Shipping & Logistics
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Your logistical piece of mind
We are well established logistic company in Nigeria with specialization in handling various activities in the Supply chain management and Cargo shipping. we offer Customs Clearance, Transportation, Freight Forwarding, Domestic Door-to-Door Deliveries and various other Special Logistic Services. We maintain the quality, integrity and security of our customers’ valuable products at every step in their world-wide journey. We have targeted solutions and services for supply chain visibility— addressing quality and compliance, security, and logistics performance management.
Cargo Runner
What is Cargo Runner
An ERP solution to support small and medium-sized freight forwarding
What is Cargo Runner?
CARGOES Runner is a robust ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) platform designed specifically for small and medium-sized freight forwarding businesses. It empowers freight forwarders to streamline their back-office operations, break through technological barriers, and boost efficiency. By enhancing per-capita productivity and per-shipment profitability, it drives measurable growth.
Developed by DONNINGTON, this cutting-edge solution provides user-friendly tools that deliver superior control, visibility, transparency, and cost savings across the entire spectrum of freight forwarding processes, from start to finish.
Why Trust Donnington
DONNINGTON is a single platform solution, providing a suite of tools to enable digital freight forwarding.
We manage end-to-end workflows from quotations to shipments, jobs and invoices. We connect to your booking agents and customs brokers for electronic data exchange. We keep track of every account receivable and payable for maximum profitability.
Streamlined Operations
Automate and optimize complex operations – whether it’s people, processes or systems.
Artificial Intelligence
Intelligently determine price, route and load plan, detect operational risks and errors and predict business needs.
Fewer Risks
Track regulatory changes and easily complete documentation to minimise risks.
Insights
Gain Actionable insights on business growth bottlenecks, cost drivers and kaizen opportunities.
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Eliminate inefficient and error-prone manual processes.
Customer Satisfaction
Receive insights and alerts on any operational issues to ensure you exceed customer expectations.
Crude Oil, Gas and Petroleum Products Tracking
DONNINGTON provides its clients an online platform designed to provide cargo owners and consumers looking to transport goods with the best rates. It also offers quality industry tools to freight forwarders that enable them to conduct their business more efficiently for tracking and visibility of cargo, Logistics Community Systems (LCS) documentation (i.e. Quotations, Performa Invoice, Purchase Order, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Verified Gross Mass Declaration, Packing List, Certification of Origin, and Stuffing Plan), and ship schedules to name a few web-based tools.
With innovative tools, a seamless booking experience, and 24/7 support, SeaRates has quickly grown to be considered the primary marketplace for freight forwarding companies. Alongside LandRates and AirRates, the platform is also a member of the Digital Freight Alliance, an online association that brings freight forwarders globally onto one platform, giving them access to new tools, routes and services, and enabling them to do more business anytime, anywhere.
Customs Clearance and Freight Forwarding
How Customs Clearance and Freight Forwarding Operate
Customs clearance involves the declaration of shipments to port authorities and government bodies, while freight forwarding ensures the seamless transport of goods to their intended recipients.
Our advanced, integrated platform empowers customs authorities to automate clearance processes through a sophisticated, intelligence-driven framework. This optimizes border management, enhances revenue collection, and strengthens compliance.
Cargoes Customs
Revolutionizing Clearance Processes.
CARGOES customs is a state-of-the-art Integrated Customs System designed to fully automate end-to-end clearance workflows. It incorporates robust risk management, thorough inspection protocols, and effective post-clearance audit controls. This intelligence-powered, unified customs solution maximizes border efficiency, boosts revenue collection, and minimizes leakage.
By facilitating trade, securing global supply chains, and enhancing compliance, CARGOES Customs drives transformative modernization for customs administrations worldwide. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and tools, it streamlines digital transformation, enabling agencies to reform and optimize their processes with unparalleled efficiency.
How does customs clearance work?
Before cargo moves out and leaves the port of origin, the customs clearance process ensures that goods and products are taken through a customs authority, which then processes an export clearance. Similarly, an import clearance is required for freight to enter the destination country’s port. The clearance documentation essentially indicates that all duties for the products/goods have been paid and it has now been cleared for shipping.
What Determines the Cost of Customs Clearance?
The total cost of customs clearance is influenced by several key factors, including:
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The nature of the goods, their declared value, and a detailed description
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The HS code assigned to categorize the product type
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Applicable customs duties and taxes
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Local charges imposed by the shipping company
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Container deposit fees (for containerized shipments)
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Terminal handling fees
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Inspection costs related to regulatory compliance
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Service fees charged by the clearance agency
These elements collectively shape the overall expense of securing customs clearance for your shipments.
What documents are needed for customs clearance?
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list that includes details of the shipment, such as weight, quantity, manufacturer.
- Bill of Lading to confirm that the shipment has been loaded on a mode of transport.
What is the Customs Clearance Process?
- Verify Tax Information: Authenticate the tax details of both the importer and exporter to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Determine Shipment Logistics: Identify the country of origin for imports, the destination for exports, and the mode of transportation utilized.
- Document Shipment Details: Record precise information about the shipment, including quantity, volume, detailed description of goods, country of origin, and manufacturer details.
- Fulfill Inspection Protocols: Complete all necessary inspection requirements and secure certifications to confirm that the shipment meets regulatory standards and quality controls.
- Settle Tax Obligations: Ensure all applicable taxes and duties are paid in full to finalize clearance and authorize the shipment for movement.
This streamlined process ensures efficient and compliant customs clearance for global trade.
How Long Does Customs Clearance and Delivery Take in Nigeria?
The timeline for goods clearance and delivery in Nigeria hinges on several critical factors. These include the distance between the origin warehouse and the departure port, as well as the efficiency of export customs processing. Upon arrival, key considerations include:
- Documentation Accuracy: Are all required documents, such as Form M, SONCAP, PAAR, and Rotation Number, complete and error-free?
- Duty and Tax Preparedness: Has the importer arranged for the assessment, capturing, and prompt payment of duties, taxes, and local terminal or shipping charges?
Ultimately, the speed of clearance and final delivery depends on meticulous planning and execution. With DONNINGTON’s expert team, you gain unparalleled support to streamline the process and ensure swift, seamless delivery.
Cargo Financing Excellence
Key financial solutions available through CARGOES Finance include:
Trade Finance
Accessing a variety of pre-shipment and post-shipment financing options for international cargo movement, along with extended payment terms.
Inventory Finance
Utilising small-to-medium businesses’ inventory as collateral for financing their businesses, based on the value of stock in its warehouse.
Logistics Finance
Accessing financing options for domestic logistics movement, together with receivables and payables financing, and invoice factoring/discounting.
The Chief Operating Officer, Logistics and Technology, at Donnnington NIg Ltd said:
“Growing businesses can often lack the capital and resources required to drive global expansion, often exacerbated by prohibitive financial requirements and copious documentation. We designed CARGOES Finance to mitigate these constraints, unlocking new opportunities for SMEs to compete and reach a global market.”
“CARGOES Finance is levelling the playing field, providing an affordable and reliable alternative that’s expanding global trade.”
CARGOES Finance is now widely available to shippers and small-to-medium businesses wishing to reach a wider international marketplace and is the latest addition to the CARGOES suite of tools to streamline end-to-end logistics and trade worldwide.
For more information on how CARGOES Finance can help you unlock new ‘glocal’ opportunities,
Export Promotion Excellence
Empowering Global Freight Forwarders with Cutting-Edge Tools
Revolutionizing Freight Forwarding
Freight Transformation Starts Here
DONNINGTON’s Digital Freight Alliance is a dynamic online ecosystem crafted to supercharge the growth of freight forwarders worldwide. By equipping members with innovative web-based tools, expanded routes, and advanced services, the Alliance empowers logistics businesses to scale new heights and amplify their operations. Integrated with platforms like SeaRates, LandRates, and AirRates, it connects industry leaders to a global network of opportunities.
Membership in the Digital Freight Alliance unlocks a wealth of transformative benefits, including access to trusted freight forwarders across over 150 countries, vetted through a rigorous KYC process. Members gain enhanced sales opportunities, robust payment protection, and a suite of powerful features designed to drive success. The Alliance is strategically focused on steadily expanding its members’ global market presence, fostering sustainable growth and unparalleled connectivity in the logistics industry.
Chandelier Services
Donnigton Ship chandlers are a one-stop-shop that offer a full service to vessel operators. These services include but are not limited to food provisions, repairs, spare parts, safety inspections, medical supplies, general maintenance and much more.
In other words, we supply vessels with equipment and parts, facilitate the needs of the crew and ensure that the vessel is prepared for its upcoming departure.
What To Expect From Donnington Ship Chandlers
A high performing port port needs to maximize its revenue by working on the vessels, follow berthing schedules, and finish cargo loading/unloading. Therefore, all needs and requirements of vessels need to be met with urgency. Any turnaround delays will impact the vessel schedule and incur a monetary penalty. In ship chandling terms, being able to perform in a high-pressure industry 24/7 is a must.
This is where Donnington ship chandlers come in. Donnington have their warehouses equipped with forklifts, racking systems, pallets, and customized software. They have ready stock of supplies to operate on a vessel at any given time. Donnington have its own dedicated logistics unit complete with a trucking fleet to move in and out of the port to deliver service to the vessel operators. We are able to fully supply a vessel and it’s crew faster than if the vessel crew managed this process themselves.
Services Donnington Ship Chandlers Offer
Food Provisions
Donnington provides its crew with high-quality food and nourishment to perform at a high level.
Ship Repairs
Our ship chandlers supply vessel parts and services with leading-edge technologies. This ensures that the vessel runs properly for succeeding voyages.
- General repairs for deck & engine departments
- Crane repair
- Overhaul and maintenance service
- Emergency repairs
- Engine repair and overhaul
Cleaning Services
Personal hygiene and a clean working environment are important when out at sea.
- Crew laundry services
- Cargo fuel tank cleaning
- Deck cleaning
- Room cleaning
Fumigation Services
The vessels must be clean and void of any pest infestations. Donnington ship chandler also offers pest control services.
Rental Services
Donnigton ship chandlers provide car, van or any vehicle services to allow seafarers to visit doctors, replenish supplies or visit local sites. The service also includes a pickup schedule before boarding the vessel.
- Vehicle transport services
- Use of shore cranes
Deck Services
Donnington ship chandlers are also able to provide deck services to the vessel operator. These are common tasks that revolve around general maintenance and smaller repairs.
- Maintenance of anchor and anchor chain
- Safety and life-saving equipment
- Supply of marine paint and painting materials
- Welding and maintenance work
- General repairs
Engine Maintenance Services
Vessel’s engines need to be in optimal condition. Donnigton also provides engine maintenance as a scheduled task.
- Checking on valves, pipes and fittings
- Supply of spare parts for main and auxiliary engines
- Supply of lubrication oil and chemicals
- Supply of bolts, nuts and screws
- Maintenance of hydraulics, pumps and compressors
Radio Department
Communication with the crew and port is necessary for performing various ship operations. Our ship chandlers get you covered in the event computer and radio equipment need maintenance.
- Computers and communication equipment
- Photocopy machines and consumables
- Supply of radio spare parts
Safety Equipment Inspection
We also supply first aid kits, safety helmets and gloves, fire extinguishers, and hoses.
It is no secret that maritime accidents happen. The safety of seafarers is our utmost priority. Safety and life-saving equipment are functioning in the event an accident happens while at sea.
- Inspection of lifeboat and raft
- Inspection of fire fighting equipment
- Inspection of safety equipment
Our Commitment
Our commitment is to meet customers’ needs & expectations, providing smart logistic solutions as well as maintaining quality of service with competitive prices & well-mannered customer services. Our on time, on target approaching and consistent dedication to excellence. Our sole mission is to optimize our potential by making appropriate use of all available resources.
Customer Sartisfaction
We guarantee customer satisfaction and it is our highest priority and ultimate goal.
Timely Delivery
We keep our standard maintain , Timely delivery of cargo is our top priority.
Quick Disbursement
We avoid any disbursement during the whole period of cargo shipment.
Real Time Tracking
We have real-time tracking devices and software that detect the exact location.
Security and Care
We take good care of your cargo during transportation and providefull protection.
Door to Door Deliveries
We provide door to door pickups & deliveries that make you comfortable.
Modern Vehicles Fleet
We have modern vehicles and tools to lift up your valuable goods to move with care.
24/7 Customer Support
Online chat support for customers and visitors. Feel free to contact us anytime.
Ocean Freight
Connecting Nigeria and abroad
Globally known for our ability to handle every last detail of our customers’ particular logistics and forwarding needs, DONNINGTON’s Ocean Freight services team takes care of all your logistics and deliver it fast and securely to the target.
we have contracts with more than 15 ocean carriers, allowing us to choose the best carrier at most competitive rates for all of your shipments.
Through our global network of control towers and state-of-the-art technology, we are able to monitor and dynamically react to situations such as adverse weather, additional pick ups or drop offs, or heavy traffic, meaning that your goods are always travelling the most efficient route.
Where is my Cargo? And, What is its condition?
Regardless of where you sit, supplier, receiver or transportation provider visibility is now a must have for logistics efficiency and quality assurance. Our Real-Time Solutions deliver that competitive advantage by combining our easy-to-implement and cost-effective monitors with our cloud-based tracking reporting software.
Cloud-Based Tracking (CBT)
CBT is a cloud-based application for reporting location and temperature, so you always know where your products are and in what condition. Automated alerts via text or email will let you know if your shipment is having any issues.
By leveraging CBT, you can gain insights into your route performance, help reduce rejections and product loss.
You can also collaborate with your supply chain partners to intervene if there are temperature excursions, or anticipate arrival times to manage your customers’ expectations.
Cargo Tracking Devices
DONNINGTON provides a comprehensive range of cargo tracking and sensing devices for a range of applications. Our trackers enable shippers and our Global Command & Control Centers to monitor cargo location and condition virtually anywhere in the world, in real time.
Cargo Tracking Software
Our cloud-based application provides real-time visibility of your cargo in transit which enables shippers to pinpoint the location of their cargo assets in real time, anywhere in the world.
