About Us
OUR STORY
Every day, business leaders seek new ways to reduce costs and increase productivity in their organizations. Their creativity and business skills are boosting nations’ GDPs globally. This, in turn, improves the living standards of their people.
People know the captains of industry for demonstrating or discovering uncommon skills. It helps them sail through hard times. The zeal to succeed in every deal makes leaders outstanding! And helps them meet project deadlines and corporate goals. Every single feat is a product of great synergy with trusted partners in key areas of operations. The bond within each partnership creates endless opportunities that help everyone succeed.
In 1990, a passionate young man founded Thasious International Company Limited (TICL). The goal behind it was to help businesses succeed. He wanted to use his maritime skills to deliver great freight forwarding services to future clients. Today, many importers, exporters, traders, and manufacturers are benefiting from it. From this humble beginning, Thasious has become a major player in the maritime sector. Our founder's expertise in international freight forwarding made this happen.THASIOUS SERVICE EXCELLENCE is built on quality leadership, dedication to service, and a motivated workforce. Our trusted and reliable clients enjoy the benefits of our proactive methods, professionalism and high ethical standards. We handle every shipment as a top priority. This dedication to value creation and operational excellence led THASIOUS to win the BEST CUSTOMS CLEARANCE & CARGO CONSOLIDATION SERVICES COMPANY award at the 2012 African Governance & Corporate Leadership Award by the INSTITUTE FOR GOVERNMENT RESEARCH & LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY.
We are inspired by how our services impact the supply value chain and helping Nigeria in her economic recovery journey.
Management
MANAGEMENT comprises men and women of proven integrity, exceptional track records, and extensive experience, forming a solid resource base for the company’s policy formulation and corporate vision. The organization is further strengthened by a team of trained, motivated, and committed professionals across all management levels. Under the leadership of High Chief Egwim, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, and supported by a dynamic Board that develops practical, law-abiding policies, TICL’s management team—made up of trusted and seasoned professionals—works hand in hand with a dedicated workforce to drive the company’s goals and objectives. This synergy firmly positions TICL as a company committed to Service Excellence.
Our Vision
To be a topmost Freight Forwarding company in Africa, delivering high-quality services to meet the needs of our teeming customers.
Our Mission
"To remain a trusted Customs licensed agent, excelling in freight forwarding by delivering efficient, professional services and building lasting relationships with clients and global partners."
CORE VALUE DRIVERS
We strive to remain a trusted and reliable Customs licensed agent, excelling in freight forwarding by delivering efficient and professional services tailored to the needs of importers and exporters in Nigeria. Committed to addressing client challenges, we foster enduring business relationships with major stakeholders across international markets and global economies.
CORE VALUES
PEOPLE
Our greatest asset is our staff. We do not only believe that this is critical to our success, but we make an unusual effort to identify and recruit, train and develop the very best person(s) for every job.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Our clients' interest always come first. We believe that excellent customer service is the Base-line expectation of all our clients and so we strive to out-perform their expectations by giving them a second-to-none customer experience.
GROWTH
Our goal is to provide superior returns to our stakeholders. Realizing that profitability is critical to achieving superior returns, we build our capital, attract and keep the best employees.
INNOVATION
We apply creativity and imagination in every business we undertake. While recognizing that the standard approach may still be the best, we constantly strive to find a better and faster solution to our clients' challenges.
INTERGRITY AND ETHICAL BUSINESS
Integrity and honesty are the heartbeat of our business. We cause our employees to maintain high ethical standards in everything they do, both in their work for the company and their personal lives.
FOCUS
Our business is a highly competitive one, and we aggressively seek to expand our clients' relationships.
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT POLICY
THASIOUS INTERNATIONAL COMPANY NIGERIA LIMITED is committed to maintaining leadership in the delivery of quality services, while upholding occupational health and safety standards and implementing sound environmental best practices. We strictly adhere to the laws and guidelines of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), the International Federation of Freight Forwarders (FIATA), the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and the expectations of our valued clients.
Our measurable objectives include:
Achieving zero accidents/incidents involving personnel, air and sea cargo, and land haulage operations.
Ensuring minimal environmental impact from our activities.
Providing adequate resources to safeguard the health and wellbeing of our personnel.
Delivering consistent quality services to our esteemed customers.
The responsibility for driving these systems rests with our top management, whose collective commitment ensures the trust of our employees and clients, in alignment with international best practices.
Nigerian Content Policy
Thasious International Company Nigeria Limited – Local Content Policy
Thasious is committed to a robust Local/Nigerian Content Policy designed to foster knowledge transfer, technology adoption, and local capacity development. Our approach emphasizes the utilization of Nigerian manpower and resources, with the goal of empowering more Nigerians to attain senior management and technical positions.
Our key commitments include:
Knowledge & Technology Transfer – Encouraging continuous training and development for Nigerian personnel through accredited private and government institutions, including refresher and advanced technical programs.
In-Country Project Execution – Delivering projects within Nigeria whenever practicable, leveraging local expertise and resources.
Efficient Service Delivery – Deploying state-of-the-art technology and innovative modules to maintain high-quality standards.
Collaboration & Partnership – Working with clients, government agencies, partners, and indigenous organizations to promote local content development.
Training & Development – Providing structured training, participating in seminars, workshops, and conferences to enhance local skills and industry knowledge.
Community Engagement – Partnering with local communities to deliver projects successfully while supporting community development initiatives, youth empowerment, and environmental protection.
Respect for Rights & Sustainability – Upholding human and social rights, protecting the environment, and contributing positively to local economic development.
Industry Collaboration – Collaborating with indigenous Nigerian companies to deliver advanced training in Ports Operations and Transportation.
At Thasious, the implementation of this policy is the collective responsibility of all employees, including senior management, ensuring that our operations continuously contribute to the growth of the Nigerian economy and the empowerment of our workforce.