With the introduction of the new UD90 ATM model to its line-up Jacques Carelse, managing director of UD Trucks Southern Africa tells Simon Foulds why the company is so excited […]
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Black gold flows illegally – how to stop the flow
As the fuel price steadily increases, the rise in fuel theft and fraud poses a serious threat to transporters’ operating profits. Simon Foulds speaks to key industry players to find […]
Distance learning – Mind the gap
Not everyone is able to give up work to study further, which is why distance learning is a great alternative for companies wishing to empower staff through encouraging further studies. […]
2014 – the year of the MCV
MCVs play a pivotal role in many fleets. Simon Foulds speaks to Danie de Beer of Hyundai Automotive South Africa and Jacques Carelse of UD Trucks Southern Africa about growth […]
Making a profit
Managing rising operating costs efficiently is a fine art and as costs increase, managing your vehicles and drivers effectively is the difference between companies surviving or making a profit. Simon […]

Impact and VAT of e-tolls
Transport operators are experiencing an increase in the costs of moving goods through Gauteng as a result of the implementation of e-tolls. Simon Foulds speaks to industry experts to find […]
Multi Billion Rand fuel deal
A five year R15,5 billion contract to supply fuel to Transnet has been awarded to nine black and women owned companies. Following the announcement of this historic deal Simon Foulds speaks […]
New codes in BEE
There are methods to a raise a business’ BEE rating and Keith Levenstein, CEO of the BEE advisory firm EconoBEE, speaks to Simon Foulds about how this can be achieved […]
Investing R4.8million to train staff and community
Over the past two years, UD Trucks Southern Africa has invested more than R4.8million in training both staff and members of the community in various programmes. Simon Foulds finds out […]

Avoid marine cargo insurance mistakes
As South Africa continues to strengthen its international trade ties, it is becoming increasingly important for cargo owners to get to grips with the complexities of arranging marine cargo insurance. […]