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June 26, 2023

Update on SARS online portal experiencing challenges

SARS Online Portal – Update # 2 Dear valued client, Further to our notification sent on Friday, we hereby wish to provide you with an update regarding the situation… Air Freight Import: We are […]
July 24, 2023

Final update on SARS online portal experiencing challenges

SARS Online Portal – Update # 3 (Final Update) Dear valued client, With reference to our previous notifications sent regarding the SARS Online Portal challenges, we are happy to confirm that all seems to […]
July 24, 2023

We thank you for the great reviews on Google

Dear Valued Client, We are amazed at the great reviews we have received on Google. To each client who has participated thus far, thank you so much…   We truly appreciate you… !!  The satisfaction of our customers is and will […]
July 24, 2023

VAT NUMBER VALIDATION ON CUSTOMS CLEARANCE DECLARATION

24th July 2023 Dear valued client, We have recently received written communication from SARS re-iterating the need for registered entities to indicate their VAT registration number on all customs declarations submitted to SARS. Attached […]
August 30, 2023

Wishing our film clients all the best

To all our Film Clients, With spring on the way, it marks, amongst others, the start of the Film and Advertising (commercial) Season in Cape Town. Pioneer Freight have for many years been closely […]
October 9, 2023

Fuel Surcharge Adjustment

Dear valued client, Considering the recent fuel price adjustments and the direct impact that this has on all businesses, whether directly or indirectly, regrettably we have no alternative but to adjust our fuel surcharge […]
October 9, 2023

Pioneer Freight Newsflash

Our newsletters are designed to keep you informed and engaged with both our company and the broader industry. We cover key developments and trends across all modes and directions of cargo, ensuring you stay […]
October 9, 2023

Air Freight Exports – PEAK SEASON

Dear valued client, The Western Cape perishable EXPORT AIR FREIGHT season is now in full swing, thanks to the high demand for our Berries, Fish and Fresh-Cut Flowers in overseas markets. As a result, space for general cargo ex […]
March 7, 2024

Pioneer Freight Newsflash November 2023

Our newsletters are designed to keep you informed and engaged with both our company and the broader industry. We cover key developments and trends across all modes and directions of cargo, ensuring you stay […]
March 7, 2024

Festive Operating Hours 2023/2024

Dear valued client, Thank you for your continued support during 2023. We truly value and appreciate your business. With the Christmas Holiday and New Years celebrations a week or two away, we would hereby like to confirm […]
March 7, 2024

Landside Tariff Adjustments 2024

Dear Valued Customers and Partners, With two months of 2024 swiftly behind us, we look forward to the year ahead with much anticipation. It is also this time of year when 3rd party suppliers […]
May 17, 2024

Urgent Notice For Pioneer Freight Clients

Dear Valued Client, In a bid to keep all our clients and stakeholders informed of the current market, we feel it necessary to share current information which relates to the ocean freight market from […]
June 13, 2024

Pioneer Freight Clients Notice June 2024

Dear Valued Clients, In a recent release of The Container Port Performance Index of 2023, all the world’s container ports were ranked based on time that a vessel spends in various container ports. It […]
August 8, 2024

Our Bank Details – July 2024

Bank Account Information Please be advised that the bank account details for Pioneer Freight have not changed. Should you receive any communication in what seemingly appears to be an authentic email from one of our team […]
August 8, 2024

Pioneer Freight Client Notice – August 2024

Dear Valued Clients, With the current sea freight market as it stands, we have all felt the impact that the worldwide congestion has had on supply chains. Pioneer Freight would like to urge all […]
October 4, 2024

Peak Season:  Airfreight Exports

Early signs are that the airfreight industry in South Africa and globally will experience a forcible peak season in late 2024 which is already in full swing.  As a result, we are already experiencing […]
December 12, 2024

Festive Operating Hours 2024/2025

Dear Valued Clients and Partners, As we wrap up another year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients and partners. Your trust and collaboration have been key […]
February 26, 2025

Landside Tariff Adjustments 2025

Dear Valued Customers and Partners, Trusting you have settled into 2025. With the blink on an eye, we are almost in March month. We are at the point where 3rd party suppliers (Airlines, Shipping […]
April 30, 2025

Our Bank Details – 2025

Bank Account Information Please be advised that the bank account details for Pioneer Freight have not changed. Should you receive any communication in what seemingly appears to be an authentic email from one of our team […]
April 30, 2025

Carte Blanche Transnet Port Terminal Video 2025

Dear Valued Clients and Partners, It’s no secret that the South African ports are close to the worst performing in the world, and not to mention one of the most expensive. For those who […]
April 30, 2025

SARS REGISTRATION, LICENSING & ACCREDITATION (RLA) ENHANCEMENTS

Dear Valued Clients and Partners, The SARS “Customs Modernisation Journey” has gained significant momentum in recent months. “The main drive for the “new” phase Customs Modernisation is to focus on initiatives that can be […]
May 6, 2025

URGENT REMINDER RLA & VALIDATION OF VAT NUMBERS ON CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) continue to clamp down on all Importers & Exporters who have not yet completed the RLA (Registration, Licensing & Accreditation) process to renew and verify their Customs Codes. […]
September 2, 2025

Plan ahead: Golden Week 01–07 October

Golden Week (China) :  01/10 – 07/10 Please note that China’s Golden Week holiday will take place from 01–07 October. During this time, factories, shipping lines, and logistics providers across China will be closed or […]
October 6, 2025

Bank Account Information Oct 2025

Bank Account Information Please be advised that the bank account details for Pioneer Freight have not changed. Should you receive any communication in what seemingly appears to be an authentic email from one of our team […]