{"id":1501,"date":"2017-02-09T14:23:01","date_gmt":"2017-02-09T14:23:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/consult.loc\/?page_id=1501"},"modified":"2024-01-04T11:24:03","modified_gmt":"2024-01-04T11:24:03","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thinkenergy.africa\/index.php\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About HAHLEKETA Trading"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1555483442994{margin-top: -75px !important;margin-bottom: 55px !important;padding-top: 81px !important;padding-bottom: 78px !important;background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5>Empowering Progress, Fuelling Futures<\/h5>\n<p>Welcome to HAHLEKETA Trading, a trailblazing force in the South African oil and gas industry. Founded with a strategic vision, we aspire to be South Africa&#8217;s first black women-owned oil and gas company, dedicated to acquiring and developing upstream and downstream assets. At the core of our operations are the sourcing, marketing, supply, and distribution of primary raw and refined petroleum products, coupled with a commitment to sustainable growth and social development.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<blockquote style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n<p>At HAHLEKETA Trading, our journey is a testament to unwavering commitment, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Join us in shaping the future of the oil and gas industry, where every milestone is a step towards a brighter and sustainable tomorrow.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][stm_spacing lg_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; md_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; sm_spacing=&#8221;40&#8243; xs_spacing=&#8221;40&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-5&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;7131&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704367428015{margin-top: 30px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Our Essence&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704359867327{margin-bottom: 39px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1485526502077{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4&#8243;][stm_icon_box icon=&#8221;fas fa-female&#8221; style=&#8221;icon_left&#8221; icon_size=&#8221;30&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; icon_bg_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; icon_width=&#8221;70&#8243; title=&#8221;Black Female-Owned and<br \/>\nOperated&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704360030011{margin-bottom: 28px !important;}&#8221; icon_color_custom=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; icon_bg_color_custom=&#8221;#2fa6dc&#8221;]HAHLEKETA Trading proudly stands as a black female-owned and operated business. Our leadership brings a unique blend of experience, strategic relationships, and deep industry knowledge to the forefront.[\/stm_icon_box][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4&#8243;][stm_icon_box icon=&#8221;fas fa-atom&#8221; style=&#8221;icon_left&#8221; icon_size=&#8221;30&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; icon_bg_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; icon_width=&#8221;70&#8243; title=&#8221;Creating a Nucleus of<br \/>\nBlack Competency&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704360510010{margin-bottom: 28px !important;}&#8221; icon_color_custom=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; icon_bg_color_custom=&#8221;#2fa6dc&#8221;]Our mission goes beyond industry prominence; we are committed to creating a nucleus of true black competency, aiming to be the largest independent Level 1 BEE company in the oil and gas sector.[\/stm_icon_box][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4&#8243;][stm_icon_box icon=&#8221;fas fa-fire-alt&#8221; style=&#8221;icon_left&#8221; icon_size=&#8221;30&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; icon_bg_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; icon_width=&#8221;70&#8243; title=&#8221;Reliable and Competitive<br \/>\nHydrocarbon Products&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704360681472{margin-bottom: 28px !important;}&#8221; icon_color_custom=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; icon_bg_color_custom=&#8221;#2fa6dc&#8221;]With a focus on reliability and competitive pricing, HAHLEKETA Trading aims to provide a wide range of hydrocarbon products to our clients. From Automotive Gasoil (Diesel) to Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), we deliver quality and performance.[\/stm_icon_box][stm_spacing lg_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; md_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; sm_spacing=&#8221;40&#8243; xs_spacing=&#8221;40&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704361075033{margin-bottom: 35px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/thinkenergy.africa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Refinery-background.jpg?id=7065) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;overlay_4 fixed_bg&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Strategic Intent&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704361421336{margin-bottom: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][stm_info_box align_center=&#8221;yes&#8221; style=&#8221;style_2&#8243; title=&#8221;Cooperation on the Global Stage&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704362064956{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]HAHLEKETA Trading is positioned to cooperate with international suppliers, sourcing refined petroleum products sustainably and competitively, not only for South Africa but also for other African countries.[\/stm_info_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][stm_info_box align_center=&#8221;yes&#8221; style=&#8221;style_2&#8243; title=&#8221;Expanding Storage and Distribution&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704362133098{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]We are securing independent storage in South Africa and Mozambique, expanding our reach to serve clients and industries efficiently. The goal is to develop storage tank farms for clients and expand into neighboring countries.[\/stm_info_box][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][stm_info_box align_center=&#8221;yes&#8221; style=&#8221;style_2&#8243; title=&#8221;Infrastructure and Downstream Sectors Expansion&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704362257115{padding-top: 5px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Our strategic intent extends into the infrastructure and downstream sectors. In the next 12 months, we plan to develop a Biofuel Refinery and venture into the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) import market.[\/stm_info_box][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1555484305136{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;about-bg-right&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][stm_spacing lg_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; md_spacing=&#8221;0&#8243; sm_spacing=&#8221;10&#8243; xs_spacing=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Our mission&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1544769875560{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 25px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704364073964{margin-bottom: 22px !important;}&#8221;]At HAHLEKETA Trading, our mission is to be a transformative force in the oil and gas industry. We are committed to becoming South Africa&#8217;s first black women-owned company, driving innovation in energy solutions through strategic partnerships and forward-thinking approaches. Our dedication extends beyond business success; we aim to contribute to social development and prosperity in the communities we serve. Empowerment, innovation, and sustainable growth define our mission as we strive to create a lasting positive impact in the industry and beyond.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1485525262482{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Our Key Enablers&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h6|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1704364179107{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22px; font-size: 13px;\"><strong>Key Supply Partnership with Augustus Global:\u00a0<\/strong>An instrumental enabler in our journey, our key supply partnership with Augustus Global strengthens our capabilities and enhances our standing in the industry.<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22px; font-size: 13px;\"><strong>Experienced Team:\u00a0<\/strong>HAHLEKETA Trading prides itself on an experienced team with diverse skills, ensuring a robust foundation for our operations and growth.<\/li>\n<li style=\"line-height: 22px; 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