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Congestion at South Africa-Botswana Border Post Disrupts Trade

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 Constance Makungu

South Africa’s northern supply chain border post with Botswana, Groblersbrug, was once more renowned for 4×4 excursions to exotic locations than for heavy cargo logistics. However, it has recently become plagued by severe road freight congestion since the Department of Home Affairs implemented a biometric system designed to capture the data of pedestrians, travelers, and truck drivers. While this initiative is part of the Border Management Authority’s (BMA) ongoing efforts

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Shipping News

Maersk Optimistic About Suez Canal Reopening Amid Regional Conflict

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

As the Middle East teeters on the brink of wider conflict, Danish shipping giant Maersk remains optimistic that it’s not a question of if, but when, the vital Suez Canal will regain its prominence in maritime trade. On November 19, it will mark one year since Yemen’s Houthi rebels hijacked the roll-on roll-off carrier Galaxy Leader in the southern Red Sea, forcing its crew at gunpoint to head to the

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Ports & Terminals Shipping News Southern Africa

South Africa’s Container Throughput Declines Amid Operational Challenges and Court Ruling

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

Following a relatively stable performance at the end of September, the beginning of October saw an 8% decline in container throughput at South African ports, dropping from a daily average of 8,072 to 7,384 containers week-on-week. The latest Cargo Movement Update, compiled by the South African Association of Freight Forwarders and Business Unity SA, indicated that port operations were primarily hampered by inclement weather, equipment breakdowns, and shortages. The report

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Ports & Terminals Southern Africa

Durban Container Terminal Concession Halted as Court Rules in Favor of APM Terminals

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

More than a year after South Africa’s freight industry learned that Transnet awarded a concession tender to International Container Terminal Services Incorporated (ICTSI) to operate Pier 2 at the Durban Container Terminal (DCT), the privatisation process has been halted—at least for now. This development follows a ruling by the Durban High Court in favor of an interdict application lodged by APM Terminals last October. Transnet had awarded ICTSI a 25-year

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Air Freight America China

DHL Optimistic About Airfreight Growth in Q1 2025 Amidst Port Disruptions

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

DHL has expressed optimism for the first quarter of 2025, forecasting continued growth in airfreight volumes. During a recent webinar, Tim Robertson, Chief Executive for the Americas at DHL Global Forwarding, shared his insights on airfreight trends for the upcoming year. Robertson noted that, following a strong fourth quarter, significant changes in airfreight patterns are not expected in Q1. He highlighted a rise in airfreight volumes from the Asia-Pacific region

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Europe Ports & Terminals

Gard Warns Seafarers of Legal Risks in Norway Over Drone Use at Ports

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

The Norwegian protection and indemnity association, Gard, has issued a caution to seafarers on the legal risks associated with drone use in ports, following a recent incident in Norway. A ship officer on a Gard member vessel was arrested and fined after using a personal drone to capture footage over the commercial Port of Hammerfest, where his ship was docked. The officer, a European national, now faces potential deportation due

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Shipping News

Escalating Attacks in the Black Sea Threaten Global Shipping and Food Security

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

The Black Sea has become a perilous zone for merchant vessels as Russian military forces intensify their attacks on Ukraine’s export routes, according to reports from the BBC and Reuters. Recent escalations have seen a surge in assaults on commercial vessels, marking the fourth attack in less than a month and posing a serious threat to global supply chains. Following a relatively calm period for shipping, these renewed hostilities highlight

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Road Freight Southern Africa

South Africa’s Groblersbrug Border Faces Delays Amid Biometrics Rollout and Beitbridge Congestion

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

Cross-border transporters are experiencing up to three-day delays at South Africa’s Groblersbrug border with Botswana, impacted by a new biometric system implemented by the Border Management Authority (BMA) and ongoing congestion issues at Beitbridge. According to Mike Fitzmaurice of the Transit Assistance Bureau, the BMA has introduced a biometric system requiring immigration officers to capture the biometrics of all travelers and truck drivers. While this process takes about 15 minutes

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America Ports & Terminals

USMX and ILA Strike Nears Resolution as Dockworkers Return to Ports

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

The labor dispute between the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) and the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) appears to be reaching a resolution, with dockworkers expected to resume operations as early as Friday, October 4, according to a communique from Scan Global Logistics. This update follows an agreement between the ILA and USMX to extend their contract negotiations until January 15 while working towards a comprehensive six-year deal. US President Joe

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Ports & Terminals South America

CMA CGM Acquires 48% Stake in Leading Brazilian Terminal Operator Santos Brasil

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 Constance Makungu

The CMA CGM Group has announced an agreement to acquire a 48% stake in Santos Brasil Participações S/A, a prominent Brazilian multi-terminal operator. This investment marks a significant expansion of CMA CGM’s presence in Brazil and aligns with the company’s global port development strategy. “Santos Brasil operates five terminals across Brazil, including the country’s largest container terminal at the Port of Santos, handling approximately 40% of Brazil’s container volume,” stated

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