The supply chain landscape is transforming rapidly, driven by technological advancements, shifting market demands and the growing need for more resilient and sustainable competitive solutions. Unitrans, an end-to-end supply chain and operations services business, continues redefining regional logistics by investing and leveraging cutting-edge technologies and staying ahead of emerging trends.
The supply chain landscape is transforming rapidly, driven by technological advancements, shifting market demands and the growing need for more resilient and sustainable competitive solutions. Unitrans, an end-to-end supply chain and operations services business, continues redefining regional logistics by investing and leveraging cutting-edge technologies and staying ahead of emerging trends.
Due to the standard top-to-tail orientation of wind blade shipping, components such as wind blades have often been delivered to specific port locations that are capable of either double handling each component that arrives in the incorrect orientation or that has extensive space to complete various shunt manoeuvres prior to arriving in laydown areas.
CtrlFleet, has introduced CtrlBeacon, their latest workflow and reporting layer to revolutionize how fleets manage their operations. CtrlBeacon is a comprehensive solution that integrates seamlessly into an existing Transport Management System (TMS), bringing automation & alerts, compliance, and workflow efficiency into one dynamic package.
59 Mr Price Group Associates recently graduated with learnership qualifications. These graduates join over 320 existing graduates for the FY2025 year. A special moment from the ceremony was when one of our graduates sang "Kuse khaya la noma ngabe izindlu ezodaka!" which loosely translates to "Mr Price is home no matter what." This heartfelt performance truly captured the spirit of the day which echoed the graduation theme: My Mr Price, My Future.
Ocean Network Express (ONE), one of the world's largest liner shipping companies, has provided free transportation of 11,500 books directly supporting the vital work of the South African Primary Education Support Initiative (SAPESI).
DHL Express has partnered with Tusk, a charity dedicated to accelerating the impact of Africa-driven conservation, to transport 17 critically endangered mountain bongo antelopes from the Rare Species Conservatory Foundation (RSCF) in Florida to a sanctuary on the slopes of Mount Kenya, run by the Meru Bongo and Rhino Conservation Trust. Bred in Florida (US), mountain bongos are on the verge of extinction with fewer than 100 left in the wild due to poaching, forest degradation and habitat fragmentation.
Indian consumers can look forward to a flavourful citrus season as the first shipment of South African lemons for the 2025 season arrived in India this week. This eagerly anticipated arrival is also the very first shipment of lemons exported to India by FruitOne, a local citrus cultivation and export company.
Productivity is key in warehouse operations and managing your forklift fleet more effectively can enhance a company's operational effectiveness, boosting productivity & safety. Today, telematics technology has transformed forklift fleet management, providing businesses with real-time data and insights that allow for better decision-making and greater control over their warehouse operations.
Following Advent International’s acquisition of (SA- born) SYSPRO, the company has moved swiftly to execute its growth strategy. Within the first quarter of ownership, SYSPRO completed the acquisition of NexSys, a long-standing partner in the UK. This milestone significantly bolsters SYSPRO’s presence in the UK and will extend its reach across Europe.
At the recent Propak Africa 2025, Bidvest unveiled the launch of Bidvest Labels, a move that cements its position as a leader in the labelling sector. The new entity brings together Rotolabel, S&N Labels and Spec Systems, following the recent acquisition of Spec Systems, a respected specialist in labelling, barcoding and thermal transfer ribbons.
