Shipping and Logistics

South African shippers and logistics stakeholders are being urged to prepare for widespread disruption across the country’s freight and cargo movement networks, as the United National Transport Union (Untu) signals the start of protected strike action against Transnet. Heneways, a leading freight forwarding and logistics company, issued a logistics advisoryContinue Reading

As global freight sectors race toward decarbonisation, Africa stands at a critical crossroads. While Europe pushes toward a climate-neutral truck fleet by 2050, similar pressures are mounting across the continent—driven by environmental responsibility, rising fuel costs, and international trade alignment. For stakeholders in Africa’s cargo and dry bulk sectors, theContinue Reading

Transnet’s newly released Network Statement marks a pivotal shift in South Africa’s freight rail strategy, calling on the private sector to take a leading role in revitalising the country’s struggling logistics infrastructure. If executed effectively, this approach could improve operational efficiency and provide a long-overdue economic boost—vital in a countryContinue Reading

WareGreen partners with HELI for lithium-ion forklifts, enhancing efficiency and sustainability, while HELI Oceania expands with a new Brisbane branch. In the ever-evolving landscape of material handling, businesses are increasingly seeking solutions that align with their operational needs and sustainability goals. INFRACO, a multifaceted company based on the Sunshine Coast,Continue Reading

In a groundbreaking moment for Zambia’s energy sector, the country has successfully completed its first diesel offloading under the newly introduced Open Access Framework. This historic event took place at the TAZAMA tanks in Dar es Salaam, marking a pivotal step towards greater efficiency and competition in Zambia’s petroleum industry.Continue Reading