In South Africa, up to 25% of total costs may be hidden in the distribution chain transporting goods and services to customers. Yet a recent survey has shown that 51% of all companies surveyed have identified the increase of service levels to customers as one of their supply chain goals. Read more >>
In three-and-a-half years, this BEE joint venture has achieved reliability and efficiency improvements to Caltex outlets in the Eastern Cape. It has also helped to service and expand the Caltex franchise in the region. As a result, its territory has been expanded by Chevron - the owner of the Caltex brand. Read more >>
Ansys‚ an AltX-listed engineering company‚ has been awarded a R188m Transnet contract for the supply of an integrated dashboard display system for locomotives. Read more >>
Industry body the Manufacturing Circle says Transnet's port terminals tariff increase of 9.25% across the board is "an unwelcome development for manufacturers"‚ as the sector depends on imports and exports for its competitiveness and to grow volumes. Read more >>
The Ports Regulator of SA has again threatened to claw back funds from Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) in future port tariff decisions if the utility fails to spend its capital expenditure budget and plug its high vacancy rate. Read more >>
LONDON, UK: Transport authorities in London said they were powerless to stop a bizarre Facebook craze involving photographs of women eating on underground trains. Read more >>
