By Liesl Venter | Freight News Zambia’s drive to diversify its economy is beginning to reshape its freight market, with growth in agriculture, infrastructure, construction, manufacturing and retail creating demand for an increasingly varied range of inbound cargo. While mining…
by Liesl Venter Freight News The airfreight market remains highly sensitive to international political developments, a trend that was again evident during the first half of 2026. According to Heinrich Kirstein, SACO Shipping’s Cape Town Branch Manager, expectations are nevertheless…
by Liesl Venter Freight News Global disruptions are reshaping cargo flows, with freight forwarders increasingly turning to consolidation as volatility in lead times and freight rates intensifies. According to Michelle Horner, Trade and WWA Manager at SACO Shipping, ongoing disruption…
Liesl Venter Freight News SACO Shipping has established a dedicated Africa Gateway Team to manage shipments moving across the continent as trade flows into Africa continue to expand and diversify. According to Natasha Lawrence-Ramiah, general manager for ocean freight at…
By Liesl Venter Freight News The sea freight industry, both in South Africa and globally, is undergoing a season of significant change, says Natasha Lawrence-Ramiah, general manager at SACO Shipping South Africa. “Market dynamics, geopolitical shifts, technological advancements and evolving…
by Liesl Venter, Freight News The days of a one-size-fits-all approach to logistics are long gone. In today’s fast-paced global trade environment, clients demand a dynamic and efficient mix of transport modes tailored to their unique needs. Nowhere is this…
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…