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My main field of specialty over the past seven years has been, logistics, sales and management.

This being the prime function over and above other tasks that have paralleled this responsibility such as project implementation as can be seen from my CV.

These operations have been centered in South Africa but covered various countries in Africa. At the moment I have considerable interests in Angola.

The various posts occupied included interaction with various nationalities, governments, specific companies and numerous people.

With most of the companies I managed turn-key projects north of the SA border but from firm bases in South Africa.

My operations were predominantly located in Angola.

These projects entailed not only the implementation and handling of the projects, but also the initiation, procuring of finance, transportation, administration and management working to specific deadlines and timings.

The internal company training received and the vast experience gained in the management of these operations across more than one border during these various projects has given me a special insight into the practical aspects of Management, Logistics, Sales and Marketing, especially in Africa.

Concerning logistics, this included the movement of huge tonnage of equipment, material and considerable personnel across numerous borders into Africa.

I am also competent with computers and various programs ¡V MS Word, XL, MS Office, Corel Draw, some Pastel, and all Lotus programs.

Concerning my involvement in Angola, please see my CV attached.
I have had extensive involvement with Angola for almost 20 years. I am still very much involved.

It requires a special person with specific capabilities to exploit and make the Angola market a success.

Concerning Angola:

I speak Portuguese.
I spent almost 20 yrs there.
I have been extensively involved with various projects there.
I have specialized in the logistic side of these projects.
I have extensive experience in the Angolan administrative systems.
I have an Angolan residence permit, I intend to apply for a passport.
Have extensive contacts in Angola on all levels.
Have considerable contact with various companies in Angola
Can move around Angola with ease

„« Over twenty years experience in Angola.
„« Complete proposal with detailed course of action.
„« A partner with 25 years access to Sonangol.
„« Direct access to UK, USA, Brazilian oil companies.
„« Involvement of a strong established Angolan network
„« A logistical and transportation plan.
„« All the shipping and road transport costs
„« Administration plan
„« List of all oil and gas companies
„« List of all Government contacts
„« Angolan partners to JV with if necessary.
„« All the bureaucratic requirements to set up the company
„« All info re import regulations
„« All requirements for the registration of a company
„« All info re taxation in Angola
„« All the details of the massive tax benefits if you approach this project correctly
„« Setup costs in Angola
„« Ensure sustainability and growth.
„« Ensure minimum risk.
„« Permanent representation in Angola

September 2002 - Present

Estrada Management ¡V dedicated logistic and project management company ¡V full profile available
Estrada Management is a South African company based in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The company concentrates on the procurement, shipping, logistics, and project management for various companies to various African countries. Main areas of operations are Angola and the DRC. Commodities mainly for mining companies, UN operations and construction.

Estrada has extensive networks.

Ref: Estrada management - Sherryn Thompson 0823190721
Roger Ballard-Tremeer ¡V Ex Ambassador Angola, now chairman Angolan Chamber of Commerce ¡V 0824347276
Thenus Marais Group 5 Logistics 082 3033609