2022 is likely to see a replay of last year’s serious port disruptions – and exporters have been warned to be aware and be prepared. Citrus Growers’ Association CEO Justin Chadwick has advised stakeholders in his weekly newsletter that the performance of South African...
The perishables market is seeing new headwinds as a shortage of reefer equipment persists. Consequently, reefer freight rates are reaching a new high, and some perishable products are being priced out as the transportation cost exceeds their selling price. Since...
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala described the progress made in the R72-million upgrade of Mkhuze Airport on Tuesday as “a welcome booster shot” for the provincial economy. He made the remarks on the sidelines of his Operation Siyahlola (following up on our...
Airfreight rates out of China to leading international destinations have fallen 30% since their December 13 peak of $15.13 per kilogram. According to air cargo tracker, TAC Index, that rate to the United States was at an all-time high but has since sharply decreased...
Shippers who were hoping for a smoother cargo flow this year will have to think again. “2021 proved a challenging year for global supply chains, seeing significant disruption and bottlenecks around the world,” said Maersk in a customer advisory circulated this week....
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