Sea Freight

Sea freight refers to goods or cargo transported by ship generally for commercial gain. Trade Ocean is one of South Africa's most trusted and respected sea freight companies and is ahead of the pack when it comes to modern clearing agent technology. With more than 100 years' collective experience as clearers and forwarders of air and sea freight, Trade Ocean shipping agents are on hand should you require assistance with securing a container for transport, as well as classifying products or interpreting the Customs Act and tariffs.

As part of its sea freight services, Trade Ocean will arrange collection and delivery of freight from anywhere and to anywhere in the world.

The agents are accredited with the Department of Customs and Excise and all air and sea freight clearing and forwarding documents are submitted through the paperless EDI system for quick and efficient processing.

Trade Ocean offers a round the clock dock supervision service to ensure that the loading and unloading of freight containers goes smoothly before the ship returns to the sea. Particular attention is paid to both the company's own vessels, as well as any others carrying Trade Ocean clients' cargo.

The company contracts accredited surveyors to ensure that certification is suitable and up to date for local and international air and sea freight, should this be required at any point.Trade Ocean offers sea freight services in major points around the globe including Walvis Bay and Namibia, as well as being the sea freight provider of choice in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. If you are looking for local or international sea freight services with competitive rates then contact us today with your clearing and forwarding requirements.