Power 25 2022: Johan Bergwerff, Managing Director of Emirates Logistics, Ranks 17

Dutch national Johan Bergwerff has been with Sharaf Group – the parent company of Emirates Logistics – for over 20 years, heading the business unit as head of logistics and supply chain.

Under his supervision, Johan has led Emirates Logistics to offer total supply chain services such as 3PL logistics, land transport, freight forwarding, relocation, eCommmece and last mile delivery, breakbulk cargoes, and custom brokerage services.

In his role, he leads and oversees the operations of the company in eight countries. Johan’s efforts have led the firm to strategically established itself in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent, enabling growth and expansion into newer markets aligned with its clients’ expansions plans. Today, Emirates Logistics has its global footprints in India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Malaysia, Egypt, and Kenya.

Johan, a keen environmentalist, has pushed the organisation to focus its resources on sustainability and the environment, which are now key priorities of its business strategy.

“From solar panelling in our warehouse, to energy saving initiatives in the offices, and electric vehicles for transport. We believe logistics can be conducted in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner where all parties come out winners,” he reveals.