Government has secured funding for the construction of the first logistics hub at the Gulu Railway station, targeting the markets in South Sudan through Alegu and the Democratic Republic of […]
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Port of Cape Town gets new manager to whip it into shape
The Transnet National Ports Authority has made a few appointments for various port manager positions including the appointment of Port of Cape Town’s first black female manager, Mpumi Dweba-Kwetana, who takes over the reins from Sipho Nzuza. Dweba-Kwetana […]
supplychainforesight advocates smart navigation
Kate Stubbs, executive of marketing and communication at Barloworld Logistics, presented the findings of the company’s recently concluded supplychainforesight survey for 2016 in Johannesburg last week. Addressing attendees on the findings […]
Transforming transport and logistics in Africa
Carried by a young and multicultural team, Bifasor is a startup seeking to digitize the logistics market in Africa and transform the current landscape. The company offers a matchmaking platform […]
supplychainforesight 2016 underway
Barloworld Logistics’ supplychainforesight is an independent study into South Africa’s business strategies and supply chains. Collaborating with industry leaders, it attempts to identify key issues, upcoming trends and future opportunities across […]
Clearing agents given reality check
Attendees of the 3rd Logistics Business Breakfast were given a reality check from Professional Shipping’s Heloise Kruger, who is actively engaged with customs operations on a daily basis. Speaking at […]
Logistics Business Breakfast tackles new customs legislation
The Southern Africa Shippers Transport and Logistics Council (SASTALC), in collaboration with the Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) hosted the 3rd Logistics Business Breakfast (LBB) for 2015 at […]
Bloem gets container park
A shipping line contracted container park and bulk product packing and distribution centre has opened in Bloemfontein. The adjacent facilities are the result of agreements between the Bloemfontein Container Park […]
Online logistics portal launched
The newly launched Logistic Directory is a live, central repository that allows consumers to contact freight companies and match their logistic needs with reputable transport suppliers. “As a consumer, having […]
Learnership effectiveness in logistics and supply chain management
By Dr Frances Wright, lecturer for the Institute of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Global economic pressure and rapid advances in technology and the knowledge-based economy have seen much of […]