SAF

What SAF does

SAF S.A. is an Argentine integrated third-party logistics (3PL) operator headquartered in Buenos Aires (Lafayette 585), part of a business group with more than 35 years of operations in Argentina. The company provides national and fiscal warehousing, domestic and international transportation, container operations, and foreign trade services to enterprise clients seeking to outsource and consolidate their supply chain networks. Its operational footprint exceeds 100,000 m² of warehouse capacity, including a Category AAA fiscal deposit facility, and an owned container yard capable of handling 20ft, 40ft, and 40HC containers. Regulatory authorizations include ISO quality certification, SENASA (agricultural/food products), USFDA (export-eligible), and AFIP DGA (Argentine customs).

SAF differentiates through two registered proprietary software platforms: SAFIROWMS®, a warehouse management system providing web-based reporting, radiofrequency/barcode scanning, and full inventory traceability, and SAFeNET, a 24/7 monitored security network with IP cameras, night vision, dual-technology PIR sensors, and redundant decentralized servers. These systems support inbound/raw materials management, cross-dock operations, outbound distribution, multimodal transport, and ATA/IATA-enabled foreign trade operations. The go-to-market is direct enterprise sales, with custom solutions and 24-hour dedicated customer service.

The company generates revenue through contracted managed services — storage fees, transportation charges, and customs handling — with pricing not publicly disclosed. Distribution is B2B enterprise-only, single-country (Argentina) in scope, with international reach limited to inbound/outbound cross-border shipments rather than overseas facility operations. The customer base is horizontal across industries, with one documented enterprise case study (Merisant Argentina, food/consumer goods) achieving 99%+ service and inventory indicators in a 2013 relocation project. Marketing is conducted primarily through industry association participation (CEDOL, UIA, CSCMP, Arlog) and earned media in logistics trade publications (Enfasis, Notitrans).

Name

SAF

Legal name

SAF S.A.

Website

https://safweb.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

SAF S.A. is an Argentine integrated 3PL operator offering national and fiscal warehousing (100,000+ m²), transportation, container operations, and foreign trade services to enterprise clients, supported by proprietary WMS and security software.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Third-Party Logistics Services

akta.pro primary industry

Cold Chain Asset-Based Logistics (Reefer Fleet & Temp-Control Facilities) (TLAIAMAF)

Keywords

• Third-party logistics services
• Fiscal warehouse storage
• Multimodal freight transport
• Customs brokerage operations
• Container yard management

Headquarters

HQ city

Cabaña De Río Pinto

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Logistics and Warehousing Services: Comprehensive third-party logistics (3PL) services including national and fiscal warehousing, domestic and international transportation, container operations, and foreign trade operations. Revenue generated through contracted logistics services, storage fees, and transportation/logistics handling charges.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

SAF S.A. operates as an integrated third-party logistics (3PL) provider in Argentina, delivering national and fiscal warehousing (over 100,000 m²), domestic and international transportation, container yard operations for 20/40/40HC containers, and foreign trade operations including maritime, air, and land freight plus ATA/IATA agency services. Its service platform is differentiated by two proprietary technologies: SAFIROWMS® (warehouse management system with web interface, online reporting, and radiofrequency/barcode traceability) and SAFeNET (24/7 monitored security network with IP cameras, night vision, and dual-technology PIR sensors). Operations are backed by Category AAA fiscal deposit certification, SENASA authorization, USFDA listing, and AFIP DGA customs certification.

Product overview

SAF operates as an integrated logistics operator offering a unified platform of warehouse management and security technology products, complemented by a comprehensive suite of logistics services. The core technology products are SAFIROWMS® (WMS) for warehouse management and SAFeNET for security monitoring. These are supported by physical logistics services including national and fiscal storage (100,000+ m²), container operations, national/international transportation, foreign trade operations, and 24/7 customer support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SAFeNET: 24-hour monitored security network with IP cameras with night vision, dual technology PIR sensor alarms, redundant decentralized servers.
• SAFIROWMS
• SAFIROWMS®

Products and services

• Almacenaje Nacional (National Storage) National warehousing service operating over 100,000 m² of warehouse space with integral inventory management, including inbound, cross-dock, and outbound operations for raw materials and finished goods. Targeted at enterprises requiring scalable, consolidated storage in Argentina.
• Depósito Fiscal (Fiscal Warehouse) Category AAA fiscal warehouse service authorized by SENASA and AFIP DGA, providing customs-bonded storage of goods under customs supervision. Designed for companies requiring bonded storage for import/export operations, agricultural products, and goods requiring regulatory oversight.
• Transporte (National and International Transportation) National and international land transportation, distribution, and multimodal container transport services, providing end-to-end logistics movement as part of SAF's integrated 3PL offering. Targeted at enterprise clients needing both domestic distribution and cross-border logistics.
• Comercio Exterior (Foreign Trade Operations) Foreign trade operations including maritime, air, and land freight forwarding, plus ATA and IATA agency services for multimodal door-to-door operations. Targeted at companies engaged in import/export activities requiring customs clearance and multimodal freight coordination.
• Operación de Contenedores (Container Operations) Container operations service including SAF's own container yard, handling and storage of full and empty 20ft, 40ft, and 40HC containers, and movement of containers. Targeted at enterprises requiring containerized logistics capabilities in Argentina.
• Atención al Cliente (24/7 Dedicated Customer Service) 24-hour dedicated customer service with permanent availability, providing around-the-clock client support for all logistics operations. Targeted at enterprise clients requiring high-touch support and continuous operational coordination.

Quantifiable outcome

• Service and inventory indicators above 99% achieved for Merisant Argentina case study (December 2013)

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• UIA (Unión Industrial Argentina)minorOthersSAF is a member of the Unión Industrial Argentina, the main industrial employers' federation in Argentina, demonstrating industry standing and network connections within the Argentine industrial sector.
• CSCMP (Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals)minorOthersSAF maintains membership in CSCMP, a global professional organization for supply chain management professionals, indicating commitment to industry standards and professional development.
• CEDOL (Cámara Empresarial de Operadores Logísticos)coreOthersSAF is a member of CEDOL, the Argentine Chamber of Logistics Operators. The company has been recognized by CEDOL with awards for logistics excellence and featured in CEDOL publications as a best-in-class logistics case study.
• Arlog (Asociación Argentina de Logística)minorOthersSAF is a member of Arlog, the Argentine Association of Logistics, supporting industry knowledge exchange and best practices in logistics operations.
• SENASAcoreOthersSAF holds SENASA authorization for fiscal deposit operations, enabling the company to handle agricultural and food-related products requiring SENASA certification and inspection.
• USFDAminorOthersSAF maintains USFDA compliance capabilities, enabling the handling and storage of products meeting US Food and Drug Administration standards for export to the United States.
• AFIP DGA (Administración Federal de Ingresos Públicos - Dirección General de Aduanas)coreOthersSAF holds AFIP DGA authorization for customs and fiscal deposit operations, enabling legal fiscal storage and customs clearance services under Argentine tax and customs authority oversight.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DB Schenker Argentina: Global logistics provider's Argentine operations offering land transport, contract logistics, and customs services. Broad incumbent with comparable warehousing and transport services targeting enterprise clients.
• DHL Supply Chain Argentina: Global 3PL leader's Argentine operations offering contract logistics, warehousing, and supply chain management. Broader portfolio and capital resources than SAF, serving multinational customers with similar service scope.
• DSV Argentina: Global transport and logistics company (formed via Panalpina and UTi integrations) with Argentine operations providing freight forwarding and contract logistics. Broad incumbent competing in the same integrated logistics category.
• XPO Logistics: Global logistics provider offering contract logistics, warehousing, and last-mile services across the Americas. Broad incumbent with comparable integrated logistics offerings to multinational enterprise customers in the region.
• Kuehne+Nagel Argentina: Global 3PL and freight forwarder's Argentine operations providing contract logistics, customs brokerage, and warehousing. Broad incumbent competing in the same enterprise logistics space with global scale advantages.
• ID Logistics Argentina: Global contract logistics provider with Latin American operations including Argentina, specializing in warehousing and distribution for retail and consumer goods. Comparable enterprise customer base and warehousing-led model.

Direct peers

• OCA: Argentine logistics company providing postal, parcel, and integrated 3PL services including warehousing and distribution. Direct competitor in Argentina with comparable B2B enterprise logistics offerings.
• Andreani: Argentina's largest integrated logistics operator offering warehousing, distribution, e-commerce fulfillment, and last-mile services. Closest direct competitor in the Argentine 3PL market with overlapping service portfolio and similar B2B customer base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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