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Axis Carbon

Disciplined execution and accountable leadership in Southern African commodity trading. Delivering reliable supply through operational transparency and lean, founder-led management.

Commodities

Coal
Chrome
Copper

Supply of industrial and power-grade coal for defined boiler and process specifications, serving both domestic and export markets with quality assurance.

Management of chrome concentrate and ROM supply for domestic and export buyers, governed by strict source identification and QA/QC controls.

Strategic copper concentrate and cathode sourcing and transaction support for export buyers, partnering with credible Southern African producers to ensure stability.

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Iron Ore

Iron ore placements for domestic/export buyers, matched to spec with assay-backed QA/QC and execution-led logistics support.

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Petrochemicals

Diesel-focused petrochemical supply placements with compliant documentation and execution management from offer through delivery.

Structured Accountability Throughout the Trade Cycle

STAGE 01

Requirement Analysis

Deep dive into boiler specifications, requested volumes, delivery schedules, and commercial terms to ensure total alignment from day one.

STAGE 04

QA/QC Controls

Managed sampling at source and dispatch using defined protocols and third-party laboratory verification for guaranteed spec adherence.

STAGE 02

Supply Alignment

Matching confirmed requirements to mine production capacity and logistical feasibility, prioritising long-term continuity over spot trades.

STAGE 05

Logistics Execution

Active dispatch planning and truck allocation across vetted transporters, with real-time tracking and pro-active escalation management.

STAGE 03

KYC & Contracting

Formal onboarding of counterparties through structured KYC, credit assessments, and rigorous contracting to protect all stakeholders.

STAGE 06

Reconciliation

Transparent trade closure through weighbridge reconciliation, verified proof-of-delivery (POD) collection, and clean invoicing.

STAGE 05

Logistics Execution

Active dispatch planning and truck allocation across vetted transporters, with real-time tracking and pro-active escalation management.

Quality as a Process

Axis Carbon treats quality as a managed certainty rather than a speculative promise. Our structured methodology coordinates sampling at the source with final dispatch audits, ensuring every shipment meets precise industrial specifications through disciplined execution and rigid quality control protocols.

Partnering Model

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Driving value through structured accountability and disciplined delivery management for all stakeholders in the supply chain.

For Mines
  • Stable offtake solutions
  • Qualified, credit-worthy buyers
  • Structured dispatch planning
  • QA alignment to protect schedules
For Logistics
  • Stable demand and volume
  • Clear dispatch planning
  • Fast operational decision-making
  • Requirement for compliant fleets
For Buyers
  • Consistent on-spec supply
  • Disciplined scheduling and delivery
  • Transparent reconciliation
  • Procurement alignment

Accountable Leadership & Governance

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Sisonke Mgwebi

CEO & Co-Founder

Responsible for commercial leadership, client strategy, and market development. Sisonke ensures Axis Carbon remains aligned with the long-term needs of industrial power producers and export partners.

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Arno Kuit

Operations Director & Co-Founder

Directs supply chain coordination and operational delivery. Arno maintains direct relationships with mines and transport operators to ensure disciplined execution and reliable on-spec supply.

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Laura Cohen

CTO & Co-Founder

Leading technology strategy and systems infrastructure. Laura focuses on reducing friction across fragmented supply chains through structured data and digital transparency.

Axis Carbon operates with a compliance mindset appropriate for regulated, high-trust supply chains. Our core principles include ethical trading, zero tolerance for bribery, formal KYC onboarding, and record-keeping. As a Level 2 B-BBEE, majority black female-owned business, we provide credible empowerment alignment without compromising operational reliability.

Governance & Compliance

Start a Reliable Supply Relationship

Whether you're looking for consistent coal supply or strategic base metal partnerships, our team is ready to execute with precision and accountability.

Email

office@axiscarbon.co.za

Phone

+27 (0)63 687 2965

Address

4 Louis Trichardt St, eMalahleni (Witbank), 1035, South Africa

Majority Black Female-Owned | Level 2 B-BBEE

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