SA Customs Buzz: Latest on Covid-19 amendments

The shipping line has resumed the winding up of the business, which is among its last assets in the country.

The industry association will promote increased cargo movement via rail through inland ports to cut costs and boost performance.

Road freight can no longer be regarded as “business as usual” – Michelin MD.

The ITF says Middle East Marine has abused and neglected over 100 seafarers.  

The fraudulent registration of ships, automation and insurance came under the spotlight at a high-level meeting.

Reports state that KQ’s exit from the DRC will result in a capacity shortfall of about one-third.

Specialised equipment closely monitoring vessel’s positioning and movement.

The release bodes well for maritime risk in the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Projected fleet size by April 2026 sees MSC growing size advantage substantially.

The facility will be built within three to five years at a greenfield site near the existing port site.

Recovery from maritime upheaval is expected to result in “an improved outlook for the coming quarters”.