For the record

The country claims the duties are inconsistent with the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement.

Jiangnan Shipyard has landed an order for 12 LNG dual-fuelled 18 000-TEU newbuilds.

The vessel went off course due to a GPS jamming incident, which is common in the region.

The rescue team will wait until a big spring tide to make a fourth attempt to refloat the vessel.

SA poultry industry says the risk of another devastating outbreak is high.

MSC remains firmly in the lead, boasting a fleet, including orders, totalling 8.47 million slots.

Transnet’s ports proprietor continued to to implement the Desired End State strategy, approved in 2022.

Trade disruption, increased rates and possible labour benefits have been referenced by various sources.

Teams commenced with inspections of vessels in Gqeberha this week as part of the national safety audit.

The ports and rail operator’s revised offer represents a cumulative 14.5% wage increment over three years.

Inward international investment is being attracted by the establishment of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Processing Zones (EPZs).

Officials tried three times over a 24-hour period to extricate the vessel from its position.