The financing has been structured as a sustainability-linked loan, tying part of the funding framework to the company’s ability to achieve specific greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets.

The transaction reflects a growing trend among investors seeking to combine financial returns with measurable environmental impact.

Founded as a family-owned business and now in its third generation of leadership, Groupe Centaures has built a strong presence in Côte d’Ivoire’s logistics sector.

The company provides integrated services across road freight transportation, warehousing, heavy lifting operations, and container management, making it one of the few local firms capable of delivering comprehensive logistics solutions on a single platform.

The investment comes at a time when demand for efficient logistics services is rising across West Africa.

Rapid urbanization, growing trade volumes and increased industrial activity have placed greater pressure on supply chains, while concerns about the environmental footprint of transportation continue to attract attention from governments, businesses and investors.

Announcing the transaction, BluePeak Private Capital Managing Partner Walid Cherif said the logistics sector plays a vital role in supporting economic growth across the region but still faces significant operational and sustainability challenges.

“Logistics is a cornerstone of economic development in West Africa, yet it remains both fragmented and carbon-intensive. Through this investment, we are supporting a leading local platform in scaling operations while embedding measurable sustainability outcomes into its growth trajectory,” said Cherif.

BluePeak, an Africa-focused private capital firm established in 2019, specializes in providing flexible financing solutions to medium-sized businesses operating across the continent.

The firm has increasingly incorporated sustainability considerations into its investment strategy, including the use of sustainability-linked financing instruments that encourage companies to improve environmental performance while pursuing growth.

For Groupe Centaures, the financing is expected to strengthen operational capacity while accelerating investments in more efficient and environmentally responsible logistics infrastructure.

Chief Executive Officer Olivier Delsuc said the partnership aligns with the company’s long-term strategy of combining growth with sustainable business practices.

“This partnership marks an important step in our development as we continue to strengthen our operational capabilities and invest in more efficient and sustainable logistics solutions. Aligning our growth with clear environmental targets is fully consistent with our long-term vision,” Delsuc said.

The transaction further highlights growing investor interest in supporting African logistics companies that are modernizing supply chains while reducing environmental impacts.