Air Freight
Time-critical air cargo to and from every major hub worldwide. Choose express, consolidated or full-charter options to match your deadline and budget.
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International Freight Forwarding & Logistics
Global freight,
Global freight,
delivered without borders.
From South Africa to the world — we move your cargo by air, ocean and road, with expert customs clearance and warehousing at every step.
Why Shippers Choose Us
Logistics built around three promises
01
Speed
Air, ocean and road options engineered around your deadlines — urgent cargo delivered in days, not weeks.
02
Reliability
A 98.7% on-time record and a single accountable coordinator behind every shipment you move.
03
Global reach
120+ countries connected through 450+ trusted partners, all from our Johannesburg hub.
What We Do
Logistic services we provide
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Logistic services we provide
to our clients
Ocean Freight
Reliable FCL and LCL ocean shipping across the world's major trade lanes, with competitive sailings and full container visibility from origin to destination.
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Road Freight
Dedicated and groupage road transport across regional and cross-border corridors, with GPS-tracked fleets and guaranteed transit windows you can plan around.
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Customs Clearance
Licensed customs brokerage that keeps your cargo moving across every border. We handle classification, duties and documentation for fast, compliant clearance.
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Warehousing
Secure, bonded storage with real-time inventory management and reporting, plus pick-and-pack, cross-docking and distribution from strategically located hubs.
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Freight Forwarding
One accountable partner orchestrating carriers, documents and routing. We manage your entire shipment across air, sea and land, seamlessly from end to end.
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Cross Trade
Third-country shipments moved straight from your supplier's country to your buyer's, never entering South Africa. Neutral documentation and switch bills of lading included.
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The Simple Global Difference
Special things we do
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Special things we do
for our clients
Every shipment is owned by a named coordinator who manages carriers, paperwork and timelines on your behalf. One number to call, one person accountable — from first quote to final delivery, with proactive updates before you even need to ask.
- Single point of contact
- Proactive exception handling
- Tailored routing advice
Track consignments across air, ocean and road from one dashboard. Milestone alerts fire automatically at collection, departure, clearance and arrival, so you always know exactly where your cargo is and when it will land.
- Live multimodal tracking
- Automated milestone alerts
- Documentation in one place
Licensed customs brokerage, comprehensive cargo insurance and strict chain-of-custody controls protect your goods and keep them moving compliantly. We handle classification, duties and paperwork so nothing stalls at the border.
- Licensed customs brokerage
- Fully insured cargo
- Secure chain of custody
Since 2007Trusted freight partner
About Us
Two decades moving the world's cargo, simply
Simple Global Shipping was built on a single idea — that international shipping should feel effortless for the businesses that depend on it. From our hub at OR Tambo International Airport, we connect South African enterprise to a worldwide network of carriers, ports and trade lanes.
We combine deep forwarding expertise with rigorous customs compliance, acting as the one accountable partner behind every consignment our clients move by air, ocean and road.
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98.7%On-time delivery across all modes
Why Choose Us
Why global shippers trust Simple Global Shipping
- 01
Transparent pricing
Clear, all-in quotes with no hidden surcharges — you see every cost before you commit.
- 02
On-time, every time
Proactive routing and milestone tracking keep your cargo moving to schedule.
- 03
Insured & secure
Comprehensive cargo insurance and chain-of-custody controls, end to end.
- 04
Global network, local expertise
A worldwide reach run by people who know South African trade inside out.
- 05
24/7 dedicated support
Round-the-clock operations and a single point of contact, wherever your cargo is.
How It Works
From quote to delivery, fully managed
A clear, four-step journey — every shipment, every mode, every time.
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Tell us what, where and when. We return a clear, all-in quote and optimal routing — usually within two hours.
Collection & packing
We collect from your door or supplier and pack to international standards, then book carrier capacity.
Customs & transit
Our brokers clear customs while your cargo moves by the optimal mode, tracked at every milestone.
Delivery
Final-mile delivery to the destination, with proof of delivery and one accountable partner throughout.
Global Network & Client Stories
Trusted across South Africa and beyond
From our hub in Johannesburg, we move cargo along the world's key trade routes — and earn the trust of shippers worldwide.
5.0
Thabo MokoenaJohannesburg, South Africa
Simple Global Shipping transformed our import operation. Clearance times dropped and we finally have one team accountable for every shipment.
Sarah ReddyDurban, South Africa
Their air freight desk got an urgent consignment from Johannesburg to Frankfurt in under 48 hours. Communication was flawless from start to finish.
Daniel van WykCape Town, South Africa
We scaled exports into five new markets with confidence. The visibility and customs expertise are genuinely enterprise-grade.
Amara OkaforLagos, Nigeria
Reliable ocean schedules, transparent pricing and a coordinator who actually answers the phone. That reliability is why we stay.
Lerato DlaminiPretoria, South Africa
From quote to delivery, everything was handled professionally. They've become our preferred freight partner across the region.
James CarterLondon, United Kingdom
Smooth imports from Johannesburg every single month. Responsive team, clear paperwork and no surprises on cost.
Trust & Compliance
Proudly accredited & certified
Recognised and approved by the bodies that set the standard for safe, compliant global logistics.
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Speak to a freight specialist about rates, routings and customs. We respond within two hours.
- Mobile+27 74 823 1100
- Office+27 11 524 6284
- Emailinfo@simpleglobal.co.za
- Head officeOR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg