Freight consultancy
Antananarivo · Toamasina · Madagascar
Madagascar Freight Company — Ekutano Advisory.
Ekutano Advisory is a logistics consultancy and correspondent partner based in Antananarivo, Madagascar. We support importers, exporters, and international freight forwarders with shipment planning, carrier and route coordination, Toamasina port operations, customs documentation coordination, and inland delivery planning. We are not a shipping line. Customs declarations requiring a licensed broker are filed through an appropriately licensed broker.
Who we are
A freight consultancy that puts your cargo first.
Madagascar's freight market is shaped by a small number of carriers, a single primary port at Toamasina, and documentation requirements that punish errors. Importers who navigate this alone often pay more than they should and lose days to preventable clearance delays.
Ekutano Advisory helps clients compare available routes and carrier options, plan documentation, and coordinate shipment milestones. Customs requirements vary by goods and regime. Where a declaration must be filed by a licensed customs broker, we coordinate with an appropriately licensed broker and clarify responsibilities for each shipment.
We are based in Antananarivo and coordinate with service providers at Toamasina and on inland routes. Providers and available services depend on the cargo, destination, and current capacity.
What we do
Six services that cover the full freight chain.
Cargo consultancy
We review cargo requirements, possible routes, and requested delivery timing, then outline options for your shipment.
Carrier selection and negotiation
We help compare available carrier options, schedules, and rate components for your shipment.
Shipment tracking and management
Shipment visibility and updates depend on the carriers, brokers, and service partners involved. We can help coordinate status updates for the agreed scope.
Customs advisory
We review document requirements and coordinate with a licensed customs broker where broker filing is required. Customs authorities assign the risk channel.
Documentation support
We can help review commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, BSC details, and certificates of origin. The filing party and required documents depend on the shipment and applicable rules.
Inland transport coordination
Cargo released at Toamasina still needs to reach Antananarivo, the interior, or a project site. We book and coordinate the trucking, so you do not have to manage a separate logistics layer.
The process
From enquiry to delivery, six steps.
Every shipment follows the same sequence. The details change with cargo type and route, but the structure stays the same: we assess, recommend, book, track, clear, and deliver.
01
Enquiry
You contact us with your cargo details: what you are shipping, origin, destination, and timeline. Phone, WhatsApp, email, or the contact form on our site.
02
Assessment
We review the shipment against available routes, schedules, and documentation requirements. Response timing depends on the request and information provided.
03
Recommendation
We present options with honest pricing. Rates, transit estimates, routing, and any documentation or compliance notes. You choose what fits your needs and budget.
04
Booking and coordination
Once you approve, we coordinate booking and documents with the relevant carrier and service partners. The parties responsible for each filing are confirmed for your shipment.
05
Tracking and updates
We coordinate shipment updates with the carriers and service partners involved, within the agreed service scope.
06
Customs and delivery
At Toamasina, we coordinate with the customs broker and port service providers. After release, we can help arrange inland delivery, subject to route and partner availability.
Industries
Freight solutions across seven sectors.
Textiles and garments
We can discuss logistics planning for garment and textile shipments. Confirm current trade-program eligibility and origin documentation with the relevant authorities and customs broker.
Automotive
Vehicle imports, spare parts, and commercial fleet logistics. Documentation, HS classification, and duty planning for automotive cargo.
Pharmaceuticals
GDP-compliant cold chain, temperature monitoring, and documentation for regulated pharmaceutical imports into Madagascar.
Consumer goods
We can review retail and wholesale shipment enquiries from major trade origins and discuss FCL or LCL options, subject to current carrier and partner availability.
Mining
Project cargo, heavy-lift equipment, consumables, and mineral export logistics. Customs regime selection and RN2 corridor coordination.
Agriculture
Fertiliser imports, equipment, and agricultural export logistics including vanilla, seafood, and spices. Phytosanitary and compliance documentation.
Construction
Steel, cement, fixtures, and heavy equipment for infrastructure projects. Bulk and container shipments with project timelines in mind.
Why Ekutano
Five ways Ekutano can support a shipment enquiry.
01
Local expertise
We are based in Antananarivo and focus on shipment planning and coordination around Toamasina and inland routes. Customs decisions and release times remain with the relevant authorities.
02
Global network
We can discuss origin and destination requirements with the service partners relevant to your shipment. Confirm the providers, responsibilities, and coverage in the written scope.
03
Carrier relationships
Where options are available, we can help compare routing, schedules, rate components, and service scope. Confirm the final carrier and rate before booking.
04
Transparent pricing
We aim to clarify the quoted service scope and available charge components. Ask which charges are estimates, exclusions, or payable to third parties.
05
Personalised service
Every shipment gets a dedicated point of contact. We do not route you through a call centre. You deal with someone who knows your cargo and your business.
Where we operate
Antananarivo, Toamasina, and inland planning.
Our team is based in Antananarivo. We coordinate cargo through Toamasina and the RN2 corridor. Other ports, airports, and inland destinations depend on the shipment and service-provider capacity.
Antananarivo
Our home base. Inland delivery from Toamasina via the RN2 corridor, plus air freight coordination through Ivato International Airport.
Toamasina
Madagascar's primary cargo gateway. Ekutano can discuss port and customs documentation coordination. Licensed customs brokers file declarations where required.
Mahajanga
Northwest Madagascar. Sea freight via the port of Mahajanga and overland delivery from Toamasina for cargo destined to the Boeny region.
Antsiranana
Northern Madagascar. Inland transport coordination for cargo entering through Antsiranana port or delivered overland from Toamasina.
Customs scope
Clear responsibilities for every declaration.
Customs rules and filing authority depend on the goods and the applicable regime. Ekutano provides planning and documentation coordination. When a declaration requires a licensed customs broker, an appropriately licensed broker handles the filing. Ask us to confirm who is responsible for each step before a shipment moves.
Common questions
Madagascar freight company, answered.
- What does Ekutano Advisory do?
- Ekutano Advisory is a logistics consultancy and correspondent partner based in Antananarivo. It supports importers, exporters, and international freight forwarders with shipment planning, carrier and route coordination, Toamasina port operations, customs documentation coordination, and inland delivery planning. Ekutano is not a shipping line.
- What services does Ekutano offer?
- Services include cargo consultancy, carrier and route comparison, shipment coordination, customs advisory and documentation coordination, inland delivery planning, and project cargo enquiries. Availability depends on the cargo, route, partner capacity, and applicable requirements.
- How does Ekutano help importers compare shipping options?
- Ekutano can help compare available routes, carrier options, transit estimates, and rate components for a shipment. Final rates and schedules depend on the carrier, origin, cargo, and booking date. Request a shipment-specific assessment.
- Which carriers does Ekutano work with?
- Carrier options vary by origin, destination, cargo, and schedule. Ekutano can help review available options for a specific shipment. Confirm the carrier, routing, and quoted rate before booking.
- Which areas of Madagascar does Ekutano serve?
- Ekutano is based in Antananarivo and focuses on coordination through Toamasina and the RN2 inland corridor. Other routes and destinations depend on cargo requirements and current service-provider capacity. Confirm coverage for your destination before booking.
- How do I get started with Ekutano?
- Send a message through the contact page or reach Ekutano by phone or WhatsApp. Include the goods, origin, destination, and target timing. Ekutano can then confirm whether it can support the shipment and outline the next steps.
- Does Ekutano handle customs clearance?
- Ekutano provides customs advisory and documentation coordination for shipments through Malagasy ports. Where a declaration must be filed by a licensed customs broker, filing is handled through an appropriately licensed broker. Confirm the scope and responsibilities for your shipment before booking.
- Can Ekutano support project cargo enquiries?
- Ekutano can assess project cargo requirements and coordinate planning with relevant carriers and service providers. Heavy-lift, out-of-gauge, customs, and inland transport arrangements depend on the cargo, route, permits, and available partner capacity.
Need a freight consultancy in Madagascar? Talk to us first.
Send your cargo details, origin, and requested timing. We will confirm whether we can support the enquiry and outline the next steps and expected response timing.
Phone: +261 34 20 640 03
Email: contact.ekutano@gmail.com