Founded in 1955, the history of Cargo Carriers is synonymous with that of its charismatic, astute and resolute founder, Desmond Bolton. Indeed, for most people who remember the early decades of the company and witnessed its growth into one of the largest and most successful privately held transport businesses in South Africa; Des in many ways was Cargo Carriers.

The first truck, still in pristine condition is sentimentally known as Number 1.

In 1987 the company was listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

In 1988 Desmond passed away at the age of 68, leaving behind an impressive group of companies. Since 1992 Garth and Murray Bolton, Joint Chief Executive Officers, and sons of the late Desmond manage the company.

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