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Monday 08:30 - 16:30 Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30 Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30 Thursday 08:30 - 16:30 Friday 08:30 - 16:00

Federal Clearing & Forwarding co - Pty Ltd, 42 Cole Street Observatory, Cape Town (2026)

Name: Federal Clearing & Forwarding co - Pty Ltd
Address: 42 Cole Street Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, ZA
Telephone: +27214485043

Federal Clearing & Forwarding is a medium-sized freight forwarding and customs clearing agency with branches in Observatory, Cape Town; Kempton Park, Johannesburg and Victoria Embankment, Durban. Started in 1969 by our late parents Federal Clearing has always been a family business and, naturally, we are proud of who we are and where we come from. Now managed by 3 siblings Federal Clearing is not

just another company – we differentiate ourselves from our competitors by our strong values, our ability to build long-lasting relationships and our personal service. Over the years we have developed trusted business partnerships (with both clients and suppliers). We take the long-term view – steady, dependable and in it for the long run. At Federal Clearing we’ve always seen our staff as extended family. With owners/managers leading the company and committed loyal staff, we guarantee a professional and personal service. We place strong emphasis on being a family business and like to think we combine the best of both. Family: traditional values and people who care for our customers. Business: commercially orientated to make the relationship win-win.

15/07/2026

The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS), in partnership with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), has announced that the implementation of the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) Programme for certain unregulated products imported from the People's Republic of China has been temporarily suspended. This decision follows comments received through the World Trade Organization (WTO) Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) process and feedback from industry stakeholders.

During the suspension, all implementation activities including exporter registration, inspections, verification, certification, and programme readiness have been placed on hold while further consultations are conducted. Stakeholders are encouraged to continue submitting comments and recommendations, which will be considered alongside WTO member feedback, diplomatic engagements, and implementation considerations. The review will also assess the potential expansion of the programme beyond China to ensure a transparent, fair, non-discriminatory, and internationally aligned framework.

Existing South African import, customs, and regulatory requirements remain unchanged. SABS and the dtic reaffirm their commitment to implementing a PVoC Programme that strengthens quality assurance, consumer protection, regulatory compliance, fair trade, and the facilitation of legitimate trade through continued stakeholder engagement.

11/06/2026

Important Notice: We wish to inform you of a security matter regarding our payment information.

Please be advised that we have not changed our bank details. We have become aware that fraudulent bank details are being circulated by an unauthorised party, and we ask you to remain vigilant.

Please do not make any payments to new or amended bank account details unless you have independently verified them directly with us using your usual contact details.

If you receive any communication claiming that our bank details have changed, please contact us before making payment.

We apologise for any concern this may cause and appreciate your cooperation in helping us prevent fraud.

12/05/2026

Please ensure when unpacking cargo from the contianer that all dunnage, debris and contamination is completely removed. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in additional costs being levied by the shipping line.

Residues should be cleaned by customers before empty containr is returned to terminals, depots and/or rail ramps.

Shipping lines have recently reported that empty containers arrived with goods or residues inside. Such containers would not only be shipped back to POL as requested by Customs, but also incur additional time-consuming procedures and charges including customs penalty, slottage, handling, storage, etc

Based on the past returning-cargo cases, average cost is over USD 2,000.00 per unit and it would be recorded by Customs. If similar cases continuously occur, punitive actions such as more inspections for empty containers will be taken by Customs which would incur extra cost.

To avoid above-mentioned circumstances, please ensure that no goods or debris is left in containers before returning to terminals or depots.

04/03/2026

Following the recent military escalation in the Middle East and the subsequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the global maritime landscape in the area has suddenly changed. Major shipping companies have announced possible suspensions, delays, alteration of routings-schedules in the area.

Several countries including Iran, Israel, Qatar, UAE, Iraq, Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait have closed or heavily restricted their airspace. Over 4,000 flights have reportedly been canceled, and major Gulf hubs are heavily affected.

Get in touch with us if you have any cargo to/via the Middle East.

30/01/2026

Chinese New Year starts on 17 February 2026 and ends on 03 March 2026.

Chinese factories and our freight partners shut down over the Chinese New Year holidays, therefore, trucking deliveries and collections will be affected over this time, causing signifigant delays.

If you have any upcoming shipments to/from China, we recommend that you speak to us as soon as possible to facilitate your shipping prior to the holiday period.

01/12/2025

The Federal Clearing team would like to thank you for your support this year. We look forward to working with you in 2026 and beyond.

To ensure smooth planning over the festive period, please note that our offices will be closed on the following public holidays:

16 December 2025 - Day of Reconciliation
25 December 2025 - Christmas Day
26 December 2025 - Day of Goodwill
01 January 2026 - New Years Day

Year-end operating hours:
On 24 December and 31 December, we will close at 12:30.

For urgent or time-sensitive cargo, please contact the FEDERAL CLEARING Import Team.

Address

42 Cole Street Observatory
Cape Town
7925

Opening Hours

Monday	08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 16:30
Thursday	08:30 - 16:30
Friday	08:30 - 16:00

Telephone

+27214485043

Website

http://www.fedclear.co.za/

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