Structural changes and emerging tools are starting to steady the course of South Africa’s logistics sector, opening space for shippers and carriers to address ongoing challenges together.
These aren't overnight fixes but they're moving us from policy talk to action.
That’s according to Kobus Maree, managing director of Savino del Bene.
Several advancements signal this progress, he says.
“Traxtion's private rail operations enter the mainline network by Q3, supported by R3.4 billion in investment, while Transnet targets 181 million tonnes in the 2025/26 financial year with R145.8 billion in government backing, up from 150 million in 2023.
“Ports like Durban, Cape Town and Gqeberha are handling cargo in as little as two days thanks to new equipment, and the Independent Economic Regulator for Transport and Logistics will help balance access across the network.”
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