APLAS ImporterInternational Wholesale, Import, Export, Sourcing, Trading & Distribution
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APLAS Importer LLC — Global Trade & Construction Group

A registered and licensed international trading group headquartered in the USA, with 25 years of excellence in commodities, construction, and procurement across the globe.

Who We Are — APLAS Importer LLC

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25+

Years of Trade Excellence

$500M+

Eligible Contract Capacity

5

Countries with Branches

20+

Years in Construction

Accelerating Global Commerce. Delivering Industrial Excellence.

APLAS Importer orchestrates high-performance import-export pipelines — from heavy-duty construction materials and steel finishing, to compliant pharmaceuticals and prime agricultural seed harvests — connecting physical cargo with absolute logistics reliability.

National Recognition

Recognized as a Platinum-Level Loyal Taxpayer in Ethiopia

Aplas Groups was formally honored by His Excellency Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at the 7th Annual Loyal Taxpayers Recognition Ceremony — contributing to a high-capacity state revenue milestone and promoting compliance, transparency, and sustainable regional development.

900.22 Billion Birr state revenue milestoneEstablished Partner since 1991

#7

Among Privately Owned Enterprises

#49

Overall Nationally Ranked

Honored Group Enterprises

  • Addis Ababa Business Trading Enterprise
  • Ethiopia Industrial Input Development Enterprise
  • Lume Adama Farmers Cooperative Union
Trade Network

Global Trade in Motion

From the Port of Djibouti to Dubai and Türkiye — moving containers, edible oils, sugar, and construction materials across continents with reliability.

Global Container Logistics

Global Container Logistics

High-volume containerized cargo moved across major international shipping lanes.

Port of Djibouti

Port of Djibouti

Primary maritime gateway for cargo entering Ethiopia and East Africa.

Port of Dubai (Jebel Ali)

Port of Dubai (Jebel Ali)

Strategic transshipment hub linking Asia, the Gulf, and Africa.

Türkiye Seaports

Türkiye Seaports

Mediterranean gateway sourcing edible oils, steel, and machinery.

Refined Sunflower Oil

Refined Sunflower Oil

Bulk import of high-grade edible sunflower oil for regional markets.

Sugar Supply Chains

Sugar Supply Chains

Sourcing and distribution of refined and raw sugar at national scale.

Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Premium materials and finishing for residential and commercial projects.

Who We Are

APLAS Importer is a registered and licensed private business with its headquarters in the USA and sister companies and branches in Germany, Belgium, Turkey, and Djibouti. We have built a loyal customer base over the last 25 years, excelling in the supply of construction materials, foodstuff, automobiles, machinery, and equipment.

We specialize in the bulk supply of commodities and in the construction industry — including building and the consultancy of real estate projects — with the capacity to handle over $500,000,000 worth of eligible supply contracts, bids, and diverse projects.

We deal across foodstuff, agricultural inputs, fertilizers, chemicals, metals, plastics, and energy markets, supported by robust alliances with top global manufacturers, delivering relevant procurement solutions to all our customers.

Vision, Mission & Core Values

Our Vision

To become a world-class business providing a diversified portfolio of quality commercial products at affordable prices and time-saving construction solutions through innovative technologies.

Our Mission

To meet our customers’ demands through a wide network of global import relationships while developing export alternatives at home through demand analysis, targeted investment, efficient delivery, and financial prudence.

Our Core Values

Respect for clients, client satisfaction, excellence, fair pricing, efficient use of resources, and the adoption of technological know-how mark everything we do.

Products

Our Products & Deliveries

Wide-ranging product deliveries across both import and export sectors, backed by global manufacturer alliances.

Construction Materials

Plastic and steel products, steel profiles, metal sheets, and reinforcement bars.

Machinery & Equipment

Heavy machinery, industrial equipment, and factory-made construction components.

Agriculture & Foodstuff

Wheat, sugar, pulses, livestock, edible oil, sesame, coffee, soya beans, pasta, and rice.

Fertilizers

Quality fertilizers sourced from leading global producers for agricultural markets.

Chemicals & Lab Equipment

Industrial chemicals and laboratory equipment for diverse sectors.

Automobiles

Commercial and industrial automobiles from authorized global manufacturers.

Construction Components

Factory-made construction components for fast, affordable building.

Pharmaceutical & Medical

High-quality pharmaceutical and medical supplies, with an expanding diagnostic range.

Sectors We Lead

01

Construction & Design-Build

We offer design-build services with professional architectural and engineering teams. Our construction management has 20 years of experience in project management, supervision, and construction of affordable, fast residential and commercial structures.

02

Medical & Pharmaceuticals

We are positioned as one of the leading importers and distributors of high-quality pharmaceutical and medical supplies across Ethiopia, guided by our slogan: “Quality Medicines at Affordable Price.”

03

Real Estate Consultancy

We offer professional consultancy to clients planning to acquire or develop real estate — a sector contributing 15% of Ethiopia’s annual GDP.

Three-Year Strategic Plan

Focused growth across our core sectors.

  1. 1

    Achieve a targeted market share in the export sector by focusing on the supply of cash crops to overseas markets.

  2. 2

    Build time-saving construction facilities on identified sites using fair-priced modern composite materials.

  3. 3

    Become the leader in distribution, sales, and marketing of pharmaceutical, surgical, medical equipment, and OTC products in Ethiopia.

Business Structure

Key operational departments working under the Board of Directors and CEO, each staffed with experienced, dedicated professionals.

Board of Directors
IT Department
Legal Department
Trade Department
Finance Department
Marketing Department
Farming Department
Construction Department
Engineering Department
Project Department
Human Resources
Administration

Banking Partners

Trusted financial institutions across the USA, Europe, and Ethiopia.

United States

  • Citibank, USA
  • Chase Bank, USA
  • Bank of America, USA
  • Wells Fargo Bank, USA

Europe

  • Commerzbank, Germany
  • Post Bank, Germany
  • ING Bank, Belgium

Ethiopia

  • Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
  • Berhan International Bank
  • Awash Bank
  • Abyssinia Bank

Manufacturer Authorizations

São Martinho & Biosev, BrazilYudum, Unat & Aymar, TurkeyIveco, ItalyDynapac, SwedenMetso, FranceMacnay, FinlandLiebherr, GermanyMeka, TurkeySinotruk International Co. Ltd, ChinaTrident Mediquip Limited, India

Domestic Corporate Customers

  • Ethiopian Trading Businesses Corporation
  • Ethiopian Construction Works Corporation
  • Compassion International
  • National Disaster Risk Management Commission
  • Ethiopian Pharmaceuticals Supply Agency (EPSA)
  • Addis Ababa City Administration
  • Tikur Anbessa Hospital
  • BDA Business and Agricultural Development PLC

Our Core Strength

Proven history founded on hard work, effectiveness, and honesty.

Creative connections and an extensive network of associates.

Strong financial foundation.

Robust market standing at the convergence of commerce, trade, and finance.

Collaborations and associations with governmental organizations.

Global management team with considerable market expertise.

Worldwide presence and physical footprint in important markets.

Growing Together

We expand each year in the supply of commodities and procurement operations. We are engaged in community initiatives and vigorously seek projects that create a meaningful, long-term impact on the wellbeing of our society — providing innovative, top-notch services and high-quality solutions that empower our clients.

Website

www.aplasgroups.com

Email

aplasimporterllc@aplasgroups.com

Headquarters

Fontana, CA 92336, USA

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