Genoa - Dafarra & Seves Srl (Genoa, Head Office)
Genoa - Dafarra & Seves Srl (Genoa, Head Office) is an international freight forwarding company based in Genoa, Italy, with a history dating back to 1953. The business is currently managed by the third generation, preserving a family-driven approach to global logistics. The company offers a range of services across multiple transport modes and logistics disciplines, positioning itself as a comprehensive partner for import and export operations.
From its early days, Dafarra & Seves has provided ocean, air and inland transportation, along with related services and integrated logistics. A core capability highlighted in the company profile is its role as a customs broker operating in all Ligurian ports, a function it has maintained for more than five decades. This combination of freight forwarding and customs clearance supports customers navigating international trade through the Ligurian maritime gateway and beyond.
In recent years, the company has expanded its project cargo capabilities. Notable engagements highlighted in its historical narrative include involvement in projects such as the Nubaria power station in Egypt, conducted on behalf of the Egyptian Energy Ministry, a project for Fincantieri’s Turkish Military Marine program involving four patrol vessels, and the delivery of prefabricated housing units and operating bases to Afghanistan (ISAF) at Farah / Heart sites. These references illustrate a capability to manage complex, heavy-lift and time-sensitive shipments across diverse, challenging geographies.
Dafarra & Seves positions itself as a world-connected logistics provider through its network, offering high-quality import and export services globally. The company emphasizes sustainability as a core mission, aiming to balance efficient logistics with responsible business practices. Initiatives described include a dedicated carbon footprint monitoring platform to quantify emissions across transportation modes and provide reports to support clients’ environmental objectives. The organization’s sustainability pledge reflects a broader commitment to responsible and ethical logistical solutions within an evolving global marketplace.
The combination of long-standing expertise, a multi-modal service portfolio, and a focus on complex project cargo positions Dafarra & Seves as a versatile option for customers seeking reliable freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and integrated logistics services through Genoa and international trade routes.
