Johannesburg - Tradestream Logistics (Proprietary) Limited (Johannesburg, Head Office) (Formerly known as Saxport Agencies (Pty) Ltd)
Tradestream Logistics (Proprietary) Limited, based in Johannesburg, operates as a privately owned South African logistics provider offering a broad spectrum of international freight forwarding and supply chain services. The company emphasizes flexibility and client-focused service, leveraging nationwide partnerships with strategic warehouses and a network that supports customized solutions for diverse cargo requirements. Tradestream identifies itself as a Level 4 BEE company, reflecting its commitment to empowerment within the South African market.
Core service lines include ocean and air freight forwarding, domestic road freight within South Africa and to neighboring countries, warehousing, and comprehensive customs clearing and consultancy. The organization also acts as an import/export agency and provides air and sea charters, with ocean freight offerings that cover FCL, LCL, and break-bulk shipments. Maritime insurance is listed among its risk management options. The founder emphasis is on partnering select clients in international shipping and logistics at competitive rates underpinned by professional service.
Tradestream operates from its Johannesburg head office with additional branches across major South African ports, enabling import/export operations from origin to final destination. The company highlights its extensive international representation through its WCAworld network, including WCA Inter Global and WCA Projects, which affords access to a global footprint and specialized project cargo expertise.
Project cargo is a distinct division within Tradestream, focusing on the logistics of large, heavy, expensive, or hazardous items across oil & gas, mining, power, and construction sectors. Services span planning, execution, supervision, paperwork handling, customs clearance, insurance, and freight management, with capabilities in heavy lift and cross-trade movements. The Tradestream Projects team provides engineering, procurement, and management support to meet project deadlines and budgets.
In addition to traditional freight services, Tradestream emphasizes technology-enabled logistics management through its Tradestream Platform and Load-Planner tools. The Tradestream Platform offers real-time shipment tracking, order management, document access, and supply chain analysis, while Load-Planner assists clients in developing precise load plans for space optimization across road, sea, air, and break-bulk modes. The Tradestream System integrates with client ERP, financial systems, and customs clearance systems, delivering real-time costings, margin visibility, integrated costing at SKU level, and end-to-end tracking. This digital approach aims to provide clients with transparency, risk management, and cost efficiencies throughout the import/export process.
Tradestream presents a global reach through membership in the WCAworld network, which connects independent freight forwarders across thousands of offices in numerous countries. This membership is positioned as a risk-managed platform offering financial protection and access to industry-leading logistics solutions, with specific networks including WCA Inter Global and WCA Projects.
The company describes its value proposition as an integrated logistics and trade finance partner, combining logistics execution, customs tariffing, treasury management, and online shipment visibility to support end-to-end supply chain needs. Headquartered in Johannesburg, Tradestream promotes a client-centric, technology-driven approach to international logistics, supply chain management, and trade finance, providing tailored solutions to meet varying industry requirements and timelines.
