FREIGHTIT
FREIGHTIT is a South Africa–based logistics provider established in 2005 and positioned as part of a broader group that includes COURIERIT and WAREHOUSEIT. The company specializes in delivering international logistics solutions, connecting origins to destinations worldwide through a combination of port-to-port and door-to-door services. Its operational ethos centers on personalized, hand-to-hand logistics solutions designed to support customers with complex import and export requirements across Africa and beyond.
The Freightit service portfolio encompasses international freight forwarding and customs clearance, supported by a network of partner companies and group resources. The company highlights its capability to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of shipments, from origin presentation and documentation to final delivery, incorporating both traditional and flexible logistics channels. It emphasizes a one-stop logistics approach, leveraging its associations with affiliated entities to provide an integrated set of offerings.
Core service areas include sea freight (FCL/LCL and reefer options), air freight (including express and perishables), and road transport. In addition, FREIGHTIT supports in-bond storage, project cargo handling, and the movement of goods within Africa, including RIB transit cargo. The company also notes value-added services such as packaging, insurance, and door-to-door delivery, aiming to streamline the supply chain and reduce the administrative burden for customers.
A key feature of FREIGHTIT’s operations is its status as a registered clearing agent with the South African Revenue Service (Customs & Excise). This credential underpins its ability to assist clients with tariff classifications, cost estimations, and efficient customs clearance timelines. The firm underscores its capacity to coordinate between national and international networks, ensuring that shipments clear customs promptly and proceed to final delivery through the group’s channels.
The organization positions itself as a strategic gateway for international transportation, leveraging its group’s resources to offer comprehensive solutions for both imports and exports. Its services are designed to support a diverse customer base, ranging from general freight movements to specialized project cargo requiring careful coordination and constraint management. Through its express network and international partnerships, FREIGHTIT aims to deliver reliable, time-sensitive transportation to destinations across the globe.
In terms of client engagement, FREIGHTIT seeks to gather essential shipment details to prepare accurate quotations, including origin and destination specifics, weight, dimensions, commodity type, preferred mode of transport, and relevant INCOTERMS. This approach reflects an emphasis on tailored pricing and dedicated service, aligned with the needs of businesses that require visibility and control over cross-border logistics.
Overall, FREIGHTIT presents itself as a dedicated international logistics partner with a history of successful project freight contracts since its inception. By combining freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, and project cargo capabilities within a connected group, the company positions itself to support customers seeking streamlined, end-to-end supply chain solutions across Africa and global markets.
