ACP scores Aussie agency

"Bringing South Africa to its knees would be self-sabotage for the US." – Naledi Pandor, foreign relations minister.

Another pax carrier, the E195, is said to be part of the OEM’s E-Freighter programme.

But another R3.4-billion bailout is needed to pay retrenchment packages.

The Ambience failed to sustain swells driving it towards the berthed cargo vessel.

Climate change impacts have had a profound effect on Gatún Lake, with water levels lower than in any other January on record.

The facility already processes approximately 1 400 truck gate movements daily and handles about 380 000 tons of cargo a month.

Shortage of veterinary staff results in congestion at ports.

Some terminals are receiving new equipment, including haulers, reach stackers and empty container handlers to improve efficiency.

Information has been sourced from a range of stakeholders and data providers.

Some of the comments received are telling of the impact slowed throughput at Durban had on supply chain operators.

Policy overhaul will play a crucial role.

Slight decreases in fuel costs are insufficient to give price relief to consumers.