Christmas Holidays

Hello everyone we are here at Skankane Transport would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Skankane Transport: Choosing Bulk Transportation

At Skankane Transport we know that transporting products is a task that comes with a heavy responsibility as we know that we are transporting someone’s property, and in many cases someone’s livelihood. As a leading transport company in Mpumalanga, and a transport company in South Africa, we make it our duty to ensure that the items we are transporting for you are done so with great care.

At Skankane Transport we are a bulk transportation company capable of transporting loads ranging from 1kg to 34 tons. Using modern safety techniques, at Skankane Transport we make sure that your bulk loads are tightly secured to avoid damage to your goods.

So what should you consider when selecting a bulk transport company?

Safety First

The safety of the items you are having transported should come first. So before choosing a transportation company to transport your bulk products make sure that you have done research on the safety systems they have in place. At Skankane Transport we use Tarpaulin Protection, Cargo Net, Rope, Corner Plates, Lashing Equipment, Heavy Lashing Equipment and Pole Pockets to secure   the different types of loads we transport. When choosing Skankane Transport as your transport company in Mpumalanga you can rest assure that your goods are being protected using the best methods in the transporting business.

Reliability

One of the most important factors to be consider when choosing a bulk transporting company is how reliable they are. The only way to know how reliable they are is by looking back at the experience of the company. Skankane Transport has over 10 years’ experience in the transporting of all types of loads. We have safely transported bulk loads around Mpumalanga, up to Johannesburg and down to Durban.

Choosing the right transportation methods

Different transportation methods are used to transport different types of bulk loads. You might not be sure what type of transportation methods you need to use to transport your specific bulk items. At Skankane Transport we are experts in the bulk transportation field and we will be able to advise you on which transportation method will work best for your transportation needs.

Skankane Transport has built up a reputation for being one of the most reliable and most experienced transport companies in Mpumalanga and South Africa. Transporting all types of bulk goods, including hazardous goods, is a duty that is to be done with safety and professionalism in mind. At Skankane Transport we put our client’s needs, and the safe transport of their products, first.

Skankane Transport: Choosing Bulk Transportation

Skankane Transport: Keeping safe on the roads

When heading away for a holiday, you are usually filled with excitement at the thought of the adventures you are going to be having. Going away on holiday at this time of year means that you will be sharing the roads with hundreds of other drivers. At this time of year being on the roads can be a dangerous place to be.

At Skankane Transport we want you to be safe on the roads this festive season. In Mpumalanga the police have warned drivers about the consequences of being reckless on the roads this festive season and drivers have been warned not to drink and drive.

Here we have prepared some tips to help you to be safe on the roads:

1. Wear your seatbelt at all times, even if you are not driving far. A seatbelt will 99% of the time prevent you from being thrown out of the car should you be in an accident.


2. Never drink and drive. Losing your life, or worse taking someone else’s life, because of drinking and driving is completely preventable so don’t take the chance. Being caught by the police while drinking and driving will mean serious jail time for you.


3. Being in a rush to get to your holiday is never a good idea. Be patient on the roads and always make sure that you get enough rest. Driving while tired will mean that you won’t be able to concentrate well enough to be safe on the roads.


4. Before leaving on your trip make sure that your car is roadworthy and is safe to drive. Also do not overload your car.


5. Always stick to the rules of the road and never take chances, it is not worth the risk or being injured or killed.


6. Don’t expect others to follow the road rules just because you are following the rules. Always be aware of those who are using the roads with you and always concentrate.


7. Plan your journey well ahead of time and know the route you want to take.

 

Arriving at your holiday safely should be of the utmost importance. Remember that your holiday is meant to be enjoyed so try to remain calm and relaxed while on the roads this festive season.

We’d like to wish all of our loyal supporters a happy and safe festive season and we urge everyone to take it easy on the roads.

 

Skankane Transport: Keeping safe on the roads

Win a swim with dolphins in Mozambique

Dolphins – the oceans friendly mammals. Intelligent, skilled hunters, tumblers and divers. Through the centuries we’ve been fascinated by these creatures, movies have been made about them, songs have been written for them and in all aspects dolphins have opened up our dreams. For many people the dream to swim with dolphins has remained just a dream, until now. Skankane Transport along with the Dolphin Centre in Mozambique will give 4 people the chance to swim with the dolphins.

The prize not only includes a swim with wild dolphins valued at R 2 800 but also accommodation for 4 people at the Dolphin Centre valued at R 7 200. Beautiful chalets that overlook the stunning blue Indian Ocean are equipped with a kitchen, bathrooms and an aircon. All of this makes for an unforgettable set up for an unforgettable holiday.

Skankane Transport has made a call to their community to help raise funds for two Christmas parties they want to host for Huis Betlehem and The Epic Centre. The response so far has been overwhelming and one of these surprises came in the form of the Dolphin Centre’s sponsorship

A swim with true wild dolphins

The Dolphin Centre is located in Ponta Do Ouro in Mozambique and is dedicated to the sustained conservation of our precious marine life. These guys and girls have years of experience swimming and diving with wild dolphins. The Dolphin Centre is about education as much as it is about entertainment, and they focus on educating people about these amazing finned friends. The dolphin crew is made up of passionate people with a vast range of knowledge, back grounds and qualifications. They are passionate about the dolphins of Ponta and love sharing their passion for dolphins with anyone who visits the Centre.

The Dolphin Centre will take you on a dream come true experience out on the ocean. Swimming with wild dolphins in their natural habitat will teach you about their behavior and interaction with each other. The experience alone is enough to make you fall in love with the underwater world.

Watch this video to see what it is like to swim with these Bottlenose friends

How do I enter?

From Monday 1 December till Monday 8 December listen to Radio Laeveld 100.5FM. The competition starts with drive time jockey Robin and will run for the whole week. How it will work is you, the listener, need to donate money to the Skankane Trust for 3 of their charities: Huis Betlehem, The Epic Centre and Radio Laeveld – Op Eie Werf. The aim is to raise R 15 000 in total for these charities in order to help them make the festive season a merry one.

Call the Radio Laeveld studio or visit our Facebook page to get the designated bank account number, donate any amount you like, use the following as the reference “RL” and your cellphone number. It is as easy as that.

By donating any amount, you stand a chance to win this incredible prize. Anyone can be a winner. We have also set certain targets which will make you eligible to win mystery prizes.

How can you win the prizes?

The first target will be R 5,000 and if your donation helps us reach the R 5 000 mark you will be eligible for a mystery prize. In other words if the total donation amount has reached R 4 990 and your deposit of R10 pushes the total donation amount to R 5 000 you will be the mystery prize winner.

The next target is R 10 000 and the same rule applies. If you donation helps us reach the R 10 000 mark you will be eligible for a mystery prize. In other words if the total donation amount has reached R 9 990 and your deposit of R 10 pushes the amount to R 10 000 you will be the mystery prize winner.

The next target is then R 15 000. Once again the same rule applies but this time if your R 10 donation pushes the donation amount to R 15 000 you will the Grand prize winner and go on a well deserved holiday.

This is the perfect opportunity to give something back to the community. Remember that this once in a lifetime competition is only running for one week. Winners will be announced between 8 – 12 December 2014.

Please read through the terms and conditions before entering the competition. By entering you automatically acknowledge and accept the T’s & C’s.

See below the banking details for EFT’s to enter the raffle.

Skankane Fundraising Initiative Trust account details:

Bank: ABSA

Account: Current Trust

Account number: 408 365 3355

Branch code: 63 20 05

Reference: RL

Please sent proof of donation to finances@skankane.co.za or fax it to 086 631 9028

Win a swim with dolphins in Mozambique