By Eva Richardson | The Logistic News
April 11, 2025
Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Rades, Tunisia, MR Shipping has quietly become one of North Africa’s most versatile logistics and freight forwarding companies. With strategic locations including Tunis-Carthage Airport and a new base in Casablanca, Morocco, the company is now targeting growth across multiple trade corridors linking Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
Offering an integrated portfolio of services—from air and sea freight to road transport, customs clearance, and specialized warehousing—MR Shipping is positioning itself as a trusted logistics bridge between continental Africa and key global markets.
“We’ve spent two decades building a reputation for reliability, agility, and regulatory compliance,” said a senior representative from the firm. “Today, our clients trust us to handle not only physical movement but the complex documentation and real-time coordination that modern logistics demands.”
Certified for Compliance and Quality
What sets MR Shipping apart is its impressive list of certifications, which includes:
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IATA-accredited agent for international air freight
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FIATA membership, reflecting global freight forwarding standards
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ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 certifications for quality and environmental management
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Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status, ensuring fast and secure customs procedures
These credentials don’t just reinforce the company’s reputation—they unlock efficiency at borders, ensure compliance with international norms, and reduce the risks typically associated with cross-border trade in complex markets.
A True Multimodal Logistics Operator
MR Shipping’s strength lies in its ability to coordinate multimodal transport solutions that seamlessly link sea, air, and road services.
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Air Freight: Operating through Tunis-Carthage Airport, the company handles express freight and scheduled air cargo to major global destinations.
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Sea Freight: Through FCL and LCL services, MR Shipping supports bulk exports and consolidated shipments with port access across the Mediterranean.
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TIR Road Freight: Linking Tunisia and Morocco to inland Africa and Europe, the company operates a trusted network of cross-border agents.
Its warehouse facilities in Rades, which support customs transit, reefer cargo, and dangerous goods handling, play a key role in enabling just-in-time deliveries and inventory optimization for retail, industrial, and e-commerce customers.
North-South Logistics Corridor: A Regional Gateway
MR Shipping is actively expanding its operations to align with Africa’s north-south trade flows, enhancing regional integration between Maghreb markets and sub-Saharan trade hubs. With Tunisia and Morocco serving as key gateways to EU markets, MR Shipping’s dual presence is designed to capitalize on the increasing demand for agile, multilingual, and compliant operators in the region.
The company’s recent expansion into Morocco reflects this vision. “Casablanca strengthens our ability to serve West Africa and Europe simultaneously,” said the MR Shipping Morocco team. “We are building the infrastructure and relationships necessary to simplify complex trade routes.”
Embracing Technology and Human Capital
In parallel with its physical expansion, MR Shipping continues to invest in digital logistics platforms, track-and-trace capabilities, and customs digitization tools, ensuring operational transparency and real-time client support.
Its bilingual and trilingual teams based in Rades, Tunis Airport, and Casablanca reflect the linguistic and cultural diversity needed to succeed in a region defined by hybrid trade practices and regulatory fragmentation.
Why It Matters:
MR Shipping isn’t just another freight forwarder—it’s a certified, strategically positioned operator that is helping to modernize logistics across North Africa, linking emerging markets with global supply chains through resilient, multimodal infrastructure.
Eva Richardson is a senior correspondent at The Logistic News, covering logistics innovation, trade facilitation, and regional connectivity across Africa and the Mediterranean.
