Trucks
Trucks
From navigating South Africa’s busiest freight corridor to pioneering sustainable transport solutions, Strategic Transport has built its reputation on adaptability and forward-thinking logistics. What started with a single truck and a bold ambition has grown into one of South Africa’s most adaptable transport businesses.
After serving in the army and acquiring his army driver license, Brett Mostert began his career as an owner-driver before laying the foundation for Strategic Transport. As the company's founder and owner, he steadily built the business through hard work, adaptability, and a strong customer focus. Volvo has been a key part of this journey, providing the support needed to grow and embrace the future of transport.
Navigating South Africa’s critical logistics corridors, Brett Mostert’s journey has been one of persistence and ambition. Strategic Transport has evolved into a dynamic business, primarily operating along the Durban–Johannesburg route—the backbone of the country’s freight network. While the company serves multiple sectors, its expertise lies in the logistics of freighting automotive manufacturing parts, ensuring the efficient movement of essential components from the port to key industrial hubs.
As Strategic Transport expanded, securing the right vehicles at the right time became essential to maintaining its reputation for reliability and service. With growing customer demands and increasing operational complexity, financial flexibility was crucial in scaling the business.
“I think still to date, that's probably our biggest challenge in the industry—it’s about the finance and how we do it,” says Mostert. “Partnering with Volvo Financial Services has really allowed us to be a bit more dynamic and a bit more flexible and versatile in the industry.”
Volvo Financial Services played a key role in helping Strategic Transport acquire the trucks needed to meet customer demands, including support for Volvo’s GTO plant in Durban. By providing flexible financial solutions that eased expansion costs, Volvo Financial Services enabled the company to grow strategically while maintaining reliable service and operational efficiency.
“When we sit with a customer like Strategic Transport, we try to understand what their current needs are and where they see themselves in the future. We then structure our financial offering to match that vision,” says Paul Uys, Managing Director for Volvo Financial Services South Africa.
One of the most significant advancements in Strategic Transport’s journey has been the adoption of Volvo On Demand. This flexible financing solution provides businesses with access to the latest Volvo trucks without the need for large upfront investments. With predictable costs and full-service maintenance included Volvo On Demand offers a scalable and efficient approach to fleet management in South Africa.
For Strategic Transport, this model has not only enhanced operational flexibility but also accelerated the transition to battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). By lowering the financial barriers associated with new technology, Volvo On Demand enabled the company to integrate electric transport solutions into its operations at the same time it introduced two Volvo FM Electric trucks, making it the first business in Africa to finance electric trucks through the Volvo On Demand program.
When we sit with a customer like Strategic Transport, we try to understand what their current needs are and where they see themselves in the future.
“Globally, Volvo Group is looking to reduce the emissions from our vehicle fleet by 100% by 2040, so we are trying to work with our customers like Strategic Transport to move towards a cleaner and more sustainable world,” says Eric Parry, Senior Manager Sustainable Solutions at Volvo Trucks.
While the transport industry in South Africa is still navigating the transition to electric vehicles, Strategic Transport has already taken significant steps toward a more sustainable future. The company’s facility is designed with sustainability in mind, incorporating energy-efficient warehousing, electric forklifts, and infrastructure improvements designed to reduce environmental impact. With the introduction of Volvo FM Electric trucks into its fleet, the company is actively working towards greater sustainability in its operations while ensuring the reliability and efficiency that its customers expect.
The relationship between Strategic Transport, Volvo Trucks, and Volvo Financial Services is about more than just financing, it is a partnership built on trust, innovation, and shared progress. Volvo Financial Services has supported Strategic Transport’s growth by providing tailored financing solutions that allow the business to expand its fleet without financial strain. In turn, Strategic Transport’s adaptability and long-standing commitment to Volvo’s vehicles and services have strengthened the partnership, reinforcing a collaborative approach to evolving industry demands.
With flexible financial models and access to the latest vehicle technology, Strategic Transport continues to grow, proving that the right partnerships can turn ambition into reality.
Interested in discovering how Volvo's financial services can benefit your business? Visit our Financial products section to find out more.