Improved solutions into West Africa

The trade and commerce sector in Africa is currently experiencing rapid growth, with a surge in demand for exports across a wide range of industries. However, this increase in demand has also highlighted the pressing need for efficient and reliable logistics solutions to support the export market.

Shippers skimping on packaging

There was a definite increase in enquiries for eco-friendly packaging in the country, but there were still too few alternatives available on the market.

Increasing demand for critical thinking

by Liesl Venter, Freight News Demand for enterprise and leadership skills is expected to rise, says Juliette Fourie, founder and managing director of Metro Minds. “Enterprise skills are transferable skills, allowing people to navigate complex job functions in different industries.…

Coaching programme introduced in collaboration with personal wellness specialists

Finding experienced candidates with knowledge of the local market as well as supply chain experience is becoming increasingly difficult, says SACO CFR chief human resources officer, Beverly Kirstein. Over and above this, soft skills such as leadership, communication and relationship management are also not that easy to find.

Additional consol service supports growing demand

by Liesl Venter – Freight News August 2022 Increased demand for consolidation services into Zambia’s mining areas has led SACO CFR to increase its services to the country. According to Natasha Lawrence, ocean and road freight branch manager in Johannesburg,…

Demand for airfreight increases but rates will remain high

Air freight capacity into South Africa is improving as more airlines return to normal operations after being grounded during the global pandemic. Jacob Pretorius is airfreight general manager for neutral cargo consolidator SACO CFR. He says carriers are increasingly adding more daily f lights into Johannesburg and Cape Town, addressing the major capacity constraints that have been the trend over the past two years.

Volumes on the up despite global challenges

In a market disrupted by maxed-out air capacity, congested ocean freight, and skyrocketing freight rates, it’s understandable why consolidations are on the up. According to Martin Bruno Keck, group CEO at SACO CFR, there is a clear move towards consolidations

Airlines increasingly using more digital platforms

SACO CFR is optimistic about the airfreight sector, with several developments underscoring its move towards growing its business. According to airfreight director Stephen Bishop, the company has managed to obtain several preferential contract rates with premium carriers for exports.

Lower carrier capacity continues to plague our ports

Freight News – Liesl Venter South Africa has been hugely affected by the reduction in carrier capacity over the past few months. As a result, the country is calling for smart thinking on the part of groupage operators to ensure…