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Maersk Line search and rescue ongoing

The search and rescue operation for four missing crew members – launched by Maersk Line after a serious fire onboard the Maersk Honam in the Arabian Sea – is ongoing, with the company reporting the situation of the vessel as “very critical”.

Industry weighs in on new transport minister

The appointment of Blade Nzimande as South Africa’s new transport minister has drawn mixed reaction from an industry clearly underwhelmed by the impact of previous incumbents.

Gauteng gets funds for creation of new highway

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is set to receive R16.2 billion of the R31.8bn provincial budget that has been set aside for infrastructure over the medium term.

Customs officials in court for corruption

Two South African Revenue Service customs officials appeared in the Durban Magistrate’s Court on charges of corruption for allegedly demanding a R200 000 bribe from a businessman.

Transnet CE outlines African ambitions

Transnet has set its sights on positioning itself as an African state-owned enterprise (SOE).

Richards Bay ship loader breakdown – latest

Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has confirmed that Richards Bay Dry Bulk Terminal (DBT) Export Berth 101 will remain unavailable for use until further notice.

World trade chief warns of ‘eye-for-aneye’ trade barriers

World Trade Organisation (WTO) director-general, Roberto Azevêdo, has warned that recent protectionist moves by US president Donald Trump could trigger an escalation of trade barriers across the globe.

Two manufacturing hubs to get the green light this year

The Department of Trade and Industry (dti) will finalise the designation of the Atlantis and the Nkomazi Special Economic Zones in the next financial year, said trade and industry minister, Dr Rob Davies.