Transaction Carriers (Pty) Ltd T\A TAC and WATT Africa combine to create
Specialists in Cross Border Haulage
Overview
Transaction Carriers (Pty) Ltd is a leading logistics and transportation company operating within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. We specialize in cross-border transport services, primarily covering routes between South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Our operations are driven by two key divisions: Transaction Carriers (TAC) and WATT AFRICA.
Why Choose Us?
Transaction Carriers (Pty) Ltd offers a comprehensive, technology-driven logistics solution backed by regional expertise, a modern fleet, and a commitment to excellence. We provide reliable, safe, and effcient transportation services across Southern Africa, ensuring your cargo reaches its destination securely and on time.
Our Divisions
Transaction Carriers primarily operates between South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia and the DRC. We are SQAS accredited, highlighting our dedication to safely manage and transport hazardous cargo while adhering to the standards of occupational health and safety.
Transportation of full-load and consolidation services primarily between South Africa and Zimbabwe although also oering tautliners into Mozambique, Zambia and the DRC too. With our specialised tautliners and at-deck super-link trailers, we ensure reliable and timely deliveries with daily departures, averaging a 6 day
turnaround.
What We Offer
Certified Hazardous Cargo Transportation
We are fully certified by the Occupational Health and Safey department (SQAS accredited) for the safe transport and risk management of hazardous materials, ensuring the highest levels of safety and compliance.
Warehousing
We offer secure warehouse solutions primarily for our consolidated service into the region, focusing on Zimbabwe.
Specialised Transportation
We offer a growing fleet of step deck and abnormal trailers for yellow equipment and specialised machinery. Our flat deck business includes Tri-axles with varied lengths and Super-links in a 6/12m configuration. All Trailers feature air-ride suspension for smoother transport than spring suspensions.
In House Clearing Services
TAC , is a registered South African clearing agent that is able to handle all export and import clearance in and out of SA. Our dedicated and trained team manages clearance requirements and bonded entries. Our in-house clearing agent in Zimbabwe primarily handles consolidated load imports and any road or air import /export needs.
Advanced IT Systems
Our operations are supported by cutting edge IT systems that are continuously upgraded to keep pace with technological advancements and automation trends, ensuring seamless and efficient service delivery.
24/7 Control Room And Tracking Updates
All vehicles are equipped with real-time tracking units, monitored around the clock by our dedicated control room. This setup provides live updates and peace of mind for both management and customers, ensuring that cargo is always traceable and secure.
Proactive Operations Team
We have a highly dedicated operations team that swiftly address any issues requiring attention. Our team members undergo continuous training to refine their skills and improve service delivery guaranteeing the best possible customer experience.
In-House Driver Training School
Our in-house driving school offers continuous training for both new and existing drivers, focusing on road safety, load security, health and safety, and customer service just to name a few.
Our Fleet
Our combined TAC and WATT AFRICA fleet consists of 230 premium brand vehicles being either Volvo or Scania. All vehicles are purchased new and maintained under full dealership agreements, offering comprehensive service plans and 24-hour breakdown assistance. This enables us to primarily focus on Operational Effciencies as we hardly have to be involved on the mechanical aspects of workshops and breakdowns of the fleet due to the maintenance plan and the age of the trucks. Our workshop compliment looks after the trailer fleet which includes flat deck tri-axle, super-link, tautliner, step deck and quad axle abnormal trailers. We have an on-site tyre service provider for immediate support as and when required.
The above allows us to focus on Client Service, Operational Efficiency and IT Technology driven business as one of the market leaders.
Regional Infrastructure
Our well-established regional infrastructure include a primary depot in Johannesburg, South Africa and a secondary depot in Harare, Zimbabwe. Additionally, we operate support facilities in Beit Bridge, Chirundu, Lusaka and Kasumbulesa.
Experience That Counts
With over 20 years of experience in the Southern African transport industry, our management and senior staff possess deep regional expertise and a comprehensive understanding of cross border logistics. This experience ensures smooth operations and reliable service for our clients.
Creating Your Own Transport Solution
COMBINATIONS THAT WORK FOR YOU
Our clients benefit substantially from the transference of assets, skills, knowledge, and experience within the company.
The option of combining the movement of freight by road and rail from South Africa to numerous destinations in the Southern African region allows our clients an innovative and efficient alternative and, together with the option of cargo consolidations, particularly in respect of smaller consignments, means that all positions are covered.
OUR OFFERING
We take pride in the service offerings we have available to you; some of which include:
Transaction Carriers is fully certified by the Occupational Health and Safety system in the transportation and risk management of hazardous cargo and is an accredited Safety & Quality Assessment for Sustainability (SQAS) transporter.
All drivers are trained and certified by a registered authority for the carrying, loading, and offloading of hazardous cargo.
- All vehicles are fitted with multiple tracking units that use a combination of satellite, GSM and RF communication that enable our vehicles to be tracked anywhere in the region in real time. All vehicles are monitored both live and historically by a dedicated control room that operates 24 hours a day, giving management and customers essential feedback on the vehicles and loads and highlighting any non-compliance issues requiring immediate attention.
- Vehicles are fitted with fleet managment units which enable us to monitor and improve driving styles thereby increasing efficiencies, road safety, and safety of cargo.
- Our in-house driving school and instructors continually work with both existing and new drivers, refreshing and improving their skill sets. Some topics addressed include, but are not limited to: driving technique, road safety, health and safety, load security, customer interactions and requirements.
EXPERIENCE THAT COUNTS
Our management and senior staff have operated within the Southern African region for over 20 years and enjoy a sound knowledge and understanding of the region and its procedures. This allows for the smooth flow of both documentation and freight, giving you a reliable and efficient service you can count on.
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OUR DYNAMIC GROUP OF COMPANIES
CONTINUING TO MAKE HUGE INROADS INTO SOUTHERN AFRICA
ACTION ACROSS ALL SPHERES
Transaction Carriers (TAC) offers cross-border freight-management and transport services into Zambia and the DRC.
TAC has a very competitive footing in the market with 130 mechanical horses together with air-suspension trailers comprising primarily of super-links complemented by a growing fleet of tri-axles and step-deck trailers.
Our trucks and trailers are all purchased new from the manufacturers and recapitalised every 12 years to ensure that each vehicle is always on the manufacturers full maintenance contract whilst we are operating them.
The sheer reliability and efficiency of the fleet, together with the horse and trailer combinations, make it extremely suitable for a wide range of general breakbulk cargo as well as containers, abnormals and hazardous commodities into Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
THE WHO’S WHO IN LOGISTICS
Warehouse and Total Transport Solutions
Watt Africa specialises in consolidated and full load transportation to Zimbabwe. We have a growing fleet of 30 trucks that consists of vehicles from 12 to 34 tons. Our vehicles are purchased new from the manufactures and recapitalised every 12 years, as is the TAC fleet. Our fleet consists of closed tautliner vehicles and flat deck superlinks. Our tautliners, used primarily for consolidated and high-volume cargo, are fully enclosed which enhances the overall security of the cargo while minimising exposure to the elements.
Every week, five to seven of our consolidated vehicles are despatched from South Africa to Zimbabwe with an average transit time of six days. In addition to these consol loads, we also have full trucks loading from our warehouse and various suppliers. We make use of our own dedicated warehouse which has sufficient space and equipment to receive cargo and ensure it is securely packaged and stored for transportation to Zimbabwe. We have a dedicated operations and warehouse team that is committed to fulfilling all of your transportation needs into Zimbabwe.
We are also affiliated with a clearing agent Shickers Clearing and Forwarding which is based in Harare and is able to assist with any import and export enquiries you may have.