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Freight Forwarding Companies in South Africa

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 22, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 12 Freight Forwarding Companies in South Africa as of September 2026. The top-ranked firm is Scott's Shipping Services (0.0 stars, 0 verified reviews, NA, founded 2016, Pretoria). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 0, and 29% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Freight Forwarding Companies in South Africa below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

The major advantage of hiring from freight forwarding companies in South Africa is the availability of an established network. However, it is still best to evaluate the alternatives based upon your business requirement and benefit from their strong resource network. Businesses face quite the challenge of carrying out such an evaluation on their own. Hence, Goodfirms is here to help you with a list of freight forwarders in South Africa that helps you with all the analysis you need to make the right decision for your business. Browse through this list of top freight forwarders in South Africa to find and hire the best firm for your business.

Goodfirms has verified 12 Freight Forwarding Companies in South Africa - part of 1,925+ Freight Forwarder Companies, each passing Goodfirms' 4-step verification process (background check, client interviews, portfolio audit, ongoing quality review). Listings marked "Sponsored" are agencies that pay for premium placement - sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content.

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  • Scott's Shipping Services

    Get all customs and shipping costs included in a single, upfront quote, no hidden fees. Shop from the US, Europe, Asia, and beyond with ease! We use trusted courier services to ensure your packages arrive safely and on time with no delays and no worries. To your door anywhere in South Africa. Courier options for ... read Scott's Shipping Services reviews & insights

    Get all customs and shipping costs included in a single, upfront quote, no hidden fees. ... read Scott's Shipping Services reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2016
    Pretoria, South Africa
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  • Trade Ocean

    Trade Ocean is a premium shipping company based in South Africa and Namibia, that provides its local and international clients with a diverse range of shipping and logistics services that include: • Shipping agency services • Customs clearance • Freight forwarding • Freight logistics Through their head office in Cape Town and regional branches in ... read Trade Ocean reviews & insights

    Trade Ocean is a premium shipping company based in South Africa and Namibia, that provides ... read Trade Ocean reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    Cape Town, South Africa
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  • Sterdts

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    Sterdts (Pty) Ltd (Reg. No. 2016/159326/07) is a South African freight forwarder and international moving company providing comprehensive sea, air and road logistics solutions for importers, exporters and private clients. Servicing customers across South Africa, Sterdts manages end-to-end transport, customs clearing, warehousing and specialised packing through a vetted global network. The company operates under its ... read Sterdts reviews & insights

    Sterdts (Pty) Ltd (Reg. No. 2016/159326/07) is a South African freight forwarder and international moving ... read Sterdts reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2016
    Johannesburg, South Africa
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    Why Sterdts?

    • Reliable
    • Fast
    • Treats every shipment or move as their own

  • Rhenus Logistics

    We look ahead so that your logistics continue to make a value contribution in the future. Knowing today what will be in demand tomorrow: As your international logistics service provider with a global network, we not only offer you standardised solutions, but also put together individual logistics products to meet the specific requirements of your ... read Rhenus Logistics reviews & insights

    We look ahead so that your logistics continue to make a value contribution in the ... read Rhenus Logistics reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Edenvale, South Africa
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  • Swis Global Logistics

    SWIS Enterprises Global Logistics, situated in the heart of Cape Town City Centre, is committed to simplifying shipping through its extensive logistics and freight forwarding services. Trusting in the hands of expert professionals, customers can rest assured that their cargo is handled with the utmost care and precision. SWIS Logistics prioritizes tailored solutions, catering to ... read Swis Global Logistics reviews & insights

    SWIS Enterprises Global Logistics, situated in the heart of Cape Town City Centre, is committed ... read Swis Global Logistics reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2019
    Cape Town, South Africa
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  • GIC Logistics South Africa

    We are GIC Logistics South Africa We offer one stop shop services for all your logistics needs and would look forward to becoming one of your most reliable Logistics Partner. Our services include: ✓ Customs Clearing Import & Export. ✓ FCL/LCL Import & Export. ✓ Airfreight Port-to-Port/Door-to-Door. ✓ Ocean Freight Port-to-Port/Door-to-door. ✓ Warehousing. ✓ Road ... read GIC Logistics South Africa reviews & insights

    We are GIC Logistics South Africa We offer one stop shop services for all your ... read GIC Logistics South Africa reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    0
    Johannesburg, South Africa
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  • APG Logistics

    APG Logistics (Pty) Ltd was incorporated in South Africa in February 2015 and we specialise in Supply Chain and Logistics. The company is 100% black woman owned and managed. Our head office is in Johannesburg, with satellite offices in Durban and Port Elizabeth. Our main focus is the distribution of dangerous goods, including but not ... read APG Logistics reviews & insights

    APG Logistics (Pty) Ltd was incorporated in South Africa in February 2015 and we specialise ... read APG Logistics reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    2015
    Randburg, South Africa
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  • Turners Shipping

    Turners Shipping is one of South Africa's top local and international freight management and logistics companies. We have strong operations throughout the country, Africa and world-wide to provide our clients with an all inclusive freight solution. Turners Shipping combines more than 120 years of history in the logistics industry with the latest technology and practices ... read Turners Shipping reviews & insights

    Turners Shipping is one of South Africa's top local and international freight management and logistics ... read Turners Shipping reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    250 - 999
    1896
    Durban, South Africa
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  • Sky Air Freight

    Successful freight forwarding, relocation and logistics projects require expertize, inside knowledge and a reputation that business can trust. Sky Air Freight provides a “ones stop solution” to meet all of your logistics requirements. Whether you are importing or exporting, looking to relocate, distributing your goods to clients, Sky Air Freight has the level of service, ... read Sky Air Freight reviews & insights

    Successful freight forwarding, relocation and logistics projects require expertize, inside knowledge and a reputation that ... read Sky Air Freight reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Boksburg, South Africa
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  • Megafreight Services

    Megafreight is an international freight forwarder ranking among the top ten leading forwarders in South Africa. It is arguably the largest privately owned forwarder in South Africa and boasts a very strong heritage having operated under the same leadership for more than 37 years since its inception, supported by capable management and employees. The company ... read Megafreight Services reviews & insights

    Megafreight is an international freight forwarder ranking among the top ten leading forwarders in South ... read Megafreight Services reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    250 - 999
    1981
    Johannesburg, South Africa
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  • NATCO LOGISTICS

    We provide a comprehensive end-to-end import and export logistics service with our team of hands-on industry experts so that you can focus on your core business. We deal with everything from receiving & collecting of cargo, consolidating and forwarding , handling and financing of customs brokering, right up to its final destination, wherever you need ... read NATCO LOGISTICS reviews & insights

    We provide a comprehensive end-to-end import and export logistics service with our team of hands-on ... read NATCO LOGISTICS reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    1980
    Johannesburg, South Africa
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  • Air Charter Service

    Having started my career at ACS as a placement student, I've been able to be a part of the entire ACS journey. Watching as we've grown from our humble beginnings, into a global company, and the largest charter brokerage in the world

    Having started my career at ACS as a placement student, I've been able to be ... read Air Charter Service reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    1990
    Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 states with the best Value Score for hiring.

Ranked by a composite blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and average hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this surfaces genuinely affordable destinations - not just the biggest markets.

ZA★ TOP PICK

Gauteng

Home to 28 vetted firms, with an average rate of $62/hr.

Firms28
Avg Rate$62/hr
Avg Rating-
Value Score62 / 100
ZA2

Western Cape

Home to 17 vetted firms, with an average rate of $60/hr.

Firms17
Avg Rate$60/hr
Value Score62 / 100
ZA3

KwaZulu-Natal

Home to 11 vetted firms, with an average rate of $82/hr.

Firms11
Avg Rate$82/hr
Value Score52 / 100

Where the firms are.

Bubble size shows how many firms each country has; colour shows its average hourly rate. Tap any country for its firm count, average rate, rating, and Value Score.

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All states ranked by Value Score.

Every state in scope, ranked by Value Score.

StateFirmsAvg RateAvg RatingValue ScoreAction
ZAGauteng28$62/hr-62View firms
ZAWestern Cape17$60/hr-62View firms
ZAKwaZulu-Natal11$82/hr-52View firms
ZAGauteng
28 firms$62/hr
Value Score62 / 100
View firms
ZAWestern Cape
17 firms$60/hr
Value Score62 / 100
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ZAKwaZulu-Natal
11 firms$82/hr
Value Score52 / 100
View firms

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Cost matters - but so does being able to actually talk to your developer during your workday. Here are the best destinations for each major hub.

If you're in US (PT/ET)Recommended

Look for nearshore LATAM partners - same-day collaboration, similar time zones, and 50-60% cost savings vs domestic.

MXMexico~7h overlap
ARArgentina~6h overlap
BRBrazil~5h overlap
CACanada~8h overlap
If you're in Europe (CET/GMT)Recommended

Eastern Europe is your sweet spot - 1-2h time zone shift, EU GDPR alignment, and 40-50% lower rates than Western Europe.

PLPoland~8h overlap
UAUkraine~7h overlap
RORomania~7h overlap
ZASouth Africa~8h overlap

How firms are placed on the matrix

Every position on this chart is the output of the Goodfirms ranking algorithm - a weighted composite of signals across two axes. The algorithm is recomputed regularly and is fully documented.

Sponsorship does not affect placement. PRO members receive visible badges and ad placements, but their algorithmic scores are calculated identically to free listings.

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Algorithm at a glance
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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
2
Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
3
Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
4
Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
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Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

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States with the best Value Score for supply chain & logistics hiring.

Ranked by a composite score blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and median hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this list surfaces actually affordable destinations rather than just-big markets.

Budget leader
Gauteng · $0-24/hr

6 firms in this tier - more than any other state. Top picks: Airlink Cargo, Sebenza Freight, NATCO LOGISTICS.

Mid-tier leader
Gauteng · $50-99/hr

3 firms in this tier - more than any other state. Top picks: Road Freight Logistics, Sky Air Freight, Zamalwandle.

Top tier leader
Gauteng · $150+/hr

1 firms in this tier - more than any other state. Top picks: Value Logistics.

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Cell intensity (firm density):
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Best Value marks the densest, highest-rated, most-affordable cell per row

Top 15 recommended companies by Value Score.

Ranked across all heatmap cells - each blends a low hourly rate, a strong rating, and sufficient review volume.

1
Laser Group
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr2 - 9
2
Trade Ocean
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr10 - 49
3
DEL GROUP
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr10 - 49
4
FX INTERNATIONAL
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr2 - 9
5
Airlink Cargo
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr50 - 249
6
Sebenza Freight
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr50 - 249
7
NATCO LOGISTICS
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr50 - 249
8
GIC Logistics South…
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr2 - 9
9
Auto Movers Internat…
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr50 - 249
10
Sterdts
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr2 - 9
11
1Fetch
67.3VALUE
South Africa< $25/hr10 - 49
12
Tsiko Africa Group
62.7VALUE
South Africa$25 - $49/hr2 - 9
13
Africamarine Ships A…
62.7VALUE
South Africa$25 - $49/hr10 - 49
14
Cargo Carriers
62.7VALUE
South Africa$25 - $49/hr10 - 49
15
Transmarine Logistic…
62.7VALUE
South Africa$25 - $49/hr10 - 49

How the heatmap is built

Every cell in the grid above is the count of firms in (place × hourly-rate tier). Firms are placed by their published hourly rate; those without a disclosed rate are not plotted.

Top company names per cell are surfaced by Value Score - a weighted blend of affordability (50%) + rating (35%) + review volume (15%).

The "Best" ribbon marks the cell in each row where firm density, ratings, and affordability line up best - the densest, highest-quality combination.

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Value Score · per firm
ValueScore = 0.50 × Affordability
+ 0.35 × Rating
+ 0.15 × Review Volume
// All sub-scores normalized 0-100
// Affordability = (1 - rate/$200) × 100
// Rating = (rating - 3) / 2 × 100
// Volume = log10(reviews+1)/log10(200) × 100

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