Viaservice Tanzania Welcomes Abdulsamad Abdulrahim to its Board
- imaxmillan
- Jul 3
- 2 min read

Dar es Salaam, July 1st, 2025. — Viatrans Group is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Abdulsamad Abdulrahim as a Non-Executive Board Member of its Tanzanian subsidiary, Viaservice Limited. This strategic move significantly strengthens our governance and market positioning in East Africa.
Mr. Abdulrahim's appointment follows a thorough search process, aiming to bolster our leadership in Tanzania, one of Viatrans' most vital markets in the region. He brings a wealth of experience, deep local insight, and an influential presence within Tanzania’s private sector. As a prominent entrepreneur and thought leader, he's widely recognized as the Director of Ocean Business Partners (OBP) and Founder/Chairman of the Board of ATOGS (Association of Tanzania Oil & Gas Service Providers).
His extensive professional background spans logistics, energy, infrastructure, and international partnerships, with key roles in major projects like the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) and various power generation initiatives. Additionally, he serves as the Honorary Consul of Brazil in Zanzibar and has held board seats on the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF) and East African Business Council (EABC).
Morgan Lépinoy, Managing Director and Global Head of Trade Facilitation of Viatrans Group, commented, "Abdulsamad’s exceptional profile and network will be instrumental in guiding our growth ambitions in Tanzania and across the East African region. His experience at the intersection of business, government, and policy will add substantial value to our board as we scale our impact in trade facilitation and logistics innovation."
Viaservice looks forward to collaborating with Mr. Abdulrahim to advance our mission of transforming trade logistics across East Africa.
About Viaservice: Viaservice is a leading provider of digital and trade finance solutions dedicated to facilitating trade and logistics across Africa. We unlock efficiencies, drive digital transformation, and improve access to working capital across the trade ecosystem. Wholly owned by the Viatrans Group and headquartered in Switzerland, we empower SMEs, foster sustainable growth, and strengthen trade connectivity across the region.
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