The Road Freight Association (RFA) acknowledges the fuel price adjustments effective 3 June 2026. While the reduction in diesel prices – approximately R3.25/l for 0.05% sulphur diesel and R2.62/l for 0.005% sulphur diesel – is a welcome, if partial, reprieve for long-haul freight operators, the RFA notes with concern that […]
Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) is currently undertaking annual maintenance on one of its heavy-haul lines, the iron ore line, which is a 861 km line running from Sishen in the Northern Cape to Saldanha in the Western Cape. During the shut – which commenced on 12 May 2026 and […]
South Africa, May 12, 2026/ — Heavy Weight Express enables global heavyweight express shipping up to 1,000 kg per piece / 3,000 kg per shipment Proactive shipment control through dedicated Heavy Weight Priority Desks ensures high reliability and customer service support DHL Express expands in the heavyweight segment, responding to […]
After having lost momentum in Q4, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (Ctrack TFI) recovered strongly in Q1 2026. The index increased for three consecutive months to reach an index level of 125.0, the highest since May 2024. At this level, the index was up by 6.2% compared to Q4 […]
Durban Multipurpose Terminal supports a variety of cargo operations, including bulk and containerised citrus season exports. Its strategic location within the Durban port complex allows it to complement container terminal operations, particularly during peak export seasons. In the 2025 citrus season, Durban Multipurpose Terminal recorded approximately 75% year on year […]
Ngqura Container Terminal is a deep-water container hub designed to support large-scale container operations and high-volume exports, including temperature-controlled cargo like citrus. With a transhipment capacity of over 1.5 million TEUs and more than 1,600 reefer plug points, its infrastructure helps position it as a strategic gateway for South African […]
DCT Pier 1 plays a central role in South Africa’s citrus export operations, serving as a key gateway for cargo moving from inland production regions to global markets. With a Pier 1 design capacity of about 0.7 million TEUs annually as part of the broader Durban container hub, the terminal […]
Cape Town Container Terminal serves as a key export gateway for citrus destined for international markets, particularly in Europe. With a capacity of up to approximately 1.4 million TEUs annually, the terminal handles significant seasonal volumes and plays a critical role in maintaining export momentum. In the 2025 citrus export […]
The success of citrus exports depends heavily on reliable cold chain infrastructure, particularly within terminal operations. Across key Terminals of TPT, dedicated reefer plug points ensure that temperature-controlled containers remain powered while awaiting loading onto vessels. During the previous citrus season, Durban Container Terminal (Pier 1) was equipped with 1440 […]
Before launching into South Africa in September 2024 with two models: the Dashing and X70 Plus, a priority for Jetour was the meticulous planning and establishment of a state-of-the-art parts warehouse to enhance aftersales service. In fact, Jetour’s research prior to launching found that concerns about parts availability and after-sales […]
