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Client Overview
About SIG Combibloc Obeikan Group
SIG is a global leader in aseptic carton packaging solutions, headquartered in Switzerland and serving 100+ countries worldwide. Their Saudi subsidiary manufactures innovative beverage cartons that keep products fresh without refrigeration - a critical technology for markets with developing cold-chain infrastructure.
Operating from their Saudi Arabian production facility, SIG Combibloc Obeikan supplies key emerging markets across Africa and Asia, where demand for safe, shelf-stable beverage packaging continues to grow rapidly.
Industry: Food & Beverage Packaging
Global Headquarters: Switzerland
Saudi Operations: Manufacturing & Export Hub
Global Reach: 100+ Countries
The Challenge
Scaling Export Operations Across Emerging Markets
For 15+ years, SIG's Saudi facility has faced unique logistics challenges:
- High-volume container exports - 2,000 TEUs annually requiring precise coordination
- Emerging market complexity - North Africa, South Africa, and India each have distinct customs requirements, port infrastructure, and documentation standards
- Zero tolerance for delays - Beverage manufacturers depend on timely packaging delivery to maintain production schedules
- Sensitive cargo handling - Packaging materials require protection from damage and environmental exposure
- Documentation intensity - Multi-country compliance with certificates of origin, health certificates, and varied import regulations
- Long-term reliability - Need for a logistics partner who can scale and adapt over years, not months
When your customers operate in 100+ countries, your logistics partner must be equally capable across diverse markets.
The GES Solution
Dedicated Multi-Region Freight Export Program
Over 15 years, GES has developed deep expertise in SIG's specific routes and requirements:
1. Regional Expertise: Africa & India Corridors
- North Africa: Optimized routes to key ports (Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt) with local customs knowledge
- South Africa: Direct service to Durban and Cape Town with reliable transit times
- India: Strategic routing to major manufacturing hubs (Mumbai, Chennai) with efficient clearance
2. High-Volume Container Management (2,000 TEUs/Year)
- Dedicated booking capacity with preferred carrier relationships
- Container tracking for every unit from Saudi port to final destination
- Proactive space allocation during peak seasons
3. Multi-Country Customs Mastery
- Pre-clearance expertise for all three regions
- HS code classification for packaging materials across different tariff systems
- Established relationships with customs authorities in each market
- Certificate of origin and health certification management
4. Quality Assurance Throughout
- Specialized handling protocols for sensitive packaging materials
- Container condition verification before loading
- Protection against moisture, contamination, and physical damage
- Quality checks at each handoff point
5. Predictable, Reliable Service
- Consistent transit times on each route
- Real-time shipment visibility through digital tracking
- Weekly status updates and proactive issue resolution
- 15-year track record of operational excellence
The Results
15 Years of Proven Performance
🤝 15+ Year Partnership
A decade and a half of trust - proof that GES delivers consistent value
📦 2,000 TEUs Shipped Annually
High-volume operations managed seamlessly year after year
🌍 3 Strategic Regions Mastered
Deep expertise in North Africa, South Africa, and India logistics
🎯 99.8% On-Time Delivery Rate
SIG's customers receive packaging materials exactly when promised
📊 Zero Production Disruptions
Not a single delayed shipment has stopped a customer's production line
💰 Long-Term Cost Stability
Predictable freight rates through established carrier partnerships
⚡ 48-Hour Issue Resolution Guarantee
Any challenge addressed within 2 business days
Why This Partnership Endures
🎯 Regional Specialization
Deep knowledge of North African, South African, and Indian port operations, customs requirements, and business practices
📈 Scalability Proven Over Time
15 years of growth together - from hundreds to 2,000 TEUs annually
🌐 Part of a Global Network
While SIG serves 100+ countries, GES ensures their Saudi operations run flawlessly
🤝 True Partnership Approach
More than a vendor - a strategic logistics partner invested in SIG's success
🔄 Continuous Improvement
Regular service reviews and route optimization based on 15 years of data
Services Provided
- ✅ Ocean Freight Forwarding (2,000 TEUs/Year)
- ✅ Multi-Country Customs Brokerage (North Africa, South Africa, India)
- ✅ Export Documentation & Compliance
- ✅ Container Tracking & Visibility
- ✅ Route Optimization Across Three Continents
- ✅ Specialized Packaging Material Handling
- ✅ Proactive Customer Service & Issue Resolution
Regional Expertise Highlights
North Africa
Established clearance procedures in Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, and Algeria with local customs expertise
South Africa
Direct routing to Durban and Cape Town ports with reliable partners throughout the supply chain
India
Strategic access to major manufacturing centers with efficient port clearance in Mumbai, Chennai, and beyond
Key Metrics Bar:
- 15+ Years Partnership
- 2,000 TEUs Annually
- 3 Key Regions Served
- 99.8% On-Time Delivery
