Customs news: latest on essential goods

Growth in tank container fleet slows, but industry sees promise in localised supply.

Container movements on the landside have come to a grinding halt due to the windy conditions.

The deal will position the shipping group as a dominant player in global ports operations.

Exports to BRIC+ partners dropped significantly in Q4 of 2024.

The country is maintaining its ‘active engagement’ with the US through political and diplomatic channels, says Ramaphosa.

The vessels burst into flames on impact in the North Sea but 30 people were rescued from the scene of the collision on Monday.

South Africa was the sixth-largest exporter of table grapes internationally last year.

Amid a lack of international regulations, industry body tackles electric vehicle fire risk.

Applications will be reviewed online, providing a more effective process, says the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition.

Tariff uncertainty is driving retailers’ demands to get goods into the country but the run is expected to slow later in the year.

The rebel group has posted videos warning Israel to allow aid to flow freely to Gaza or face renewed naval operations.

One of the ports that is benefiting from large loads is Togo’s Port of Lomé.