Balancing service and revenue an ongoing challenge

by Liesl Venter Freight News SACO Shipping has reported a significant increase in imports during 2024, driven by its ongoing product development initiatives and a customer-centric service approach, both of which remain key strategic priorities for 2025.“We recognise and value…

Enhanced reporting capabilities on offer

by Liesl Venter Freight News SACO Shipping has successfully completed the first phase of its custom-built operational platform, SHIFT. “This is a tailored LCL system designed to address and enhance the unique demands we face as a co-loader,” said Nicholas…

Shifting to Green

SACO in South Africa has gone green, embarking on an eco-friendly journey to preserve our planet for future generations. As a Team of Companies, we acknowledge our duty to protect and continuously improve the environment. By shifting to green, we…

Some larger shipments switch to air

by Liesl Venter, Freight News The outlook for airfreight for the second half of the year is positive, with a number of disruptions in the sea freight sector continuing to drive cargo to the skies. According to Jacob Pretorius, general…

Increase in volumes already evident

NVOCCs are navigating a storm of challenges. From congested ports to unpredictable carrier routes and weather hindrances, the industry faces a daunting task. In response, there's an urgent call for continual improvement and expansion of services to ensure smooth operations amidst turbulent waters

Sea freight congestion boosts airfreight sector

Freight News by Liesl Venter In a strategic move to strengthen its footprint and enhance its shipping solutions, SACO CFR is set to expand its export consolidation service in 2024. The neutral consolidator has just unveiled a service connecting Johannesburg…

Market sees shift from fixed-term contracts

In the face of the challenges created by the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical and economic upheavals, the ocean freight sector has navigated tumultuous years. Currently, the industry’s primary focus was rates, said Michelle Horner, ocean branch manager for SACO CFR in Durban.

New qualification addresses skills training in warehousing sector

African enterprises eager to enhance their skills in the warehousing sector have an opportunity to do so with the launch of a groundbreaking freight handling qualification by Metro Minds. According to MD Juliette Fourie, this qualification goes beyond theoretical learning, offering students a hands-on experience in a real warehouse environment.