Author:focus-on-transport
“I do believe in the horse. The automobile is no more than a transitory phenomenon”, is the quote (attributed to Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany) that greets visitors at the start of the exhibition of the Mercedes-Benz Museum. Could any person at the time have had a more misguided opinion, asks GAVIN MYERS after visiting the mind-blowing Stuttgart exhibition. If there’s one undeniable truth that identifies modern society, it is that its development was vastly accelerated by transportation and, since […]
What are the financial risks attached to global insurance programmes for fleet owners with cross-border operations? WILLIAM GEORGE finds out. There are several financial risks that businesses with cross-border operations need to take into account. It is, therefore, ideal to have insurance that best complements the nature of the business. Africa remains one of the fastest-growing regions in the world and many South African organisations are focusing their growth strategies beyond the border, despite the unpredictable commodity market. This opportunity […]
With more than 5 500 permanently employed drivers on its books, Innovative Staffing Solutions (iSS) has developed comprehensive training, as well as systems and procedures to ensure its drivers are properly prepared to negotiate South African roads with skill and confidence. Arnoux Maré, MD of Innovative Staffing Solutions – the largest subsidiary of Innovative Solutions Group – says the business outsources employees to clients in the transport, mining, industrial and security industries. “Our large contingent of drivers has necessitated the […]
How can technology be leveraged to ease traffic congestion? If there’s one thing I hate about commuting, it is the traffic. Commuters in any of our country’s major cities are bound to come up against tailback-causing accidents, out-of-order traffic lights, roadworks, slow-moving vehicles – the list goes on… And so it was with interest that I recently read a piece by Teddy Daka, group CEO of digital solutions provider Ansys, about traffic management of the future entitled “Local solutions to […]
The Johannesburg Expo Centre Nasrec will be abuzz between March 13 and 16, when the 2018 Bauma Conexpo Africa opens its doors. The largest trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines and construction vehicles in Africa continues to attract international participation, highlighted by four new joint pavilions and exhibiting companies from all over the world. “In view of the general economic conditions, interest in Bauma Conexpo Africa is satisfying,” says Stefan Rummel, MD of Messe München. He […]
Goodyear has previewed some interesting innovations in tyre technology at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, one of which could have wide-ranging implications for fleet operators. The company’s intelligent tyre prototype is designed to ensure optimal connectivity between the tyre and fleet operators by incorporating a complete tyre information system, which includes a tyre, sensors and cloud-based algorithms that all work together to communicate in real-time with fleet operators via a mobile app. “As shared mobility continues to grow in popularity, […]
The infrastructure backlog afflicting African countries could soon receive some relief from the United Kingdom’s (UK) Department for International Trade (DIT). The World Bank estimates the backlog, in the sub-Saharan region alone, to be about US$93 billion (R1,1 trillion) a year. DIT in Africa has a presence in 21 countries across the continent and can enable the provision of these facilities through UK Export Finance (UKEF), the United Kingdom’s export credit agency, a part of DIT. Loans can be extended […]
Customs regulations affect all companies involved in international trade. Regulations, costs and delays are just some of the issues… Logistics service provider Dachser has, therefore, designed processes that streamline operational functions within its customs team; which is made up of specialist personnel who are able to analyse and assess client requirements. “As the costs associated with bringing goods into South Africa are becoming more prohibitive – especially when importing from Europe and the United States – clients want reassurance that […]
Note: For the time being, Great Wall Motors SA (GWM) and Mercedes-Benz SA (MBSA) will only report aggregated sales data. The GWM and MBSA commercial vehicle market split volumes are estimates based on historical trends and forecasting techniques. Light Commercial Vehicles < 3 501 kg November Total: 14 587 December Total: 12 115 Fiat Group 47 41 Ford Motor Company 3 115 2 749 GMSA 1 697 910 GWM 164 142 Hyundai Automotive SA 294 156 JMC 30 21 […]
Note: For the time being, Great Wall Motors SA (GWM) and Mercedes-Benz SA (MBSA) will only report aggregated sales data. The GWM and MBSA commercial vehicle market split volumes are estimates based on historical trends and forecasting techniques. Light Commercial Vehicles < 3 501 kg Total: 11 689 Fiat Group 48 Ford Motor Company 2 372 GWM 184 Hyundai Automotive SA 207 Isuzu Motors South Africa 1 200 JMC 33 Kia South Africa 100 Mahindra 304 Mazda South Africa […]
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