Regulars
Regulars
FOcus on transport and Logistics
Our regular columns and sections are all contributions from leading industry figures.
Third-party rail access: can it work?
Third-party rail access: can it work? November 12, 2024 Since the 1980s, allowing private train operators access to previously monopolised, state-owned railway networks has...
The importance of participative management
The importance of participative management October 23, 2024 It is a proven fact that when employees understand why they are expected to do certain...
Good parenting means setting aside differences
Good parenting means setting aside differences November 5, 2024 In recent years, the South African government has faced numerous economic challenges, including balancing budget...
Transnet is the economy’s binding constraint
Transnet is the economy’s binding constraint November 7, 2024 Despite improved electricity stability post-elections in 2024, CHRIS HATTINGH says South Africa’s economic growth remains...
Supply chain skills key to small business survival
Supply chain skills key to small business survival November 7, 2024 “Small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) have a crucial role to play in...
A Tesla Cybertruck for Cops? Only in SA’s dreams!
A Tesla Cybertruck for Cops? Only in SA’s dreams! October 23, 2024 The end of the year is nigh! So, I’ve decided to have...
Road freight breakthroughs needed to realise AfCFTA’s potential
Road freight breakthroughs needed to realise AfCFTA’s potential November 7, 2024 The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) holds immense promise for unlocking interstate...
Swings and roundabouts: The Maintenance pendulum (Part 3)
Swings and roundabouts: The Maintenance pendulum (Part 3) September 25, 2024 Vehicle maintenance (VM) contracts are becoming increasingly popular within the transport industry. In...
Unpacked: How to calculate payload on a flat deck link
Unpacked: How to calculate payload on a flat deck link September 24, 2024 A FOCUS reader recently posed an interesting question: “What is the...
Dancing with death
Dancing with death September 30, 2024 Let’s face it: truck drivers in South Africa often get a raw deal. They’re the backbone of our...
Does policy paralysis pay?
Does policy paralysis pay? September 30, 2024 The road freight industry has “growed like Topsy” and is now out of control. Nick PORÉE explains...
People to see and places to be…
People to see and places to be… October 1, 2024 What exactly does transport mean for humankind? SHARMINI NAIDOO explains that we don’t use...
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