equipment

Construction & Building Materials

Textiles & Apparel

Automotive & Parts

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Supplies

Electronics & Electrical

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