Growing volumes of high-value cargo demand increased security at depots and warehouses, which is why key handover points in the logistical supply chain are more important than ever, says Willie Nel, ZacPak managing director. “Poor industry standards of packaging and the unnecessary handling of poorly packaged goods create risk in the supply chain,” he says. Clients are increasingly being advised to shrinkwrap, palletise or crate highend items, even though it increases the cost, he adds. “In the long term it makes sense.” According to Nel retailers appear to be bringing in more high-end consumer goods - and that trend is likely to continue. Air freight director Stephen Bishop says air freight is often a target for criminal elements which is why training is so important – and the company puts a lot of effort into educating clients and staff, he adds. We contract a third party to help mitigate our risk and to ensure our staff are regularly trained and qualified to handle certain cargo.”
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Clients are increasingly being advised to shrinkwrap, palletise or crate high-end items. – Willie Nel