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North Star Logistics

Cold-chain freight network for perishables

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🇿🇦 Cape Town, South Africa

North Star Logistics

Cold-chain freight network for perishables

LogisticsGrowthESG 71
Round size
$50M
Valuation
$380M
ARR
$62M
YoY growth
48%
Conviction
76
/ 100
76/100
Low risk
Team
540
Founded
2016
Investment thesis

Why now

Cold-chain penetration in SADC is <12%; consolidating regional players for IPO path.

  • EBITDA positive since 2022
  • Anchor contracts with Shoprite & Pick n Pay
  • Path to JSE listing 2027

Score breakdown

6-factor weighted model

Diligence checklist

  • Founder references
  • Cap table & legal review
  • Customer calls (5+)
  • Cohort & retention data
  • Regulatory memo
  • ESG audit

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