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  • FedEx Women Team Members Embrace New Opportunities in Logistics FedEx Women Team Members Embrace New Opportunities in Logistics

    Women – who have long been underrepresented in the logistics sector –  are building a significant presence in the industry. Around 19% of C-level logistics executives are now women, and industry leaders now see gender empowerment as a key driver of success.

  • AutoStore Launches New R5 Pro Robot AutoStore Launches New R5 Pro Robot

    AutoStore™, a leading robotic technology company and represented locally by Relog, is pleased to introduce the R5 Pro Robot, the latest version of the company’s field-proven R5 Robot. This new robotic solution is designed to address the specific demands of large-scale e-commerce operations, emphasizing better space usage, higher performance, and reduced total ownership costs for companies running multishift operations at scale. 

  • Seabourne Logistics expands to a new & improved facility in Gauteng Seabourne Logistics expands to a new & improved facility in Gauteng

    Seabourne Logistics is moving into its move into a new, expansive facility in Gauteng. The new 22 000 square metres premises signals a significant step forward for the company's growth and operational capabilities in the country.

  • AIIM expands temperature-controlled logistics platform with acquisition of Sequence Logistics AIIM expands temperature-controlled logistics platform with acquisition of Sequence Logistics

    Commercial Cold Holdings (CCH), a leading cold chain logistics platform controlled by African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM) a subsidiary of Old Mutual Alternative Investments, announced that it has closed a deal to acquire 100% of Sequence Logistics.

  • The SPAR Group introduces SPAR2U ‘green fleet’ for sustainable online deliveries The SPAR Group introduces SPAR2U ‘green fleet’ for sustainable online deliveries

    The SPAR Group has begun roll-out of its electric vehicle fleet for deliveries ordered via online shopping platform, SPAR2U. The extensive rollout, which follows a successful pilot-phase implemented in March this year, reinforces The SPAR Group's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability in the retail sector.

  • Manhattan WMS tops the charts once again Manhattan WMS tops the charts once again

    In the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), for the 15th consecutive time, Manhattan WMS is positioned highest in Ability to Execute and furthest on Completeness of Vision.

  • Air cargo helping drive local economic recovery Air cargo helping drive local economic recovery

    Evolving consumer behaviour and market trends have seen air cargo helping to drive South African economic recovery.

  • Unitrans wins two prestigious awards in the annual Master Drive competition Unitrans wins two prestigious awards in the annual Master Drive competition

    Unitrans has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence by securing two prestigious awards in the annual MasterDrive Fleet Safety Awards. The company landed first place in the categories Best Employer and Best Company – Medium Commercial Vehicles.

  • New SaferStops Association: an audacious and bold response to driver safety and wellness New SaferStops Association: an audacious and bold response to driver safety and wellness

    SaferStops Association (SSA), an innovative organisation dedicated to transforming the landscape for commercial drivers in South Africa through comprehensive safety and driver wellness initiatives, celebrated its official launch in July 2023. In its early stages, this groundbreaking public-private partnership has already gained significant traction, fuelled by a bold vision to create a more secure and supportive environment for all commercial drivers across the country.

  • Retailability’s riot-hit Durban DC back in operation Retailability’s riot-hit Durban DC back in operation

    South African retail group, Retailability has described the reconstruction of its 13 000m² apparel distribution centre at the Cornubia Ridge Logistics Park north of Durban as a “massive collaboration” and a “good news story” for the regional economy.

  • CtrlFleet acquires Fleetbeacon CtrlFleet acquires Fleetbeacon

    CtrlFleet a leading provider of transport management software, has announced its acquisition of Fleetbeacon, a fleet management automation platform. This strategic move marks a significant step forward in the company's mission to revolutionize the transport and logistics industry.

  • Goler partners with Relog to offer a financially sustainable path to expand your operation Goler partners with Relog to offer a financially sustainable path to expand your operation

    Growing your business or expanding your warehouse capacities shouldn’t be hindered by the cost of capital or the ability and/or availability of in-house skills and resources. Goler - a new brand in the industry with a valuable offering, aims to enable their customers to focus on what they do best - growing their business. Through their partnership with Relog, an industry-renowned logistics and supply chain consulting and infrastructure design company, Goler offers a bespoke turnkey solution in their ability to not only develop efficient and sustainable logistical solutions but also the ability to finance these solutions in a way that best suits your business.

  • Will a WMS resolve your supply chain issues? Will a WMS resolve your supply chain issues?

    Free your new WMS to deliver increased efficiency, accuracy, and inventory control. Not just mild relief from your current problems.

    Senior Management isn’t happy. Expecting a pleasant stroll through your warehouse, they found it an ordeal. After their string of speeches and a distinct lack of listening, they share their finding. To you it’s a simple statement of fact. “There’s a mountain of excess inventory and our customer service levels are inadequate. It’s clogging our warehouse and hurting our business” And their insightful conclusion? “ It’s inventory mismanagement...but we’ll fix that.”

  • South Africa’s Trade Outlook for 2024 South Africa’s Trade Outlook for 2024

    Global growth is expected to be subdued, if not stagnant in 2024 and amidst this slow growth and some of the challenging market conditions, global trade is also expected to be sluggish. In fact, according to The World Bank global trade growth, in 2024, is anticipated to be only half the average in the decade before the pandemic.

  • 2024: Tech trends impacting the freight forwarding industry 2024: Tech trends impacting the freight forwarding industry

    Digital transformation is becoming a must in the freight forwarding industry. With uncertainties becoming the norm, freight forwarders will need the right tools to ensure that they can survive and thrive despite the supply chain’s challenges.

  • 5 fleet management trends for 2024 5 fleet management trends for 2024

    Fleet management is undergoing major advances and 2024 will be a decisive year in two key areas: safety and decarbonisation. In addition, technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) applied to automotive will drive new challenges and opportunities in the sector.

  • Logistics News publisher takes on 7.5km Robben Island swim to fund memorial scholarship Logistics News publisher takes on 7.5km Robben Island swim to fund memorial scholarship

    Dalan Holton wears several hats in the business world – one of which is publisher of this esteemed magazine. As he’s about to hit the big 50, he decided a year prior that he would celebrate it by committing to train towards a gruelling and icy swim through shark-inhabited waters to raise funds for a cause that was close to his heart - The Daniel Lopes Memorial Scholarship.

  • Global Logistics Execs see coming Surge of African Investment Global Logistics Execs see coming Surge of African Investment

    Industry planning for expansion despite concerns about emerging markets risks

    Nearly 62% of global logistics professionals say their companies are planning additional or first-time investments in Africa, according to a closely watched yearly industry survey. The survey of 830 logistics executives is part of the 15th annual Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index, a snapshot of industry sentiment and ranking of the world’s 50 leading emerging markets.

  • Overnight road services – a viable alternative to air freight Overnight road services – a viable alternative to air freight

    In a landscape where businesses demand swift and dependable logistics solutions, Seabourne Logistics is leading with its innovative ONR (overnight road service), setting new industry standards and delivering goods punctually and rapidly.

  • Valentine's Day - a global cold chain challenge Valentine's Day - a global cold chain challenge

    Imagine going to a shop and it’s out of roses, chocolates, or luxury dining for two – it might mean a romantic plan is spoiled and reverting to a less-than-ideal back-up option. In February, Valentine’s Day is upon us again. For retailers, it’s a peak time for gift buying - roses, chocolates, luxury items, and special offers. Total spending in 2023 was expected to reach $25.9 billion, according to NRF data.