Learnership & Skills Development Programme
Building Skills. Creating Opportunities. Strengthening the Transport & Logistics Sector.
Newport General is committed to developing South Africa’s transport, logistics and commodity trading workforce.
Our Learnership & Skills Development Programme is designed to provide unemployed youth and aspiring logistics professionals with training, practical workplace experience, and clear career pathways within the transport and freight industry.
Skills Development Focus Areas
Tailored learning paths designed to meet the demands of a modern global supply chain.
Freight Handling
Comprehensive training in safe and efficient movement of goods across various transport modes.
Warehousing & Distribution
Mastering inventory management, storage solutions, and efficient distribution workflows.
Road Freight Operations
Specialized modules on transport logistics, fleet coordination, and regulatory compliance.
Logistics & Supply Chain
Strategic overview of the global supply chain, from procurement to final delivery.
Freight Forwarding & Clearing
Technical expertise in customs documentation, international trade laws, and cargo clearing.
Partnership & Career Path
In collaboration and partnership with accredited training providers, our learnership initiatives oversee comprehensive skills development.
"Where operationally feasible and based on performance, learners who successfully complete the programme may be placed within Newport General’s operational division."
