Charlton Group

What Charlton Group does

Charlton Group Limited is a privately held Zambian enterprise founded in 1989 and headquartered in Solwezi, Zambia (Plot No. 2945 Kansanshi Road), with a secondary office in Isando, Kempton Park (Gauteng, South Africa). The company operates as a B2B one-stop shop for industrial buyers, primarily mining operators, quarries, construction firms, civil engineering contractors, institutions, and NGOs. Its primary market is Zambia, with expanded regional presence in South Africa.

The company's portfolio spans fleet fit-out solutions (vehicle modifications covering external, internal, electrical, and safety configurations), construction services for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects, mining and energy services (including renewable integration and equipment repair), and a general supply line. On the product side, it distributes and markets Varistem® stemming plugs (registered trademark, manufactured via a proprietary dip moulding process for blasting applications in blasthole sizes 45mm to 251mm), MiCone solar-powered safety cones (offering up to 45 hours of operation from 8-9 hours of daylight charging), and Lift Safety personal protective equipment. Charlton Group holds exclusive distribution rights for ERG Industrial's blasting and safety consumables across the region.

The business model combines hardware product supply with project-based and managed services. Revenue streams are organized into fleet fit-out (one-time projects), product supply (mining and industrial hardware), construction services, mining energy solutions (managed services), and equipment repair (professional services). Go-to-market is sales-led, executed through direct enterprise engagement, website contact forms, and partnership-based distribution, with quote-based pricing applied across both product and service lines.

Name

Charlton Group

Legal name

Charlton Group Limited

Website

https://charltongroup.co.zm

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Charlton Group Limited is a Zambian-owned B2B enterprise providing fleet fit-out, construction, mining and energy services, and distributed blasting and safety products (Varistem, MiCone, Lift Safety) to mining, quarrying, construction, and civil engineering operators across Zambia and South Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Solwezi

HQ country

Zambia

HQ region

Africa

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fleet Fit-Out Services: Comprehensive fleet management and vehicle modification services including external, internal, electrical, and safety streamlined modifications for commercial and industrial vehicles.
2. Product Supply (Mining & Industrial): Supply of electrical and mechanical products, mining machinery, accessories, and safety equipment including Varistem stemming plugs, MiCone solar safety cones, and Lift Safety personal protective equipment.
3. Construction Services: Construction and building maintenance services, general building maintenance, hardware and construction supplies for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
4. Mining Energy Solutions: Energy solutions for mining operations including powering heavy machinery, underground lighting, remote operations support, renewable energy integration (solar and wind), and energy storage solutions.
5. Equipment Repair Services: Comprehensive repair services for mining equipment with skilled technicians providing timely repairs to maximize equipment lifespan and performance.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Charlton Group is a Zambian-owned enterprise providing fleet fit-out services, construction services, mining and energy solutions, and distributing specialized blasting and safety products (Varistem stemming plugs, MiCone solar safety cones, Lift Safety PPE) to mining, quarrying, construction, and civil engineering operators primarily in Zambia with a secondary presence in South Africa. The company operates as a one-stop shop for fleet modifications, equipment procurement, blasting consumables, and general industrial supply, holding exclusive distribution rights for ERG Industrial's blasting and safety portfolio.

Product overview

Charlton Group Limited is a Zambian-owned enterprise providing a diversified portfolio of products and services across fleet management, construction, and mining sectors. The company operates as a one-stop shop offering Fleet Fit Out Solutions (vehicle modifications), Construction Services, Mining and Energy Services, and distributes specialized products including Varistem® stemming plugs for blasting optimization, MiCone solar safety cones, and Lift Safety PPE. The portfolio is unified through a commitment to operational efficiency and safety, serving mining, quarrying, construction, and civil engineering industries in Zambia and South Africa.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Varistem: Stemming plugs for mining, quarrying, and civil blasting applications that increase energy retention and utilization during blasting operations
• MiCone
• Lift Safety
• ERG Industrial Products

Products and services

• Fleet Fit Out Solutions Comprehensive fleet modification services for commercial and industrial vehicles, covering external modifications (trays, canopies, ladder racks, rear steps), internal storage (shelving, drawers, tubs, workbenches), electrical integration (central locking, alarms, lighting, dual battery setups with inverters), and safety enhancements (bull bars, rollover protection, warning alarms, beacons). Targeted at fleet operators in mining, construction, and commercial sectors.
• Construction Services Construction services for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects from concept to completion, including general building maintenance, hardware and construction supplies. Targeted at construction firms, developers, and project owners in Zambia.
• Mining and Energy Services Comprehensive mining services spanning exploration, extraction, and processing, including mine planning, supply of mining machinery (excavators, loaders, drilling machinery), mining accessories, equipment repair services, and energy solutions such as powering heavy machinery, underground lighting, remote operations support, renewable energy integration (solar and wind), and energy storage. Targeted at mining operators in Zambia and the region.
• Varistem Stemming Plugs Stemming plugs used in mining, quarrying, and civil blasting applications that increase energy retention and utilization during blasting operations by temporarily sealing the blasthole during the initial shockwave and forcing energy downwards into the rockmass. Available in BP2 through BP10 sizes. Targeted at mining, quarrying, and civil blasting operators.
• MiCone Solar Safety Cone Solar-powered flashing safety cone for delineating high-risk work areas in industrial and construction sites. Equipped with a 3.7V/1,800mAh battery, white LEDs at 10,000mcd and red LEDs at 8,000mcd. Available in orange, yellow, blue, green, and purple colors. Targeted at mining, quarrying, civil construction, and safety industries.
• Lift Safety PPE Range of personal protective equipment including Carbon Fiber Cap Hardhats (Gloss/Matte), Carbon Fiber Wide-Brim Hardhats (Black Camo, Gloss, Jungle Camo, Matte), Fiber Resin Wide-Brim Hardhats (Black, Hi-Viz Orange, White), and eyewear lines (Banshee, Fusion, Lancer, Tracker). Targeted at industrial workers in mining, construction, and safety sectors.
• ERG Industrial Products Distribution Exclusive distribution of ERG Industrial's blasting and safety products including blasting accessories, drilling consumables, and safety equipment for mining, quarrying, civil, and construction industries in the region. Targeted at mining, quarrying, and construction operators.
• General Supply General supply services providing electrical products, mechanical products, hardware, and construction supplies to commercial, industrial, and institutional buyers in Zambia.

Quantifiable outcome

• Improvement in rock fragmentation and downstream productivity gains in blasting operations
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ERG IndustrialcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCharlton Group has secured exclusive distribution rights for ERG Industrial's advanced blasting and safety products, marking a significant milestone in the mining, quarrying, civil, and construction industries. ERG Industrial is a renowned global supplier specializing in consumables designed to optimize value and return on investment for customers. Their portfolio includes Varistem stemming plugs, MiCone solar safety cones, and Lift Safety equipment. This collaboration empowers Charlton Group to offer cutting-edge solutions to their clientele, enhancing operational efficiency and safety across project sites.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/charlton-construction-z-limited

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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