Our News
Keep up to date with FATS news.
Paperless bill of lading ‘not just a dream’
The dematerialisation of the bill of lading is well underway. “It’s here and now”
R1.5 billion approved to support businesses affected by July looting
A total of R1.5 billion has been approved to support businesses affected by the looting and unrest in July, says Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel.
Piracy incidents plummet
Enhanced maritime security and response coordination measures adopted by regional and national authorities appear to be doing the trick
Iata addresses lithium battery safety issue
The danger of transporting lithium batteries by air has long been an issue of extreme concern, which the International Air Transport Association (Iata) has now addressed with the launch of a new industry certification programme
Port congestion challenges test carriers to the limit
hipping lines are having to do some fancy footwork to make any attempt to meet schedule commitments as they battle global congestion – and not all of it Covid-induced.
Carrier’s Q3 revenue per TEU up 142.7%
Carrier’s Q3 revenue per TEU up 142.7% amidst supply chain crisis.
Gulf carrier to return to SA
Etihad will resume flights to Johannesburg and start a Cape Town service from November 25 this year.
Bye-bye Beitbridge build-ups (hopefully)…
It’s all systems go for Monday’s official opening of the revamped facilities by Zimborders at Beitbridge, a move that will hopefully herald a new era for the notoriously troubled crossing.
Transnet: August shipping volumes lowest in three years
According to Transnet statistics, it was the slowest August in three years, with 2020 volumes surpassing it.
Heavy rains could be good and bad news
Above-average rainfall could disrupt transport routes throughout Southern Africa, but, good rains will also boost demand for agriculture-related transport.