50+
Years of combined industry experience
127
Countries we actively move cargo through
10250+
Successful shipments delivered
Your cargo lands at port and sits for days because the documentation was not ready
Most port delays are not caused by shipping problems ,they are caused by customs documentation that was not prepared before the cargo arrived. Every day your goods sit at Durban or Cape Town accumulates demurrage charges and delays your production or sales. We prepare your customs documentation during the sea transit so your goods are ready to clear the moment they arrive.
You have no visibility between your cargo loading at origin and arriving at port
Your goods leave your supplier in China or Europe and then disappear into a black hole. Your current agent is not updating you. You find out about problems when it is already too late and already expensive to fix. We provide proactive updates throughout the journey so you always know exactly where your cargo is.
You are paying FCL rates when LCL could save you significantly per shipment
Many importers default to full container loads without knowing whether it is the most cost-effective option for their volume. The difference between FCL and LCL on a regular import programme can amount to significant savings over a year. We review your shipment volumes and recommend the right container option for your business.
We give you real visibility from origin to port
From loading confirmation at your supplier through to arrival at South African port, we provide proactive updates so you always know where your cargo is and what is happening next. You will not be chasing anyone for information about your own shipment.
We access preferred carrier rates through the Toll Group network
As a Toll Group partner, we access carrier relationships and freight rates that individual importers cannot negotiate independently. That buying power translates into more competitive freight costs and priority access to sailing schedules on key trade lanes including China, India, Europe, and the Americas.
Why SA Importers Use AK Consulting for Ocean Freight
While your shipment is still at sea, we have already classified your goods, prepared your Bill of Entry, checked your permit requirements, and lodged your customs documentation with SARS. By the time your container arrives at Durban or Cape Town, everything is in order and your goods are ready to clear as efficiently as the process allows.
Incorrect tariff classification is one of the most common and most costly mistakes in ocean freight importing. It means either overpaying duty on every shipment or exposing yourself to a SARS audit. We review your HS codes on every shipment and ensure your duty liability is accurate ,protecting your margins across your entire import programme.
Port clearance is not the end of the journey. We coordinate inland transport from Durban or Cape Town to your warehouse, distribution centre, or production facility ,so your goods keep moving after they clear customs without you having to manage a separate transport provider.