South Africa Ports See 14.7% Weekly Container Throughput Growth, Port Elizabeth Leads South Africa’s container ports outperformed anticipated throughput targets during the week of August 4–10, according to the latest Cargo Movement Update (CMU). Compiled from data by the South African Association of Freight Forwarders (Saaff) and Business Unity South Africa (Busa), the CMU shows an average of 13,121 TEUs handled daily, representing an increase of 1,683 TEUs per 24-hour
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DP World Reports Strong H1 2025 Results Amid Global Trade Challenges
DP World H1 2025 Revenue Surges 20% Driven by Ports, Terminals, and Acquisitions DP World has reported robust financial and operational results for the first half of 2025, demonstrating the resilience of its integrated global trade platform amid ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The results, released on August 14, 2025, show a 20.4% year-on-year revenue increase, reaching US$11.244 billion, fueled by strong performance across Ports & Terminals and contributions from
Japan Pledges Stronger Economic Ties with Africa and Indian Ocean States
Japan’s PM Shigeru Ishiba Calls for Deeper Africa–Indian Ocean Cooperation with New Investments Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has urged closer cooperation between Africa and Indian Ocean states, pledging greater investment and improved connectivity to stimulate economic growth. Speaking at the Indian Ocean–Africa Economic Partnership Forum, held alongside the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), Ishiba highlighted the region’s young population, abundant natural resources, and vast growth potential. The
South Africa’s Container Ports Show Strong Growth Despite Ongoing Challenges
South Africa’s Ports Record Strong Container Growth in August Despite Operational Hurdles South Africa’s container ports delivered stronger-than-expected performance during the week of 4–10 August, according to the latest Cargo Movement Update (CMU) compiled by the South African Association of Freight Forwarders (Saaff) and Business Unity South Africa (Busa). The data shows that the country’s ports handled an average of 13,121 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) per day over the seven-day
Lobito Atlantic Railway Transports 15,000 Tons of Sulphur to DRC
Lobito Atlantic Railway Strengthens Africa Mining Logistics with 15,000-Ton Sulphur Shipment to DRC The ANEMON vessel recently docked at the Lobito Mining Terminal (TMPL) carrying 15,000 tonnes of sulphur bound for Kolwezi in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This shipment brings Lobito Atlantic Railway’s (LAR) total sulphur transport to over 36,000 tonnes, cementing its reputation as a reliable logistics partner for Africa’s mining sector. After unloading at the port, the
South Africa Denies Russian Navy Vessel Docking Amid U.S. Trade Tensions
South Africa Blocks Russian Navy Ship Docking as U.S. Trade Talks Intensify South Africa’s refusal to allow the Russian Navy’s Baltic Fleet training vessel, Smolny, to dock in Cape Town for restocking and resupply has sparked diplomatic tensions. Sources indicate that last-minute trade negotiations with the United States played a key role in the decision. The move comes as the South African government works to avoid the 30% unilateral tariffs
South African Exporters Hit Hard as Maersk Ends Direct US Shipping Route
Maersk Cuts Direct South Africa–US Cargo Link, Driving Up Costs and Delays for Exporters South Africa, Africa’s largest economy, is facing a fresh blow to its trade sector as Danish shipping giant Maersk announced it will halt direct cargo services between South Africa and the United States from October 1. The decision, communicated to customers this week and reported by News24, will force South African exports to be rerouted through
MSC Launches Major Feeder Fleet Renewal with 120 New Vessels
MSC Replaces Ageing Feeder Fleet with 120 New Ships in Major Modernisation Push The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has embarked on a major feeder fleet renewal programme, ordering 120 new vessels with capacities of up to 5,000 TEUs, according to a report from Braemar Shipping Services. The large-scale investment is aimed at replacing MSC’s ageing short-sea fleet, many of which are over 22 years old. This move reflects MSC’s broader
Lloyd’s Register Enhances Fatigue Design Assessment with Real-World Vessel Data
Lloyd’s Register Boosts Vessel Fatigue Life Predictions with Updated AIS-Based Assessment Method Lloyd’s Register (LR) has significantly enhanced its Fatigue Design Assessment (FDA) methodology by incorporating up-to-date global trading patterns for containerships and gas carriers, based on over a decade of real-world vessel data. This marks the first major update to LR’s FDA trading routes in more than 12 years and follows an extensive analysis of Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Southern Africa’s Mining Boom Sparks Project Cargo Opportunities
Surging Mining Investment in Southern Africa Drives Demand for Project Cargo and Energy Infrastructure As global demand for critical minerals accelerates, Southern Africa is experiencing a surge in mining investment—opening up significant opportunities for project cargo operators across the region. “The project landscape in Southern Africa is fairly robust and showing steady momentum,” said Duncan Bonnett, a partner at strategic research consultancy Africa House. Bonnett noted that a wave of