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Who’s who in freight to attend brainstorming event

18 Apr 2024 - by Staff reporter
 Source: Consulting House
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Some of South Africa’s most respected transport industry representatives will attend the Power Brunch focusing on “Mastering transport and logistics in KwaZulu-Natal”, hosted by MasterDrive and MICHELIN Connected Fleet on April 19.

The event, designed to support transporters in navigating the dynamic landscape of the transport industry in the province, will have the following freight industry as panellists: Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road Freight Association; Jonathan Mphake, national fleet manager at SBV South Africa; Paul Nordengen, director at Heavy Vehicle Transport Technology Africa; and Charl Lensley, B2B sales director at MICHELIN Tyres South Africa.

Eugene Herbert, CEO of MasterDrive, will moderate the panel discussion, guiding the conversation towards practical solutions and best practices.

Shivani Pillay, country manager at MICHELIN Connected Fleet SA, said: “We’re not just hosting an event, we’re fostering a platform for insightful discussions and valuable networking opportunities.

“Our focus is on understanding market challenges and collaboratively discussing solutions to empower transporters in KwaZulu-Natal.”

He added that by bringing together industry experts and stakeholders, “we aim to brainstorm practical strategies.

“It’s about leveraging expertise and connections to facilitate meaningful conversations and drive positive change in our industry.”

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