GMLS: GLOBAL MARITIME LEGAL SOLUTIONS
FROM AFRICA TO THE GLOBE
Your One-Stop Global Trade Training and Capacity Partner
About GMLS
GMLS is a leading training and capacity development provider in international trade, logistics, and supply chain management. We specialise in trade compliance solutions that empower both individuals and organisations to achieve excellence in global trade operations.
As an accredited training provider under the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), GMLS is proud to offer the Occupational Certificate: Clearing and Forwarding Agent (SAQA ID 96368, NQF Level 5) — a nationally recognised qualification designed to professionalise and advance South Africa’s logistics and freight forwarding industry.
Our commitment to world-class standards ensures that learners receive both academic and practical competencies aligned with the requirements of the freight forwarding, customs compliance, and international trade sectors.
Our Expertise
GMLS delivers specialised skills training, capacity building, and academic mentoring in areas such as:
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Freight Forwarding and Customs Compliance
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Supply Chain and Logistics Management
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Trade Facilitation and Regulatory Compliance
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International Commercial Practices and Customs Law
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Green Logistics and Sustainable Trade
Our directors, facilitators, and associates are recognised experts holding postgraduate qualifications and decades of hands-on industry experience. They bring real-world knowledge to every training session — bridging the gap between theory and practical application.
Why GMLS?
What sets GMLS apart is our close association with global trade authorities and professional bodies, ensuring that our training aligns with international best practices.
We work alongside organisations such as SAAFF, FIATA, TETA, and QCTO, ensuring that learners are equipped with globally competitive skills applicable to real-world trade environments.
Meet Your Master Trainers & Project Managers
Our GMLS team consists of industry-recognised leaders and trade professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge to the classroom.
Through interactive online learning, webinars, and workplace-based mentoring, our Course Facilitators and Project Managers will guide learners through the full NQF Level 5 Clearing and Forwarding Agent qualification — ensuring competence in all theoretical and practical modules.
Learners can expect:
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Expert-led webinars and video tutorials
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Mentorship from trade compliance specialists
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Guidance from facilitators experienced in AfCFTA trade initiatives and international logistics projects
Our Mission
At GMLS, our mission is simple yet impactful — to develop Africa’s trade capacity through education, compliance, and empowerment.
We aim to bridge skill gaps, promote professionalism in logistics, and enable South African professionals to compete confidently in the global supply chain ecosystem.
Our Motto
“From Africa to the Globe — Developing World-Class Trade Professionals.”
