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Grindrod plans commodity portfolio expansion in hunt for growth
Logistics specialist Grindrod aims to “deconcentrate” its portfolio of commodities, says CEO Xolani Mbambo. Unveiling the company’s financial results for the year ended December 31 last week, he noted that Grindrod had been doing exceptionally well in handling large volumes of chrome, ferrochrome, magnetite, coal and iron-ore through its various ports, terminals and other logistical channels.
Transnet to implement contingency plans to mitigate against planned protest
Rail, port and pipeline business Transnet says it is dealing with stakeholders to execute contingency strategies, where necessary, to make sure company continuity in light of the Economic Freedom Fighters’ planned protest action on March 20. The plans will take into consideration functional demands and offered capacity.
Sanral to implement road maintenance on the R21 between airport, Pomona road
The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) is cautioning roadway users to expect delays on the R21 between OR Tambo International Airport and Pomona roadway in the northern and southern instructions from March 17, to the anticipated completion date of May 13, owing to prepared regular road maintenance. The work, which will be carried out from 09:00 to 15:00 every day, will consist of patching of the existing roadway surface, sweeping and cleaning the roadway surface area, variance and control of traffic vehicles and the reinstatement of road markings.
Petregaz buys OneLogix’ LPG trucks, tankers to expand supply chain
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) circulation company Petregaz will obtain all 35 LPG trucks, tankers and truck horses from roadway logistics companies OneLogix, with effect from April 1. Through the acquisition of these properties, Petregaz will be able to expand its supply chain capabilities, supply primary logistics services to a larger customer base and work closer with its existing and prospective new crucial customers throughout the LPG market, the company stated.
TNPA to redevelop Port Precinct in Durban
Plans by Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) to redevelop the Point Precinct in the Port of Durban in support of the Kwazulu-Natal Port Master Plan have actually gotten much-needed incentive, the entity says in a statement. Included in this development is the expansion of the Point Automotive Terminal, which has exceeded its landside capability, and the development of the Point Container Terminal to position the port as a competitive container center port.
PRASA to investigate chair after he moved into agency’s luxury home
The board of the Passenger Rail Agency of SA has instituted an internal query into its chair Leonard Ramatlakane following a report that he moved his family into a luxury house coming from the State-owned business. The Sunday Times reported at the weekend that Ramatlakane moved into your house in Newlands, Cape Town due to the fact that his own house was going through remodellings, and he wound up hosting a 70th birthday party there. According to the report, the house is meant to be utilized by its officers on work trips, to prevent hotel costs. PRASA recently spent R2.5-million on upgrading the house. PRASA told the Sunday Times that he was renting the house with a lease legitimate from December to February, however that this was later on encompassed March. The agency then stated in a statement on Thursday that its board had an urgent conference in the week and "" after much consideration, the board resolved to refer the accusations for an internal query, in line with suitable PRASA policies and the law."".
Airlink now has international marketing and sales representation on all five continents
South African regional airline company Airlink now has representation in markets in North America and Asia. This follows its appointment of Germany-based worldwide air travel, tourist, food, hospitality and beverage brands communications business AVIAREPS as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in these markets. “North America is a substantial source market, not just for Airlink, however for services, business owners, and leisure travellers,” discussed Airlink Executive Manager: Sales & & Marketing Carla da Silva. “Economic activity between South Africa and North America is increasing, consisting of trade, commerce and tourism. Similarly, with Asia resuming we expect a surge in need as re-emerges as another important market for Airlink and the services and communities we serve.”
Intercape approaches High Court yet again for protection in the Eastern Cape
Following numerous appeals to national government to act against a scourge of violence and intimidation against Intercape in recent years, the long-distance coach company has now called on newly appointed Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga to urgently intervene. This follows a renewed attack on the bus operator by taxi operators.
Public Enterprises Ministry to ‘cease to exist’ on formation of SOE holding company
President Cyril Ramaphosa has validated that the position of Public Enterprises Minister and the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) will “disappear” once a brand-new holding business for tactical State-owned enterprises (SOEs) has been produced. Appearing in Parliament to respond to questions postured by members of the National Assembly on Thursday, Ramaphosa said that federal government planned adopting the suggestion of the Presidential SOE Council that a State-owned holding business be developed to house strategic SOEs and to work out coordinated investor oversight.
Manufacturer focused on anti-theft, -vandalism signalling equipment
The avoidance of vandalism and theft of rail infrastructure continues to be a significant cash pit for the South African passenger and freight rail industry. State-owned entity Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) spends R1-billion a year to secure its facilities from vandalism, then group CEO David Mphelo told Parliament in June last year..