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Technical Proposal
on
CLEARING/FORWARDING/DISTRIBUTION/COURIER & REMOVAL SERVICES
by and between
Swiss Freight & Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd (ALN)
P O Box 300
Morwa Village
Morwa
Plot 22039, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone
Tel: +267 71379775, +267 73550965
Fax: +267 3185944
e-mail: swissfreight@gmail.com
Contact: Ligson
and
The Customer
Attention: Logistics/Transportation/Customs Clearing Teams
Proposal Compiled by:
Ligson L Ndebele
for/Swiss Freight & Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd
at Gaborone on this 26th day February 2016
PROPRIETARY SWISS FREIGHTS & TRANSPORT LOGISTICS
INFORMATION
The content of this document is to be considered private and confidential and must not be
disclosed to any third party without SWISS `s written approval.
COMPANY PROFILE
Name of Business : Swiss Freights & Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd
(Africa Logistics Network) member
Postal address : P O Box 300, Morwa Village, Morwa
Physical address :Plot 22039, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone
The Republic of Botswana
Telephone Numbers : +267 71379775 +267 73550965, Fax: +267 3185944
e-mail address : swissfreight@gmail.com
Date of Incorporation : 27th
October, 2009
Form of Incorporation : Proprietary Limited
Incorporation Number : C02009/8899
Bonded Warehouse No. : BWA OS 1204
Tax Payer Identification No. : C102973-01-01-9
Tax Clearance Certificate : 2010/009076
Registered Office : Plot 22039, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone,
Bankers : Banc ABC, Game City Branch, Branch Code
550467
Account No : 1864043560701, Swift Code, FMBZBWGA
Company Secretaries : Postalink Business Consult
P O Box 3252, Gaborone
Telephone +267 73513505
Number of Personnel : 13 (thirteen)
Ownership of the Company : 100% locally owned entrepreneur
Directors : Mr. Thuto Samuel Ramotlatsi
: Ms. Kamogelo Lopang
TECHNICAL PROPOSAL
we are as tough as your toughest shipment!!!
We love complicated, never-been-done situations. Even if it has been done, we are eager
to develop innovative, reliable solutions that produce the best all-round results. We
simply take the time to understand your requirements and ask the right questions before
putting our expertise to work for you.
Whether your delivery requirement is one-time shot or on going, we are here to serve you
any day, any time, any place.
Swiss Freight is a small freight forwarding company in Gaborone. Innovators but not
risk-takers, we think outside the box while assessing the most reliable ways to make our
customers successful. As Customs Clearing & Freight Forwarding Brokers we specialize
in delivering the best solutions available-especially the ``never been done before``
challenges.
Guided by a philosophy of dealing with others the way we want to be treated, Swiss
management and employees work to earn your trust and loyalty. Whether it is a one-time
need or an ongoing requirement, your objective becomes our priority. If there is a legal
way around a roadblock, we will take it. If a problem arises that can not be solved, we
will reveal the facts so that you can prepare as needed.
We are gratified that a diligent, straightforward approach to business is as rewarding to
our clients and vendors as it is to us, we reckon that our grass root company will grow
primarily through referrals to become a leading enterprise in the near future. We take
pride in our ability to provide custom logistics and shipping services to clients
nationwide, regional and international.
With offices in Gaborone and several network agents and professional transporters,
Swiss Freight offers a full range of transportation and logistics services designed to meet
the expanding needs of our customers` changing markets. Swiss Freight` state-of-the-art
systems architecture, supports all of its varied services, from air and ocean freight
forwarding to logistics management and consulting while at the same time, providing the
customer with unprecedented shipment visibility.
Recently founded Swiss freight has established itself as a premier, service-oriented
transportation company with a long-standing specialization in several industries and
objectives are to actively expand our offices and refine our services in the region, to
serve time-sensitive manufacturing and retail industries throughout Botswana, SADC,
Asia, Europe, and America by providing diverse logistics applications with an overriding
attention to service, reliability and cost efficiency. In a world of increasingly demanding
markets and global complexity, Swiss Freight goal is simple
To make its customers` logistics networks a competitive advantage.
To archive this goal, Swiss Freight has focused its investment and core competencies into
three distinct areas.
Information Technology
Reliable Service-oriented freight forwarding services
Logistics management and consulting
Swiss freight investment in information technology has paved the way for the
development of an information network which transcends simple freight tracking
applications to a system that allows visibility throughout the entire logistics process.
Designed as a flexible, customized tool for managing the overall supply chain, Swiss
freight monitors shipments from purchase order generation to delivery to the end
customer with on-line visibility, real-time status reports via internet email and a wide
variety of ad hoc reporting formats.
In its air and ocean forwarding services, Swiss freight has made a commitment to
thoroughly understanding its customers` needs and establishing long-term partnerships
with both air and ocean carriers that exceed those requirements, while maintaining cost
competitiveness, we are establishing ourselves as a leader in the freight forwarding
industry.
Independent Customs clearing, consulting and logistics management company within,
Swiss Freight develops and manages specialized services to meet complex clearing,
distribution and logistics requirements. In addition, the company provides consultative,
analytical and research support to assist Swiss freight customers. Services provided by
Swiss Freight are by necessity and customer specific.
From humble origins Swiss freight has established itself as the captains of the freight
industry in providing freight forwarding and logistics services designed to meet
customer` changing needs and helping to facilitate world trade.
While continuing to seek service enhancements and wider market penetration, our
current focus is on developing and managing specialized services to meet the clientele
requirements and we have forged strong strategic alliances with local and regionally
strong professional partners.
These partnerships have been developed very care fully and are long lasting and this
collective network enables us to offer competitively priced global transport solutions,
combining market coverage as wide as any multinational competitor whilst retaining the
advantage of genuine local market knowledge.
Swiss Freight offers full fiscal representation, market intelligence and the following
services:
SWISS FREIGHTS OVERVIEW SERVICES
 Air, road and ocean freight
 Shipping
 Clearing & Forwarding
 Personal effects and Household removals
 Full Customs brokerage service-including advice on customs procedures and
rates of duty
 Storage and warehousing
 Bonded warehousing
 Comprehensive Marine Insurance
 DTI customs clearing system through our in-house Agent (Vin-Cathy Freight
Services (Pty) Ltd
EXPORT SERVICES
We provide comprehensive international air, ocean and multimodal forwarding services
to meet the different transit times, costs and services requirements of our customers.
Airfreight shipments are expedited to worldwide destinations on direct airline basis at
SSK airport via Johannesburg, RSA or as part of our regular consolidations, both ocean
shipments on a wide choice of conference and non conference carriers.
Through our net-work agencies, we offer several export branches through out Botswana
and South Africa covering the main commercial and industrial centers of the region. We
also provide a road bond facility for bonded consignments moving by trucks from South
Africa.
EXPORT DOCUMENTATION AND REQUIREMENTS
we will assist when ever possible in the preparation of all documents to speedily and
effectively move your shipments. At your request Customs clearance is available both at
origin and destination. Additionally, where documents have to be sent to the overseas
buyer, we can arrange this through a reputable courier service, thus enabling the
documents to reach the consignee in a timely fashion.
Provision by client; letter of instruction along with the supplier `s invoice and other
relevant documents, certain countries require certificates of origin and thus depending
upon the commodity, healthy and veterinary certificates.
IMPORTS SERVICES
We handle all import procedures in Botswana, including Customs Clearance for road,
air and ocean freight.
Following the decision of Customs & Excise to computerize formalities, we have moved
very fast on the track to computerize all our Customs brokering activities to permit the
expeditions, handling and processing of entries through Customs thus our in-house
Clearing agent Vin-Cathy Freight Services is on electronic Customs Clearing systems.
(DTI)
Various operational programs have been designed to offer customers quick response to
the status of their clearances as well as providing consolidated status report covering
activities from receipt of documents to delivery at the consignee `s door.
IMPORTS DOCUMENTATION AND REQUIREMENTS
We will expedite imports into the country by ensuring that correct documentation
accompanies each shipment.
OCEAN FREIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Original Commercial Invoice (pro-forma invoices are prohibited)
Original Bill of Lading
Packing lists only where necessary
Certificate of origin only where necessary
Import permit/certificate only where necessary
AIRFREIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Original commercial invoice (pro-forma invoices are prohibited)
Master Airway bill (MAWB)
Packing lists only where necessary
Certificate of origin only where necessary
Import permit/certificate only where necessary
In case of all donations, Government and its respective Departments shipments – rebate
certificates are required to ensure Duty exemption and prompt release of goods through
Botswana Customs.
For pre-clearance, fax copies of the same are required to start the clearance process.
CARGO HANDLING AND FREIGHT FORWARDING/- SUMMARY
SWISS specializes in world wide movement of cargo, with no size or weight restrictions
and serves key industries including the aerospace, automotive, healthy care, electronics,
fashion, manufacturing industries and Government Parastatals & Departments, we can
design any business requirements by integrating any combination of our aforementioned
services.
SWISS act as an integrator of material and transportation management services and
information in order to provide best-in-class solutions for our clients. Our focus brings
practical industrial experience and hands-on management of our customer’s global
supply chain requirements.
SWISS can and shall supply all management, competent supervisors, labor, equipment,
facilities, consumable items, transport and each and every item of expense, necessary for
the provision of clearing and forwarding services to aviation industry, (hereafter
referred to as service)
SWISS shall be required to enter into an agreement with the aviation client for
transportation and clearing of all or some shipments.
We understand what is necessary to serve customers both as corporations and as
individual business entities, hence we avail and provide committed people, resources,
facilities, systems and moreover the experience necessary to meet the challenges of the
21st
century and beyond.
SWISS shall ensure that all incoming goods especially imported goods are cleared within
48 to 72hrs of arrival at the port of destination and shall be delivered to the final
destination within 12hrs thereafter.
SWISS recognizes the need to provide a reliable service, however transit times are
approximate and based on our experience of the market, Swiss freight will make every
attempt to meet the proposed transit times, however occasionally bad weather, technical
problems, non availability of documents & information or departure cancellations may
delay shipments, should this happen we will do our best to keep you informed of any
delay of any kind to your shipment.
SWISS would always consider it, an important part of the review process to monitor and
discuss our transit time performance.
Goods for shipping shall be packaged, packed and palletized properly before being
dispatched and all shipping documentation such as airway bill, bill of lading, packing
list and commercial invoices issued by the shipper to carrier, customs and consignee,
serving the purposes of identifying detail information of package count, product count,
measurement of each package, weight of each package and commercial invoice, etc…
shall be included with the shipment.
Should SWISS be successful in your preferred services provided, we will consider it a
high priority to meet with the respective aviation client; logistics staffs to ensure all
individual requirements and operational issues are addressed.
SWISS shall measure and weigh all consignments, before shipping and be able to give the
gross weight in kilograms of shipments, including the weight of moisture content,
wrappings, crates, boxes and containers.
The shipping shall be in accordance with Incortems 2002, maintained by the
international Chamber of Commerce to define which parties incur what costs and at
what specific points the costs are incurred.
SWISS provides insurance certificate to assure the consignee that insurance is provided
to cover loss or damage to the cargo while in transit, Swiss Freight is happy to provide
insurance certificates where appropriate and please note that all cargo shall be charged
an agreed percentage of the declared replacement value with an agreed minimum.
(where a customer has requested for a cover)
SWISS can provide Import permits which is required and issued by some national
Government authorizing the importation of goods for customs clearance at an agreed
rate.
SWISS can as above provide export permits authorizing exports of specific goods of
specific quantities to particular destinations.
SWISS without exception notifies the consignee of the shipment by confirming with the
consignee the shipment date, expected date of arrival, airway bill number, and or the
flight number where possible.
SWISS shall pre-alert in advance all the respective offices around the globe for all the
shipments which emanated from its Botswana offices.
SWISS staff shall without failure advise of all shipment arrivals, requesting clearance
instruction if required to do so by the consignee.
WHAT ENABLES US TO PLAY OUR ROLE EFFECTIVELY
We have
 300m2 of warehouse in Gaborone West Industrial for storage and handling
facilities
 Bonded warehouse
 35m2 of office space
 A fleet of sub contracted trucks
 An open bonded warehouse facilities in Gaborone and Johannesburg
OUR SOUTHERN AFRICAN REGIONAL SPREAD
We are in partnership with the following for specific services;
In-house Clearing Agent
Vin-Cathy Freight Services (Pty) Ltd, P O Box 20079, Bontleng, Gaborone, Botswana
Plot 25001, Unit 8, Maakgadingau Road, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone
The above specializes in documentation, customs clearing, processing, consultancy,
customs matters and forwarding.
Namibia and South
Africa
Africa Logistic Network Members
Europe & the International Net-Work
Africa Logistic Network Members
Through Africa logistic Network, we have a net-work of offices around the globe and
they take care of our International net-work system, you name any place around the
world, we will deliver your cargo or procure it there without any hassle.
AVIATION CLIENTS
 Paper & Printing Industry
 Manufacturing Industry
 Automotive Industry
 Wholesales & Retailers
 General cargo & merchandise
ACCOUNTS
In return for the satisfactory provision of the service, the aviation client shall pay Swiss
Freight as agreed.
SWISS shall supply monthly statements for the goods delivered and will present them to
the aviation client representative for review
SWISS shall supply monthly summary billing and backup documentation in accordance
with the aviation client requirements.
Please note that SWISS FREIGHT payment terms are strictly 30 days from date of invoice
or if preferred from date of statement (this applies to account holders only) and third
party charges will be paid on demand that is e.g. Customs duties, VAT, storage,
demurrage, warehousing, penalties or any other Government levy which may be
applicable.
The aviation client or its representative is entitled to query, whether the quantity and or
the amount referred to in the statement, if after such inquiry, they are not reasonably
satisfied that any goods so recorded have been delivered such amounts shall be deleted
from the statement, before they approve the amount payable to SWISS FREIGHT.
All accounts in respect of the remuneration and disbursements which are payable to the
Tenderer are normally paid within 30 days after receipt of a statement or a valid tax
invoice.
SWISS shall issue and submit a tax invoice, in original each before the 25th
of the month
for payment by the next month to the aviation client or as per the agreed terms with the
client.
SWISS FREIGHT `S sequential tax invoice shall be fully detailed and shall include but not
limited by the following:
 The amounts now claimed with VAT indicated separately
 Proof of deliveries or delivery notes signed by duly authorized persons or any such
documentation as may be required for back up purposes.
The aviation client shall reserve the decision to make provisional payments on an invoice
in dispute pending reconciliation and audit of the total charges.
The aviation client shall reserve the right to request SWISS FREIGHT to breakdown the
invoiced amount to each category of payment for accounting purposes.
CONCLUSION
SWISS is fully equipped to offer you a comprehensive service for all your clearing and
forwarding requirements, at the same time offering you many cost saving benefits,
however of prime importance is the establishment of a close working relationship with
you.
SWISS are constantly revising and improving systems and methods in order to keep in
line with all the developments which are continuously taking place in our industry,
SWISS is therefore able to offer you a tailor-made service which will meet all your
present and future requirements.
This can be achieved by a company where service “is our business” for this reason we
have not separated our operational functions and all other aspects of our organization
are housed under one roof at Plot 25001, Unit 8, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone,
Botswana.
SWISS is devoted exclusively to the movement of cargo, it provides a comprehensive
door-to-door for consignments of various sizes by sea, air, rail and road, to and from any
where in the world and through out Botswana.
SWISS `s commitment is to provide a superior domestic and international service,
ensuring that the client enjoys the efficient, cost effective service at all times.
Our teams of skilled people are dedicated to understanding and satisfying our clients
requirements and are always ready to support them in achieving their business goals.
Years of experience in the freight industry ensures that our clients enjoy the benefits of
dealing with a well established company with a proven track record.
Our Mission
We are committed to become the market leader in the high-speed cargo transportation
business. To achieve and maintain our leadership position, we will always move ahead of
the competition, constantly strive for excellence and go beyond our customers`
expectations.
Top Quality
Punctuality, Efficiency, Accuracy and Reliability are the major attributes of our top-
quality service, achieved through our team of dedicated professionals and the powerful
on-line processing system.
Best value
By combining top quality with the most competitive pricing, we provide our customers
with the best value for their money.
Total Commitment
Our ultimate commitments are to reach the highest level of service through
professionalism and continuous improvement and to provide opportunities for our people
to develop their potential and to grow with the company.
One of Swiss Freight` s roles as a Freight and Logistics agent is to provide
comprehensive communication, since many parties are involved in the movement of any
over seas sourced shipments. These parties are suppliers, overseas agents, shipping
lines, brokers, port agents, port authorities, road and rail transporters, Customs
authorities, banks [e.g.. where letters of credit are involved] Insurance companies and
etc. Our role is thus to interact closely with different parties involved in the process, to
ensure the smooth flow of cargo and documentation. This close interaction enables us to
solve problems as they arise and also give constant feed back to the customer regarding
the status of their cargo.
Finally we are confident that with the above arrangement we will be able to offer your
company a seamless, professional and competent service for all your freight
requirements.
Thank You
For cost effective pricing please call us now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
REPRESANTATION
Australia Chile Germany Israel Pakistan Spain
Belgium China Hong Kong Italy Portugal
UAE
Brazil Cyprus India Jordan Quarter USA
Canada Egypt Indonesia Kenya Singapore
SADC
Canary Island, France Iran, Malaysia South Africa
Africa

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SWISS FREIGHT TECHNICAL PROPOSAL COMPANY PROFILE ALN

  • 1. Technical Proposal on CLEARING/FORWARDING/DISTRIBUTION/COURIER & REMOVAL SERVICES by and between Swiss Freight & Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd (ALN) P O Box 300 Morwa Village Morwa Plot 22039, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone Tel: +267 71379775, +267 73550965 Fax: +267 3185944 e-mail: swissfreight@gmail.com Contact: Ligson and The Customer Attention: Logistics/Transportation/Customs Clearing Teams Proposal Compiled by: Ligson L Ndebele for/Swiss Freight & Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd at Gaborone on this 26th day February 2016
  • 2. PROPRIETARY SWISS FREIGHTS & TRANSPORT LOGISTICS INFORMATION The content of this document is to be considered private and confidential and must not be disclosed to any third party without SWISS `s written approval. COMPANY PROFILE Name of Business : Swiss Freights & Transport Logistics (Pty) Ltd (Africa Logistics Network) member Postal address : P O Box 300, Morwa Village, Morwa Physical address :Plot 22039, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone The Republic of Botswana Telephone Numbers : +267 71379775 +267 73550965, Fax: +267 3185944 e-mail address : swissfreight@gmail.com Date of Incorporation : 27th October, 2009 Form of Incorporation : Proprietary Limited Incorporation Number : C02009/8899 Bonded Warehouse No. : BWA OS 1204 Tax Payer Identification No. : C102973-01-01-9 Tax Clearance Certificate : 2010/009076 Registered Office : Plot 22039, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone, Bankers : Banc ABC, Game City Branch, Branch Code 550467 Account No : 1864043560701, Swift Code, FMBZBWGA Company Secretaries : Postalink Business Consult P O Box 3252, Gaborone Telephone +267 73513505 Number of Personnel : 13 (thirteen) Ownership of the Company : 100% locally owned entrepreneur
  • 3. Directors : Mr. Thuto Samuel Ramotlatsi : Ms. Kamogelo Lopang TECHNICAL PROPOSAL we are as tough as your toughest shipment!!! We love complicated, never-been-done situations. Even if it has been done, we are eager to develop innovative, reliable solutions that produce the best all-round results. We simply take the time to understand your requirements and ask the right questions before putting our expertise to work for you. Whether your delivery requirement is one-time shot or on going, we are here to serve you any day, any time, any place. Swiss Freight is a small freight forwarding company in Gaborone. Innovators but not risk-takers, we think outside the box while assessing the most reliable ways to make our customers successful. As Customs Clearing & Freight Forwarding Brokers we specialize in delivering the best solutions available-especially the ``never been done before`` challenges. Guided by a philosophy of dealing with others the way we want to be treated, Swiss management and employees work to earn your trust and loyalty. Whether it is a one-time need or an ongoing requirement, your objective becomes our priority. If there is a legal way around a roadblock, we will take it. If a problem arises that can not be solved, we will reveal the facts so that you can prepare as needed. We are gratified that a diligent, straightforward approach to business is as rewarding to our clients and vendors as it is to us, we reckon that our grass root company will grow primarily through referrals to become a leading enterprise in the near future. We take pride in our ability to provide custom logistics and shipping services to clients nationwide, regional and international. With offices in Gaborone and several network agents and professional transporters, Swiss Freight offers a full range of transportation and logistics services designed to meet the expanding needs of our customers` changing markets. Swiss Freight` state-of-the-art systems architecture, supports all of its varied services, from air and ocean freight forwarding to logistics management and consulting while at the same time, providing the customer with unprecedented shipment visibility.
  • 4. Recently founded Swiss freight has established itself as a premier, service-oriented transportation company with a long-standing specialization in several industries and objectives are to actively expand our offices and refine our services in the region, to serve time-sensitive manufacturing and retail industries throughout Botswana, SADC, Asia, Europe, and America by providing diverse logistics applications with an overriding attention to service, reliability and cost efficiency. In a world of increasingly demanding markets and global complexity, Swiss Freight goal is simple To make its customers` logistics networks a competitive advantage. To archive this goal, Swiss Freight has focused its investment and core competencies into three distinct areas. Information Technology Reliable Service-oriented freight forwarding services Logistics management and consulting Swiss freight investment in information technology has paved the way for the development of an information network which transcends simple freight tracking applications to a system that allows visibility throughout the entire logistics process. Designed as a flexible, customized tool for managing the overall supply chain, Swiss freight monitors shipments from purchase order generation to delivery to the end customer with on-line visibility, real-time status reports via internet email and a wide variety of ad hoc reporting formats. In its air and ocean forwarding services, Swiss freight has made a commitment to thoroughly understanding its customers` needs and establishing long-term partnerships with both air and ocean carriers that exceed those requirements, while maintaining cost competitiveness, we are establishing ourselves as a leader in the freight forwarding industry. Independent Customs clearing, consulting and logistics management company within, Swiss Freight develops and manages specialized services to meet complex clearing, distribution and logistics requirements. In addition, the company provides consultative, analytical and research support to assist Swiss freight customers. Services provided by Swiss Freight are by necessity and customer specific. From humble origins Swiss freight has established itself as the captains of the freight industry in providing freight forwarding and logistics services designed to meet customer` changing needs and helping to facilitate world trade. While continuing to seek service enhancements and wider market penetration, our current focus is on developing and managing specialized services to meet the clientele
  • 5. requirements and we have forged strong strategic alliances with local and regionally strong professional partners. These partnerships have been developed very care fully and are long lasting and this collective network enables us to offer competitively priced global transport solutions, combining market coverage as wide as any multinational competitor whilst retaining the advantage of genuine local market knowledge. Swiss Freight offers full fiscal representation, market intelligence and the following services: SWISS FREIGHTS OVERVIEW SERVICES  Air, road and ocean freight  Shipping  Clearing & Forwarding  Personal effects and Household removals  Full Customs brokerage service-including advice on customs procedures and rates of duty  Storage and warehousing  Bonded warehousing  Comprehensive Marine Insurance  DTI customs clearing system through our in-house Agent (Vin-Cathy Freight Services (Pty) Ltd EXPORT SERVICES We provide comprehensive international air, ocean and multimodal forwarding services to meet the different transit times, costs and services requirements of our customers. Airfreight shipments are expedited to worldwide destinations on direct airline basis at SSK airport via Johannesburg, RSA or as part of our regular consolidations, both ocean shipments on a wide choice of conference and non conference carriers. Through our net-work agencies, we offer several export branches through out Botswana and South Africa covering the main commercial and industrial centers of the region. We also provide a road bond facility for bonded consignments moving by trucks from South Africa. EXPORT DOCUMENTATION AND REQUIREMENTS we will assist when ever possible in the preparation of all documents to speedily and effectively move your shipments. At your request Customs clearance is available both at origin and destination. Additionally, where documents have to be sent to the overseas
  • 6. buyer, we can arrange this through a reputable courier service, thus enabling the documents to reach the consignee in a timely fashion. Provision by client; letter of instruction along with the supplier `s invoice and other relevant documents, certain countries require certificates of origin and thus depending upon the commodity, healthy and veterinary certificates. IMPORTS SERVICES We handle all import procedures in Botswana, including Customs Clearance for road, air and ocean freight. Following the decision of Customs & Excise to computerize formalities, we have moved very fast on the track to computerize all our Customs brokering activities to permit the expeditions, handling and processing of entries through Customs thus our in-house Clearing agent Vin-Cathy Freight Services is on electronic Customs Clearing systems. (DTI) Various operational programs have been designed to offer customers quick response to the status of their clearances as well as providing consolidated status report covering activities from receipt of documents to delivery at the consignee `s door. IMPORTS DOCUMENTATION AND REQUIREMENTS We will expedite imports into the country by ensuring that correct documentation accompanies each shipment. OCEAN FREIGHT REQUIREMENTS Original Commercial Invoice (pro-forma invoices are prohibited) Original Bill of Lading Packing lists only where necessary Certificate of origin only where necessary Import permit/certificate only where necessary AIRFREIGHT REQUIREMENTS Original commercial invoice (pro-forma invoices are prohibited) Master Airway bill (MAWB) Packing lists only where necessary Certificate of origin only where necessary Import permit/certificate only where necessary In case of all donations, Government and its respective Departments shipments – rebate certificates are required to ensure Duty exemption and prompt release of goods through Botswana Customs. For pre-clearance, fax copies of the same are required to start the clearance process.
  • 7. CARGO HANDLING AND FREIGHT FORWARDING/- SUMMARY SWISS specializes in world wide movement of cargo, with no size or weight restrictions and serves key industries including the aerospace, automotive, healthy care, electronics, fashion, manufacturing industries and Government Parastatals & Departments, we can design any business requirements by integrating any combination of our aforementioned services. SWISS act as an integrator of material and transportation management services and information in order to provide best-in-class solutions for our clients. Our focus brings practical industrial experience and hands-on management of our customer’s global supply chain requirements. SWISS can and shall supply all management, competent supervisors, labor, equipment, facilities, consumable items, transport and each and every item of expense, necessary for the provision of clearing and forwarding services to aviation industry, (hereafter referred to as service) SWISS shall be required to enter into an agreement with the aviation client for transportation and clearing of all or some shipments. We understand what is necessary to serve customers both as corporations and as individual business entities, hence we avail and provide committed people, resources, facilities, systems and moreover the experience necessary to meet the challenges of the 21st century and beyond. SWISS shall ensure that all incoming goods especially imported goods are cleared within 48 to 72hrs of arrival at the port of destination and shall be delivered to the final destination within 12hrs thereafter. SWISS recognizes the need to provide a reliable service, however transit times are approximate and based on our experience of the market, Swiss freight will make every attempt to meet the proposed transit times, however occasionally bad weather, technical problems, non availability of documents & information or departure cancellations may delay shipments, should this happen we will do our best to keep you informed of any delay of any kind to your shipment. SWISS would always consider it, an important part of the review process to monitor and discuss our transit time performance. Goods for shipping shall be packaged, packed and palletized properly before being dispatched and all shipping documentation such as airway bill, bill of lading, packing list and commercial invoices issued by the shipper to carrier, customs and consignee, serving the purposes of identifying detail information of package count, product count, measurement of each package, weight of each package and commercial invoice, etc… shall be included with the shipment.
  • 8. Should SWISS be successful in your preferred services provided, we will consider it a high priority to meet with the respective aviation client; logistics staffs to ensure all individual requirements and operational issues are addressed. SWISS shall measure and weigh all consignments, before shipping and be able to give the gross weight in kilograms of shipments, including the weight of moisture content, wrappings, crates, boxes and containers. The shipping shall be in accordance with Incortems 2002, maintained by the international Chamber of Commerce to define which parties incur what costs and at what specific points the costs are incurred. SWISS provides insurance certificate to assure the consignee that insurance is provided to cover loss or damage to the cargo while in transit, Swiss Freight is happy to provide insurance certificates where appropriate and please note that all cargo shall be charged an agreed percentage of the declared replacement value with an agreed minimum. (where a customer has requested for a cover) SWISS can provide Import permits which is required and issued by some national Government authorizing the importation of goods for customs clearance at an agreed rate. SWISS can as above provide export permits authorizing exports of specific goods of specific quantities to particular destinations. SWISS without exception notifies the consignee of the shipment by confirming with the consignee the shipment date, expected date of arrival, airway bill number, and or the flight number where possible. SWISS shall pre-alert in advance all the respective offices around the globe for all the shipments which emanated from its Botswana offices. SWISS staff shall without failure advise of all shipment arrivals, requesting clearance instruction if required to do so by the consignee. WHAT ENABLES US TO PLAY OUR ROLE EFFECTIVELY We have  300m2 of warehouse in Gaborone West Industrial for storage and handling facilities  Bonded warehouse  35m2 of office space  A fleet of sub contracted trucks  An open bonded warehouse facilities in Gaborone and Johannesburg OUR SOUTHERN AFRICAN REGIONAL SPREAD We are in partnership with the following for specific services;
  • 9. In-house Clearing Agent Vin-Cathy Freight Services (Pty) Ltd, P O Box 20079, Bontleng, Gaborone, Botswana Plot 25001, Unit 8, Maakgadingau Road, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone The above specializes in documentation, customs clearing, processing, consultancy, customs matters and forwarding. Namibia and South Africa Africa Logistic Network Members Europe & the International Net-Work Africa Logistic Network Members Through Africa logistic Network, we have a net-work of offices around the globe and they take care of our International net-work system, you name any place around the world, we will deliver your cargo or procure it there without any hassle. AVIATION CLIENTS  Paper & Printing Industry  Manufacturing Industry  Automotive Industry  Wholesales & Retailers  General cargo & merchandise ACCOUNTS In return for the satisfactory provision of the service, the aviation client shall pay Swiss Freight as agreed. SWISS shall supply monthly statements for the goods delivered and will present them to the aviation client representative for review SWISS shall supply monthly summary billing and backup documentation in accordance with the aviation client requirements. Please note that SWISS FREIGHT payment terms are strictly 30 days from date of invoice or if preferred from date of statement (this applies to account holders only) and third
  • 10. party charges will be paid on demand that is e.g. Customs duties, VAT, storage, demurrage, warehousing, penalties or any other Government levy which may be applicable. The aviation client or its representative is entitled to query, whether the quantity and or the amount referred to in the statement, if after such inquiry, they are not reasonably satisfied that any goods so recorded have been delivered such amounts shall be deleted from the statement, before they approve the amount payable to SWISS FREIGHT. All accounts in respect of the remuneration and disbursements which are payable to the Tenderer are normally paid within 30 days after receipt of a statement or a valid tax invoice. SWISS shall issue and submit a tax invoice, in original each before the 25th of the month for payment by the next month to the aviation client or as per the agreed terms with the client. SWISS FREIGHT `S sequential tax invoice shall be fully detailed and shall include but not limited by the following:  The amounts now claimed with VAT indicated separately  Proof of deliveries or delivery notes signed by duly authorized persons or any such documentation as may be required for back up purposes. The aviation client shall reserve the decision to make provisional payments on an invoice in dispute pending reconciliation and audit of the total charges. The aviation client shall reserve the right to request SWISS FREIGHT to breakdown the invoiced amount to each category of payment for accounting purposes. CONCLUSION SWISS is fully equipped to offer you a comprehensive service for all your clearing and forwarding requirements, at the same time offering you many cost saving benefits, however of prime importance is the establishment of a close working relationship with you. SWISS are constantly revising and improving systems and methods in order to keep in line with all the developments which are continuously taking place in our industry, SWISS is therefore able to offer you a tailor-made service which will meet all your present and future requirements. This can be achieved by a company where service “is our business” for this reason we have not separated our operational functions and all other aspects of our organization are housed under one roof at Plot 25001, Unit 8, Gaborone West Industrial, Gaborone, Botswana.
  • 11. SWISS is devoted exclusively to the movement of cargo, it provides a comprehensive door-to-door for consignments of various sizes by sea, air, rail and road, to and from any where in the world and through out Botswana. SWISS `s commitment is to provide a superior domestic and international service, ensuring that the client enjoys the efficient, cost effective service at all times. Our teams of skilled people are dedicated to understanding and satisfying our clients requirements and are always ready to support them in achieving their business goals. Years of experience in the freight industry ensures that our clients enjoy the benefits of dealing with a well established company with a proven track record. Our Mission We are committed to become the market leader in the high-speed cargo transportation business. To achieve and maintain our leadership position, we will always move ahead of the competition, constantly strive for excellence and go beyond our customers` expectations. Top Quality Punctuality, Efficiency, Accuracy and Reliability are the major attributes of our top- quality service, achieved through our team of dedicated professionals and the powerful on-line processing system. Best value By combining top quality with the most competitive pricing, we provide our customers with the best value for their money. Total Commitment Our ultimate commitments are to reach the highest level of service through professionalism and continuous improvement and to provide opportunities for our people to develop their potential and to grow with the company. One of Swiss Freight` s roles as a Freight and Logistics agent is to provide comprehensive communication, since many parties are involved in the movement of any over seas sourced shipments. These parties are suppliers, overseas agents, shipping lines, brokers, port agents, port authorities, road and rail transporters, Customs
  • 12. authorities, banks [e.g.. where letters of credit are involved] Insurance companies and etc. Our role is thus to interact closely with different parties involved in the process, to ensure the smooth flow of cargo and documentation. This close interaction enables us to solve problems as they arise and also give constant feed back to the customer regarding the status of their cargo. Finally we are confident that with the above arrangement we will be able to offer your company a seamless, professional and competent service for all your freight requirements. Thank You For cost effective pricing please call us now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! REPRESANTATION Australia Chile Germany Israel Pakistan Spain Belgium China Hong Kong Italy Portugal UAE Brazil Cyprus India Jordan Quarter USA Canada Egypt Indonesia Kenya Singapore SADC Canary Island, France Iran, Malaysia South Africa Africa