About SOTRANS Group

50 years of pioneering
in Vietnam's logistics industry

Established in 1975, South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) is a key player in the field of warehousing and transportation, serving the development of Vietnam's trade industry. Since 2007, SOTRANS officially converted from a state-owned enterprise to a joint stock company model, opening a new development path. To date, SOTRANS is one of the leading enterprises in the Logistics industry in Vietnam, owning a system of warehouses, ports, and a transportation network covering the whole country, ready to meet all supply chain needs of domestic and foreign enterprises.

The first

official Customs broker in Vietnam
Top 
10 10

Most reputable transport and logistics companies

Top 
500 500

Largest enterprises in Vietnam

50 50
+

Years of excellence

525000 525000

Total port area

3.5 3.5
+

MILION TEUs in waterway throughput

14999 14999
+

Tons of project cargo

25 25
+

Vessels 90-300 TEU

100 100
+

Container trucks

HISTORY

The development history of SOTRANS Group

1975
1990
1992
2001
2005
2007
2010
2016
2016 - 2020
2023
1975
Established with a core warehousing and transportation system for the commercial sector.
ESTABLISHMENT PERIOD 1975 -> 1987

On October 14, 1975, Warehouse and Transport Company Level 1 - the predecessor of South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) today - was established on the basis of taking over the Thu Đức Storage Warehouse and the Department of Transportation/ Department of Maintenance under the central logistics agency of the Saigon government.

The company's main tasks at this time were warehousing activities, domestic transportation of essential goods on the South - North route, participating in the process of national reconstruction after the war, as well as performing international obligations to friendly countries Laos and Cambodia.

During this period, the company was a leading unit in the field of warehousing and domestic trade transportation, with hundreds of trucks, thousands of tons of coastal cargo, and river transport. For many consecutive years, the company continuously exceeded the state plan for warehousing, freight forwarding, South-North transportation, and international obligations.
1990
Established the Commercial Business Enterprise
INTEGRATION PERIOD 1988 -> 1991

The centralized planned economy and the bureaucratic subsidy mechanism created many difficulties for the company at this time. Goods were scarce in quantity and quality, warehouses were left empty for long periods, and the domestic transport market, both road and waterway, declined, forcing the company to liquidate all transport means such as boats, barges, trucks... and look for more suitable business solutions.

In 1990, the company established the Commercial Business Enterprise, operating in the field of production and trading of SOLUBE brand lubricants, opening up new opportunities in the field of commerce & services.
1992
Thành lập SOTRANS International Freight Forwarders, mở rộng hợp tác quốc tế
GIAI ĐOẠN PHÁT TRIỂN 1992 -> 2007

Năm 1992, sự ra đời của SOTRANS International Freight Forwarders đánh dấu bước chuyển mình mạnh mẽ khi công ty chính thức bước vào sân chơi logistics quốc tế với hệ thống đại lý toàn cầu được thiết lập và sau đó lần lượt trở thành thành viên của các tổ chức uy tín như Phòng thương mại Công nghiệp Việt Nam (VCCI), Hiệp hội Giao nhận Kho vận Việt Nam (VIFFAS - VLA), Hiệp hội Vận tải Giao nhận quốc tế (FIATA) và IATA.

Năm 2001, hệ thống quản lý chất lượng của SOTRANS đạt chứng chỉ ISO 9001:2000 do tổ chức quốc tế DNV cấp.

Từ năm 2005, với chiến lược đầu tư vào nguồn nhân lực chất lượng cao, SOTRANS hiện quy tụ đội ngũ gồm Tiến sĩ, Thạc sĩ, hàng trăm Cử nhân cùng nhiều cán bộ đang theo học các chương trình sau đại học.

Không chỉ chú trọng kinh doanh, SOTRANS còn tích cực tham gia các hoạt động cộng đồng như: Quỹ Vì người nghèo, Quỹ Khuyến học, chương trình Đền ơn đáp nghĩa, phụng dưỡng các Bà mẹ Việt Nam anh hùng…

Bằng nhiều nỗ lực, công ty đã được nhà nước trao tặng 5 Huân chương Lao động tập thể, 4 Huân chương Lao động cá nhân cùng nhiều cờ thi đua, bằng khen từ các bộ ngành. Đặc biệt, nhân kỷ niệm 30 năm thành lập, SOTRANS vinh dự đón nhận Huân chương Lao động hạng Nhất của Chủ tịch nước trao tặng.
2001
Received ISO 9001:2000 certification
DEVELOPMENT PERIOD 1992 -> 2007

In 1992, the birth of SOTRANS International Freight Forwarders marked a strong transformation as the company officially entered the international logistics playground with a global agent system established and then respectively became a member of prestigious organizations such as the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), Vietnam Logistics Association (VIFFAS - VLA), International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA), and IATA.

In 2001, SOTRANS' quality management system achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification issued by the international organization DNV.

From 2005, with a strategy of investing in high-quality human resources, SOTRANS now gathers a team consisting of PhDs, Masters, hundreds of Bachelors, along with many staff members pursuing postgraduate programs.

Not only focusing on business, SOTRANS also actively participates in community activities such as: Fund for the Poor, Study Encouragement Fund, Gratitude program, taking care of Vietnamese Heroic Mothers...

With many efforts, the company has been awarded 5 Collective Labor Medals, 4 Individual Labor Medals by the State, along with many emulation flags and certificates of merit from ministries and sectors. Especially, on the occasion of its 30th anniversary, SOTRANS was honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal awarded by the President.
2005
The President awarded the First Class Labor Medal
DEVELOPMENT PERIOD 1992 -> 2007

In 1992, the birth of SOTRANS International Freight Forwarders marked a strong transformation as the company officially entered the international logistics playground with a global agent system established and then respectively became a member of prestigious organizations such as the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), Vietnam Logistics Association (VIFFAS - VLA), International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA), and IATA.

In 2001, SOTRANS' quality management system achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification issued by the international organization DNV.

From 2005, with a strategy of investing in high-quality human resources, SOTRANS now gathers a team consisting of PhDs, Masters, hundreds of Bachelors, along with many staff members pursuing postgraduate programs.

Not only focusing on business, SOTRANS also actively participates in community activities such as: Fund for the Poor, Study Encouragement Fund, Gratitude program, taking care of Vietnamese Heroic Mothers...

With many efforts, the company has been awarded 5 Collective Labor Medals, 4 Individual Labor Medals by the State, along with many emulation flags and certificates of merit from ministries and sectors. Especially, on the occasion of its 30th anniversary, SOTRANS was honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal awarded by the President.
2007
Officially equitized, changed name to South Logistics Joint Stock Company
EQUITIZATION PERIOD 2007 -> PRESENT

In 2007, SOTRANS officially converted to a joint stock company model with the name South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) – opening a dynamic new chapter.

In 2010, the company continuously expanded its activities with subsidiaries such as: SOTRANS Focus International Freight Forwarding Enterprise, SOTRANS ICD Warehouse and Port, SOTRANS Petrol Fuel and Material Enterprise.

From here, on the occasion of its 35th anniversary, SOTRANS was once again honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal and the Commerce – Service award.

Currently, SOTRANS gathers a team of more than 1,200 employees, operating in diverse fields from warehousing, petroleum, domestic and international freight forwarding, to ICD port operations.

With a system of hundreds of thousands of square meters of modern warehouses and inland ports, advanced handling – transport equipment, and a global agent network, SOTRANS has become a strong Logistics brand domestically and internationally, recording an impressive growth rate of 20-30% per year.
2010
Established units: SOTRANS Focus, SOTRANS ICD, SOTRANS Petrol
EQUITIZATION PERIOD 2007 -> PRESENT

In 2007, SOTRANS officially converted to a joint stock company model with the name South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) – opening a dynamic new chapter.

In 2010, the company continuously expanded its activities with subsidiaries such as: SOTRANS Focus International Freight Forwarding Enterprise, SOTRANS ICD Warehouse and Port, SOTRANS Petrol Fuel and Material Enterprise.

From here, on the occasion of its 35th anniversary, SOTRANS was once again honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal and the Commerce – Service award.

Currently, SOTRANS gathers a team of more than 1,200 employees, operating in diverse fields from warehousing, petroleum, domestic and international freight forwarding, to ICD port operations.

With a system of hundreds of thousands of square meters of modern warehouses and inland ports, advanced handling – transport equipment, and a global agent network, SOTRANS has become a strong Logistics brand domestically and internationally, recording an impressive growth rate of 20-30% per year.
2016
Invested in subsidiaries: Sowatco, Vietranstimex, Sotrans Logistics, along with many other joint ventures and associates…
EQUITIZATION PERIOD 2007 -> PRESENT

In 2007, SOTRANS officially converted to a joint stock company model with the name South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) – opening a dynamic new chapter.

In 2010, the company continuously expanded its activities with subsidiaries such as: SOTRANS Focus International Freight Forwarding Enterprise, SOTRANS ICD Warehouse and Port, SOTRANS Petrol Fuel and Material Enterprise.

From here, on the occasion of its 35th anniversary, SOTRANS was once again honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal and the Commerce – Service award.

Currently, SOTRANS gathers a team of more than 1,200 employees, operating in diverse fields from warehousing, petroleum, domestic and international freight forwarding, to ICD port operations.

With a system of hundreds of thousands of square meters of modern warehouses and inland ports, advanced handling – transport equipment, and a global agent network, SOTRANS has become a strong Logistics brand domestically and internationally, recording an impressive growth rate of 20-30% per year.
2016 - 2020
SOTRANS became a member of ITL Group
EQUITIZATION PERIOD 2007 -> PRESENT

In 2007, SOTRANS officially converted to a joint stock company model with the name South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) – opening a dynamic new chapter.

In 2010, the company continuously expanded its activities with subsidiaries such as: SOTRANS Focus International Freight Forwarding Enterprise, SOTRANS ICD Warehouse and Port, SOTRANS Petrol Fuel and Material Enterprise.

From here, on the occasion of its 35th anniversary, SOTRANS was once again honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal and the Commerce – Service award.

Currently, SOTRANS gathers a team of more than 1,200 employees, operating in diverse fields from warehousing, petroleum, domestic and international freight forwarding, to ICD port operations.

With a system of hundreds of thousands of square meters of modern warehouses and inland ports, advanced handling – transport equipment, and a global agent network, SOTRANS has become a strong Logistics brand domestically and internationally, recording an impressive growth rate of 20-30% per year.
2023
PSA became a strategic shareholder
EQUITIZATION PERIOD 2007 -> PRESENT

In 2007, SOTRANS officially converted to a joint stock company model with the name South Logistics Joint Stock Company (SOTRANS) – opening a dynamic new chapter.

In 2010, the company continuously expanded its activities with subsidiaries such as: SOTRANS Focus International Freight Forwarding Enterprise, SOTRANS ICD Warehouse and Port, SOTRANS Petrol Fuel and Material Enterprise.

From here, on the occasion of its 35th anniversary, SOTRANS was once again honored to receive the First-Class Labor Medal and the Commerce – Service award.

Currently, SOTRANS gathers a team of more than 1,200 employees, operating in diverse fields from warehousing, petroleum, domestic and international freight forwarding, to ICD port operations.

With a system of hundreds of thousands of square meters of modern warehouses and inland ports, advanced handling – transport equipment, and a global agent network, SOTRANS has become a strong Logistics brand domestically and internationally, recording an impressive growth rate of 20-30% per year.
CORE VALUES

A solid foundation for the journey of development
and global integration

Vision
Top 3 logistics service providers in Vietnam
Mission
Providing the most effective logistics solutions
    PHILOSOPHY

    Philosophy - Culture - Principles

Business philosophy

SOTRANS' business philosophy is built on 4 main foundations: cooperation, creativity, communication, and closely. We are proud to be able to bring value-added values in logistics activities and thereby create opportunities for strong development together with customers.

Corporate culture

SOTRANS' cultural values can be briefly expressed through the word "RICH", these are the 4 core values throughout all activities of SOTRANS and are also the goals that the entire Company always strives to constantly improve.

Principles of conduct

4 Principles of conduct at SOTRANS
Cooperation
Tightly cooperate and share benefits together.
Creative
Be creative with a difference in services to provide the best specific solutions for each customer.
Communication
Communicate regularly to timely satisfy the needs of customers.
Closely
Build a friendly, cohesive working environment to develop together.
R – Responsibility
Have a high sense of responsibility in all activities.
I – Innovation
Always innovate to adapt.
C – Choice
SOTRANS is always a right choice for customers.
H – Home
Unite under the common house SOTRANS
Đoàn kết dưới mái nhà chung SOTRANS
Professional excellence
Company members need to strive to create trust and build a professional image.
For the common interest
All activities of members must serve the common interests of the Company.
Sincerity - Respect
Members need to be sincere and respect each other, develop together.
Strict compliance
Members must strictly comply with all regulations and policies of the Company.
Các thành viên phải chấp hành nghiêm túc tất cả những quy định của pháp luật và các nội quy, quy định của Công ty
MEMBER COMPANIES

Comprehensive logistics ecosystem development strategy

Since 2016, SOTRANS has pursued a clear strategy to develop a holistic logistics ecosystem through strategic investments in specialised companies, progressively evolving into a robust group model. As the holding company, SOTRANS focuses on operational optimisation, capital management, brand development, and enhancing competitiveness across the entire ecosystem.
Port operation, inland waterway transport, and shipbuilding.
Specialized in warehousing, international freight forwarding, and transport.
Leader in the field of transporting oversized and overweight cargo.
ACHIVEMENTS & AWARDS

Development milestones and outstanding achievements

In the 50-year development journey, SOTRANS has continuously expanded its operational scale, diversified business fields and step by step affirmed its solid position in Vietnam's Logistics industry with many medals and awards from the Government, management agencies and prestigious domestic organizations recognizing SOTRANS' outstanding contributions to socio-economic development: First-Class Labor Medal awarded by the President in 2005.
Thương hiệu Vàng TPHCM 2023
Thương hiệu Vàng TPHCM
2023
Thương hiệu Vàng TPHCM 2023
Ho Chi Minh City Golden Brand Award 2023
2023
Top Doanh nghiệp KH&CN và Đổi mới sáng tạo
Industrie 4.0 Awards
2023
Thương hiệu Vàng TPHCM 2021
Ho Chi Minh City Golden Brand Award 2021
2021
Top 10 Công ty uy tín ngành Vận tải và Logistics Việt Nam năm 1019
Top 10 Most Reputable Transportation and Logistic companies in Vietnam
2019
2018 - Top 50 Doanh Nghiệp Tăng Trưởng Xuất Sắc Nhất VN 2018
Top 50 Vietnam Best Growth
2018
Top 500 Doanh nghiệp tăng trưởng nhanh nhất Việt Nam
Top 500 Fastest Growing Enterprises in Vietnam
2018
Top 20 Doanh nghiệp dịch vụ Logistics Việt Nam
Top 20 Logistics Suppliers of Vietnam
2015
Giải thưởng Doanh nghiệp đạt chỉ số Tín nhiệm tốt nhất
Vietnam best company
2014
Huân chương Lao động hạng Nhất
First Class Labor Medal
2010
Giải thưởng Thương hiệu Mạnh Việt Nam - 2008
Vietnam Excellent Brand Award
2008
Giải thưởng Thương mại Dịch vụ xuất sắc - 2008
Vietnam Top Trade Services Award
2008
Giải thưởng Sao Vàng Đất Việt - 2006
Vietnam Gold Star Award
2006
Huân chương Lao động hạng Nhì - 2005
Second Class Labor Medal
2005
Huân chương Lao động hạng Ba - 2002
Third Class Labor Medal
2002
CERTIFICATIONS

Associations and Certifications

INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF FREIGHT FORWARDERS ASSOCIATIONS (FIATA)
SOTRANS HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF FIATA SINCE 1997
FIATA is the French acronym for the "International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations" (Fédération Internationale des Associations de Transitaires et Assimilés). Founded on May 31, 1926, and continuously developing, FIATA has over many years become the representative for the global professional Logistics service provider community. Members of FIATA are primarily National Freight Forwarding and Logistics Associations. Currently, the Federation has approximately 40,000 forwarding and logistics companies in 150 countries.
VIETNAM LOGISTICS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (VLA)
SOTRANS HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF VLA SINCE 1996
The Vietnam Logistics Business Association was established in 2016, with its predecessor being the Vietnam Freight Forwarders Association (VIFFAS).
INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION (IATA)
SOTRANS HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF IATA SINCE 2004
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is an international trade association of airlines headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada (where ICAO is also coincidentally headquartered, although they are completely different organizations). IATA was founded in April 1945 in Havana, Cuba. It is the successor to the International Air Traffic Association, which was founded in The Hague in 1919, the year of the world's first international scheduled services. At its founding, IATA had 57 members from 31 nations, mostly in Europe and North America. Today, the association has 270 members from 140 nations worldwide.
AIR & SEA ASSOCIATION (ASA)
SOTRANS HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF ASA SINCE 2015
ASA Network provides a system of selected independent freight forwarding companies - Logistics companies & customs brokers; this is considered a great opportunity to develop business with well-established partners in the same industry across the globe.
CARVRE SEVEN (C7)
SOTRANS HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF CARVRE SEVEN SINCE 2017
The mission of CARVRE SEVEN is to create an environment that fosters BUSINESS relationships through an INNOVATIVE NETWORK among international logistics professionals. The goal of CARVRE SEVEN is to create a platform that facilitates COLLABORATION AND PARTNERSHIP while continuing to provide its members with KNOWLEDGE on Logistics, Forwarding, and Shipping issues.
WCA PROJECT
SOTRANS HAS BEEN A MEMBER OF WCA PROJECTS SINCE 2018
All members of the WCA Projects Network have proven track records in activities related to commercial, military, or government-led projects, demonstrating a complete commitment to providing customers and partners with the best services to meet critical deadlines.
CLIENTS

SOTRANS Group accompanies global corporations