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Strengthening partnerships for a better logistics future in Tanzania!
We engaged in insightful discussions focused on enhancing regulatory compliance, streamlining maritime logistics, and driving efficiency across Tanzania's shipping sector. Collaborating with key regulators like TASAC is crucial to our mission of delivering sustainable and innovative solutions.
imaxmillan
Oct 23, 2025


The Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) vs. Traditional Container Deposits: Revolutionizing Shipping Container Management
The Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) represents a modern approach to container management, replacing traditional deposits with a subscription-based model. This model provides greater flexibility and simplicity for shippers and logistics providers.
VCS allows shipping companies to access containers as needed, eliminating the financial strain of deposits. This subscription model promotes efficient container utilization.
imaxmillan
Oct 14, 2025


What is the Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) and How Does It Work?
What is VCS?
The Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) is an innovative system designed to eliminate the need for upfront container deposits. Instead of tying up your cash flow with deposits, VCS allows shippers, transporters, and consignees to secure containers quickly and efficiently, ensuring smoother operations at the port.
Developed by Viaservice, VCS is tailored to meet the needs of East Africa’s logistics industry, offering a reliable, cost-effective, and hassle-
imaxmillan
Sep 22, 2025


How Viaservice Container Solution is Transforming East African Logistics
The VCS Advantage
The Viaservice Container Solution eliminates the need for container deposits while advancing payment for container demurrage, damage, and total loss charges on a reimbursement basis. Here's how it benefits key stakeholders:
For Freight Forwarders and Clearing Agents
Immediate access to deposit-free container handling
Enhanced cash flow management
Reduced administrative burden
Ability to handle more shipments
Competitive advantage in the market
imaxmillan
Dec 23, 2024


New system to bring down cost of trade through Mombasa port
By Bernard Sanga | May 16, 2024 The Spetes Lady oil tanker with 105 cubic meters of oil from Saudi Arabia docks at Mombasa Port....
imaxmillan
Nov 13, 2024


Breaking News: Viaservice Partners with Maersk to Revolutionize Container Management in Tanzania
We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between Viaservice and Maersk, one of the world's leading shipping and logistics companies. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our mission to streamline container logistics and enhance operational efficiency for businesses operating in Tanzania.
Ibrahim Maxmillan
Oct 24, 2024


Viaservice Container Guarantee eyes Kenya’s market after successful folly in Tanzania.
Deployed in 2020 in Tanzania, CG fully secures the commercial interest of shipping lines while allowing their customers, largely clearing...
Ibrahim Maxmillan
Aug 24, 2023
Part 2: East African trade growth – Can container guarantees unlock the idle $1.5bn trade finance gap?
In part 1 of this interview, Morgan Lépinoy, Managing Director of Viatrans broke down how container deposits are creating deep structural...
Ibrahim Maxmillan
Aug 24, 2023


Relief as company in Dar es Salaam lowers container deposit
Relief as company in Dar es Salaam lowers container deposit Speaking in Dar es Salaam last week during the launch of the service,...
Ibrahim Maxmillan
May 13, 2021


Why the traditional container deposits are flagged as a trade barrier
Approximately ninety percent of the world’s goods are transported by sea. Considering the increasing importance of sea transport as the...
Ibrahim Maxmillan
Apr 10, 2021


Why the container guarantee improves the cashflow
The Container Guarantee provides a business-friendly alternative to container deposit which is accessible to customs agents, freight...
Ibrahim Maxmillan
Feb 26, 2021
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