Freight Forwarding & Supply Chain Logistics News & Insights

Dear Valued Client SABS has announced that the planned implementation of the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) Program for certain imports from China has been placed on hold with immediate effect. Importers should view this as a preparation period rather than a cancellation of the initiative. Please see the official stakeholder notice below for full details.

Dear Valued Client Please be advised that protest action is anticipated in KwaZulu-Natal over the coming days and may impact transport and logistics operations. According to reports, the planned demonstrations are linked to concerns regarding the employment of foreign nationals and related labour issues. A march is scheduled for Thursday, 25 June, with expected activity in parts of the Durban and Hillcrest areas, which may result in traffic congestion, road closures, and de

Dear Valued Client Please take note of the below tariff amendment published by SARS which is effective from 19 June 2026: Amendment to Schedule 3 Part 1: By the deletion of various items under rebate item 316.01 and 316.09 as well as the insertion of various items under rebate item 315.15, 316.01 and 316.09 in order to allow for a rebate provision on additional components for cooking and cooling appliances. (Addendum to ITAC Report 692) Notice The below tariff amendment p

Dear Valued Client We wish to advise customers that disruptions are currently being experienced on key transport routes servicing the Port of Durban as a result of the COSATU protest action underway today. Traffic congestion and access restrictions affecting the Bayhead precinct and surrounding road network are causing delays for transporters entering and exiting port facilities. As a result, container collections, deliveries, and general landside operations are being impac