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Owner-drivers to the fore at Coca-Cola November 10, 2021 The devastation of the pandemic and the destruction associated with the protests have meant that 2021 has been a challenging year for South Africa. Thanks to the invaluable support of owner-drivers, transport companies have been able to survive the impact of these adverse conditions… Following National Transport Month, which took place during October, logistics manager at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), Ndanganeni Adjei (pictured below), reflects on the need for companies […]
Dropping a bomb on illegal mining October 28, 2021 Enact senior researcher Richard Chelin and senior training coordinator Willem Els say* that it is essential to curb the trafficking of explosives to combat illegal mining syndicates. “Acting on a tip-off, a South African Police Service (SAPS) team arrived at an unoccupied mine on the outskirts of Johannesburg. It was a warm day and everything appeared calm above ground. Yet this routine inspection turned violent underground as battles erupted between the […]
Last chance to enter IFOY! October 26, 2021 The application period for the International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Award 2022 is about to close. Suppliers of products and solutions only have until October 30 to apply for this sought-after accolade. In addition to forklifts, warehouse technology and special vehicles, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), shuttles, robots, cargo bikes, drones, cranes, software and apps as well as successfully implemented, integrated warehouse solutions are also eligible for application. Outstanding […]
Truck drivers: unsung heroes October 26, 2021 The truck accident in Johannesburg last month, in which a chemical tanker’s tyre burst, causing it to lose control and collide with other vehicles, is a reminder of the challenging environment truck drivers have to navigate in South Africa. Truck drivers on the road often have a negative reputation, despite their crucial role in moving goods. If an incident occurs, the general assumption is that the truck driver is at fault. However, countless […]
Supply chain digitalisation: is it all good? October 13, 2021 When supply chain digitalisation works well, it offers numerous benefits. However, it comes with pitfalls, as speakers at the recent digital SAPICS Conference noted… Digital transformation is at the top of most organisations’ agendas today. Supply chain digitalisation aims to leverage digital technologies to ensure that supply chains are more connected, have end-to-end visibility, and are more resilient, flexible, efficient and cost-effective than ever. That’s the aim, but according to […]
Solutions for changing business environments October 13, 2021 The global business environment is ever-changing – and the change happens at a rapid pace. To survive during these troubling times, businesses and their partners must continually adapt to give themselves an edge over the competition. Ctrack has the solution … Anyone who wants to operate vehicles efficiently needs information. Having the correct information in a tangible format is essential to making the right decisions. “No matter what industry your business operates […]
Boosting productivity in high-demand logistics industry October 13, 2021 UD Trucks’ Quon range continues to solve many of the issues facing fleet owners in the local transport industry, such as fuel efficiency, productivity, driver safety and comfort, as well as uptime. Launched in 2019, the Quon Euro 5 level range features eight derivatives aimed at bringing cutting-edge innovation to the local operating environment. “Time is money, and this is especially so in the current transport environment,” says Filip Van den […]
eActros hits the road October 13, 2021 Series production of the new eActros started on October 7, and four near-series battery-powered eActros trucks have already hit the road. The trucks are being used by Logistik Schmitt, based in the northern Black Forest in Germany; Simon Loos in the Netherlands; Tevex Logistics in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany; and at Remondis, a German company that specialises in recycling, water management, municipal and industrial services. Logistik Schmitt’s eActros truck operates between Rastatt and Gaggenau […]
Isuzu partners with Metro to drive tourism October 13, 2021 Isuzu Motors South Africa has teamed up with the Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism Directorate as its official vehicle partner. The goal of the partnership is to encourage domestic travel to and within the Bay. “It is important for us as a corporate resident of the Bay to be part of the revival of our local economy and our communities,” says Mandlakazi Sigcawu, Isuzu executive, corporate and public affairs. “Our range […]
New Irizar ie truck enters production October 13, 2021 Have you seen a better-looking truck than this? We haven’t. It’s called the Irizar ie – and it is wowing buyers in Europe. Take-up of the all-new Irizar ie electric truck across Europe, following successful urban field tests, has led to the Spanish coachbuilder commencing production of the innovative municipal-specified vehicle earlier than expected. Significant orders have already come in from operators in Switzerland, Germany and Austria. Energy efficiency, safety, accessibility, […]
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