Criminals are always looking for an easy opportunity to take what isn’t theirs. However, on the flip side of their gain, is the loss impact on the victims, which can have profound psychological and financial implications. Even a small incident, where the victim doesn’t come into direct contact with the […]
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Airside facility at OR Tambo assures speed and safety for vulnerable cargo
Crime statistics for the first quarter of 2021/2022 confirm a steep 107.6% increase in truck hijackings, while cash-in-transit heists have accelerated by a massive 142.1% (SAPS). This has added another challenge to the logistics of vulnerable and high-value goods, en route as well as on arrival. The need for secure […]
Coronavirus impact on shipping industry: idle vessels face new risks, Allianz warns
Johannesburg/London/Munich/New York/Paris/Sao Paulo/Singapore – Restrictions on supply chains and international travel due to the coronavirus outbreak have serious implications for the maritime industry. Although the threat from the perils ships usually encounter at sea may have reduced in many cases due to an increasing number of vessels waiting at anchorage […]
Vehicle overloading: Don’t put your business at risk!!
When transporting goods and stock, it seems to make sense to load the vehicle a little more than usual. After all, many people reason, What difference can it really make? If I squeeze some more stuff onto the truck, I’ll maximise the benefit from the trip? Indeed, many people think […]
Volvo Trucks and a Global Campaign to keep Cyclists Safer
Are you aware of the blind spots around trucks? Do you know how to share roads safely with trucks and cyclists. Volvo Trucks have launched a global Campaign to enhance the safety of cyclists. The inspirational ‘See and be seen’ kit focuses on cyclists in traffic and consists of an Instructor’s […]
Safe fleet, safe business
Second only to people costs, a fleet of vehicles is often one of the biggest operating costs for any business. It is also one of the most prominent representations of a company’s brand. Driver misconduct and vehicle abuse will affect operational costs and how the organisation is perceived. It is […]