FREIGHTSTATION is a professionally managed customs licensed depot and warehousing company established in 2015 to support the evolving logistics, freight, and supply chain industry in South Africa.
We specialize in customs inspections, bonded warehousing, container handling, cargo storage, and export logistics solutions for importers, exporters, shipping lines, and clearing agents.
Our strategic location within the Durban port precinct enables efficient cargo movement, reduced transport costs, and faster turnaround times for our clients.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Established in 2015 to support the changing logistics and freight industry
Fully licensed Customs Depot Facility
Customer-centric operational approach
End-to-end logistics and warehousing solutions
Bonded and non-bonded cargo handling
Cross-border cargo transit handling
Export packing and storage services
Continuous coordination with authorities and shipping lines
Focused on reducing delays and operational costs
OUR OPERATIONS
Customs Inspection & Container Handling
FREIGHTSTATION professionally manages inspections and related services required on containers stopped by:
SARS Customs
SAPS Border Police
NRCS
Other regulatory authorities
We ensure professional unpacking, repacking, safeguarding, and handling of cargo throughout the inspection process.
FACILITY & EQUIPMENT
The facility accommodates both:
Bonded Cargo
Non-Bonded Cargo
Key operational capabilities include:
Container unpacking and repacking
Cargo storage
Export packing
Cross-docking
Weighbridge services
Reach stacker operations
Forklift handling
24-hour container receiving
MODERN CONTAINER HANDLING FACILITY
Our operations are supported by modern cargo handling equipment and efficient yard management systems designed to reduce delays and improve cargo flow.
CORE SERVICES
BONDED WAREHOUSE SERVICES
IMPORTS
Cargo unpacking
Bonded storage
Cross-border cargo transfers
Commodity handling
Customs coordination
EXPORTS
Bulk cargo receiving
Cargo storage
Export packing
Container loading
Cargo bagging services
COMMODITIES HANDLED
Chrome
Anthracite
Logs
Project cargo
Bagged cargo
Yellow equipment
DEPOT & EXAMINATION SERVICES
DEPOT SERVICES
Container receiving
Daily tracking reports
Daily stock reporting
Overstay management
Secure storage solutions
EXAMINATION SERVICES
Inspection bookings with authorities
Seal breaking and cargo unpacking
Repacking and securing cargo
Inspection updates
Photographic reporting
Container release management
CUSTOMS & INSPECTION OPERATIONS
We maintain close communication with authorities, shipping lines, and clearing agents to ensure efficient inspections and reduced cargo dwell times.
STRATEGIC LOCATION
Facility Address
311 Solomon Mahlangu Drive
Rossburgh
Durban
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa
LOCATION BENEFITS
Within 5 km radius of Durban Port
Reduced transport costs
Faster cargo turnaround
Easy access to major transport routes
Reduced truck congestion and delays
Efficient port connectivity
PORT & LOGISTICS ENVIRONMENT
Our Durban-based operations position FREIGHTSTATION strategically within South Africa’s busiest container logistics corridor.
OPERATING HOURS
Service Hours
Depot Operations
Monday – Friday: 07h30 – 16h30
Saturday - 07h30 – 12h00
Sundays/Public Holidays - By Prior Arrangement
Container Receipts - 24/7/365
Extended Releases - Up to 22h00 weekdays by arrangement
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
CUSTOMER-FOCUSED SERVICE
We tailor our services around each client’s operational requirements.
FAST TURNAROUND TIMES
Same-day unpacking and repacking services minimize delays.
24-HOUR SECURITY
CCTV surveillance
Secure cargo monitoring
Controlled depot operations
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Two operational reach stackers
Sufficient forklifts and handling equipment
Streamlined operational procedures
Dedicated inspection coordination
DOCUMENTATION & REPORTING
Photographic cargo records
Accurate tally sheets
Detailed operational updates
OUR PEOPLE
The FREIGHTSTATION management team brings extensive experience in:
Shipping
Customs operations
Logistics
Freight forwarding
Supply chain management
Our employees are strategically selected and trained to ensure professional service delivery at all levels.
TRADING PARTNERS
Shipping Lines
ONE (Ocean Network Express)
COSCO
PIL
OOCL
Hapag-Lloyd
Regulatory Authorities
SARS Customs
SAPS Border Police
NRCS
Other regulatory authorities
CONTACT DETAILS
FREIGHTSTATION
311 Solomon Mahlangu Drive
Rossburgh
Durban
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa
Telephone: +27 87 7000 642 / +27 31 4650031
Fax: +27 86 610 1993
Email: info@fssa.co.za
CONTACT PERSON
Ash Boodram
Managing Director
Mobile: +27 83 290 8080
Vimlan Gounden
Director
Mobile: +27 84 786 0314
Professional logistics solutions designed to support efficient global trade and cargo movement.