Our Services

Specialist Freight Forwarding for Complex & Regulated Cargo

Argo Freight provides end-to-end logistics for shipments that demand technical expertise, compliance knowledge, and operational precision. We don't do generic. We do complex.

Ocean Freight

FCL, LCL, and breakbulk across all major trade corridors.

Air Freight

Time-critical and DG-compliant air cargo worldwide.

Road & Multimodal

Last-mile delivery and cross-border road transport in Southern Africa.

Capabilities

Our Core Service Areas

Importer & Exporter of Record (IOR/EOR)

Argo Freight acts as the legal Importer or Exporter of Record in South Africa, enabling foreign companies, new entrepreneurs, and businesses without customs registration to trade legally and quickly.

IOR South AfricaCustoms registration assistanceAct as importer on behalf of client

Dangerous Goods — All Classes 1–9

Full IMO and IATA-compliant handling of all nine dangerous goods classes. One of the few forwarders capable of managing Class 1 (explosives) and Class 7 (radioactive) shipments with proper compliance documentation.

IMO cargoUN NumbersClass 1 explosives logistics

Lithium Battery Logistics

Specialist handling of UN 3480 (lithium-ion batteries) and UN 3481 (equipment containing lithium batteries) via sea and air freight, with particular expertise on the China–South Africa corridor.

UN 3480UN 3481Lithium battery air freight

Industrial & Out of Gauge (OOG) Projects

Oversized cargo, scientific infrastructure, and complex project logistics. Experience in high-security zones, radio frequency-sensitive environments, and multi-modal transport planning.

Oversized cargoProject logisticsOOG shipments

Drone & Dual-Use Cargo

Specialist logistics for drones, sensitive equipment, and dual-use technology subject to export controls. Compliance-aware handling from origin to destination.

Dual-use logisticsExport controlDrone shipping

Pre-Shipment Inspection & Cargo Tracking Certificates

Many African countries require Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI) and cargo tracking certificates such as ECTN, BSC, FERI, and CNCA before goods can clear customs. Argo manages the entire compliance process – so your shipment arrives without delays or penalties.

PSIECTN certificatePre-Shipment InspectionCargo Tracking Note

Crypto & Digital Currency Payments

Argo accepts USDT, USDC, and other stablecoins for freight payments. Instantaneous cross-border settlement with no banking delays.

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Need a logistics partner who understands complexity?

From dangerous goods like lithium batteries to regulatory compliance and remote trade lanes, Argo Freight has the expertise. Contact us for a quote within 24 hours.

Argo Freight works exclusively with registered businesses – our services are not designed for individuals.

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