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When COVID-19 strikes hard

When COVID-19 strikes hard

You will have heard about ‘comorbidities’ in Covid-19 conversations – what does it mean, and why should you take it very seriously?  Juvena Rhodes explains.  A comorbidity refers to having one or more chronic diseases. Having a comorbidity does not necessarily...
Life in the sales track

Life in the sales track

Justin Burley joined UPD in June 2021 as C&F Key Account Manager. Due to his experience in the sector, Justin will also be acquiring new clients for Ships Agency.  JUSTIN THE PROFESSIONAL.  Justin, tell us about life before Trade Ocean.  I was Key Account Manager...
The great shoe out competition

The great shoe out competition

Let’s have some fun! If you can guess who these shoes (and accompanying feet) belong to, you could win R 250!  Send your answer to juvena@tradeocean.co.za by the 30th April. The first entrant to get the answer right will win Trade Ocean’s first Great Shoe...
Return of the Brand Master

Return of the Brand Master

In the hurly-burly of Covid, nominations for Brand Masters were scarce but Michelle Kirov broke the drought to sing Rudie’s praises.    “Rudie Kleintjie was tasked with handling complex shipments which required much attention and after-hours work.  He...
Farewell Vanessa

Farewell Vanessa

David Jooste bids a fond farewell to Vanessa De Goede who leaves Trade Ocean at the end of April.  Vanessa has decided that the time is right for her to broaden her horizons, and to take the next step in her career. She has contributed so much to the culture, growth...
Our brand is on-trend

Our brand is on-trend

Sherpa’s CEO and brand strategist Gary Hendrickse explains why the Trade Ocean brand was ahead of its time.  Over the last year or so, brands have increasingly looked for greater meaning as people grapple with their new norms.   Decades before, two iconic brands...