Have a question? have a look at our FAQs for help. If you can’t find the answer to your question, contact us and we will be happy to help.
We provide an all-encompassing array of services specifically tailored to either customers or once-off cash clients. The services do differ and unfortunately, certain services are not available to cash clients but these are generally specifically related to services that we do not offer.
There is cargo that Freight Innovations does not transport but general cargo that is safe for transport and not valued at more than R10 000 which is securely packaged can be dispatched. The onus is on the sender to pack properly and ensure that details provided are accurate. See the list for cargo that is not accepted, this is not limited and includes any cargo that is legally or otherwise not suited for transportation. All business is conducted in terms of our standard trading conditions which are available on the website.
In order to book a collection, follow the steps on the home page.Firstly, request a quotation,then proceed to process the collection and make payment via Payfast.
Charges are based on whichever is the greater, volume or size and actual weight and according to the service required. Please see our calculator for assistance. (Build calculator inside of Question)(https://freight-innovations.co.za/calculator/)
Our collections close at 12:00 for central towns and 12:00 for regional and outlying areas for same day collections. Due to constraints, collection time is not guaranteed. Collections booked after these times are automatically scheduled for the next day.
The drivers generally start with their deliveries and collections in the afternoon, certain routes and regional collections are based on specifics and freight volumes for the day. It is for this reason,we request that a collection window of one working day, urgent collections or deliveries are not guaranteed and Freight Innovations will not be held liable for any delays caused by circumstances beyond our control.
As routes are planned in advance based on regular, predetermined collections and deliveries, we require additional time to slot adhoc collections into the schedule. It is for this reason that we request that the package is left at a location where someone will be available to present it to the driver when he arrives based on the collection day if possible.
These services are not available on weekends and public holidays, all collections need to be scheduled on working days.
1) If the driver wasn’t able to collect due to size constraints, the collections department will be in contact with you to reschdue with a suitable vehicle. 2) Should the shipment not meet the packaging standards, we would require it to be repackaged so that the driver may return and collect the order. 3) If the goods are prohibited, the accounts department will follow the refund procedure according to the refund policy.
Please complete any special collection requirements in the collections requirements field. Whilst this is not guaranteed, we will attempt to assist.
When the order was processed and the service selected, you would have received an estimated time of delivery, once it has been collected you can track your shipment online. Prior to shipping we advise that you view transit time table.
We allow modifications to the delivery address, but please note that it may result in a delay and additional charges if the new address is in a different location
The heaviest a single box may be is 60kg in secure packaging, anything heavier that this needs to be split into separate boxes or the receiver rquires man power to offload the shipment themselves. We recommend that heavy orders are sent to business addresses to ensure that someone is available and that the shipment can be offloaded.
As routes are planned in advance based on regular, predetermined collections and deliveries. Your shipment will be assigned to a route that will be followed by the driver throughout the day. Collections will be assigned and delays experienced at various stages. It is for this reason that we request that the delivery address is at a location where where someone will be available to receive it when the driver arrives at the destination.
Unfortunately not, you will be required to enter the tracking number into the track my delivery parcel for updates. Refer back to your inial email confirmation for updates on your package and waybill number.
Please see our box, pallet, and crate guides.
An exact weight and measurement are necessary to ensure a speedy delivery. If this information is not accurate, your parcel could be delayed in transit as the difference in cost will first need to be recovered.If you are not sure about your weight and measurements it is advisable to only proceed once all the information is accurate and complete.
There will be a charge to return the parcel to the sender.
If the reason for the parcel not having been sent is due to a fault of the sender, it will be returned and a partial refund can be obtained by lodging a claim in writing to accounts@freight-innovations.co.za and allow 30 days for a 50% refund. The penalty is effected due to costs incurred and administrative charges.
Not under any circumstances, if your parcel(s)weigh more than the quoted amount, the items will be held back at the depot until the additonal charges are paid.
Please email collections@freight-innovations.co.za with your waybill number to stop all events for your shipment. The refund procedure will be dictated based on whether the package has already been collected or not. We will factor in costs already incurred and the refund policy applied.
We incur costs by vendors that process the payment and facilitate the transactions and apply a 10% fee to process the refund.
This page is specifically designed for cash clients who do not want an account and who prefer to pay on a pershipment basis. Please email sales@freight-innovations.co.za for our business account options.
Unfortunately, delays are out of our control and refunds on late deliveries are not entertained. We follow strict internal service SLAs and will do our utmost to get your shipment delivered on time.
A refund less an administration charge of 5% will apply. Allow 30 days for a refund. This can be requested by sending an email with the details to accounts@freight-innovations.co.za
Delivery and collection standards are only estimates and not gauranteed through our network of partners. There is no automatic compensation for delays in delivery. Discounts or refunds will be considered on a case by case basis if deemed applicable. Confirmation will be sent to the shipper / sender by email and the decision will be final.
The price could increase of your parcel/s are heavier or bigger than the declared weight or size. In this case you will be charged for the difference between actual charges and the amount quoted, Freight Innovations reserves the right to delay delivery until payment has been received.
The Service Guarantee means that if your goods are lost or damaged while under the care, custody and control of Freight Innovations ,you may be entitled to compensation up to R10,000 of the cost price value of the goods subject to the FreightGuard Terms and Conditions.
We aim to resolve all clams within a targeted time frame of 7 days , however you can correspond directly with FreightGuard using the email address and reference number included in all claims correspondence.
Freight Guard is an independent administrator that evaluates and may approve claims on behalf of Freight Innovations, in the event if a claim being approved, the customer will be notified refarding the outcome of the claim as the decision is with the administrator.Subject to terms and conditions available on the Freight Guard page.
There is a minumum charge per waybill and it is included in the final cost.
Claims are only paid out on the cost price (proof is required) of the goods and not the retail value, in the event of an approval.
Freight Innovations will cover a maximum amount of R10 000 in the event of such an occurrence, however, Freight Innovations reserves the right to decline the claim if the fault is on the side of the sender, perhaps if the wrong address is given etc.
The fixed surcharges are automatically applied. We require the customer to only colect those surcharges that may vary and are specific to the delivery that is being quoted on and then processed.
This surcharge needs to be selected when your delivery has to be delivered to the back door, this means that the driver has to follow the receiving protocal at the delivery point. This relates to all major chain stores , retailers and their respective distribution centres as well as online store distribution centres. Additional costs are incurred due to the queuing procedure and delays at the delivery.
We do offer 30 day as well as prepaid accounts, this allows you to have an online platform with automatic mail options to expedite collections and deliveries.
Your information will never be disclosed to any other party.