Establishment

Founded in the 1950s in Standerton, Mpumalanga, Heymans Kole has emerged as a prominent and trusted entity in the transportation sector. Our steadfast commitment to excellence has solidified our position as a premier leader, synonymous with reliability and efficiency. Specializing in bulk transportation services, we cater to a diverse range of industries, including coal, wood, lime, fertilizer, chrome, aggregate, maize, bricks, cement, construction equipment, and various other commodities.

Early Days

Heymans Kole (Pty) Ltd stands as a cornerstone in the Bulk Transportation and Coal Supply Industry. As a proud member of the esteemed GCK Group of Companies, which was founded by our Managing Director, Gert Christiaan Koch, our legacy of excellence runs deep. Originally situated in the bustling heart of Standerton CBD, our corporate headquarters now proudly presides over the serene landscapes of the farm Vlakfontein, strategically positioned 8km outside of town. From humble beginnings with a fleet comprising merely 8 vehicles in 1996, our trajectory has been one of remarkable growth and expansion. Today, Heymans Kole boasts an extensive fleet exceeding 100 vehicles, strategically deployed from multiple operational centers nationwide.

Vision

To offer a high quality service to our customers. Maintaining a cost effective transport and supply segment. We will maintain ethical business principals and we will uplift and support our labour force and environment.

Mission

To excel as a leading company in an ever-changing transport and supply environment by providing services of the best value to our customers. This we aim to do by maintaining high safety standards and excellent levels of customer care, developing our staff and delivering on time, every time!

Goals

CLIENT SERVICE

Client service and satisfaction are fundamental to all our long-term business partnerships. We remain committed to provide clients with service of excellent quality and a sound pricing structure at all times.

COMMUNICATION

Open communication is essential to our business. In order for us to meet the needs, hopes and expectations of our customers and staff, we encourage communication and feedback. This enables us to manage the company based on integrity, trust and understanding.

TEAMWORK

We believe that the collective skills and experience of our team can meet our client's needs. Through teamwork and commitment, we continue to build on our strengths to develop our full potential, achieve a shared vision and keep our clients coming back.

FIELD OF EXPERTISE

Heymans Kole started as a coal supplier to the domestic as well as industrial sector. We expanded our company to the transport sector by doing short haul transportation for certain customers. After that we expanded to a nationwide transport company supplying bulk transportation and coal supplying solutions to all our customer's specific needs.

CREATIVITY

Heymans Kole believes in the ability of our management staff and employees to continue introducing new ideas. In order to continue improving the quality of our services, Heymans Kole strives to remain innovative so that we can add value to the services provided.

Innovation

At Heymans Kole, we cultivate robust partnerships with our trusted trailer builders, constantly striving to integrate state-of-the-art technology and premium materials into our operations. This steadfast commitment enables us to achieve the utmost efficiency in our fleet, maintaining optimal payload capacities and adhering strictly to legal regulations regarding mass distributions. Furthermore, our emphasis on innovation not only minimizes wear and tear on our vehicles but also enhances our capacity for punctual and reliable deliveries. By embracing innovation as a cornerstone of our approach, Heymans Kole continually enhances the quality of our customer service, setting new standards of excellence in the industry.

References

Cargo: Fertilizer

Trip: KZN to Free State

Kilo Meters: 508.4km

Cargo: Fertilizer

Trip: KZN to Mpumalanga

Kilo Meters: 469.9km

Cargo: Fertilizer

Trip: KZN to Limpopo

Kilo Meters: 724.3km

Cargo: Raw Material

Trip: Within Limpopo

Kilo Meters: 187.5km

Cargo: Raw Material

Trip: KZN to Limpopo

Kilo Meters: 724.3km

Cargo: Grain

Trip: Imports and Exports

Kilo Meters: -

Cargo: Coal

Trip: Mpumalanga to Limpopo

Kilo Meters: 402.2km

Cargo: Raw Material

Trip: Limpopo to Gauteng

Kilo Meters: 388.7km

Cargo: Raw Material

Trip: KZN to Gauteng

Kilo Meters: 436.4km

Cargo: Coal

Trip: Within Mpumalanga

Kilo Meters: 308.2km

Cargo: Magnetite

Trip: Phalaborwa to Maputo

Kilo Meters: 421.0km