Freight Features: Investment needed to drive freight movement

Hazchem hauliers have been requested to redirect their trucks to alternative border crossings.

Tau reports that discussions in Washington revealed broad support for the programme.

Growth patterns indicate some trade being diverted away from North America.

The International Union of Marine Insurance has noted a marked increase in fire-related claims.

Land and Sea Risk has strengthened its cargo-in-storage and warehouse liability solutions.

A high-level delegation of border management and Sars officials will meet to discuss collaboration between the countries.

Earlier this year Johannesburg showed the power of a united industry, raising R75 000.

Investments estimated at  $2 billion are under way to expand the capacity of the Port of Maputo.

Operators are looking at making existing facilities more efficient rather than building new infrastructure. 

The biennial event is regarded as one of the world's most important food and beverage fairs.

The blazing vessel is a navigational risk to traffic in the region, authorities have warned.

Over the past five months, several airlines have reported cybersecurity breaches.