TrenStar

TrenStar is a returnable rental packaging management and pooling solution for businesses that need visibility and control of reusable containers across complex supply chains.

Key capabilities include:

• Returnable packaging management and pooling, covering standard and specialised packaging, plus condition management, maintenance, and equipment design and manufacture
• Near real-time inventory and location visibility using proprietary systems and enabling technologies such as RFID, barcoding, GPS, and sensor technology, with integration to client systems to reduce manual handling
• Control Tower (Control Centre) for managing by exception, including exceptions, alerts, and dashboards that support operational decision-making
• Professional and logistical services spanning strategy, analysis, implementation, training, support, and onsite services

Available on Web, including a client login portal.

Target users include B2B operations, logistics, and supply chain teams in automotive, manufacturing, FMCG, mining, pharmaceutical, medical, chemical, and agricultural environments.

Notable in the South African market context, it is headquartered in Centurion, Gauteng, and (founded in 1992) combines packaging supply, asset tracking technology, and services to support returnable packaging programs that require traceability and ongoing equipment management.