The Blackmagic Group
A diverse portfolio of companies united under the Blackmagic Group — delivering excellence across logistics, technology, and compliance.
The Blackmagic Group is a South African black economic empowerment company with a diverse range of operations, including infrastructure development, logistics, and mining services. Known for their commitment to quality and low-cost solutions, the Group focuses on identified high-growth economic sectors.
Founded in 1996 as BLACKMAGiC Communications, the Group has grown organically over three decades into a multi-divisional enterprise that employs hundreds of South Africans and serves clients across the mining, manufacturing, and export sectors.
BLACKMAGIC LOGISTICS (BML) — established in 2003 — is the Group's flagship logistics arm, providing comprehensive solutions to any transport and logistics requirements. Our strength lies in customised, innovative, professional, and cost-efficient service.
Our business model integrates mining operations with transport of product directly to market. With branches in Gqeberha, Pretoria, and the Northern Cape, BML is positioned at every critical point in South Africa's mineral export supply chain.
Zen Freight is a key sister brand within the Blackmagic Group, specialising in complementary freight and logistics services that extend the Group's national and international reach.
Working in close collaboration with BML, Zen Freight provides additional freight capacity, cross-border capabilities, and specialist cargo management services that allow the Group to offer truly comprehensive supply chain solutions to its clients.
Blackmagic Tech is the Group's technology division, driving digital innovation across the Group's operations. From logistics management systems to inventory tracking platforms, Blackmagic Tech ensures the Group stays ahead of the technology curve.
The division develops and implements digital tools that give clients real-time visibility over their cargo, automate compliance reporting, and optimise route planning — creating a smarter, more efficient logistics experience.
Custom logistics management platforms tailored to the mining and export industry.
GPS tracking and real-time inventory management for complete cargo visibility.
The Blackmagic Compliance Group is the Group's dedicated compliance and regulatory advisory division. In an industry where regulatory requirements are constantly evolving, the Compliance Group ensures that BML and its clients always operate within the latest legal and industry frameworks.
Services include ISO certification support, B-BBEE compliance advisory, environmental compliance, export documentation management, and regulatory training for logistics teams.
Access the combined expertise of BML, Zen Freight, Blackmagic Tech, and the Compliance Group — a complete logistics ecosystem built for South African mining and export.
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