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Trading Division

Crossing Borders
Forming part of Cargo Carriers Limited, which has been in existence in excess of 50 years, the Trading Division was formed in 1994.

Operating Departments:

Cross-Border Services

Cargo Carriers Trading Division adds further critical capabilities to its intra-Africa business partners. Clients resident north of South Africa's borders are taking increasing advantage of our procurement capabilities which, together with our risk management and service level improvement capabilities, create a fully integrated sourcing and transportation business.

National Services

Currently we offer a road transport service for full truck loads and part-loads, collecting and delivering to anywhere in South Africa. We are with you every step of the process, from quotation to delivery!

Service Offering

We offer road transport services based on specific customer requirements, reducing the risk of sourcing "freelance" truckers and ensuring improved reliability by quality controlling and managing the trucking businesses on behalf of load owners, nationally and into the SACD region.

Our approach reduces the risk and exposure to capital expenditure and to third party contracts through improved service levels and process management. Similarly, paperwork is reduced and cash flow and controls are significantly improved through and integrated management approach.

Other specialized services offered include:

  • Breakbulk
  • Transportation of Containers (Reefer, Dry and other specialized containers)
  • Storage of containers for delivery as and when required
  • Processing of CTO (Container Terminal Order)
  • Transportation of abnormal cargo
  • Transportation of hazardous cargo

Customer Base

Our customer base compasses across a wide variety of industries including: chemical, fuel, FMCG markets and steel.

Supplier Selection

As time and reliability are some of our biggest competitive advantages, supplier selection is crucial. Suppliers are selected based on the following:

  • On time delivery
  • Reputation
  • Reliability
  • Accreditation by certified institutions
  • Availability and reliability of desired equipment
  • Geographic areas in which they operate
  • Quality of services
  • Fulfillment of SHEQ requirements
  • Financial stability
  • Service offering (effective communication, equipment availability etc)
  • Staff competency
  • Safety record
  • On time deliveries
 
 
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