The Nakonde Border Post in Zambia, which serves as a vital transit point for goods moving from Tanzania to the Copperbelt region, is increasingly facing severe congestion, disrupting the flow of goods and posing risks to regional trade. The border, which connects Zambia with Tanzania via the Dar es SalaamContinue Reading
Namibia is currently considering lifting its ban on vegetable imports from South Africa, a move that could reshape agricultural trade in the region and impact the dynamics within the Southern African Customs Union (SACU), which includes Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, and Eswatini. Trade tensions within SACU have been a point ofContinue Reading
Mozambique’s $60 billion+ liquefied natural gas (LNG) investment has been described as the second-largest industrial project in history, after the International Space Station. However, escalating security threats and shifting global energy policies are raising serious concerns about the project’s future. Security Risks Threaten LNG Logistics in Cabo Delgado Long-distance hauliersContinue Reading
As Africa’s agricultural exports and perishable trade continue to grow, efficient and reliable cold chain logistics are more critical than ever. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world’s largest shipping line, has introduced iReefer, an advanced remote tracking system that gives African exporters real-time visibility over their refrigerated cargo—ensuring freshness andContinue Reading
As Africa’s bulk cargo and mining industries continue to expand, efficient transshipment solutions are becoming more critical than ever. Bedeschi, a global leader in bulk material handling, has recently secured a major contract in Indonesia, delivering a state-of-the-art floating terminal designed to handle 35,000 tons per day (tpd) ofContinue 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
Port of Tilbury Expands Operations with Investment in LHM 550 Mobile Harbour Crane The Port of Tilbury, part of the Forth Ports group, is located on the iconic River Thames and serves as the UK’s primary hub for the import and export of goods. Handling 16 million tonnes annually, itContinue Reading
Capesize Market The Capesize market saw a generally softer week, with the 5TC dropping to $6,733 by Thursday, before slightly recovering to $6,964 by the end of the week. The Pacific showed signs of strength early on, driven by healthy cargo flows and tightening tonnage. However, reported fixtures struggled toContinue Reading
In 2024, HOPA Ports (Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority) made significant strides, handling a combined total of 11.46 million metric tonnes (MT) of cargo through its facilities in Hamilton, Oshawa, and the Thorold Multimodal Hub. The record cargo volume reflects the growing importance of trade-enabling infrastructure to Ontario’s economy, supporting key industriesContinue 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
