A Critical Moment for South Africa’s Logistics Future

After a year of hard work and numerous developments in trade, transport, and logistics, we arrive at a crucial junction - an opportunity to evaluate the progress made in the last 12 months and chart the course forward. With the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) approaching, the Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) and the broader private sector have critically assessed whether the commitments made in SONA 2024 have translated into meaningful action.

Business for South Africa commends Transnet’s commitment to transformation of SA’s rail network

Following the publication of the Network Statement in December 2024, which was lauded as a critical step in the reform of South Africa’s rail network, Business for South Africa (B4SA) welcomes the revisions to the Network Statement, issued by Transnet’s Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) on 5 February 2025.

Everlectric secures funding to drive local EV adoption

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global electric vehicle (EV) stock surpassed 16 million vehicles in 2022, marking a 60% increase from the previous year, with another 35% increase in 2023 and 25% in 2024. The growth of EVs is also gaining momentum in South Africa, as the country shifts toward more sustainable transportation solutions.

VW to launch new Crafter

Launching in the first half of 2025, the new VW Crafter will come standard with digital instruments such as the Digital Cockpit and a 10.3-inch infotainment display based on the latest modular infotainment matrix (MIB). The visually freestanding Volkswagen system has a newly developed graphical interface and self-extensive technical update for the now Crafter explanatory menu navigation.

I-Plan celebrates 25 years and announces exciting changes

I-Plan, a leading provider of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) solutions and consulting for the process manufacturing industry, is proud to celebrate 25 years of delivering agile, industry-leading services. Founded in 2000, the company has continually evolved to meet the complex needs of its clients, guided by the expertise and vision of its founder, Alan Cheesbrough.

Africa’s manufacturing sector under threat from cybercrime

Connectivity and automation have undeniably revolutionised the manufacturing sector, boosting efficiency and productivity. However, they have also introduced significant vulnerabilities, leaving the industry increasingly exposed to cybersecurity threats. In fact, recent insights from Datacentrix partner, Check Point revealed that manufacturing emerged as the most impacted by cyberattacks in the third quarter of 2024, with the sector experiencing 30 percent of all reported ransomware attacks globally over the period.

Unitrans drives efficiency and sustainability with Performance-Based Vehicles

The mining sector has faced many opportunities and challenges over the past few years. While some mining houses have thrived with rising prices and increased demand for certain commodities, others have grappled with declining markets, oversupply and logistical constraints. These challenges have led many mining companies to experience dips in revenue and profits, driving them to seek innovative solutions to improve efficiency, productivity and profitability.

KBC launches South Africa’s first safety escape room for hands-on HSE training

KBC, a provider of health and safety solutions, has introduced South Africa's first safety escape room, an innovative approach to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) training. Recently implemented at Phalaborwa Mining Company (PMC), safety escape room training offers an interactive and practical way to develop hazard awareness and enhance essential safety skills in an ‘on the job’ scenario, delivering a fun, immersive, game-like experience to safety training.

SAPICS has announced Thato Moloi as their new president

Thato Moloi, who has served on the SAPICS board of directors for almost three years, takes over from outgoing president MJ Schoemaker.

Commenting on the current state of the supply chain sphere and the organisation’s plans as he takes the helm of SAPICS, Moloi says: “Today’s turbulent supply chain landscape calls for a new breed of supply chain manager. Our profession must navigate continuous technological advances and shifting global dynamics while meeting customers’ demands for speed, quality, affordability and sustainability.”

Mathe Group reaches millionth tyre recycling milestone

Hammarsdale-based radial truck tyre recycler, Mathe Group, has processed its millionth radial truck tyre, bringing the total amount of rubber crumb produced for re-use in key industrial and construction applications to around 38 500 tons, according to CEO Dr Mehran Zarrebini.