Grindrod Limited, a transport and logistics business based in Durban, South Africa, is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Grindrod has a presence in over 20 countries and a workforce of
around 4 000 skilled and dedicated people. Through strategically located port and terminal infrastructure
and extensive logistics capabilities across SADC and East Africa, the group is positioned to make a positive
difference in Africa’s trade with the world, impacting lives of the communities in which it operates.

Grindrod’s journey began in 1910 as a small clearing and forwarding business. Over the decades, it evolved
through strategic acquisitions and expansions, growing from humble beginnings into a formidable shipping
business. By 1986, the company, then known as Grincor, was listed on the JSE, marking a significant milestone in its growth. To diversify its portfolio, Grindrod expanded into land freight logistics services and ventured into financial services by acquiring Marriott Bank, later rebranded as Grindrod Bank. In 2014, Grindrod underwent a strategic restructuring to streamline its operations, focusing on freight logistics. This led to the unbundling of shipping in 2018 with a separate listing on the JSE and Nasdaq. Grindrod’s continued focus on its core operations culminated in selling Grindrod Bank in 2022, allowing the company to focus on its core freight logistics services.

Grindrod’s success is underpinned by a dynamicleadership team, known for their insight, agility, and
determination, who lead the company with a strong commitment to safety, accountability and innovation,
ensuring a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Grindrod highly values employees, fostering a united and enthusiastic workforce that upholds integrity, fairness, and professionalism. The company prioritises diversity, inclusivity, and skills development, investing significantly in training and upskilling programmes to support employee growth and development.

Grindrod offers a comprehensive range of logistics services.
These services include:

ƒ Cargo Handling: Efficient handling of dry-bulk, break-bulk, and containerised cargo throughout
the logistics chain and in Grindrod’s terminal, intermodal, and container depot facilities.

ƒ Clearing and Forwarding: Expertise in customs clearance and forwarding, ensuring smooth and compliant cargo movements.

ƒ Container Handling: Facilities include container yards equipped with reefer plug points and stateof-
the-art warehousing, fully licensed for custom storage.

ƒ Cross-border and Project Logistics: Grindrod offers tailored solutions for complex projects, including heavy haul and heavy lift operations.

ƒ Intermodal Solutions: Road, rail, and sea transport integration for seamless cargo
movement.

ƒ Marine Transportation: Part of an integrated logistics solution, whether shipping project cargo across the globe, providing scheduled ferry service across Lake Victoria, or delivering cargo to remote customers’ project sites.

ƒ Port Operations: Maputo Port Development holds the concession to operate and manage the
port of Maputo until 2058.

ƒ Rail Logistics: Locomotive leasing, rail operations, and strategic rail partnerships within the SADC and East Africa regions.

ƒ Road Transportation: As part of Grindrod’s integrated, efficient and cost-effective solutions provided to our customers, we provide road haulage from the point of origin to the final destination.

ƒ Ships Agency: Representation of shipowners, ensuring efficient port operations.

ƒ Stevedoring: Skilled loading and unloading of cargo from ships.

ƒ Terminal Operations: Strategically located in Mozambique, South Africa, and Namibia, providing a gateway to global markets.

ƒ Warehouse Management: Secure storage solutions for bulk and general cargo, fully licensed for customs storage.

Grindrod’s competitive edge lies in its strategically located port and terminals, and extensive logistics network, which are supported by significant investments in infrastructure. This enables the company to
provide an integrated service offering to its customers, particularly in the mining and agricultural industries.

The company’s ability to understand its clients’ challenges and the complexities of specific trade corridors allows it to deliver the most cost-effective and efficient routes to market. Grindrod’s proven track record of operational expertise and its strategic investments in infrastructure ensure it can deliver cargo from the busiest cities to the most remote regions of Africa or worldwide.

Looking ahead, Grindrod is positioned for growth, particularly in the rail sector. Rail is pivotal in Grindrod’s
integrated logistics solutions, offering efficiency and cost-effectiveness, especially for dry-bulk and
container flows. Grindrod’s rail strategy centers on fostering partnerships with rail authorities and
operators and expanding and enabling rail growth opportunities within the SADC and East Africa regions.

Central to this strategy is Grindrod’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the sustainability of our customers’ cargo flows for the mutual benefit of all the key stakeholders. Collaboration with key players and
commitment to innovation paves the way for seamless cargo transportation across borders.

Grindrod is also committed to fostering a more sustainable future by focusing on alternative commodities and continuously seeking opportunities to improve and adapt to a world increasingly concerned about climate change. As a purpose-driven business, Grindrod remains dedicated to promoting Africa’s trade with the world and making a positive difference in the lives of the communities in which it operates.