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WhereIsMyTransport launches transit API following £1.165 seed funding
WhereIsMyTransport launches transit API following £1.165 seed funding
A new transport data platform from WhereIsMyTransport launches... read


Aviation
New SAA board appointments
New SAA board appointments
Eleven new non-executive directors have been appointed to the Board of SAA for a three year period starting from 1 September 2016... read
British Airways completes Boeing 747 makeover
British Airways completes Boeing 747 makeover
British Airways completed the major makeover of 18 Boeing 747s with each jumbo jet now featuring a refreshed interior and state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system... read
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Intra-regional trade has the potential to boost African economies
"There are multiple opportunities to increase intra-regional trade, especially in line with the Tripartite Free Trade Agreement. If used properly, this agreement has the potential to significantly boost economic growth in the region." read
Fleet Management
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How to save money for a growing fleet
Fleet managers don't need to be reminded of the importance of increasing fleet efficiency as they are constantly under pressure to bring down costs. Dr David Molapo says the following are sure ways to improve fleet efficiency... read
Railway
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TPT East London grain elevator rail connectivity refurbishment to meet import demands
The TPT East London terminal has stepped up to the plate with their recent grain elevator rail connectivity refurbishment to meet South Africa's urgent need for imported grain... read
Shipping
New R300m floating dock revitalises economy and creates jobs
New R300m floating dock revitalises economy and creates jobs
A R300m investment into a new floating dock will give the shipping industry a major economic boost as well as enhance skills development... read
Supply Chain
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SAPICS conference highlights a need for supply chain change
Disruption in supply chain management is nothing new, but supply chain professionals still have a lot of changes to make to ensure the continued survival of their employers... read
Doing business in Sub-Saharan Africa is getting riskier
Doing business in Sub-Saharan Africa is getting riskier
Operational risk for companies doing business in Sub-Saharan Africa is on the increase. Supply chain risk in Sub-Saharan Africa worsened during the second quarter of 2016 according to the CIPS Risk Index... read
Transport
Export on the forefront in creating jobs for KZN
Export on the forefront in creating jobs for KZN

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Emerging exporters, existing exporters and seasoned exporters will all gather at the Durban International Convention Centre from 17-21 October to learn, network and discuss export and trade opportunities... read
Warehousing
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa announces R205m line upgrade
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa announces R205m line upgrade
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is upgrading its Phoenix plant at an estimated cost of R205m, to boost production capacity and speed up turnaround times... read
Business
Johan Eksteen is overall winner of 2016 Entrepreneur of the Year competition
Johan Eksteen is overall winner of 2016 Entrepreneur of the Year competition
Johan Eksteen, owner of Agricon and a previous finalist in the Sanlam and Business/Partners Entrepreneur of the Year competition, is the overall winner of the 2016 competition, announced in Johannesburg on 1 September 2016... read
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