The formation of a new logistics entity bringing together three major parastatals in the transport sector is expected to ease movement of goods from the Port of Mombasa and cut costs that have been increasing over the recent past.
The formation of The Kenya Transport and Logistics Network (KTLN) is also seen a move by Kenya to hedge its status as regional trade hub, a position that is increasingly coming under threat in the wake of increased competition as neighbouring countries seek a bigger share of the industry’s revenues.
