Your Gateway to African Trade

About Abmia Shippers

Connecting businesses to dependable logistics and international trade support across Nigeria, Africa and beyond.

Connecting Africa with Europe, America, Asia and global markets.

Who we are

Logistics support built around the realities of doing business.

Abmia Shippers supports businesses with logistics, shipping and international trade-related services. Our journey began in customs brokerage and grew to encompass a broader range of activities designed to help customers coordinate the movement of goods.

We understand that every shipment involves more than transport alone. Documentation, communication, timing and coordination all matter. Our aim is to help customers navigate these moving parts with practical guidance and a service-minded approach.

Trade-minded

Logistics support informed by the needs of importers, exporters and growing businesses.

Relationship-led

A focus on coordination, clear communication and useful working relationships.

Lagos • Kano • Beyond

Moving goods. Connecting markets. Supporting growth.

We bring a practical, coordinated approach to logistics and trade support for businesses operating in Nigeria and engaging with international markets.

Where to find us

Our locations in Nigeria

Our listed offices in Lagos and Kano help us stay connected to business activity in southern and northern Nigeria.

Office hours may vary on public holidays. Please contact the team before visiting.

Our mission

Make logistics and trade easier to navigate.

Our mission is to provide coordinated, practical and transparent logistics support that helps businesses move goods, manage requirements and pursue opportunities in local and international markets.

  • Provide useful, customer-focused logistics support.
  • Help customers understand processes and documentation needs.
  • Build professional relationships grounded in integrity.

Our vision

Be a trusted partner for regional and global trade.

We aspire to keep strengthening our capabilities, service relationships and technology so businesses can approach logistics and cross-border trade with greater clarity and confidence.

  • Grow dependable logistics and trade partnerships.
  • Use technology to improve coordination and visibility.
  • Support businesses pursuing opportunities across markets.

What guides us

The values behind our work

The principles we aim to bring to each customer interaction, shipment and business relationship.

Integrity & transparency

We value clear communication, responsible handling of documentation and straightforward conversations about requirements and costs.

Efficiency & reliability

We work to coordinate each stage carefully, keep stakeholders informed and help reduce avoidable delays across logistics activities.

Practical solutions

We focus on the realities of moving goods and doing business, tailoring support to the shipment, market and client requirement.

Partnership

We believe successful trade is built through dependable working relationships with clients, service providers and business partners.

Our story

A journey of steady development

The milestones below reflect the company history supplied for this page. They can be updated as verified company records and achievements are confirmed.

2005

Company foundation

The company’s story began in Lagos with a focus on customs brokerage and helping businesses navigate cargo-clearance requirements.

2008

Broader freight services

The company history describes an expansion into international freight forwarding and air and sea cargo coordination.

2012

Warehousing and distribution

Warehousing and distribution were added to the service mix, alongside a stronger focus on supporting customers beyond clearance.

2015

Marine and shipping support

The company broadened its maritime-related support and developed relationships across shipping and marine logistics activities.

2020

Technology focus

Digital tools and documentation workflows became a stronger part of the company’s stated direction for logistics coordination.

2023

Service and brand development

The company continued developing its brand and service portfolio with a wider focus on integrated logistics and trade support.

People and partnerships

Good logistics depends on good coordination.

Logistics connects many people, documents and services. We value teamwork and professional relationships that help customers make informed decisions and keep activities moving.

Speak with our team

Customer focus

Understand the needs behind each request.

Professional care

Approach each task with attention and responsibility.

Market awareness

Keep the wider trade journey in view.

Let’s work together

Planning a shipment or exploring a new market?

Tell us what you are trying to move or achieve. Our team can discuss your requirements and the next steps.