Duve says that due to the COVID-19 pandemic there has been limited space available on flights, as many of the carriers into Johannesburg and Cape Town cancelled a number of flights to South Africa. With reduced load capacity to South Africa, delays were experienced, and life support and essential goods took preference on all flights.
DACHSER South Africa offers cost-efficient solution for importers
“Due to demand, capacity has been very limited and prices shot up to exorbitant rates to get cargo or shipments moved via Air Freight. Supply chain capacity and costs will continue to be challenging throughout 2022, requiring deft management, effective communication and resourceful thinking from logistics providers. Fortunately, this continues to stabilise and we have a number of customers who benefit from the airfreight break bulk service.”