DSV
Global freight forwarder with strong SA presence — best fit for palletised and oversize shipments.
DSV is a global freight forwarder headquartered in Denmark with significant operations in South Africa, including road, air, and ocean freight as well as project logistics. They're not a parcel courier in the traditional sense — DSV is best suited for larger consignments, palletised shipments, and B2B freight movements.
For occasional senders, DSV will rarely be the cheapest option for a single small parcel — they're optimised for larger volumes. But for businesses moving freight (>30kg, palletised, or oversized) they're a strong choice with global onward forwarding capability.
DeliverAI shows DSV rates as estimates from their public freight rate card.
Profile last verified 2026-07-29. Pricing changes monthly — always check the live rate on /compare for your specific route.
DSV services & tiers
| Service | ETA | From | What it’s for | Live quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road Freight | 2–5 business days | Quote-based | B2B road freight, palletised consignments. | Get quote → |
| Air Freight | 1–3 business days | Quote-based | Domestic/international air freight. | Get quote → |
| Ocean Freight | 4–8 weeks | Quote-based | International ocean freight via SA ports. | Get quote → |
DSV pricing examples (2026)
| Scenario | Indicative price | Service tier | Live quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| B2B freight quotes | On request | Various | Get quote → |
Prices indicative for 2026. Live rates available via DeliverAI’s /compare for routes where DSV is integrated.
DSV service signals & sustainability
Carbon
0.80 kg CO₂ / km
truck diesel
DSV coverage in South Africa
Metro same-day
B2B only.
National next-day
Available for B2B accounts.
Rural reach
Full national B2B.
International
Global freight forwarding network.
DSV API & integrations
- Has public API: Yes
- API type: Enterprise API
- Live on DeliverAI: No — estimated rates only
DSV is a global freight forwarder. DeliverAI lists them for visibility but pricing is B2B-quote only.
DSV pros & cons
Pros
- Global freight forwarding capability
- Road / air / ocean modes
- Enterprise-grade tracking
Cons
- Not for individual senders
- Pricing requires account / quote
- Overkill for parcels
DSV — in depth
DSV is a global freight forwarder with strong SA operations. They handle B2B freight — pallets, containers, air cargo — rather than parcels. For ecommerce or individual senders, DSV is not the right operator; for businesses moving freight at scale, DSV is one of the strongest options in SA.
Frequently asked questions about DSV
Can I send a single parcel via DSV?
DSV is a B2B freight forwarder, not a retail courier. For a single parcel, use TCG, Fastway, Paxi, PUDO or DPD Laser instead.
See DSV’s rate against 17 other SA couriers
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