Make global shipping easy with expert freight forwarding.
Trimel Shipping is a South African international freight forwarding company. We move air freight and ocean freight between South Africa and the world — import and export logistics, international cargo shipping and customs clearance, handled end to end by a senior forwarder with 45 years' experience.
International freight forwarding from South Africa.
Trimel Shipping is a Durban-based freight forwarding and international shipping company serving businesses nationwide — from first-time importers bringing in a single container to exporters and manufacturers moving global volumes every month.
Ocean freight, South Africa & worldwide
FCL and LCL sea freight between South African ports (Durban, Cape Town, Gqeberha) and China, India, Europe, the US and the Far East — competitive rates through trusted international partners.
International air freight
Time-critical air cargo in and out of OR Tambo, King Shaka and Cape Town International — consolidations, express uplift and door-to-door international shipping.
Customs clearance & compliance
SAD 500 lodgement with SARS, tariff classification, duty and VAT calculation, permits and rebate claims at every South African port of entry — on both imports and exports.
Import & export logistics
End-to-end international cargo shipping: supplier collection abroad, freight, clearing, port haulage and final delivery — plus cross-border corridors into SADC.
Please note: what we are not
Trimel Shipping is a business-to-business international freight forwarder. We are not a local courier or parcel service, not a domestic city-to-city transport company, not a general cargo or bakkie-load service, and we are not affiliated with Temu, Shein or any online marketplace — we cannot help with tracking or delivery of personal online orders.
A true logistics partner when things don't go to plan.
Founded in 2006 and based in Durban, Trimel Shipping is a founder-led logistics and customs clearing business providing integrated customs clearing, freight coordination, and transport solutions across South Africa and regional trade corridors.
The business is led by Dayalan Chetty, who brings over 45 years of experience gained at Ocean Air, Eagle Freight, Bidvest Panalpina, and DB Schenker.
Trimel supports importers, exporters, and manufacturers across the retail, manufacturing, packaging, and food sectors, with trusted freight partners in China and India.
Built on experience. Delivered through people.
Over 45 years in freight forwarding and customs clearing — from a pin to a lion. Experience spans Ocean Air, Bidvest, Eagle Freight, and DB Schenker. Driven by attention to detail and customer service.
17 years of marketing and commercial experience across global brands including KFC and Coca-Cola. Deep understanding of corporate environments, brand strategy, and customer relationships.
Proven experience across complex supply chains
More than a service provider. A true logistics partner.
Practical resources for South African importers.
Discover where you're overpaying — at no cost.
We review your full logistics chain to uncover immediate cost-saving opportunities — freight rates, FOB accuracy, duty structures, shipping line charges, and transport efficiency. You'll receive practical recommendations to optimise landed costs, improve compliance, and strengthen supply chain performance — with no obligation and clear commercial value from day one.
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