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In Africa’s fast-evolving mining sector, efficient materials handling is critical to project success—especially in operations with long haul distances, steep gradients, tight curves, or difficult terrain. For EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractors, haulage systems can become a major cost-driver, with a direct impact on project viability. At the sameContinue Reading

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Konecranes S series hoist brings intelligent solutions to enhance operator safety and productivity Crane safety is not optional—it’s essential. That’s the message from Ian Grobler, Sales Manager for Konecranes and Demag South Africa, as the company launches its cutting-edge Konecranes S series hoist, packed with smart technologies designed to elevateContinue Reading

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UK-based autonomous drone specialist Windracers has launched an operational hub in Malawi to demonstrate the capabilities of its ULTRA unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in supporting humanitarian air cargo missions across the region. The new hub is located at Kasungu Airfield in central Malawi and is part of a broader initiativeContinue Reading

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Liebherr Container Cranes continues to redefine container handling with its advanced range of Rubber Tyre Gantry (RTG) cranes, offering electric, hybrid, and variable speed generator (VSG) models. Designed with a strong focus on sustainability, performance, and adaptability, these RTGs empower terminal operators to enhance operational efficiency while progressing toward aContinue Reading

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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

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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

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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

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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