Why does my import cost more than I expected originally?
Imports have become more and more expensive over time and it seems that this trend is on-going. How can you be sure that what you have been quoted is what…
How to cross the Zimbabwe border quicker
All of us, having one or the other time exported to Zimbabwe, know about the lengthy delays that may well occur at the Beitbridge border post between South Africa and…
What you need to know about transport insurance
It happens, if we want it or not! Goods get lost or damaged during transport, be it by air, sea, road or rail. What happens if they do and no…
The 5 things that your goods forwarder MUST do for you!
The costs and complexities of exporting and importing are ever increasing and there is no indication that it is going to change any time soon. There may be the odd…
What to do if your cargo is damaged
Not all damages are large, but even the small ones are troublesome and may result in a loss. However long we have stayed free from damage to our priced cargo,…
How good are your instructions?
Giving instructions to suppliers is part of life for most of us. But the cost of not giving proper instructions could be substantial. If your supplier doesn’t understand what you…
Exporting to Angola – The Novotrans Alternative
Whoever has exported goods to Angola before, maybe even on a regular basis, will know that the cost for import customs clearance, handling charges as well as storage and demurrage…
New currency structure in Zimbabwe affects exporters
Delays are currently experienced in getting goods cleared into Zimbabwe, which may also affect the dispatch of the same as well. A new, three tier, currency structure has been introduced…
IMO 2020 Tariff Adjustments
From 1st January 2020, a new regulation will come into force, implemented by the IMO (International Maritime Organisation) to reduce air pollution from ships globally. The new global sulphur cap…