GUO Logistics - Knowledge Base
This guide provides team specific information to help you get off to a great and productive start at your Station.
- PROHIBITED ITEMS
- RECEIVING WAYBILLS AND ACKNOWLEDGING ON THE APP
- LEAVE REQUEST POLICY
- GUOL IMPORTANCE NOTICES
- Recap from AGM 2021/2022- Doing the Right thing, the right way, every time
- ATTENTION WHILE REGISTERING PARCELS- WARNING ON QUANTITY ERROR
- POS GUIDELINES
- PACKAGING & PARCEL DESCRIPTION NOTIFICATION FOR ALL STATIONS- DOs & DONTs
- LOGISTICS STATION STAFF DRESSING CODE POLICY
- LOGISTICS CHARTERS NOTIFICATION
- Parcel Caging Notification
- Important Update: Accurate Charging for Bulky and Irregular-Sized Parcels
- Reminder: Restricted Items for Core Northern Station Deliveries
- Introduction of Masking Tape for Improved Packaging Accuracy
- MEMO: Signature Tab and Pen usage and maintenance
- Proper Use of Issued Clipboards and Updates to Customer Delivery Information Forms
- Important Guidelines for Handling Travelling Boxes to Ensure Safe Delivery
- CLARIFICATION ON PARCEL DESTINATION: BALOGUN STATION vs. BALOGUN MARKET IN TRADE FAIR
- PROPER PACKAGING FOR INTERNAL ITEMS (INTN)
- Reminder: Parcel Inspection and Registration Procedures
- ADDRESSING DESCRIPTION ERROR FOR PACKAGING MATERIALS
- Important Reminder: Ensuring Proper Signature Verification for Parcel Registration
- Communication Mode for Damaged /Missing parcels and other Customer Complaints
- Reminder: Demurrage Recording and Discount Policy Compliance
- Guidelines on Queue Management and Priority Customer Handling
- PROCESSES FOR PARCELS
- PARCEL REGISTRATION
- CUSTOMER COLLECTION
- Accompanied Luggage Info
- GUOL VOCABULARY
- DELIVERY TIMELINES
- CONTACT INFO
- ABUJA DSD LOCATIONS
- LAGOS DSD LOCATIONS
- PHC DSD LOCATIONS
- Vehicle Dimensions
- ENUGU DSD LOCATIONS
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Below are some of the items we do not carry;
- Foreign Foods: Foreign Rice (i.e. check the manufacturing country, basmati etc.), Canned foreign foods (Tomatoes, vegetables) & large quantities of Vegetable Oil, we move Nigerian made Vegetable oil.; kindly contact BOM , Compliance or your Regional Supervisor for guidance if there is any exception to be made.
- Hard Drugs, Cigarette, Vape ; Cocaine, Cannabis, Marijuana, Weed, Tramadol etc.
- Money (Physical Cash & signed cheques)- we are not financial institutions
- Filled Gas Cylinder & Lighters- customer MUST expel all gas in the cylinder away from the office before registration
- Contraband goods; this refers to goods that are taken into or out of a country illegally; foreign rice, tyres (fairly used/Tokunbo tyres), Okrika clothes ,bags, toys and shoes.
- Inflammable substances e.g. Gas, Petrol, certain chemicals (liquid or powder: check the label on the bottle of the container).
- Live animals e.g. dogs, ram, goats, chicken etc.
- Perishable foods e.g. fresh vegetables & fruits.
- Smoked/Cooked meat or fish (Ensure the meat/fish is extremely dry and has no foul smell).
- Frozen foods e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, dairy product etc.
- Generator with Fuel( Empty all fuel, diesel, oils or liquids inside before registration)
- Machete & Cutlass
- Firearms, parts thereof and ammunition
- Red oil (due to its capacity to leave long lasting stain on anything it comes in contact with)
- Mirror, tampered glass, windscreen
- Injections and Medicine without NAFDAC Registration Number or Batch No. Do not describe approved medication as "Drugs"
- Photo frame with glass or weak frames - Photo frames need to be caged
- Tiles and Marbles, Ceramic Plates & general merchandize of the nature.
Note: When you are unsure, consult your Station/Regional Manager/Supervisor before proceeding with the parcel registration.
Kindly note that the items below need better handling before registration
- Standing fan & Standing sewing machine- these 2 need to be completely decoupled by the sender before they can be registered. If there are any loose parts, e.g.. screws, bolts, Keys etc. then they should be placed in a GMB and registered as another item in the PID.
- TV(not to be tested in our station), Microwave, Solar Panel, Gas Cooker with glass, Table top cooker with glass, Washing machine with glass, Mainly very fragile items, need to be caged before movement. All must be well inspected in front of the customer before registration. Ensure dents, cracks, scratches are indicated when registering.
RECEIVING WAYBILLS AND ACKNOWLEDGING ON THE APP
Parcels to be acknowledged: Also referred to as ”Inbound” is used to describe when Parcels from CPS and other stations are received and processed to be available for Pick up at Station (PAS) or Door Step Delivery(DSD).
Station Supervisor/ Operation Staff on duty ;
- Receives manifest from driver.
- Inspects shipment condition inside the vehicle to ensure no discrepancy
- Escalates damage(s) or spillage in transit if any by taking pictures & sending mail to Resolution team (resolution@guologistics.ng)
- Unload, inspect, confirm and acknowledge non-GMB shipment with the scanner( have your eyes on the laptop screen to ensure no error message, escalate any error if noticed)
- Sort shipment per location and store in designated shelfs or trolleys.
- Unload GMBs and confirm with the scanner
- Inspect content, escalate exceptions if any
- All VICs (Very Important Cargos) like Phones, laptops, important documents/Intl. passports, mails and parcels to be kept properly by Station Manager/ Supervisor and warehouse haulage items(call receivers of bulky items for immediate pickup).
- Officially report/escalation of all exceptions
Note: A barcode scanner MUST be used when acknowledging parcels. If there are any exceptions during scanning, they must be escalated via mail.
LEAVE REQUEST POLICY
Guide on how to make your leave requests
LEAVE REQUESTS- (HR INFO)
Dear Esteemed Staff,
In line with Management view to streaming our work flow and enhance productivity, it is with great joy that management wishes to inform you all of the introduction of a new software called HRIS. This software is designed to simplify task and it comes with various features such as storing and tracking employee data ranging from attendance, tracking employee performance to ensure a concise engagement, leave applications and approval and many more.
Employees can access this software by logging in with their STAFF ID number as their username and using pass@123 as their default password, it is advisable to change the default password to a personalized and confidential password after first time of log-in to ensure utmost confidentiality, in other to access this mail kindly click on http://guotsc.com.ng/login.
NOTE: Always check in and check out on a daily basis when you log-in
For any clarification regarding this new software kindly contact the HR department.
Thank you for your cooperation and enthusiasm in embracing this new software .
Kindly note the following:
- Due to business exigencies, employees would not be allowed to go on leave around the periods stated below;
Month |
Date |
Year |
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January |
1st – 15th |
2025 |
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April |
1 Week before and 1 Week After Easter |
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August |
1st - 31st |
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December |
1st - 31st |
- Staff who are to go for maternity leave this year are also not entitled to annual leave in this same year.
- Leave requests should be sent at least 3 days ahead of leave dates.
- Leave embarked upon without notice to the HR department will not be honored and will be classified under absenteeism which will go into staff performance appraisal.
Annual leave entitlement
- Contract staff/staff below 1 year- 5 days casual leave(Sufficient justification will have to be presented)
NOTE: Any request sent outside the channel stipulated in this document will not be honored!
GUOL IMPORTANCE NOTICES
Mails and Important information shared
Recap from AGM 2021/2022- Doing the Right thing, the right way, every time
Dear Team,
Sequel to the Annual General Meeting held with all station supervisors and representatives in February, I would like us to break out of old patterns and make new behaviors permanent.
Our theme for the Year is, Operational Excellence, doing the right thing, the right way, every time.
Key highlights from the meeting which I would like us to work on for the year are;
- Every Parcel Must move out of “Your” Station with a Trip (after registration, during reroute, when forwarding and when returning parcels to their origin)
- The Dashboard tells a good story about parcel movement, do well to use it in tracking outbound and inbound parcels
- Realistic EDDs must be given to all parcels registered and each individual will be held accountable when parcels are given otherwise.
- During Registration, Inspection should be critically carried out to avoid damages, contraband registration, poor packaging etc.
- When parcels are acknowledged at your station, ensure there is proper follow up via call to the recipient for prompt pickup.
- Ensure All parcels displayed under “Pending Customer Collection” on the dashboard match what you have in your storage.
- When working ensure you are the one signed on to the system, Impersonation is a crime punishable by Law.
- Official mode of communication remains Email, always confirm you are sending your mails to the right email address.
- When you need time to rest, do well to notify through the right channel so that your leave can be approved and you return to work refreshed.
When in doubt or in need of clarifications, do well to reach out so that answers or solutions can be provided.
ATTENTION WHILE REGISTERING PARCELS- WARNING ON QUANTITY ERROR
Dear All,
Looking through requests on changes to be made on PIDs from various stations, it has now become a trend to receive mails to change quantity of items due to errors made out of negligence and lack of proper verification before saving record of parcels during registration. Additional quantity equates to additional print out of barcode which equates to additional money spent on operational materials by Company.
In order to curb this, going forward any additional quantity added to an Item in a PID which was added out of negligence and lack of proper verification will cost N100 per additional quantity (i.e. if you are meant to have 1 quantity and you put 2, then you will pay N100, if you are meant to have 1 quantity and you put 50, then you will pay N4,900)
This amount will be harvested (debited) monthly from you as the error occurs. Failure to send a mail/escalate when such mistakes are made will be taken as “Intention to Conceal” which will follow with a double harvest.
CPS’ are to fish out and send mails on such errors when they observe them.
PEOPLE DON’T PAY ATTENTION UNTIL THEY HAVE TO – Meredith Whitney
A SIMPLE ACT OF PAYING ATTENTION CAN TAKE YOU A LONG WAY- Keanu Reeves
POS GUIDELINES
GUO LOGISTICS LTD
INTERNAL MEMO
FROM: Account Department
TO: ALL STAFF
DATE: February 19th 2019
SUBJECT: DELIVERY OF POS MACHINE WITH TERMINAL ID
We write to request your acknowledgement of the receipt of one Fidelity Bank POS machine with the above Terminal ID. Kindly ensure adherence to polices and Procedure regarding its use.
- You are to ensure the safety of the machine and most especially the charging cable
- You are to display it at a point where it will be visible to customers and accessible to staff
- Where there are any POS issues such as the POS machine showing declined whereas the customer claimed to have been debited. Please inform the customer that the debit will be reversed by the network providers and in the event that he did not get any reversal, such customer should visit his/her bank and obtain reversal form. Please Note that, you are not expected to process refund of cash to any customer as such staff salary account will be debited twice.
- The machine is expected to print two POS receipt. The first receipt will carry a heading called MERCHANT COPY while the second Print out will carry CUSTOMERS COPY. The customers copy is expected to be handed over to the customer. The merchant copy will be used by your terminal to account for the days transaction and neatly arranged and attached to your DSR and all forwarded to accounts department. Please NOTE that all the MERCHANT copy to be sent to account department must be signed and also the name of the staff who processed the POS transaction
- For any technical, faulty or network issues resulting from the use of the machine. Kindly contact our FIDELITY BANK REPRESENTATIVE MR. UCHE @ 08163723049
The operation of the machine is very easy and only has three steps. Press and HOLD the red button to power the machine. Password is; 123456
STEP 1; Enter the PURCHASE Option by pressing button 1 and after which you enter the PAY Option by pressing button 1 again
STEP 2; Request for the Customers card and INSERT IT into the machine and ask the customer if it is savings (press1) or Current (press2)
STEP3; Enter the amount e.g. 5,000.00 and hand over to customer to input his password and after which, you will collect it from customer and press the Green button ENTER.
STEP 0: If you are not certain please visit the transport section to help you operate it
NOTE THAT a receipt will be generated and after which, you are expected to press any button to generate a second receipt for the customer.
NOTE THAT we have seen a situation where a staff wants to input 5,000.00 but ended up typing only 50.00 Such staff did not check to confirm what he typed was =N=50 and not =N=5,000 that he intended.
NOTE THAT all successful POS transaction was state APPROVED.
FRAUD DETECTION NOTICE
- It will be termed as fraudulent if we receive a POS transaction receipt that states DECLINED
- It will also be termed as fraudulent if we receive a POS transaction receipt that is double and carrying same information and in which case it was reprinted
- It will also be termed as fraudulent if we received a POS transaction receipt that is double and carrying MERCHANT COPY and CUSTOMERS COPY. This suggest that the customer was not handed his own copy or he/she may have dropped it while leaving and the staff collected and presented it to account.
- It will also be termed as fraudulent if you exchange physical cash for POS transaction. An example is when Mr. ZOBIAGASDA ask you to give him cash of =N=100,000 or =N=5,000 so that he can transfer same money using POS. You should not accept such transaction. If such ATM CARD was stolen. You will be held liable because you did not render any services to him. You will be asked to present what shipment that the person made if it is reported to the law enforcement agency
We wish to inform you that we have a staff whose only duty is to review the POS receipts from all terminals and where any of the above fraudulent act or any other act which is deemed to be fraudulent is discovered, such staff salary account will be debited three times the amount involved including the possibility of dismissal.
Thank you and please acknowledge and return the duplicate copy to account Department
Oyiliona Ikechukwu
PACKAGING & PARCEL DESCRIPTION NOTIFICATION FOR ALL STATIONS- DOs & DONTs
Dear Staff,
I hope you are having a productive day.
Kindly spend some minutes in digesting the information below.
Going forward, Kindly note that the CSR carrying out the registration of any parcel will be held fully responsible when any issue of poor packaging arises and will be treated in a just manner. All CSRs and Operation Supervisors registering parcels, Must carry out thorough inspection of the item(s) in front of them from Returning and New customers alike. There will not be tolerance for assumptions made on any parcel during registration.
Ensure also that when describing the parcel, the proper description is used, stating the actual item(s) and type of packaging material used (e.g. Fabric in GMB, Yam in Brown Sack etc.). The right quantity and weight of the parcel should be captured. ALWAYS review your registration before saving record. If any errors are made, do well to escalate immediately via mail and ensure your mail is sent to the accurate email addresses and it leaves your outbox.
Error in quantity and weight attract penalties which have been shared in an email earlier with subject (ATTENTION WHILE REGISTERING PARCELS- WARNING OF QUANTITY ERROR), and is also on Knowledge Base.
The Central Processing Station is not an office for packaging or repackaging parcels. It distorts their work activities when they have to do this task.
However, they will serve as Surveillance(Control measure) for Business Operations.
- CPS will report any parcel received from the origin poorly packaged. This incident report will be sent in a mail with the subject “Packaging Error PID XXX…”
- CPS will report Wrong Description of Parcel. This incident report will be sent in a mail with the subject “Parcel Description Error PID XXX… “
- CPS will report discrepancy in weight of parcels
- CPS will also report discrepancy in quantity of parcels received.
Report mails should be sent to Benita.m@guologistics.com , compliance@guologistics.com , resolution@guologistics.ng & emeka.amadi@guologistics.ng
Failure to abide by the instructions above will now come with strict debits
- For wrong parcel description a debit of N2000 will apply and will be higher for parcels above 5kg.
- For poor packaging the cost of packaging the parcel will be debited from the CSR who registered and the one who trips out without checking (this will be treated case by case)
- If a parcel moves through CPS without any escalation from their end on all mentioned above errors and it is discovered, A debit will apply to the Logistics Officer who acknowledged the trip.
These errors can be easily identified during tripping of parcels whether you make use of the scanner or not (PAY CLOSE ATTENTION, When tripping or acknowledging parcels).
Rush is not an excuse for making an error, It just shows that you are disorganized and you need order.
Company does not delight is punishing any staff, however if you fail to conform to these rules then the necessary sanction will be carried out.
LOGISTICS STATION STAFF DRESSING CODE POLICY
GUOL STAFF DRESS CODE is -BUSINESS CASUAL (i.e. Smart and professional)
Scope:
This policy applies to all employees of GUO Transport and Logistics during working hours.
- Work Attire:
o Men:
- Collared shirts, T-shirts, and Polo shirts.
- Pants, chinos and Jean trousers
- Shoes: loafers, Sneakers, Boots
o Women:
- Blouses, dress shirts, or professional tops.
- Skirts, dress pants, or professional dresses.
- Shoes: flat shoes, sneakers, Boots
- Inappropriate Attire:
- T-shirts with offensive language or graphics.
- Shorts, flip-flops, slippers and athletic wear (such as track suits/joggers)
- Revealing clothing, including excessively short skirts or dresses.
- Personal Hygiene:
- Employees are expected to maintain good personal hygiene and grooming.
- Hair should be neat and well-groomed/made.
- Strong perfumes or colognes are discouraged to maintain a comfortable work environment for all.
General Guidelines:
- Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance that reflects positively on the GUO brand.
- The GUO Vest must be worn at all times during work hours.
- Clothing should be neat, clean, and free of holes, rips, or stains.
- Employees are prohibited from putting on clothing that renders support to any political party, tribe or religion as GUO maintains a non-partisan stand on related matters.
- Employees are prohibited from putting on branded clothing belonging to other local brands or businesses.
- Minimal and professional accessories are encouraged.
Effective October 01, 2024, there will be a full enforcement of our dress code policy. Specific penalties will apply to individuals who violate or disregard this policy, which include:
- N2000 penalty per infraction for defaulting Supervisors.
- N1000 penalty per infraction for defaulting staff.
- In any event that a supervisor fails to escalate a subordinate’s default, an amount equal to double the penalty shall apply.
- Suspension or termination of employment where the default has continued despite repeated admonitions.
LOGISTICS CHARTERS NOTIFICATION
In order to have a proper record of all Charter requests from Stations, kindly send a mail to (BOM: benita.m@guologistics.com, Compliance: compliance@guologistics.com , Logistics Operations Manager: oluwaseyifunmi.ebijimi@guologistics.ng & Operations: operation@guologistics.ng )& the CPS in your station) stating the following (use as template):
- Item type to be moved
- Pick Up Address of Charter
- Contact Name & Number of the Sender
- Delivery Address of Charter
- Contact Name & Number of the Receiver
- Date Inspection was carried out & Personnel who carried out Inspection (if done)
- Vehicle Type/Size needed (Fleet Management is to provide information of the different sizes available and it must be confirmed with the customer and CSR before the vehicle is mobilized). See list of vehicles available below
- Haice Bus
- 3 Tonnes Truck
- 4.5 Tonnes Truck
- 5 Tonnes Truck
- 7 Tonnes Truck
- 10 Tonnes Truck
- Pick Up Time and Date
- Amount charged (attach proof of payment)
As soon as a go ahead is given and payment is made to Company account, the Charter is registered on the App and tripped out to the receiving CPS. Kindly send another mail providing the below information.
- The PID for the Charter
*The destination station where the Charter is registered to should be notified about the charter movement in order to follow up once delivered, so that customer collection can be processed timely on the App. Put the Destination Station in copy when sending out PID for the Charter.
*All Charters in Lagos Stations should go through Lagos CPS for confirmation before embarking on the trip, excluding the ones from Ajah Station
*The Charters from and to the Southern & Eastern Stations should go through Onitsha CPS before embarking on the trip, except for stations that do not pass through Onitsha to their destination
*The Charters from Abuja Stations should go through Abuja CPS before embarking on the trip.
*Also note that if a charter is going to a destination in Abuja, it needs to pass through Abuja CPS for confirmation before delivery to the customer's door step.
Parcel Caging Notification
Dear All,
We introduced the "Parcel Caging" feature in our system to ensure accurate capture and recording of caging costs. However, we have noticed inconsistent usage of this feature.
From now on, it is MANDATORY to record the charges for parcel caging. This applies whether you or a carpenter at your station performed the caging. The caging cost MUST be documented on the system.
Note: If an item arrives already caged by the customer, this information should be entered in the “Additional Information” column.
Failure to comply may result in penalties or disciplinary actions.
If you have any questions regarding this message, please reach out for further clarification.
Items that need to be caged are Television of all sizes, Computer Monitors, Washing Machine with glass, Gas Cooker with glass top or side glass, Table top burner with glass, Solar Panel, Microwave, Ceramic Plate in Carton etc
Important Update: Accurate Charging for Bulky and Irregular-Sized Parcels
Dear All,
Due to the recent fuel crisis and rising operational costs, it’s crucial we accurately charge for bulky parcels. Some stations have undercharged recently, which must be corrected immediately.
Please note that bulky items include not only large or heavy parcels but also irregular-sized parcels and multiple items packed together as a single unit.
For any pricing issues or queries about bulky parcels, including irregular-sized or multiple items-in-one parcels, please consult the BOM, Compliance, or Regional Supervisors. Ensure you provide the following for faster resolution:
- Total weight of items
- A picture of the items
- Total value of items
- Amount seen on the portal
- Destination of the items
Thank you for your usual cooperation, looking forward to a better floe of operations.
Please if you do not understand the message above kindly reach out to your Station supervisor or Regional supervisor for guidance.
Reminder: Restricted Items for Core Northern Station Deliveries
Dear All,
We would like to remind everyone of the core northern stations we service: Zaria, Kano, Kaduna, Yola, Jalingo, Jos, and Bauchi. To ensure smooth delivery and maintain the quality and safety of the items entrusted to us, we have restrictions on certain items that we do not carry specifically to these stations above. These items include:
- Televisions
- Gas cookers (both tabletop and standing), generally items that require caging
- Flower vases
- Laptops/Tabs
- Photo frames with glass
- Gas Cylinders
- Big/large sizes items
These restrictions are in place primarily due to the distance involved and the mode of conveyance used for deliveries to these locations. By adhering to these guidelines, we aim to maintain the same quality of the items as they were when received from the sender, ensuring customer satisfaction.
For further details, please refer to the list of prohibited items available on our knowledge base.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Introduction of Masking Tape for Improved Packaging Accuracy
Dear Team,
To boost the effectiveness, efficiency, and professionalism of our packaging process, we are implementing masking tape for multiple-quantity parcels and same-colored bags. This method will ensure greater accuracy.
Here's how it works:
- Masking tape will be cut and attached to each item, showing its weight.
- The weight will be clearly written on the tape.
- This will help match the correct barcode to each item, reducing errors.
- It will also prevent direct writing on item surfaces, keeping them in better condition.
This straightforward solution will enhance our packaging process and uphold high professional standards.
Kindly find attached video of how to use this masking tape, it should not be wasted.
MEMO: Signature Tab and Pen usage and maintenance
Dear Team,
We have been distributing signature tabs to all offices to streamline the registration of parcels and the processing of collected parcels. It has come to our attention that these tabs are not being utilized to their full potential. This memo aims to emphasize the importance of proper use and maintenance of these devices to ensure efficiency and longevity.
Proper Use of Signature Tabs and Pens
- Signature Process:
- Customers should use the provided pen to sign on the signature tab.(on the tab, you will see the designated signing frame, outside this frame the pen will throw the signor off the page
- It is not acceptable for customers to use the laptop touchpad to sign out. This practice can lead to inaccurate records and potential damage to the equipment.
- Ensure that the signature tab and pen are handled with care.
- After each use, clean the surface of the signature tab with a soft, dry cloth to maintain its responsiveness.
- Store the pen in a secure location to prevent loss or damage.
- If you or any customer encounter difficulties using the signature tab, please seek assistance from your supervisor or the IT department. It is not okay to keep quiet when faced with such difficulty
- We encourage all staff to familiarize themselves with the operating instructions provided during via the Video of “How to use” (If you do not have this video, kindly request via this mail copying only me and resolution)
Maintenance of Equipment
- Regularly check the signature tab for any signs of wear or malfunction. Report any issues immediately to the IT department.
- Keep the signature tab away from liquids and extreme temperatures to avoid damage.
By adhering to these guidelines, we can enhance our operational efficiency and provide better service to our customers. Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued dedication to maintaining high standards in our daily operations.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out
Proper Use of Issued Clipboards and Updates to Customer Delivery Information Forms
Dear Team,
It has come to our attention that some logistics stations and staff members are unaware of the purpose and use of the clipboards that were issued to aid in the parcel registration process. This memo aims to clarify the importance of these clipboards in our daily operations and to inform you about an update to the customer delivery information forms.
Purpose of the Clipboards:
The clipboards have been provided to all logistics stations to assist our customers in filling out the "Customer Delivery Information Form" before their parcels are registered. Here’s how they help improve our operations:
- Speeds Up Registration: Customers complete forms while waiting, reducing time at the counter.
- Improves Customer Experience: Provides a stable surface for filling forms, enhancing comfort.
- Reduces Errors: Clearer, more accurate information reduces processing delays.
- Streamlines Operations: Allows staff to focus on other tasks by reducing form-filling time at the counter.
Action Required:
All station supervisors and staff are hereby instructed to:
- Ensure clipboards are readily available and accessible for customer use in your stations.
- Inform customers about the use of the clipboards and encourage them to fill out their forms while they wait for their turn at the counter.
- Be proactive in assisting customers with any questions they may have about filling out the form.
Update to Customer Delivery Information Forms:
Please be aware that a new section has been added to the "Customer Delivery Information Form" to collect customers' email addresses. Kindly find the new form attached to this mail. This addition is crucial as it will allow us to:
- Enhance our communication with customers by providing updates on their parcels via email.
- Build a customer database for future marketing and feedback purposes.
- Ensure we have multiple contact points for effective customer service.
Action Required:
- Kindly ensure that all customers are informed about the new email address section on the form.
- Encourage customers to provide their email addresses and assure them of the privacy and security of their personal information.
- We count on your cooperation in implementing these changes effectively to enhance our operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact your regional supervisor.
Thank you for your attention and commitment to service excellence.
Important Guidelines for Handling Travelling Boxes to Ensure Safe Delivery
Dear All,
To maintain high standards of customer satisfaction and ensure the safe delivery of all types of travelling boxes—whether fabric, plastic, or metal hard-shelled—the following guidelines must be strictly adhered to:
- Shrink Wrapping: All travelling boxes must be shrink wrapped for protection.
- Hard-Shelled Boxes: For plastic or metal hard-shelled boxes, they must first be wrapped with flat cartons and then shrink wrapped to prevent damage during transit.
- Positioning: Travelling boxes should always be laid flat on the floor (not standing) both during transportation and while in the station, to prevent shifting or toppling.
- Handling: All boxes must be carried, not dragged or rolled on their wheels, to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
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Defect Inspection and Registration:
While registering travelling boxes, staff must carefully inspect them for any possible defects, such as:
- Cracks in hard-shelled boxes
- Tears or rips in fabric boxes
- Broken or damaged wheels
- Faulty or broken zippers/locks
- Dents or deep scratches on the surface
Any identified defects must be recorded in the logistics portal during the registration process to ensure accurate tracking and accountability.
6. Complete Wrapping: Ensure that the wrapping of the boxes is thorough, covering the entire box from top to bottom, including the wheels.
Adherence to these guidelines is crucial for safeguarding the boxes and avoiding unnecessary damages. It is imperative that CPS teams assist in identifying stations that are not following these simple but essential instructions.
For any clarification or further assistance, please feel free to reach out to the BOM, Compliance, Resolutions, or your Regional Supervisor.
Thank you for your cooperation in upholding these standards.
CLARIFICATION ON PARCEL DESTINATION: BALOGUN STATION vs. BALOGUN MARKET IN TRADE FAIR
Dear Team,
It has come to our attention that there is confusion among senders regarding the intended destination for parcels, specifically between Balogun Station and Balogun Market located in Trade Fair. This misunderstanding has led to several instances of parcels being sent to our Balogun Station when they were meant for Balogun Market, resulting in unnecessary rerouting costs and delays.
To prevent further complications, it is crucial that we educate our senders on the distinction between these two locations.
Please ensure that when communicating with senders, they are made aware of the following:
- Balogun Station: This is our standalone station; generally located at Lagos Island, with the address; ALATISE PLAZA,BESIDE DUBAI MALL NUMBER 47 BALOGUN MARKET,LAGOS ISLAND.
- Balogun Market (Trade Fair): This is a specific market area location within Trade Fair market.
When sending parcels, it is essential for senders to clearly specify which location they intend the parcel for.
As CSRs, it is your responsibility to proactively inform senders about the differences and ask them to specify their intended destination clearly; and also educate all members of your team to reinforce the importance of this distinction and proper communication with senders.
By taking these steps, we can reduce the incidence of rerouted parcels and associated costs, ultimately enhancing our service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and your continued commitment to operational excellence.
PROPER PACKAGING FOR INTERNAL ITEMS (INTN)
Dear Team,
This memo serves as a reminder regarding the proper handling and packaging of internal items (INTN) that are registered to the corporate office. It is crucial that we maintain the integrity of our packaging materials and adhere to company policies.
Please be advised that the following packaging materials are strictly reserved for customer shipments and should not be used for internal items:
GMB (GUOL mail bags)
GBXS (GUOL Box Small)
GBXM (GUOL Box Medium)
GBXL (GUOL Box Large)
Barcode pouches, and
GUOL Envelopes.
When preparing internal items, please utilize alternative packaging that is not part of our customer-facing materials. This ensures that we preserve our resources for their intended purpose and maintain a professional image.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued commitment to our company's standards.
Reminder: Parcel Inspection and Registration Procedures
Dear Team,
I would like to take this opportunity to reiterate and emphasize the correct procedures for parcel inspection and registration, which are essential to ensure compliance and mitigate any risks that could jeopardize the business.
Key Guidelines:
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Inspection Protocol:
After a parcel has been inspected during registration, Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) must not return the parcel to the customer if the transaction is proceeding. If, for any reason, a parcel is handed back to the customer, it must undergo a thorough reinspection before the transaction continues. Please note, only CSRs are authorized to perform this inspection, not the loaders. -
CSR Responsibility:
Each CSR is responsible for being fully aware of every item inside the GMB or any other packaging material, whether it belongs to the company or the customer. If a parcel is handed over to a loader, ensure that all items to be packaged are secured within the bag or nylon and are not at risk of falling out. - Customer Interaction:
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- Customers are not permitted to write the list of items themselves without CSR presence. CSRs must be there to inspect the items personally.
- Customers are also not allowed to hold their own barcodes for loaders. CSRs should assist in providing the barcodes to the loaders for packaging.
- If a customer provides a written list on the form, CSRs must inspect the items to ensure they match the list and confirm that all items have been sighted.
Reinspection upon Return:
If a customer leaves and later returns to waybill an item, the CSR must conduct a complete reinspection of the parcel. This process is critical to prevent any misrepresentation or inaccuracies that could pose a risk to the business.
Compliance Reminder:
Adherence to these procedures is mandatory, and any deviation will be treated with the utmost seriousness. For further clarifications, please reach out to your station supervisor or regional supervisor.
Thank you for your attention to these important guidelines. Your cooperation is key to maintaining the integrity of our processes.
ADDRESSING DESCRIPTION ERROR FOR PACKAGING MATERIALS
Dear Team,
This memo serves to inform all CSRs of new regulations being implemented based on our agreement at AGM 2025 to address the rising number of parcel description discrepancies, which have led to delays and complications during parcel retrieval at the destination.
There have been increasing instances where parcels arrive at the end destination, and the description in the system does not match the physical appearance of the item.
This mismatch has resulted in significant delays in locating parcels when the recipient comes for collection, and has generally caused inefficiencies in our logistics operations.
To mitigate these issues, the following regulations are now in effect:
- A debit of N5000 will be charged to any CSR responsible for a case of description error that is escalated at an end destination after the 3rd attempt.
This will help reinforce the importance of accurate descriptions and ensure that each CSR is diligent in their role.
- CSRs should desist from assuming or pre-assigning packaging materials for parcels.
It has been observed that some packaging material assumptions are made prior to actual usage, leading to discrepancies if another packaging material is eventually used. If the system is not updated with the correct packaging information, it creates complications when the destination station attempts to locate the parcel.
A stop has to be placed on this to avoid escalation of wrong description used from the parcel’s destination
- It is crucial that CSRs conduct a thorough inspection of each item to determine the appropriate packaging material; nonetheless, the packaging should never be assumed.
If a different material is used than initially planned, a modification request must be sent to the Resolution team to ensure that the system reflects the actual packaging used.
- CSRs are required to specify the colors of the packaging materials used when registering parcels in the system. A clear and accurate description of the item, including details about the type and color of packaging material used must be stated in the description upon parcel registration. For example: BABY ROCKERS & CLOTHES IN A STRIPPED GREEN & RED GMG (SHRINK WRAPPED),CLOTHES IN YELLOW FANCY NYLON, CLOTHES AND HAIR IN WHITE CARTON etc.
This added detail will improve accuracy and reduce confusion when locating parcels at the destination station.
- The system has been updated to allow editing of the description and weight during registration. Click on the description text to edit before saving the transaction. CSRs should actively observe their parcels to ensure the accuracy of item descriptions.
During the dispatch trip creation process, whoever is handling the creation should closely verify that the description on the system matches the physical appearance of the item. If discrepancies are noticed, they must be addressed immediately to avoid future issues through escalation via mail to resolution@guologistics.ng
We appreciate your full cooperation and attention as they are adhered to, which will ultimately enhance the overall service we provide to our customers.
Important Reminder: Ensuring Proper Signature Verification for Parcel Registration
Dear Team,
After a thorough observation, we have come to realize that most of us fail to ensure customers sign on the registration form before parcel registration and/or fail to cross check/compare customer's signature on the registration form with that which was signed on the signature tab before saving their transactions.
The implication is that customer can deny filling that exact form, in a case where their item is damaged or missing. Thus claim that the parcel details inputted on the system did not originate from them.
Therefore, to avoid issues that may arise from such negligence, we must ensure that customers sign the registration form they filled before we register their items. We must also cross check/confirm that the signature on the form they filled replicates itself on the system before saving their transactions.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued commitment to our company's standards.
Communication Mode for Damaged /Missing parcels and other Customer Complaints
Shared 5th March, 2025
Dear All,
I trust this message finds you well.
Terms:
Damaged -broken, tear, spillage etc..
Missing
This is to address the mode of communication surrounding damaged, missing parcels and other customers complaints involving our CSRs and customers.
Please take note of the following instructions and ensure strict compliance:
- Under no circumstances should a CSR communicate unverified information to the customer directly or indirectly except there is a directive from the management.
- CSRs are strictly prohibited from sharing, calling, messaging, or giving out any information to customers regarding such matters.
- Any complaints or issues related to damaged /missing parcels should be promptly reported and directed to the Resolution department by the station supervisor or the CSR involved (in the case where the customer is the one reporting, it should be escalated to the customer care department) NB: Direct the customer to the customer care department on the following line: 08144988273, 07011037475, 08083348696 or Feedback@guologistics.com
Failure to adhere to these instructions will attract serious consequences. All representatives are expected to act within these guidelines to maintain order and professionalism in our service delivery.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Reminder: Demurrage Recording and Discount Policy Compliance
`Dear Team,
This is a reminder of the correct procedure for handling demurrage charges on parcels. Please adhere strictly to the following guidelines:
1️. Recording Demurrage Charges:
- When a demurrage charge appears for any parcel, record the exact amount shown in the system.
2️. Handling Discounts on Demurrage:
- If a discount is applied, record the amount collected after the discount.
Example: If the system displays ₦9,500 and a discount of ₦2,500 is given, record ₦7,000 as the collected amount.
- In such cases, send a follow-up email to the Resolution Team (resolution@guologistics.ng) with the parcel ID and the name of the person who approved the discount (i.e., your regional supervisor or a resolution personnel if your supervisor is unavailable).
- Ensure the regional supervisor and Audit (audit@guotransport.com) are copied in the email.
3️. Complete Waivers on Demurrage:
- If a full waiver is granted, the parcel must still be signed out using the exact system-generated amount.
- A follow-up email must then be sent to the Resolutions Team to clear the demurrage, including the name of the approving personnel in the body of the mail.
- Copy your regional supervisor and Audit in the email.
⚠️ Important Notice:
Under no circumstances should any amount other than the system-generated or approved discounted amount be recorded or used to sign out a parcel.
Please ensure strict compliance with this process to maintain accuracy and consistency in our operations.
Thank you for your cooperation
Guidelines on Queue Management and Priority Customer Handling
Dear Team,
To ensure fairness and order in attending to customers, please note that everyone is expected to join the queue when they arrive at our office. This helps us serve people in the order they came and avoids confusion.
However, some customers should be given priority. These include elderly persons, pregnant women, and those with special needs or disabilities. Please attend to them promptly and respectfully without asking them to join the queue.
Uniformed personnel can also be given priority, but only if they are fully dressed in their official uniform from head to toe, clearly showing they are on duty. If they are only wearing part of a uniform, they must join the regular queue. You may politely explain this if needed.
Lastly, if an ID card is required for a process, all customers—including uniformed personnel—must provide it. Let us always remain professional and respectful.
If any issue arises, kindly report it to your supervisor
Uniformed Personnel are GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS.
PROCESSES FOR PARCELS
These are processes guiding how parcel changes can be made
Cancellation of Parcels
Cancelling a parcel means that the parcel has been registered (it now has a PID), it is yet to get to the destination and The Sender wants to retrieve it at the origin.
GUIDELINES FOR CANCELLATION
- A mail should be sent with the subject ‘CANCELLATION OF PARCEL PID XXX’.
- The Mail should be sent to The BOM (benita.m@guologistics.com) and Cc ( resolution@guologistics.ng & compliance@guologistics.com)
- State the reason for cancellation in the body of the mail.
- State present location of the parcel.
- Note that cancellation fee will be deducted from the amount charged and the remaining amount will be given to the sender.
SCENARIOS: If parcel is;
At Origin station:
- For parcels packaged with GMB, cancellation fee is ₦500.
- For parcels packaged with other company material, cancellation fee will be ₦500 plus cost of materials used.
- For Very Important Cargos (international passport, laptops, phones, original documents etc.) cancellation fee will be ₦1000.
- For multiple items in a PID, the cancellation fee will be above N1000, kindly do well to confirm from The BOM or Compliance. Use 15% of amount paid as a guide together with packaging materials used if any.
Within Region:
- For parcels packaged with GMB only, the cancellation fee is ₦1000.
- For parcels packaged with other company materials, cancellation fee will be ₦1000 plus cost of materials used.
Outside Region:
- For parcels, cancellation fee is the same amount paid upon registration (i.e. no refund).
N.B: If the sender makes a request to cancel a parcel but fails to pick up on the day of request, a demurrage fee of ₦500 will be added per day for storage of that parcel.
Change in Parcel's Destination (Reroute & Return)
Change in Parcel's Destination
This typically means that the parcel has been registered and the destination needs to be changed from the current one to a new one. Rerouting and returning of parcels always involve a change in destination of the parcel
For Re-Routing Parcels
Reroute of Parcel means "to send a parcel by or along a different route" - It usually involves a change in destination (meaning that the parcel is still at the origin or has left the origin).
There are various situations for Re-route
- Parcel has just be registered and is yet to leave the origin, then the sender makes a request for a change in destination.
- Parcel has left the origin and is in transit and the destination is being requested by the sender to be changed from the initial destination to a new one.
- Parcel has left the origin and has been made available for collection but the sender notifies Company (through the station or Customer Care) that the receiver will need to pickup from a new destination or the receiver has changed
Things to do
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- Send a mail to The BOM (benita.m@guologistics.com) and Cc compliance@guologistics.com resolution@guologistics.ng & emeka.amadi@guologistics.ng
- Ensure the request is made by the sender of the parcel.
- Confirm the new destination.
- Confirm with the sender that the receiver’s details tallys with the one registered on the PID. If it is different from the original one, kindly indicate in the mail.
- Ensure the Parcel ID is properly stated in the subject and body of the mail.
- State the reason for the change in the body of the mail (either sender's request or error made during registration)
- Confirm amount to be charged for reroute based on No. of items, weight and destination. The lowest amount for the reroute fee is N500.
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For GMBs;
- If the parcel is within the same state (i.e. the parcel was registered on the day the mail is sent and it is still at the station or within the state) then N500 will be charged for reroute.
- If the parcel is moving across two states (i.e. the parcel has moved out of the station, to the initial location and the new destination is in the same region with the former), then N1000 will be charged for reroute.
- If the parcel is moving across regions (i.e. the initial and new destination of the parcel are in different regions) then N1500 and above will be charged for reroute.
- If the item in the PID is more than 1, kindly consult the BOM for the appropriate reroute fee.
- Demurrage charge will also apply in the case of long stay of parcel after 72hrs in the destination. N200, per day on small items in GMB and 500 per day for Non-GMB items
- For Non-GMBs; Kindly consult the BOM or Compliance for the appropriate reroute fee
Note: If a change in destination request comes prior to the receipt and barcode being printed, there will be a grace period of 5mins within the time of registration to contact the BOM or Resolution to rectify the error.
For Returning Parcels
Return of a parcel means that the parcel has left the origin and has gotten to the destination and has been made available for collection but is yet to be collected and processed out, then the sender requests for it to be sent back to the origin.
- Ensure an official email is sent for any parcel return. Send mail to The BOM (benita.m@guologistics.com) and compliance@guologistics.com Cc resolution@guologistics.ng & emeka.amadi@guologistics.ng
- Ensure the accurate PID is provided
- Check the Originating station and confirm current location of the parcel (It must have been acknowledged at the destination before it can qualify under return)
- The mail sent requesting for return from Customer Care or the Origin Station will be responded to with the cost for return. The cost of return is usually the same amount charged to send the parcel initially.
- If there was additional packaging material accounted for during registration, then the cost allocated to packaging will be deducted from the amount charged as no additional packaging will be required to return the parcel. If additional packaging will be required, kindly state in the mail.
- A go ahead will be given for the parcel to be processed on the App from BOM, Compliance or Resolution.
- The parcel will then be re-registered with the amount paid into company account or at the initial origin of the parcel. This payment is to be made before return can take place.
- Once payment has been confirmed (providing proof of payment or date recorded on Log), then the Destination, the Receiver’s details and New EDD will be changed on the App and communicated via mail to enable movement and appropriate tripping.
- Ensure a mail is sent to the Initial destination Station copying(Cc) the New destination (first Origin), Resolution, compliance, the stations the parcel will pass through (CPS’ if applicable) and Accounts (bringing their attention to the log)
Re-route & Return of parcel requires payment from the person initiating the request( should be the sender). This payment MUST be accounted for in your (the station requesting the reroute/return) Log. If an error in destination comes from the CSR during registration, kindly note that the reroute fee will be harvested and communication will come through HR.
Change of trip destination
This is when a trip needs to be changed because it was mistakenly scanned or the trip was for another station but landed at your station.
Things to do
- Send a mail for changes to be made.
- If parcels were not tripped to your station, inform the BOM with an email for the destination of that trip to be changed, tagging the origin and end destination.
PARCEL REGISTRATION
Information on the parcel registration, packaging e.t.c
PACKAGING WAYBILL ITEMS
- Staff inspects the size of waybill and determines the packaging method to be used for waybill.
- Neatly package the items with the required materials.
- Use GMB for Small parcel
- Use the branded tape and clear pouch with a parcel description for bulky items.
- Use fragile tape on fragile items.
- Insert the barcode receipt in the pouch (All Parcels must move out with a barcode receipt for easy scanning, if otherwise there will be penalties)
- Attach the pouch to the bulky parcels
- When describing parcel packaged with GMB, Indicate in the description "CLOTHES IN A GMB". If there are multiple items in the sender's package Ensure all countable items are recorded in the description before adding. If there are 3 pieces of shirt kindly indicate as "SHIRTS (3) IN A GMB". If there are more than 20 items to be inserted in the GMB, indicate in the description "XXXX( NOT COUNTED) IN A GMB". Kindly apply discretion here and seek advise from your supervisor on what to do.
SORTING AND ARRANGING WAYBILL
- Sort waybills of the same destination
- Sort each destination by their sizes
- Put light items to the same destination in a MSB/Carrier Bag and label as Destination Open (e.g. Onitsha Open).
OUTBOUND (From customers)
Also referred to as a sending centre, is used to describe when items are registered to be sent to a destination. It involves the sender of an item and the process through which the item will get to the receiver of the item.
- CSR receives parcel from sender
- Input the following on the App to get the price;
- destination,
- item category & description
- weight as indicated on the scale
- declared value
- Discuss packaging if necessary
- Confirm as PAS or HD
- Communicate EDD (Expected Date of Delivery) and price (Inclusive of Packaging if applicable)
- OPEN & INSPECT content thoroughly (refer to prohibited items section)
- Input the sender’s and receiver’s details
- Indicate the amount of GMB used
- Ensure payment before saving record on App
- Process parcel for shipment; prepare parcel,
- Educate the customer on third party customer collection process
- Identify VICs (Very Important Cargo) and process on a different manifest
For local pick up (To CPS)
Operations staff;
- Shelf parcel by destination(s)
- Plan and coordinate shipments based on EDD
- Load shipment (driver & bus assistant must be available to assist with parcels loading)
- Create manifest
- Driver signs off on manifest
- Follow up and escalate exceptions
Outbound Through Passenger sitting vehicle
- Manifest and pack GMBs in MSB
- Confirm driver’s destination from the Terminal Manager/Operations Associate
- Handover sealed MSB to driver.
- Driver signs off on manifest
- Follow up and escalate exceptions
For Haulage; Gateway Officer (Operations Officer)
- Charge all haulages, uniform parcels, household properties and all electronics
- Get an approval from Station Managers
- Handover to CSR for payments
- Station managers to liaise with the corporate office for items above 100kg.
Methods of Packaging
Kindly find various items and modes of packaging them. For more visual representation of this packaging, use the links here to view online videos on packaging styles.
1. Herbal Medicine in Glass Bottle
- Tape the cover/lid/cap of the bottle and ensure it is tightly sealed
- Bubble wrap each glass bottle
- Place in a Carton
- Use smaller bits of carton in between each bottle to support/cushion the bottles from rubbing against each other and breaking.
2. Liquids in Plastic Containers (Creams, Drinks, Soaps, Soft chemicals etc)
- Watch the Video on packaging using this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Muxv5zIpLxo
3. We do not give barcode to the customers, kindly desist from doing such.
Categories of Parcels
Find below various categories of parcels and examples of items that can fall under these categories. When registering parcels, in the description ensure you mention any defect the parcel may have (E.g. Crack, Broken part, Stain, Scratch, Lost part). It is important to add the defect when describing the item being registered so that it is recorded and signed by the sender and so that they are aware of it. It is also important because it allows the receiving stations to also be aware of the state of the item upon receipt. See examples of the various categories highlighted in Green.
Also note that when describing an item, you describe properly with brand names or name of the product.
A
- Air Conditioner: Air conditioner or AC a machine that cools a room, building, or vehicle, that are new and used. They are usually in Horsepower (hp). Ensure you always state the Brand name of the AC.
- Air Conditioner (Standing Unit)
- Air Conditioner Accessories : Air conditioner accessories e.g. AC Filter, AC Controller, Fin Comb set, Condenser coil, Compressor, Evaporator Coil etc.
- Alcoholic Beverage: Drinks containing alcohol in it. it is produced by fermentation of grains, fruits. E.g. Wine, Whiskey, Gin, Brandy, Star, Radler etc.
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Alcoholic Beverage- Premium : This category is for expensive drinks like Glenmorangie, Glenfiddich, Don Perignon, Moët et Chandon, Clase Azul etc
- Amplifier: Sound system
- Apparel: Clothing, especially outer garments made out of fabric/material) E.g. Shirt, Trousers & Jeans, Blouse, sports wears,
- Appliance accessories: Accessories are items of equipment that are not usually essential, but which can be used with or added to appliances in order to make it more efficient
- Artwork: illustrations, photographs, other non-textual material, paintings, drawings, or other artistic works
- Auto Engine: Engine for motor and industrial equipment: pumping, car
- Auto Part & ACCS: vehicle parts and accessories e.g use the link to view a list of vehicle parts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_auto_parts
- Automobile Battery: or car battery is a rechargeable battery that is used to start a motor vehicle. Its main purpose is to provide an electric current to the electric-powered starting motor, which in turn starts the chemically-powered internal combustion engine that actually propels the vehicle
B
- Beans (Seed that can be used for food), it is in 10kg, 25kg and 50kg sizes
- Beauty Accessories- items use to beautify the body
- Bed Frame- A bedstead made of wood or metal e.g. Bed Frame or Bedstand
- Bedding Accessories: eg.throw pillow, pillow case, bed spread, Duvet
- Beverages- Variety-A drink or drinks other than water e.g. Milk, Tea, Coffee, Sparkling drinks, Juices, Energy drink, Mocktails etc.
- Bicycle Adult & Kids- A vehicle consisting of two wheels held in a frame one behind the other, propelled by pedals and steered with handlebars attached to the front wheel. Not to be put under Motorcycle
- Books- A medium for recording information in the form of writing or images, typically composed of many pages bound together and protected by a cover e.g. Story Book, Exercise Book, Novels, Magazine etc.
- Building Material Accessories- items used in the construction industry to create buildings and structure e.g. carbon fiber, steels, zinc sheets
C
- Cabinet: A case or cupboard with drawers or shelves for holding or storing things.
- Canned, Bottled & Dairy Foods: Corned beef, Milk, Milk tin, Jam, sweet corn, Sardines,
- Chair Office: a piece of furniture for one person to sit on, which has a back, a seat, and four legs
- Chair Regular:
- Chemical: A distinct compound or substance, especially one which has been artificially prepared or purified
- Clock: or a timepiece is a device for measuring and showing time, usually found in or on a building and not worn by a person e.g Wall Clock
- Computer & Accessories: Any device added to a computer that performs an additional capability or feature
- Cookware & Kitchen Utensils: A kitchen utensil is a small hand held tool used for food preparation. Cookware is a merchandise used for cooking, in this case small items. eg. Forks, Knives, Chafing Dish, Plates, Spoons, Sieve, Silverware, pans, baking sheets
- Cupboard: a recess or piece of furniture with a door and typically shelves, used for storage
D
- Diapers: for babies or adults, always indicate the name of the brand
- Documents: Original- Original documents. Ensure that when registering documents that you mention the type of document in the description e.g. WAEC Certificate in GMB). Also Document need to be put in a GUOL Envelope before putting the envelope in a GMB.
- Documents: Photocopy- Photocopy of Documents
- Door: a hinged, sliding, or revolving barrier at the entrance to a building, room, or vehicle, or in the framework of a cupboard
- Double Door Fridge: There are two doors, one door as the main door and other one is freezer
- Drum: plastic drum for water storage
- Drum Set (Musical)
- Dry Meat/Fish: very well dried meat, Kilishi, crayfish, stockfish, dried fish
E
- Electrical Accessories
- Eyeglasses: a device used to correct defects of vision or to protect the eyes that consists typically of a pair of glass or plastic lenses and the frame by which they are held in place
F
- Facemask- a protective mask covering the nose and mouth or nose and eyes.
- Fan- electrical fan (these must be completely decoupled if they are to be moved)
- Fashion Accessories: scarf, hat, fancy bag, fascinator, hat, headgear and accessories,
- Food Items Combo- refers to different types of food from the entire range of food groups like dried vegetables, fruit, cereals, kuli kuli, grounded food, and dairy products.
- Food Service Equip
- Footwear: outer coverings for the feet, e.g. shoes, boots, slippers ,socks and sandals
- Fragrance (is an aroma, especially one that is pleasant, or a substance which gives a pleasant aroma): Perfume, Body Spray, Deodorant, Cologne, After-shave etc.
- Freezer: either long or wide - Must include the Brand name
G
- Gadgets: a small mechanical or electronic device or tool
- Gallon: plastic gallons for storing liquids and other items
- Game Console: PlayStation5, Gamebox, Nintendo etc.
- Garri
- Gas Cooker: a range with gas rings and an oven for cooking with gas
- Gas Cylinder: a pressure vessel for storage and containment of gases at above atmospheric pressure
- Gearbox: a set of gears with its casing, especially in a motor vehicle; the transmission
- Generator: mechanical devices that convert mechanical energy to electrical energy which forces electric current to flow through an external circuit.
- Goya Oil: Olive oil, Vegetable oil, Canola, Groundnut oil
- Guitar
- Gum
H
- Hair- e.g. Synthetic, Human, Fibre or Donor hair
- Hair Accessories- e.g. Hair Clip, ruffle, wig cap, wig curler, hair straightener
- Handwash
- Handbag - Preferrably state how many handbags in the description
- Handset- e.g. Non-smart Phones
- Herbal Medicine
- Holy Water e.g. Seraphic water etc.
- Home Appliance e.g. Water Dispenser, Water Heater, Electric Kettle, Coffee Maker ,Toaster ,Waffle Maker, Hand Steamer, Juicer, Iron, Air Fryer, Blender, Vacuum Cleaner
- Home Furnishings e.g Curtains- blinds, Curtain accessories- Hooks, scarves, Knob, drapes, rods, rails, panel
- Home Theatre
- Household items e.g. Broom, Packer, Dustbin
I
- Industrial Equipment
- Int'l Passport- With Visa
- Int'l Passport- Without Visa
- Inverter
- Inverter Battery
- Iphone
- Iphone Accessories
- Iphone, Samsung & Tablet- Premuim; e.g. Iphone 11,11pro,12,12pro,13,13pro,14,14pro and 15
J
- Jewelries: Ornaments, such as bracelets, necklaces, or rings, especially when made of precious metals set with gems
K
- Key & Lock: A lock is a mechanical or electronic fastening device that is released by a physical object (such as a key, keycard, fingerprint, RFID card, security token or coin). A key is a device that is used to operate a lock (to lock or unlock it)
- Keyboard/Piano
L
- Laptop: Ensure the brandname and the model number is to be be put in the description
- Laptop Accessories: accessories that come with a laptop eg. Laptop/Tablet stand, Laptop Back pack
- Lighting: equipment in a room, building, or street for producing light
- Local Food Stuff eg Okpa, Egusi, Ukwa,
- Luggage: suitcases or other bags in which to pack personal belongings for travelling
M
- Makeup
- Mannequin(Adult & Head)
- Marble Slabs & Tiles
- Mattress 4 x 6
- Mattress 6 x 6
- Mattress 6 x 7
- Mattress Small (3 x 6)
- Medical & Lab Supplies
- Medicine
- Microphone
- Microwave
- Mobile Phone Accessories
- Mobile Phone, Android, Tablet & POS Machine
- Motorcycle/Bike (Ladies & Regular): often called a motorbike, bike, cycle, or (if three-wheeled) trike, is a two- or three-wheeled motor vehicle. A bicycle is not to be put under this category
O
- Other: before this category is used to register any item, ensure you check all the categories to ensure that the item being registered has not been categorized yet.
P
- Packaging Materials
- Paint
- Personal Effects
- Pet Supplies
- Photo Frame
- Plastics
- Plumbing Materials
- Printer & Accessories
R
- Refrigerator
- Rice : 10kg, 25kg & 50kg
S
- Sand
- Sewing machine : Must be completely decoupled by the sender before it can be registered , with all loose parts put in a GMB
- Sim Card
- Skin, Oral & Hair Care
- Snooker Board
- Solar Panel: Should be well Caged
- Souvenir Items
- Speakers
- Spices & Condiments: e.g. Suya Spice, Salt, Sugar, Curry, Thyme
- Sports Accessories: E.g. Football, Base Ball, Racket, Gym accessories
- Starlink Internet: Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by Starlink Services i.e. An Internet service not a TV dish
- Stationery
- Surgical Blade
T
- Table
- Textile & Fabric: is an umbrella term that includes various fiber-based materials, including fibers, yarns, filaments, threads, different fabric types yet to be turned into outfits or attires e.g. Ankara, Cotton, Silk, Linen, Lace, Leather, Satin, Chiffon, Crepe, Denim etc.
- Toilet Seats
- Toilet System & Accs
- Toileteries
- Tools & Eqiupment
- Torch
- Toys
- Tricycle
- TV: 20"-40", TV 41"-55", 55"- 65" and Above
- Tyres
- Tricycle
U
- Umbrella
- Undergarment
V
- Vegetable Oils
W
- Washing Machine
- Watch
- Water Collector( Roofing)
- Wheel Chair
- Window Blind
- Window Blind Accesories
- Wire
Y
- Yam
CUSTOMER COLLECTION
INFORMATION NECESSARY FOR PROCESSING CUSTOMER COLLECTION
CUSTOMER COLLECTION
Customer Collection usually comes up after items have been acknowledged on the app and an SMS is automatically sent to the receiver. CSRs are also expected to contact recipients for pick up via phone call as we know that not all recipients have their mobile phone open to external use.
When a receiver comes to pick up an item, below is the process to follow;
- Ask for the PID
- Input the PID in the app and search to know the current status
- Physically confirm the Parcel if it is already available for pick up on the system.
- If unavailable, check expected waybills on the App for history of movement and communicate to the receiver.
- Confirm and identify recipients with the ID card provided
- Get the receiver’s details (Name & Phone number) and confirm if it is the same detail on the App.
- Issue parcel to recipient for confirmation
- Print out POD (Proof of Delivery) for recipient’s signature
- File POD.
Third Party Collection
The customer should provide the following;
- a copy of the valid ID card of the original receiver
- a letter of authorization/ release note to GUO Logistics stating the PID and the 3rd party’s ID card details.
Or
- the original receiver can send an email with the above details to the <station>@guologistics.com
Or
- The original receiver sends a copy of their valid ID and a release note to the official whatsapp number of the station
- Issue parcel to recipient for confirmation
- Print out POD (Proof of Delivery) for recipient’s signature
- File POD
DOCUMENTATION
- The signed office copy of the sender’s receipt and POD (customer collection copy) for the week (Sunday to Monday) MUST be stapled together as one.
- The stapled bunch MUST be sent to the Corporate Office in Lagos every Monday in an envelope addressed to the Logistics Department.
NOTE
- Unbag MSB by using seal code
- Document expenses in the system
Calling customers for pickup- what to say?
When contacting a customer to pickup their parcel at your station that is available for collection, ensure you are very audible and polite.
Hello Good Morning/Afternoon Sir/Ma (must listen first to hear tone of receiver). This is GUO Logistics (Insert name of Station), Your parcel from (Origin) is available for collection, kindly come along with the Parcel ID/Waybill number and a valid ID Card. We are located at (state the address of the station).
Thank you and have a nice day.
Accompanied Luggage Info
Information associated with accompanied luggage
Directive on Accompanied Luggage in the absence of the passenger
Kindly note that when a passenger(s) is not travelling in a vehicle with their luggage and they pay for seats for their luggage(s), the luggage(s) should automatically be transferred to the Logistics station to handle. Proper inspection of the Luggage(s) MUST be carried out before registration of the luggage(s) regardless of Our (Company) relationship with the sender.
Logistics solely handles the transaction with the sender and thus a PID is generated for the parcel and tagged.
DO NOT LOAD PARCEL INTO VEHICLE WITHOUT PARCEL ID AND LOGISTICS TAPE
GUOL VOCABULARY
- EDD- Expected Date of Delivery
- GMB- GUOL Mail Bag
- PID- Parcel ID (Number used to identify parcel)
- POD- Proof of Delivery
- PAS- Pick At Station
- DSD- Door Step Delivery
- INTN- Internal (used for internal parcel moved to/from corporate office)
- GMG- Ghana Must Go
- CHTR- Charter (check information on how to make a charter request)
- BOM- Business Operations Manager
- GUOL- G.U.O. Logistics
- CSR- Customer Service Representative
- CPS- Central Processing Station
- WB- Waybill
- A.FROM- Acknowledged From
- C.LOCATION- Current Location
- Y. TRIP- Yesterday's (created in the past 72hrs) Trip
- Y. COLLECTION- Yesterday's Collected parcels
- ACK- Acknowledged
- WB. TYP- Waybill type
- MSB- Mail Shipment Bag
- VIC- Very Important Cargo
DELIVERY TIMELINES
The amount of time that it takes for goods/items that have been registered to arrive at the place where they are needed
Parcels in GMB
Direct Delivery- Parcels belonging to a destination are tripped directly from the origin to that destination (i.e. a parcel registered to Awka is tripped directly to Awka). Parcels registered and packaged with a GMB are mostly tripped directly to the end destination of the parcel if a vehicle loads directly from the Terminal/station to that end destination.
Indirect Delivery- Parcels belonging to a destination are tripped from the origin to another location or multiple locations before the parcel finally gets to the destination (i.e. a parcel registered at Ikotun is tripped to Lagos CPS, Lagos CPS trips the parcel to Abuja CPS, who then trips the parcel to Utako)
Note: The history of the parcel would always give you information on the parcel movement and current location of the item(s).
Express Delivery- This is also referred to as same day delivery(1 day delivery) or expedited. Express delivery will apply when a parcel registered in the morning before the morning vehicles leave, is tripped to the destination of that parcel and is acknowledged on the same day the trip was created.
Express Delivery is ideal for:
- Sending urgent documents
- Businesses who need to send goods to clients quickly
- Anyone who needs to receive a parcel immediately
- Travellers who want their luggage to meet them at their destination
Delivery from Lagos Timeline
Delivery days starts counting from the day after the date the parcel was registered
CONTACT INFO
Email addresses and contact numbers for stations and Head Office support
STATIONS EMAIL ADDRESS
RESOLUTIONS CONTACT
The Official email address to reach the resolution Officers is resolution@guologistics.ng
Whenever a mail is sent to the email address and we cannot seem to get a quick response, kindly contact them via phone call on
07058891943
ABUJA DSD LOCATIONS
ADDITIONAL CHARGE FROM OTHER REGIONS | ||||
COMMUNITIES/CITIES/TOWN | CLOSEST STATION | GMB ITEMS (N) | NON-GMB ITEMS: BIKE LOAD(N) | NON-GMB ITEMS: VEHICLE LOAD(N) |
MAITAMA | WUSE 2 | - | 500 |
CONFIRM WITH IMAGE AND WEIGHT
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GUZAPE | UTAKO/GWARINPA | 1000 | 1000 | |
ALL WUSE ZONES | WUSE 2 | - | 500 | |
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT | UTAKO | - | 500 | |
RIVER PARK, LUGBE | UTAKO | 1500 | 2000 | |
MABUSHI | WUSE 2 | - | 500 | |
APO LEGISLATIVE QUARTERS & APO RESETTLEMENT | UTAKO | 1500 | 2000 | |
PRINCE AND PRINCESS 2ND GATE, KAURA | UTAKO | 500 | 1000 | |
ASOKORO | MARARABA | 1000 | 1500 | |
DAWAKI | GWARINPA | 1000 | 1000 | |
GARKI /FORCE HEADQUATERS | WUSE 2/UTAKO | 1000 | 1000 | |
KUBWA | KUBWA | - | 1000 | |
GAMES VILLAGE |
UTAKO/WUSE 2
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500 | 500 | |
IDU, IDU KARIMO | 1000 | 1000 | ||
GUDU |
UTAKO
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500 | 500 | |
JABI | - | 500 | ||
EFAB CITY ESTATE MBORA DISTRICT | 1000 | 1000 | ||
DURUMI | 1000 | 1000 | ||
WUYE, LIFE CAMP, KADO | - | 500 | ||
DEDE, TRADE MORE ESTATE/IMMIGRATION | 2000 | 2000 | ||
KATAMPE EXTENSION, JAHI | GWARINPA/UTAKO | - | 500 | |
GALADIMAWA | UTAKO | 1000 | 1000 | |
MPAPE | WUSE 2/GWARINPA | 1000 | 1000 | |
KARSANA |
GWARINPA
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1500 | 2000 | |
GWARINPA | - | 500 | ||
LOKOGOMA |
UTAKO
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1000 | 1000 | |
GADUWA | 1000 | 1000 | ||
AREA 1 | 1000 | 1000 | ||
PLACES WE DO NOT GO TO | ||||
GWAGWALADA, BWARI, NYANYA,OUTSIDE MARARABA STATION, KUJE, KARU, SULEJA, JIKWOYI, AIRPORT, KARSHI, OROZO,KURUDU, CHIKAKORE: KUBWA, WARU:APO, DUTSE ALHAJI,AVIATION ESTATE: AIRPORT ROAD
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LAGOS DSD LOCATIONS
ADDITIONAL CHARGE FROM OTHER REGIONS | |||||
LGA | COMMUNITY/CITY/TOWN | CLOSEST STATION | GMB (N) | NON-GMB: BIKE LOAD (N) | NON-GMB ITEMS: VEHICLE LOAD(N) |
Agege
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Capitol |
Agege
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- | 1,000 |
CONFIRM WITH IMAGE AND WEIGHT
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Mulero, Oke-Odo, Cement, Pen Cinema, Orile Agege | 500 | 1,500 | |||
Oko-Oba | 1,000 | 2,000 | |||
Alimosho | Ijegun, Abaranje, Council, Igando, Egbeda, Governor's Road |
Ikotun
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1,000 | 2,000 | |
Idimu/Ishieri, Ile-Iwe, Akowonjo | 1,500 | 2,500 | |||
Apapa | Kirikiri, Tincan, Wharf Rd, Marine Road, Marine Bridge, Coconut | Coker, Otto | - | 1,000 | |
Ifako-Ijaye
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Abule-Egba, Iju-Ishaga, Ijaiye-Ogba, |
Agege
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1,000 | 2,000 | |
Iju-Ogundimu, Iju Obawole, Ifako, Abule-Titun, Alagbado, Ijaiye-Ojokoro, Gbinrinmi, Ilupeju-Titun, Alakuko, Dopemu | 1,000 | 3,000 | |||
Ikeja
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Oregun, Allen, Toyin street, Opebi, Ogba, Maryland |
Ikeja
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500 | 1,000 | |
Alausa, Magodo, Ojota, Ajao Estate, Bucknor | 1,000 | 1,500 | |||
Omole Phase 1 & 2 | 1,500 | 3,500 | |||
MM1/MM2 Airport | 1,000 | 3,000 | |||
Kosofe
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Isheri Olowora, Ojota |
Jibowu
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2,000 | 4,000 | |
Fadeyi, Agboyi-Ketu, Ogudu, Ketu, Oworonshoki, Alapere, Mile 12 | 500 | 1,000 | |||
Mushin | Ilupeju, Oshodi, Ladipo | Jibowu, Okota | - | 2,000 | |
Oshodi-Isolo
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Ilasa, Isolo, Cement Bus stop, Ago Palace Way | Okota, Ejigbo | - | 1,000 | |
Jakande gate, Shogunle, Mafoluku, Power Line, Bucknor, Ajao Estate, Cele Egbe, Hostel Bus stop, Akiode | Okota, Ejigbo, Ikotun | 500 | 1,000 | ||
Shomolu
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Bariga, Fadeyi, Yaba, Palmgrove, Mushin |
Jibowu
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- | - | |
Onipanu, Gbagada | 1,000 | 1,500 | |||
Lagos Island
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CMS, Broad street, Obalende, Awolowo Road, Keffi Street, Marina |
Balogun
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500 | 1,000 | |
Ebute Ero, Apangbo, Mandillas market, Adeniji, Tom Jones, Idumota | 500 | 500 | |||
Surulere | Ojuelegba, Aguda, Ijesha, Lawanson, Bode Thomas, Adeniran Ogunsanya, Akerele, Shitta, Stadium, Adelabu, Marsha, Kilo, Iponri, Alaka | Surulere | - | 1,000 | |
Ajeromi-Ifelodun | Ajegunle, Olodi Apapa | Coker | 500 | 1,000 | |
Amuwo-Odofin
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Abule-osun, Agboju, Ibeshe, Ijegun, Irede, Kirikiri and Kuje, |
Amuwo, Maza Maza, Iba
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1,000 | 1,500 | |
Festac, Mile 2 Estate, Satellite Town, Old Ojo Road | - | 1,000 | |||
Lagos Mainland | Yaba, Ebute-Metta, Costain | Jibowu | - | 1,000 | |
Eti-Osa
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Lekki Phase 1, Phase 2, Marwa, Elf, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, Oniru, Ikate, Dolphin Estate | Lekki | - | 1,000 | |
Elegushi, Chisco, Salem, Jakande, Agungi, Igbo Efon, Ologolo, New road, Chevron, Lekki Conservation centre | Osapa | ||||
Orchid Road, Eleganza, Ikota, VGC, Ilaje, Ajah, Sangotedo/Awoyaya, Addo Road, Thomas Estate, Oral Estate, Abraham Adesanya | Ajah | 2,000 | 3,000 | ||
Ojo
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Iba, Iyana Iba, LASU, Ajangbadi, Shibiri, Okoko, Satellite, Iyana Isashi |
Trade Fair, Alaba, Iba
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1,000 | 2,000 | |
Ijanikin | 1,500 | 2,500 | |||
PLACES WE DO NOT GO TO | |||||
IKORODU, OJODU BERGER, EPE, BADAGRY, AGBARA, SANGO OTA, LAKOWE, LEKKI FREE TRADEZONE, MOWE, IBEJU LEKKI
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PHC DSD LOCATIONS
ADDITIONAL CHARGE FROM OTHER REGIONS | ||
COMMUNITIES/AREAS/TOWN | BIKE LOAD(N) | NON-GMB ITEMS: VEHICLE LOAD(N) |
WOJI | 2000 |
CONFIRM WITH IMAGE AND WEIGHT
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ADA GEORGE | 2000 | |
RUMUOLA | 500 | |
STADIUM ROAD | 500 | |
MGBUCHI RUKPOK | 2000 | |
RUMUOKORO & RUMUIGBO | 2000 | |
RUKPOKWU | 2000 | |
TRANS AMADI INDUSTRIAL LAYOUT | 1500 | |
GRA PHASE 2 & 3 | 2000 | |
OZOBA | 2000 | |
RUMUOLUMENI | 1500 | |
RUMUAGHOLU | 1500 | |
ARTILLERY | 1500 | |
NTA ROAD | 1000 | |
RUMUKALAGBOR | 1000 | |
CHOBA | 2000 | |
SARS ROAD | 1000 | |
PETER ODILI ROAD | 1000 | |
ENEKA | 1000 | |
MGBUOGBA | 1000 | |
MILE 1 & 3 | 2000 | |
PLACES WE DO NOT GO TO | ||
ELELE/MADONNA UNIVERSITY, ELELENWO, ALUU, BONNY ISLAND, ONNE
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Vehicle Dimensions
Kindly find through this Link the images of our various Vehicles
Our Hiace
Width: 5.2 - 5.9 ft
Height: 5.9 - 6.5 ft
Length: 10 - 11.5 ft
2.5 tonnes (NKW 609/610)
Width: 6 - 6.5 ft
Height: 5.2 - 7.5 ft
Length: 10 - 13 ft
3 tonnes (GDD 02/03)
Width: 6 - 7.2 ft
Height: 6 -7.2 ft
Length: 10 - 15ft
5 tonnes (FGG 293)
Width: 6.9 - 7.5 ft
Height: 6.6 - 7.5 ft
Length: 15 - 18 ft
7 tonnes (FGG 294/LSR 908)
Width: 7.2 - 8.2 ft
Height: 7.2 - 7.9 ft
Length: 18 - 21ft
10 tonnes (GDD 980/981)
Width: 7.2 - 8.2 ft
Height: 7.2 - 8.2 ft
Length: 20 - 23 ft
ENUGU DSD LOCATIONS
ADDITIONAL CHARGE FROM OTHER REGIONS |
COMMUNITIES/AREAS |
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BIKE LOAD(N) |
NON GMB ITEMS: VEHICLE LOAD(N): Also confirm with image and weight |
EMENE |
Sunrise Estate Thinker’s corner Industrial Layout |
1500 |
2500 |
ABAKPA |
Umuodika Premier Layout Division Barracks |
1500 |
2500 |
NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL |
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1500 |
2500 |
OKPARA AVENUE |
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- |
1500 |
AMORJI NIKE |
Caritas University |
1000 |
1500 |
TRANS-EKULU |
Sani-Abacha |
2000 |
2500 |
NEW HAVEN EXTENSION |
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2000 |
3000 |
NEW HAVEN |
Upper and Lower Chime |
1500 |
2500 |
UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA (ENUGU CAMPUS) |
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1500 |
2500 |
OGUI ROAD |
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1500 |
2500 |
AGBANI TOWN |
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2500 |
3500 |
ITUKU-OZALLA |
University of Nigerian Teaching Hospital |
4000 |
5000 |
INDEPENDENCE LAYOUT |
Unity Estate |
1000 |
2000 |
INDEPENDENCE LAYOUT |
Phase 2 |
2000 |
3500 |
AGBANI |
Enugu state University of Technology (ESUT) |
4500 |
5500 |
AMECHI-AWKUNANAW
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Centenary City |
3500 |
4500 |
UWANI |
Adelabu street, Nise Achara layout |
1000 |
2000 |
AIRPORT ROAD |
Anammco |
2000 |
3000 |
KENYETTA |
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2500 |
3500 |
PREMIER LAYOUT |
Goshen Estate |
2500 |
3500 |
GRA ENUGU |
Manuwa |
1500 |
2500 |
PLACES WE DO NOT GO TO |
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Ngwo Enugu, 9th Mile, Agwu Nsukka, University of Nigeria Nsukka |
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