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Leading truck manufacturer Scania solves a South African packaging company’s transport problem Since volume took precedent over weight in South African packaging company Golden Era’s transport strategy, the company turned to leading truck manufacturer Scania to help it solve the unique challenges it faced in getting products such as beverage cans to its customers. “The more volume our trucks carry, the more costs we are able save,” says Brent Bressler, operations manager for Golden Era’s Mogwase-based Mopani Logistics Division. “Scania […]
Volvo Trucks is adding another name to its suite of “I” systems. PAUL WHITE travelled to the company’s hometown of Gothenburg to find out what benefits the new I-Save system offers operators It began with Volvo Trucks naming its somewhat revolutionary transmission I-Shift. Since then we have seen a number of improvements to the Swedish manufacturer’s trucks with systems such as I-See, I-Roll and I-Cruise. Now Volvo Trucks is adding another name to its suite of “I” systems, with the […]
An out-the-box solution from Thermo King has helped a German transport operator improve on-the-road cold chain efficiency Thermo King, a specialist in temperature control for a variety of transport applications, has provided a large logistics company in Germany with a unique solution for an efficient, reliable and sustainable power supply for its refrigerated trailers. The company has combined battery-powered generator sets with solar panels to ensure that B&H Logistik’s refrigerated vehicles are always ready to maintain vital cold chain temperatures […]
Strides taken in the design of refrigerated trucks – and changes in techniques and materials used to produce insulated bodies – saw Durban-based trailer manufacturer Serco win a gold award for innovation at last month’s Automechanika Johannesburg Since 1970, Europe and the United Kingdom have adhered to legislated standards for temperature-controlled vehicles, with strict thermal tests conducted to establish compliancy with regard to the transportation of perishable foodstuffs. There, it is illegal for road hauliers to transport perishable fresh or […]
UD Trucks’ all-new Quon – born for a new generation For the first time since 2004, UD Trucks has fully updated its flagship Quon. The extra-heavy-duty truck, unveiled at last month’s Futuroad Expo at Automechanika Johannesburg, continues to reflect the brand’s dedication to supporting customers’ businesses in every respect – but with heightened focus on technological innovation. In taking the wraps off the vehicle, Gert Swanepoel, managing director of UD Trucks Southern Africa, said that from inception the brand had […]
“We utilise the services offered by Fesarta/Transist to assist with any transport-related issues our company has in South Africa. On every occasion, problems have been resolved quickly, efficiently and effectively. We will continue to use Fesarta’s and Transist’s services as and when required.” – Adrian Chant, Alro Transport Cross-border transport is being plundered by various authorities on trade corridors by over regulation and predatory enforcement practices. Fesarta is fully engaged with various regional structures in trying to resolve the systemic […]
TM Training, a dynamic driver training company, offers specialised courses in a variety of vehicle categories Are your drivers driving you crazy? Hone their driving skills and teach them how to navigate the roads safely using light, heavy or combination type vehicles. Tshireletso Multi-Skills and Training – trading as TM Training – is a dynamic training company established in 2012. It offers specialised courses in driver training including: • Light Rigid Vehicle (Code 08 to 14); • Heavy Rigid Vehicle […]
Disproportionate access to important information makes small to medium enterprises (SMEs) targets of cybercriminals SMEs are at the greatest risk from cyber-security threats, and their vulnerability in turn poses a danger to major corporations with which they do business. That’s the view of Steven Melnyk, professor of supply chain management at Michigan State University in the United States, who recently shared his insights with local supply chain professionals at the inaugural SAPICS Spring Conference. “Blockchain is vastly overrated; supply chain […]
Vatican chooses Japanese carmaker for pontiff’s island visit A Nissan NP300 Hardbody provided the basis for a unique Popemobile during a stopover last month in Mauritius by Pope Francis as part of a three-country visit to Africa, marking the first time a pontiff has used a vehicle manufactured by the brand. According to a statement issued by Nissan, the Roman Catholic Church has been using specially developed vehicles for papal visits since 1965, when Pope Paul VI used one in […]
The main differences between the International Chambers of Commerce Incoterms published last month and those stipulated in the previous edition relate to levels of insurance cover that sellers must obtain, as an expert at Norton Rose Fulbright explains The International Chambers of Commerce (ICC) released the new Incoterms – referred to as Incoterms 2020 – on September 10. Although many changes will not substantially affect traders, there have been significant alterations to insurance provisions. The cosmetic changes to the new […]
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