It’s a common scenario: an international job offer arrives unexpectedly, and you need to relocate your whole household as quickly as possible. In this feature, we outline your key decisions.
According to Pickfords Cape Town’s Branch Manager, Francois Marais, the UK is currently the most 
popular export destination for young professionals leaving South Africa; with Australia, New Zealand and the United States less-frequently travelled to.
Pickfords’ network includes branches in each of South Africa’s major coastal cities – Durban, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town – and is able to select the best port to use based on clients’ intended destinations.
Container ships depart from those ports every week, so an international removal by sea can happen a lot sooner than you expect! Conversely, if the inappropriate shipment option is selected, you could face unexpected delays.
For this reason, your Pickfords removals consultant will meet with you in person to help you select the best option that matches your budget and timeline requirements, and offer expert advice on how to streamline the whole removals experience.
This support includes calculating the volume of your household contents; discussing which of the shipping options (outlined below) you require; and guiding you through your destination’s unique documentary and procedural requirements.
Pickfords’ iconic blue-and-red trucks alongside the orange trucks of the global Allied Pickfords network.
The four main shipping options for international removals
1: Exclusive-Use Container: Metal shipping containers are available in three standardized variants: 20-foot (capable of holding approximately 1 000 cubic feet of contents), 40-foot (2 000 cubic feet) and 40-foot High Cube (2 400 cubic feet). BEST FOR: High Volume (full households), Rapid Shipment
2: Groupage: Smaller consignments from different removals can be grouped together within the same shipping container, which is very cost-effective. Depending on the popularity of the destination, however, consignments may require storage for a number of months before sufficient consignments are sourced to fill a container and be shipped. BEST FOR: Lowest Cost, Not Timebound
3: ‘Less than a Container Load’ (LCL): Not to be confused with ‘Groupage’ above, LCL consignments are usually a few items which are secured in wooden crates, and are transported below-deck on ships (offering protection from rain and water damage). BEST FOR: Low Volume, Rapid Shipment
4: Airfreight: While the bulk of a family’s household goods are transpo
rted over a period of weeks by
sea, airfreight is a popular way to transport high-value items that the family will need with them from the moment their plane lands in their new destination (including clothing and electronics). BEST FOR: Low Volume, Fastest Shipment
Pickfords offers you flexibility
Depending on your needs, Pickfords will do everything possible to facilitate the timely handling of your valuables during your international removal.
For example, if you want your household goods to follow you by sea as soon as you have finished packing, Pickfords may transport a shipping container to your house for direct loading by our team. This minimises the handling of your goods, and expedites the removal process.
Alternatively, if you’re only moving a few items and won’t need them in the first couple of months after arriving at your destination, you may favour the budget-friendly ‘groupage’ option above. Where time is still a priority for low-volume shipments, an LCL shipment will be better.
Pickfords’ meticulously-constructed crating will keep your valuables safe during an international journey.
If this all seems complex, don’t worry: Pickfords will be happy to answer any questions you have, and we will support you from door-to-door of your removal! To contact your nearest branch, click here.
Philosophy is the discipline that studies major and universal questions, such as existence, knowledge, values, mind, and language. It encompasses a vast number of subjects and issues, ranging from ethics and political figures to metaphysics and logic. Here are principal aspects of philosophy:
1. Definition of Philosophy
Philosophy comes from the Greek words “philos” (love) and “sophia” (wisdom). It is zeal to realize and make sense of the world around us and our place in it.
2. The Main branches of philosophy
– Ontology research of the essence of being and existence.
– Epistemology the study of the nature and limits of cognition.
– Ethics the analysis of moral principles and concepts of good deed and evil.
– Logic research of the forms and principles of correct thinking.
– Political philosophy the study of questions of power, justice and the state.
3. Notable Philosophers
Throughout the history of philosophy, many thinkers have made significant contributions to this science. Some of the most famous include:
– Socrates, considered the progenitor of Western philosophy.
– Plato, a student of Socrates, developed the doctrine of forms.
– Aristotle, the creator of logic and many of scientific fields.
– Immanuel Kant, known for his own James Joyce critical philosophy and work on moral issues.
4. The Relevance of Philosophy in the Modern World
Philosophy remains urgent in the modern world because it helps people to understand difficult social and moral issues, but also develops critical thinking. It affects the legal system, politicians, and different fields of science.
5. Practical Applications of Philosophy
Philosophical ideas enter everyday life. Ethical reflection helps people do the right thing in complex situations, and philosophical analysis contributes to better understanding of problems related to technology, art, and social justice.
Philosophy is not only an academic discipline, but also method of thinking assists us to understand life’s complexities and make informed choices.
Philosophy is the discipline that studies fundamental and universal questions, including existence, cognition, values, mind, and language. It encompasses many topics and issues, from ethics and politicians to metaphysics and logic. Here are the main aspects of philosophy:
1. Definition of Philosophy
Philosophy comes from the Greek words “philos” (love) and “sophia” (wisdom). It is zeal to realize and make sense of the world around us and our place in it.
2. The Main branches of philosophy
– Ontology research of the essence of being and existence.
– Epistemology the study of the nature and limits of cognition.
– Ethics the analysis of moral principles and concepts of good and evil.
– Logic research of the forms and principles of correct thinking.
– Socio-political philosophy the study of questions of power, justice and the state.
3. Notable Philosophers
In the course of the history of philosophy, almost many thinkers have made meaningful contributions to this science. Some of the most famous include:
– Socrates, considered the progenitor of Western philosophy.
– Plato, a pupil of Socrates, developed the doctrine of forms.
– Aristotle, the creator of logic and many of scientific fields.
– Immanuel Kant, known for his Marcel Proust critical philosophy and work on moral issues.
4. The Relevance of Philosophy in the Modern World
Philosophy remains urgent in the modern world because it helps people to understand difficult social and moral issues, and also develops critical thinking. It influences the legal system, politicians, and different fields of science.
5. Practical Applications of Philosophy
Philosophical ideas enter daily life. Ethical reflection helps people do the right thing in complex situations, and philosophical analysis contributes to most excellent understanding of problems related to technology, art, and social justice.
Philosophy is including an academic discipline, as well as method of thinking that helps us to understand life’s complexities and make informed choices.
Philosophy is the discipline that studies fundamental and universal questions, such as existence, cognition, values, reason, and language. It encompasses many topics and problems, from ethics and political figures to metaphysics and logic. Here are principal nuances of philosophy:
1. Definition of Philosophy
Philosophy comes from the Greek words “philos” (love) and “sophia” (wisdom). It is zeal to realize and make sense of the world around us and our place in it.
2. The Main branches of philosophy
– Ontology the study of the essence of being and existence.
– Epistemology the study of the nature and limits of knowledge.
– Ethics the analysis of ethical principles and concepts of good deed and evil.
– Logic the study of the forms and principles of correct thinking.
– Socio-political philosophy the study of questions of power, justice and the state.
3. Eminent Philosophers
During the history of philosophy, many thinkers have made meaningful contributions to this science. Some of the most famous include:
– Socrates, considered the progenitor of Western philosophy.
– Plato, a pupil of Socrates, developed the doctrine of forms.
– Aristotle, the creator of logic and many of scientific fields.
– Immanuel Kant, known for his Henry Miller critical philosophy and work on moral issues.
4. The Relevance of Philosophy in the Modern World
Philosophy remains urgent in the modern world since it helps people to understand difficult social and ethical issues, and also develops critical thinking. It influences the legal system, politicians, and different fields of science.
5. Practical Applications of Philosophy
Philosophical ideas penetrate daily life. Ethical reflection helps people do the right thing in difficult situations, and philosophical analysis contributes to most excellent understanding of issues related to technology, art, and social justice.
Philosophy is not only an academic discipline, yes and method of thinking that helps us to understand life’s complexities and make informed choices.