Logistics

South Africa’s logistics industry is weathering a storm, with local firms turning to innovation in all its forms to create sustainability. Bidvest Panalpina Logistics (BPL) is one example, facing down market volatility, a skills shortage and a crumbling road infrastructure by...

While there has been a slight uptick in domestic and international cargo traffic in recent weeks, the fact remains that South Africa is struggling to counter the fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown responses. Overall maritime...

Netstar, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Altron, has a long-standing learnership programme that includes people living with disabilities. It provides learners the opportunity to develop meaningful careers and expand their skills in the formal job sector. As a result of...

ID Logistics SA marked another strong year with high potential new clients within an innovation-driven culture. Since the Group partnered with its first anchor client Danone in 2012 in South Africa, ID Logistics has now become the number two leader...

Pindulo VDM prides themselves on being able to offer their clients tailor-made solutions across various industries. With more than 400 vehicle combinations at their disposal, they are able to provide intelligent logistics and transport solutions.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) South Africa and Warehouse Service Provider, DSV Solutions, have scooped a Branch of the Year award for the second time in three years. This award recognises consistent and reliable service delivery, and the awarding thereof was...

Cross-border retail volumes are predicted to increase at an annual average rate of 25% between 2015 and 2020 Cross border e-commerce continues to provide significant growth opportunities for retailers and manufacturers with an international online product offering. According to a...

Imperial Sasfin Logistics has been awarded a contract to provide fourth party logistics services to Nando’s in 14 countries, supplying bastings, sauces, spices, marinades and packaging. Imperial Logistics chief strategy officer, Cobus Rossouw, says Nando’s previously provided its own logistics...

Fortress Income Fund has officially launched the Louwlardia Logistics Park, a R650-million, A-Grade logistics facility that is under development alongside the N1 in Centurion. Speaking at the launch, executive director Andrew Teixeira said Louwlardia was part of Fortress’ plan to...

VSc Solutions has received one of the coveted Spar Supplier of the Year awards for a solution that improved driver safety and fleet efficiency. “Our service to our customers is very dependent on the quality of the service delivered by...