iTek Drives has secured a new order to supply motor control panels to a mining operation in Uganda, further expanding its presence across Sub-Saharan Africa. The panels will be shipped alongside variable frequency drives (VFDs) and replacement electric motors, enabling a comprehensive upgrade of the hoist, long-travel, and cross-travelContinue Reading
Konecranes has introduced its latest innovation—the Konecranes D-Series electric chain hoist, built to meet the demands of modern industries seeking durable, efficient, and safe lifting solutions. Engineered for reliability, the new hoist series combines robust construction, advanced safety features, and a compact, space-saving design, making it ideal for a wideContinue Reading
Fast and secure data transmission is becoming increasingly important in digitized logistics. An existing communications infrastructure is the basic prerequisite for this. To investigate how reliable the various communication networks are, researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Material Flow and Logistics IML have joined forces with DACHSER and the EuropeanContinue 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
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
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
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 increasing frequency and impact of geopolitical disruptions— ranging from trade wars and economic sanctions to regulatory upheavals—have placed global supply chains under unprecedented strain. Businesses across industries are now compelled to reassess their strategies to ensure resilience and maintain operational continuity in a world marked by uncertainty. At aContinue Reading
Uganda Airlines and Brussels Airlines Reopen Flights to Kinshasa Amid Regional Stability After a brief hiatus, Uganda Airlines and Brussels Airlines are back in the skies, resuming their flights to Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). On January 30, Uganda Airlines officially announced the restartContinue Reading
Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport has secured its spot as one of the busiest airports in the Middle East and Africa for 2024, ranking seventh on the list. This impressive achievement, according to aviation analytics firm OAG, is based on airline capacity, both domestic and international. OR Tambo saw 12.2Continue Reading
