The global logistics provider DACHSER put twelve fully electric MAN eTGX trucks into service on February 21. With these special ultra-low-liner truck tractors, DACHSER can now expand its steadily growing fleet of e-trucks into its high-volume transport business with mega trailers. These trailers boast an additional 20 centimeters in interiorContinue Reading
Geneva, Switzerland, 3 February 2025 – MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has launched iReefer, the most advanced container monitoring system for refrigerated cargo. This innovative solution enables customers to track and monitor their temperature-controlled shipments in real time, from anywhere in the world. With iReefer, customers gain instant access to vitalContinue Reading
Bruks Siwertell has secured a significant order for a Siwertell ship loader from Sky Ports, Egypt, part of the Sky Logistics Group. The ship loader will play a vital role in supporting Egypt’s cement export industry, catering to key markets in the Mediterranean, Africa, and beyond. This screw-type Siwertell 1BContinue Reading
Nigeria has taken a major step toward streamlining trade with the official launch of its Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programme by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). “The launch of this programme is a key milestone in the modernization and efficiency drive of the Nigeria Customs Service, led by the Comptroller-GeneralContinue Reading
Ongoing and planned port expansions are intensifying competition among operators, each striving to establish their port as the region’s key hub. As East Africa becomes increasingly integrated into global supply chains, the demand for efficient hub ports continues to grow. Tanzania vs. Kenya: The Battle for Dominance Tanzania’s port developmentContinue Reading
A recent Carte Blanche exposé on Transnet and the Port of Cape Town has faced criticism for failing to address key labour issues, despite capturing footage of concerning worker behavior—such as a port employee appearing more focused on a mobile phone than the job at hand and a crane operatorContinue Reading
Meetings Africa commenced on February 24, bringing together industry leaders to discuss strategies for South Africa’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector ahead of the highly anticipated G20 and B20 summits. These events are expected to bring between 50,000 and 60,000 visitors to South Africa throughout the year, withContinue Reading
Air Mauritius has announced the departure of its CEO, Charles Cartier, after less than a year in the role. Cartier stepped down following his non-re-election to the Board of Directors, marking yet another leadership change at the airline in a short period. He had been appointed in March 2024, succeedingContinue Reading
The integration of hydrogen fuel cell technology in freight transport is gaining momentum, with BMW Group spearheading a pilot initiative under the European H2Haul programme. This development is of significant interest to Africa’s cargo and break bulk sectors, as hydrogen-powered trucks could revolutionize logistics by offering a sustainable alternative toContinue Reading
The ongoing dispute surrounding FlySafair’s ownership has brought South Africa’s aviation regulatory framework into the spotlight. A key question emerging from this debate is whether the country’s strict foreign ownership restrictions remain sustainable in an increasingly globalized economy. The Case for Local Ownership Maintaining domestic control over national airlines throughContinue Reading
