New Customs bill expected to generate major growth

CHC Resources has geared up its Durban logistics hub for the expected growth in volumes when the new customs bill comes into effect later this year. The company has built an additional 6 000sqm warehouse capable of handling 60-100 containers a day, sales manager Lee Viljoen told FTW. “The new bill will require customers to provide clearance at the first port of entry (Durban) and will drastically increase inspections and container unpacking,” said Viljoen. CHC has partnered with a major player in the global market to grow its government inspections and detained container market, she said. “Our new entry into that market has been a highlight for us over the past year and this new partnership will give the group the global experience and the opportunity to grow this division,” she said. Improving efficiency levels and driving customer service are essential to unlocking growth and with that in mind CHC has set up training centres at all its offices throughout South Africa – Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth – encouraging staff participation. CAPTION Lee Viljoen… poised for growth.