Gapuma exhibiting at WAMPEX 2026
19 May 2026 West Africa’s largest mining industry gathering takes place from 3rd to 5th June at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra – and you will find us on the show floor. Gapuma is a premier provider of sourcing, procurement and logistics for a wide range of chemicals, solvents and other commodities, with products integral to leading industry sectors globally. In the extractives sector, that means supplying a comprehensive range of chemicals for ore processing and waste treatment, backed by strategically positioned warehouses and an efficient supply chain infrastructure to ensure timely delivery and uninterrupted production. Through our recent partnership with Servaco PPS Limited – one of West Africa’s foremost industrial and mining supply companies – we have deepened our operational roots in Ghana and across the region. Our stand at WAMPEX gives us the opportunity to build on that momentum, meeting clients, forging new partnerships and showcasing what Gapuma Ghana can deliver. Manning the stand will be Obert V J Chikwature, Bernice Boahene and Moses Gadabor. Joining them on one of the days will be Vaibhav Raj Thakkar (Senior Purchasing Manager) and Ash Unadkat (Quality and Compliance Manager) from our London office. WAMPEX brings together over 6,000 mining professionals from more than 25 countries – come and find us there. 📍 La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra 📅 3rd – 5th June 2026
Gapuma Group Acquires Equity Stake in Servaco PPS, Ghana’s Leading Industrial and Mining Supply Company
PRESS STATEMENT: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1 May 2026 Gapuma Group, the London-based multinational commodities company serving customers through its warehousing and distribution network, today announces the acquisition of an equity stake in Servaco PPS Limited (SPPS), one of West Africa’s foremost industrial and mining supply companies. Founder Rudolph Opata Matey retains his stake and continues as Managing Director. The partnership represents Gapuma’s most significant strategic investment to date on the African continent, and marks a new chapter in the Group’s long-standing commitment to building durable, operational businesses across emerging markets. Servaco PPS – headquartered in Tema, Ghana – was founded in 1998 and has grown over more than two decades into the region’s most comprehensive industrial supply and services company. Operating across Ghana, Sierra Leone and Burkina Faso, it serves the mining, quarrying, construction, oil and gas, marine, power, water and telecoms sectors, supplying products from over 30 of the world’s leading industrial brands. Its subsidiary, Servmet Technical Services, provides specialist equipment repair, refurbishment and engineering services, including a newly inaugurated engineering workshop in Ghana. Jack Bardakjian, Group Managing Director of Gapuma, said: “SPPS has built something genuinely impressive – a business with real roots, real clients and a reputation earned through consistent delivery in one of Africa’s most demanding industrial environments. Our role is not to change what works, but to give Rudolph and his team the operational backbone and supply chain infrastructure to execute at a higher level. This is exactly the kind of partnership we have been looking for in West Africa.” Rudolph Opata Matey, Managing Director of Servaco PPS, said: “This partnership enables SPPS to deliver even greater value to our customers while building a stronger, more sustainable business. Gapuma’s operational expertise complements our deep knowledge of Ghana’s industrial and mining sectors. Together, we are better positioned to meet the evolving needs of our customers and create opportunities for our team.” The investment will strengthen SPPS’s working capital base, enhance its procurement and supply chain capabilities, and support further expansion across Ghana and West Africa. Gapuma brings to the partnership its global sourcing network – spanning more than 50 countries – and its established expertise in procurement, logistics and supplier development across Africa, Asia and Europe. Current management and staff remain fully in place. Day-to-day operations continue under the same leadership, with planned growth in technical and commercial capabilities to follow. About Gapuma Group Founded in London in 1999, Gapuma Group is an award-winning sourcing, procurement and logistics specialist with global reach. The Group sources products from more than 30 countries and delivers to over 50 countries worldwide, with particular depth of experience across Africa. Operating from its London headquarters, Gapuma serves clients across multiple sectors – including industrial, chemical, agricultural and energy – managing every link in the global supply chain from procurement and finance to logistics and final delivery. www.gapuma.com About Servaco PPS Limited Servaco PPS Limited is a leading Ghanaian provider of industrial products, technical services and supply chain solutions, serving the mining, quarrying, construction, oil and gas, marine, power, water and telecoms sectors across West Africa. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Tema, Ghana, the company operates through strategic hubs in Ghana, Sierra Leone and Burkina Faso, and supplies products from more than 30 of the world’s leading industrial brands. Its subsidiary, Servmet Technical Services, delivers specialist engineering and equipment services to major mining and industrial clients across the region. www.servaco.com.gh
Our greatest assets don’t appear on any balance sheet
9 April 2026 At Gapuma Group, we have always believed that our people are our greatest competitive advantage. Long service is not merely a milestone — it is evidence of something deeper: trust, expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence that compounds in value with every passing year. Today, we are proud to celebrate two extraordinary colleagues who embody that spirit. 🎉 2 Years — and a very special announcement. We are delighted to share that Jing Zhang, one of our Procurement Officers, has been officially granted the right to stay and work in the UK under the Skilled Worker route. Jing’s meticulous approach to procurement has made her an indispensable part of our operations, and we could not be more pleased that she will continue to grow her career here at Gapuma. ✅ Visa approved ✅ Paperwork survived ✅ Time to celebrate A huge and heartfelt thank you to Stephen Harris — a true fixer of everything — for his patience, diligence, and expert navigation of the Home Office Portal throughout what has been an exceptionally lengthy process. His commitment to getting this right made all the difference. 🏆 Yanish — 11 Years of Service. A remarkable testament to dedication. 132 months. 574 weeks. 4,017 days. As one of our Business Development Managers specialising in West African and francophone markets, Yanish has been instrumental in building and nurturing some of Gapuma’s most strategically important commercial relationships. The depth of knowledge, cultural fluency, and hard-won trust that come with eleven years in that role cannot be overstated — and are precisely the qualities that set Gapuma apart in the markets we serve. Congratulations, Yanish, on this extraordinary milestone. Human capital is the true currency of a successful business. Individual expertise, institutional knowledge, and personal dedication cannot be replicated overnight — they are built, year after year, by people who choose to invest themselves in something bigger. We are enormously proud of each person who makes up the Gapuma family, and profoundly grateful for the unique contributions that sustain our winning formula. May you always be proud of the work you do, the person you are, and the difference you make. 💙
🤝 Strengthening Our Nigeria Presence
3 February 2026 We were delighted to welcome our Senior Leadership Team from GLB Chemical Services Limited, Gapuma Group’s Nigerian subsidiary, to our London headquarters this week. Prakash Ramchandani (Managing Director), Thompson Longe (Technical Sales), and Akash Suhanda (Commercial Sales) are with us for four days of intensive strategy sessions and product training. On Tuesday, Jing Jing Lim from Chevron joined us for an in-depth product training session on Group 2 Base Oils, followed by strategic discussions on how we grow our distribution partnership in Nigeria; expanding our market penetration and delivering exceptional value to our customers across West Africa. These face-to-face sessions are invaluable; sharing insights, challenging assumptions, and aligning on our vision for the Nigerian market – that virtual meetings simply can’t replicate. During their visit the team will also attend the Argus Global Base Oils Conference; a gathering of more than key 400 decision-makers from across the international value chain shaping the future of base oils and lubricants. Great collaboration between our teams in London and Lagos – building the future of our Nigerian operations together.
Gapuma in Côte d’Ivoire
23rd September 2025 Our Business Development Manager, Yanish Bhageerutty, has recently completed another successful visit to Côte d’Ivoire – a market where Gapuma continues to strengthen its presence and contribute meaningfully to long-term growth. For more than a decade, Côte d’Ivoire has stood out as one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s most dynamic economies and a genuine regional hub. Its success reflects sustained growth, solid macroeconomic fundamentals, and an ambitious shift away from dependence on raw commodity exports towards value-added industry and services. The country’s progress has also been shaped by the resilience and ingenuity of its private sector. While challenges remain – including a large informal economy and the need for broader inclusion – Côte d’Ivoire is firmly positioned for continued transformation. Recent indicators underline this trajectory. The country has recorded some of Africa’s strongest sustained growth rates, averaging around 8% between 2012 and 2019, and maintaining momentum despite global headwinds. Diversification is accelerating across industry and services, inflation remains comparatively low at 3.8% in 2024, and fiscal stability is improving. Côte d’Ivoire also holds a recognised leadership role in trade and investment within ECOWAS, supported by strategic investments in education and skills that are building the human capital needed for the next phase of development. Territorial inequalities and climate risks continue to present challenges, but the overall outlook remains positive and forward-looking. We are proud that Gapuma is contributing to this progress. And with Yanish pictured by the restored Abidjan Lagoon, proudly wearing his Gapuma G-shirt, the symbolism is unmistakable: a revitalised Côte d’Ivoire and a company committed to reaching places where others cannot.