Revolutionizing Container Logistics: Viaservice Partners with PIL in Tanzania
- imaxmillan
- Sep 8
- 2 min read

By The Viaservice Team
In the bustling port city of Dar es Salaam, where the heartbeat of Tanzania's economy resonates through its shipping lanes, a significant change is underway. Viaservice Tanzania is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Pacific International Lines (PIL), a global leader in container shipping. This collaboration is set to redefine how clearing agents, freight forwarders, consignees, and shippers manage their container logistics across Tanzania.
The End of an Era: Goodbye Container Deposits for PIL Shipments
For years, the requirement of cash deposits for container release has been a persistent challenge for businesses in Tanzania. It ties up valuable working capital, slows down operations, and adds an unnecessary layer of administrative burden. But with the introduction of the Viaservice Container Solution (VCS) for PIL containers, this era is officially coming to an end.
What Does This Mean for Your Business in Tanzania?
The Viaservice Container Solution is not just a digital platform; it's a sustainable and business-friendly framework designed to empower your operations:
Unleash Your Capital: Imagine the difference it makes when cash that was once locked away in deposits is freed up. With VCS, clearing agents and freight forwarders can immediately reinvest this capital into business expansion, new opportunities, or simply improve their liquidity. This is a direct boost to your financial flexibility and growth potential.
Operational Costs: Managing deposits involves significant paperwork, bank visits, and complex claim processes. VCS streamlines all of this, significantly reducing administrative overhead. Your team can now focus on core activities, enhancing overall efficiency and reducing operational costs.
Boost Efficiency and Speed: Time is money, especially in logistics. VCS ensures faster container releases, smoother documentation, and quicker resolutions to any issues. This leads to improved container turnaround times, helping you meet tight deadlines and seize more business opportunities in Dar es Salaam and beyond.
Gain a Decisive Competitive Edge: In Tanzania's fast-paced logistics industry, having freed-up resources and streamlined operations gives you a distinct advantage. You’ll be better positioned to offer competitive services, expand your reach, and ultimately outpace your competition.
Viaservice: A Partner in Progress for Tanzania

Our partnership with PIL is part of a broader commitment. Viaservice Tanzania is proud to collaborate with other major shipping lines and agents, including Maersk, CMA-CGM, MSC, WOSAC, Messina, and WEC Lines. Each partnership reinforces our mission to simplify and modernize logistics across the nation.
The VCS model is unique: it eliminates upfront container deposits while advancing payment of container demurrage, damage, and total loss charges on a reimbursement basis. This ensures a win-win for all stakeholders.
Ready to Experience the Future of Logistics?
This is an exciting time for logistics in Tanzania. The Viaservice partnership with PIL offers a clear path to greater efficiency, reduced costs, and enhanced financial freedom. Don't let outdated deposit requirements hold your business back any longer. Join the revolution.
Contact Viaservice Tanzania today to learn how you can start clearing PIL containers deposit-free!




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