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SAPICS: Collaborate and educate to fix logistics October 7, 2025 As South Africa observes Transport Month, supply chain industry body SAPICS is shining a spotlight on the critical link between transport infrastructure and national supply chain resilience. The organisation says collaboration and education are essential to building a safe, world-class logistics ecosystem that supports growth and competitiveness. โPort delays, rail disruptions, and infrastructure inefficiencies are costing the economy a reported R1 billion a day in lost trade. We have a […]
2025 Fleet Safety Awards: itโs almost time to meet the winners! October 13, 2025 Now in their fourth iteration, the 2025 Fleet Safety Awards recognise excellence in road safety among fleets, drivers, organisations, and facilities, while expanding to include sustainability in fleet operations. Launched in 2022, the Fleet Safety Awards have grown in stature. In 2025, they enter their fourth year with increased stakes: entrants now stand a chance to win a share of R250,000 in cash and prizes. The […]
Buffalo Truck Stop: Africaโs answer to the worldโs best October 17, 2025 Buffalo Truck Stop is setting a new benchmark in East London, offering world-class security, wellness, and services while prioritising driversโ dignity, safety, and efficiency. It is also strengthening South Africaโs logistics network and competitiveness. In the heart of East London, a quiet revolution is reshaping South Africa’s road freight industry. Buffalo Truck Stop, developed by Truckstops Africa, is far more than a rest point for weary drivers โ […]
Sophisticated solutions for cutting-edge cargo crime October 17, 2025 As cargo thieves around the world relentlessly target transport and logistics operations, JULIA TEW finds out that fleet managers are being challenged to adopt evermore sophisticated ways of protecting their businesses from potentially devastating losses. Cargo theft is big business โ and itโs thriving. Since 2021, there has been a 1,500% increase in cargo thefts in the US alone. Annual losses are estimated at up to US$35 billion and projected to […]
Is it time to outsource your fleet management? September 27, 2025 Are you struggling to keep your fleet running efficiently? Maybe itโs time to outsource certain tasks, while keeping control of the strategic ones. This can boost performance, cut costs, and free up your team to focus on growth. As South African logistics and transport operators face mounting pressures around cost, compliance, efficiency, and sustainability, the question of whether to outsource certain fleet management functions is becoming increasingly relevant. While […]
Reimagining supply chains for a disrupted world September 8, 2025 It’s time to reimagine how we build, manage, and leverage supply chains to grow stronger despite disruption. So said Andries Retief, DHL supply chain CCO for EMEA, in an insightful SAPICS Conference presentation. More than 700 supply chain managers convened in Cape Town for the 47th annual SAPICS Conference earlier this year to learn, share knowledge, and network. The conference is the leading event in Africa for the supply chain […]
South Africa must drive transport sustainability or risk being left behind September 8, 2025 Transport is the worldโs fastest-growing source of pollution. According to RS South Africaโs Erick Wessels, this puts South Africa at risk of losing competitiveness and missing sustainability goals. โTransportation is one of the fastest-growing contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions,โ says Wessels, sales director of RS South Africa. โIn 2019 alone, the sector accounted for 30% of global energy demand and 23% of direct COโ emissions. […]
Special Purpose Entities: Key to PPP success September 2, 2025 Public-private partnerships often stumble under bureaucracy and risk. A Special Purpose Entity (SPE) can provide structure, credibility, and operational readiness, offering a safer path to successful mega-project delivery. PROF JOHN MALULEKE and ADV A.M. MATJILA explain furtherโฆย When undertaking a public-private partnership (PPP) project, it is important to recognise that critical steps such as project conceptualisation, awareness, and registration with the concession granting authority (CGA) must be prioritised. In a […]
Hino maps a multi-path future August 28, 2025 Hino South Africa is looking firmly towards alternative energy solutions, trialling a diesel-electric hybrid that is already delivering significant fuel savings while also showcasing its battery-electric Dutro Z EV walk-through van. COLIN WINDELL reports that, although there are no immediate plans to launch the latter locally, both vehicles demonstrate the brandโs commitment to giving operators a range of powertrain options suited to specific needs. Looking towards future energy solutions, Hino South Africa […]
Mercedes-Benz Buses: shaping public transport September 12, 2025 During the Southern African Bus Operators Association (SABOA) Convention, Mercedes-Benz Buses showcased its ongoing commitment to the regionโs public transport sector. For Deon de Vries, General Manager of Mercedes-Benz Buses, the event was far more than a networking opportunity. โMercedes-Benz Buses regards SABOA as an important strategic partner and appreciates the high level of attention and professionalism,โ De Vries says. โIt serves as a vital platform for engaging directly with key stakeholders […]
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