Inclement weather delays at the Port of Cape Town, compounded by the state-owned port and rail operator’s recovery from wind disruption, have forced Maersk to make significant adjustments to its shipping schedules. Over the past weekend, The Cape Independent reported that the Danish line had alerted customers to excessive waiting timesContinue Reading
Cape Town’s cruise industry is set for a strong season in 2025, with 24 ship calls expected at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal in March alone, according to Cruise Cape Town, operated by Wesgro. For the 2024/25 season, a total of 76 ship calls are scheduled—an increase from 67 lastContinue Reading
For the Port of Hamburg, the year 2024 was marked by numerous geopolitical and economic challenges. International trade was impacted by both the war in Ukraine and the conflicts in the Middle East, fuelling uncertainty in global markets. In Germany, economic output declined by 0.2%. Industrial production also experienced aContinue Reading
Bruks Siwertell has been awarded a contract for a new Siwertell ship loader by Sky Ports, Egypt, a division of the Sky Logistics Group. This ship loader will play a critical role in boosting Egypt’s cement export sector, serving essential markets across the Mediterranean, Africa, and other regions. The SiwertellContinue Reading
A Bangladeshi-owned bulk carrier found itself in distress after GPS jamming caused it to veer off course and run aground near the Russian port of Ust-Luga in late December. The vessel remained stranded for weeks without immediate assistance, leaving its crew in a desperate situation. Stranded Without Help The vessel,Continue Reading
Ethiopia is making significant strides toward securing access to the sea by deepening diplomatic ties with Somalia, according to Nebiat Getachew, spokesperson for Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Speaking to APA News, Getachew emphasized that Ethiopia’s economic future depends on reliable maritime access, making recent diplomatic engagements with Somalia aContinue Reading
Western Cape MEC for Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Ivan Meyer, has welcomed the lifting of the ban on vegetable exports to Botswana. This comes after the previous administration of Botswana, led by President Mokgweetsi Masisi, imposed a ban on South African produce to support domestic farmers and reduce relianceContinue Reading
Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) and the port authority have begun testing a new truck booking system, allowing transporters to access the terminal only 30 minutes before their confirmed slot. This pilot initiative, expected to be fully implemented by March, aims to reduce congestion and improve efficiency at one ofContinue Reading
Belgian logistics giant Katoen Natie has placed an order for four all-electric Konecranes Gottwald Mobile Harbor Cranes to modernize its Port of Antwerp operations. The investment aligns with global sustainability trends and sets an example for African ports aiming to improve efficiency while reducing carbon emissions. The order, bookedContinue 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
