About LIMA Carriers Truck Hire

Delivering Cross-Border Excellence Since 1994

We specialise in freight transport throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, offering trusted routes into countries like Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Each country presents unique logistical challenges — and we’ve built a reputation for navigating them with precision, professionalism, and integrity.

Delivering Cross-Border Excellence Since 1994

LIMA Carriers Truck Hire is a proudly South African / Namibian transport and logistics company with over 30 years of hands-on experience in cross-border road freight. Founded by industry expert Leonel Fernandez de Lima, our business has grown from a single truck to a well-maintained fleet of over 100+ vehicles, including super-links, tri-axles, abnormal load trailers, and 1-ton and 8-ton pick-ups, and escort vehicles.

Our mission

To provide simple, cost-effective road freight into Africa — backed by dependable service, logistical expertise, and long-term client partnerships.

What We Offer

Whether you’re transporting industrial goods, commercial freight, or time-sensitive cargo — we ensure that your load arrives safely, on schedule, and fully compliant with regional laws.

Cross-border transport of goods across Southern and Central Africa
Abnormal load handling with all regulatory compliance
Export documentation processing from out office
Bond facility at the Namibian border
Available to non-clients as well
Secure warehousing and short-term storage solutions can be arranged
Escorting of Abnormal loads plus permits