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Specialists in Hospitality Procurement · Central & East Africa

Bridging World-Class Suppliers
with African Hospitality

Over 26 years sourcing OS&E and FF&E for the finest lodges, hotels, and hospitality venues across Eastern and Central Africa.

Our Services View Portfolio
26+
Years Experience
20+
Major Projects
200+
Once-off & Top-up Orders
14+
Major Suppliers
50+
Specialist Suppliers
8+
Countries Served

About

Eric Kleijn & Trade Bridge International

Trade Bridge International Ltd. is a sourcing and procurement business specialising in the Central and East African hospitality markets. Founded and led by Eric Kleijn, TBI brings together decades of hands-on industry experience with an unrivalled global supplier network.

From full concept-to-opening projects at iconic properties like Sasakwa Lodge and Angama, to targeted OS&E refurbishments at established city hotels, TBI delivers the right products on time, at the right price.

We specialise in OS&E (Operating Supplies & Equipment) and can also source FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment), supported by full importation and transportation services into Africa.

  • Rotterdam & Shipping

    Built a shipping foundation in Rotterdam before joining Rennies Shipping in South Africa — giving TBI unique logistical expertise for African importation.

  • Financial Markets — Reuters

    A background in global financial markets provides TBI with rigorous commercial discipline and international market awareness.

  • Hospitality & Catering

    12 years running an outside catering business — serving universities, local and national government — gives TBI genuine insight into the hospitality operational environment.

  • 26 Years in Procurement

    A quarter-century of building supplier relationships and managing complex procurement projects across Central and East Africa.

What We Do

Our Services

From concept to opening, or targeted refurbishments — TBI manages every stage of the procurement process so you don't have to.

Sourcing & Procurement

We source OS&E and FF&E goods directly from leading global manufacturers, ensuring quality, authenticity, and competitive pricing for hospitality clients across Central and East Africa.

OS&E FF&E Direct Supply

Transportation & Logistics

Drawing on a deep shipping background — from Rotterdam to South African ports — TBI arranges end-to-end transportation and importation into African destinations, including customs clearance coordination.

Importation Shipping Clearance

Concept to Opening

For new builds and refurbishments, TBI manages the full procurement journey — from initial specification through to delivery on site. We work closely with architects and interior decorators, and align every selection with the client's brand standards, ensuring your property opens fully equipped, on schedule and on budget.

New Builds Refurb Brand Standards Full Project

Track Record

Selected Projects

From the Serengeti plains to Nairobi's city hotels — a selection of properties TBI has equipped over 26 years of operation.

Tanzania

Sasakwa Lodge

Concept to Opening OS&E FF&E
Tanzania

Faru Faru Lodge

Concept to Opening OS&E FF&E
Tanzania

Sabora Lodge

OS&E
Zanzibar

Aqua

Concept to Opening OS&E FF&E
Zanzibar

Tui

OS&E
Rwanda

Kutenga Hotel, Kigali

OS&E
Kenya — Nairobi

Sankara Hotel

Refurb OS&E
Kenya — Nairobi

Cheli & Peacock

OS&E
Kenya — Serengeti

Ndutu

OS&E
Kenya — Amboseli

Elewana

OS&E
Kenya — Amboseli

Angama

OS&E
Kenya — Nairobi

Great Plains

OS&E
Kenya — Nairobi

Asilia Africa

OS&E
Kenya — Nairobi

Finch Hattons

OS&E
Kenya — Nairobi

Olonana Lodge

OS&E

Our Network

Global Supplier Partners

TBI maintains direct purchasing relationships with the world's leading hospitality product manufacturers. If a supplier isn't on our list, we'll establish the relationship.

Crockery

  • Steelite International United Kingdom
  • Churchill 1795 United Kingdom
  • Vista Alegre Portugal
  • Rosenthal Germany

Cutlery

  • Eternum Belgium
  • Studio William United Kingdom
  • Arthur Krupp Italy

Glassware & Tabletop

  • Luigi Bormioli Italy
  • Bormioli Rocco Italy
  • Drinique USA — Unbreakable
  • Glass for Ever Denmark — Unbreakable
  • Chilewich USA — Placemats

Kitchen & Linen

  • Paderno Italy — Kitchen smalls
  • Casarovea / Parotex Italy — Linen

Get in Touch

Let's Discuss Your Project

Whether you're planning a new lodge from concept to opening, or sourcing specific OS&E items, TBI would be glad to assist.

Emaileric@tradebridgeint.net

Mobile+27 (0)82 882 4314

LocationSouth Africa

Regions Served

Kenya Tanzania Rwanda Uganda Zanzibar Ethiopia Southern Africa

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