Kuehne+Nagel (K+N) announced that it would further strengthen its footprint in Africa with its new West Africa cluster appointments.

In a statement, K+N said Alexandre Muratore had been appointed managing director of the newly established West Africa Cluster comprising Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Togo, Benin, Mauritania, Guinea Bissau.

Muratore will be operating out of Abidjan, Ivory Coast.

West Africa expansion

"Together with the local teams, Alexandre will develop new business opportunities and grow Kuehne+Nagel's presence in West Africa, supporting the company's strategy to expand its footprint on the continent," K+N said in its announcement.

"This step also reflects the company's newly announced Roadmap 2026. Within the framework of its cornerstone 'Market Potential', Kuehne+Nagel focuses on expanding its geographic footprint in growth regions," it added.

Muratore's career with Kuehne+Nagel began in 2014 as district branch manager and National Sea Logistics Manager in Angola. In his most recent role, he was the managing director of Kuehne+Nagel Qatar.

"I look forward to relocating to Africa and leading the West African team as Managing Director. Our primary goal is to expand our presence in this key market by strengthening and developing local partnerships with our suppliers and customers," Muratore said.

Meanwhile, Bradley Francis, until now regional business development manager, healthcare for the Middle East and Africa, will replace Muratore as managing director of Kuehne+Nagel Qatar.

Francis first joined the company in 2007 and held the National Air Logistics Manager position in South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.

"I am delighted to join this team that has a firm focus on customer needs and service excellence. I look forward to building on the many successes that have been realised by Alexandre and his team and believe that our West Africa Cluster will benefit tremendously from his experience and commitment", he said.