Distribution and Warehousing Network Limited (Dawn) is listed in the Construction and Materials – Building Materials and Fixtures sector of the JSE Limited (JSE). The strategy of the Group is centred on the manufacturing and wholesale distribution of quality branded hardware, sanitaryware, plumbing, kitchen, engineering and civil products through a national, strategically positioned branch network as well as in selected African countries and Mauritius. Dawn adds significant value to the distribution channel through its optimised logistics services and, by acquiring leading brand manufacturers, it is able to reduce duplication and enhance efficiencies between the production and distribution of the Group’s products. Through selective equity ownership, Dawn is able to share in the value of the optimised supply-chain that is created. Its subsidiary businesses complement each other’s product ranges and therefore create significant cross-selling opportunities and a total solution package offering. Service functions such as warehousing, distribution and administration are shared, allowing for maximum efficiency through economies of scale. |
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