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Meet the factory of the future December 9, 2021 SEAT and Eurecat are working on an innovative project that uses drones to transport parts autonomously to the production line In SEAT’s factory in Martorell, Spain, a drone flies above the production lines. It’s part of a pioneering new project between SEAT and the Eurecat centre to explore the possibility of using drones to optimise logistics supply. “Our goal with this project is to explore the advantages of autonomous vertical mobility […]
A tougher tyre for people carriers December 9, 2021 Dunlop SP VAN01, the company’s newest generation of tyres developed especially for vans, takes the challenging African road conditions into consideration, delivering a safe, reliable, durable and comfortable ride. “Drivers of private or public transport vehicles need to consider many factors when selecting the right tyre for their people carrier, light truck or van,” says Lubin Ozoux, CEO of the tyre manufacturer Sumitomo Rubber South Africa. “The Dunlop SP VAN01 makes […]
Pandemic highlights need for functional supply chains December 9, 2021 Supply chains do more than get goods from manufacturers to end users – they save lives. This has never been more evident than during the Covid-19 crisis. Ensuring adequate, uninterrupted supplies of life-saving medicines and medical oxygen, getting PPE (personal protective equipment) where and it is needed, and distributing Covid-19 vaccines all depend on efficient supply chains and the people who manage them. The pandemic has highlighted the critical need […]
Erik Bergvall appointed MD of Scania December 9, 2021 There’s a new man at the helm of Scania Southern Africa – and he joins the company with a wealth of experience in all areas of the business Following Scania’s global decision to introduce several changes to its commercial operation which will see a strengthened strategic transformation across the Scania Group’s regional hubs, Scania has announced the appointment of Erik Bergvall as the new managing director for Southern Africa. Bergvall takes […]
Purpose-driven supply chains December 9, 2021 SAPICS (The Professional Body for Supply Chain Management) has announced the theme of the 2022 SAPICS Conference is “Purpose Driven Supply Chains”. This important event takes place from 12 to 15 June 2022 at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. “There will be some online elements, but we are hoping that the supply chain community will be able to gather in person again to learn, network and share knowledge at the 44th annual […]
Bates Motors acquires Isuzu Truck World December 15, 2021 Bates Motors, Isuzu’s first 100% African black-owned dealership in South Africa, has acquired Isuzu Truck World. KwaZulu-Natal-based Bates Motors, which is an authorised Isuzu franchisee, has signalled its entry into Gauteng with a 100% share acquisition of Isuzu Truck World in Kempton Park. The sale of Isuzu Truck World to Bates Motors has been funded through a combination of own equity and debt through the newly launched Automotive Investment Transformation Fund […]
Telematics taking off December 10, 2021 Ekim Saribardak summarises things perfectly in his piece for Forbes*. “Though it has been around since 2010, vehicle telematics has moved to the forefront of the transportation industry, particularly during the pandemic. In fact, advancements in GPS tracking technology and telematics are continuing to evolve with paradigm shifts, improved efficiencies and minimised costs – all while improving driver safety“ Saribardak adds that the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic compelled the fleet industry to adopt […]
Waste not, want not December 14, 2021 Using food waste collected from 41 stores of the German supermarket chain Lidl, McCulla will start to create fully renewable biomethane gas at its own anaerobic digester plant in Lisburn. This will power a sustainable, next-generation transport operation to deliver produce to Lidl stores across Northern Ireland – every day. The new fleet of eight biomethane-powered trucks marks the first significant business integration between the European transport and retail sector and represents a […]
REVEALED: the world’s first zero-emission port December 9, 2021 Automated and electrified processes have paved the way for the Container Terminal Altenwerder (CTA) – operated by Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) – to become the world’s first container terminal to receive climate-neutral certification. SUSANNE THEISSEN took a tour through the extraordinary Hamburg quays. The quays are also the venue for the Hamburg TruckPilot project organised jointly by MAN and HHLA to test the deployment of autonomous trucks at a […]
The crucial role of Sapics November 10, 2021 Reflecting its commitment to building and supporting a pipeline of talent in the supply chain management profession, SAPICS recently hosted the 7th annual Young Professional and Student Conference. The Professional Body for Supply Chain Management (SAPICS) promotes supply chain management as an exciting and dynamic career for students and new graduates. Its recent free conference – a virtual event, due to the Covid-19 pandemic – was commended by the youngsters who attended. […]
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