Customs Clearing, Freight Forwarding & Transport across South Africa.
Your anchor in rough seas — founder-led logistics across South Africa and its regional trade corridors. Built on 45 years of experience, delivered through people you can actually reach.
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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