https://www.bizcommunity.com/Logistics South Africa Logistics news 15 Logistics & Transport news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/Logistics en-us Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:55:11 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/south-africas-rising-petrol-price-is-more-pressing-than-supply-says-minister-525160a South Africans should be more concerned about rising fuel prices than about supply, says the Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe. 1-272226 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:48:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/what-driving-the-rise-in-long-distance-moves-into-the-garden-route-414479a Long-distance relocation has always been a significant undertaking, but over the past few years, one particular corridor has seen a marked increase in activity: the routes connecting South Africa's major metros, Cape Town and Johannesburg chief among them, to the towns of the Garden Route. Whether it's a family leaving Cape Town for George, a professional relocating from Johannesburg to Knysna, or someone choosing Mossel Bay, Plettenberg Bay, Jeffreys Bay, or the quieter towns of Wilderness and Sedgefield as their next home, the pattern is consistent: more people are willing to make a long journey for a fundamentally different lifestyle. 1-272195 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:20:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/further-fuel-price-hikes-could-strain-sas-job-market-warns-economist-747762a Bongani Motsa, chief economist at the Minerals Council South Africa, warned that fuel prices in South Africa would remain well above pre-war levels despite recent moderation, adding that further hikes could strain the job market. According to the latest data, fuel price increases in October are set to average R3.12/L for petrol 95, R2.93/L for petrol 93, R2.73/L for diesel 0.05% and R3.13/L for diesel 0.005%. 1-272172 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:02:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/iata-says-global-air-passenger-demand-fell-08-in-august-747732a Global air passenger demand declined 0.8% year on year in August 2026, with a sharp drop in Middle East traffic weighing on overall performance despite continued growth across Africa, Latin America and parts of Asia and Europe. 1-272162 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/too-many-suppliers-can-raise-procurement-costs-sapphire-warns-969914a Using numerous vendors for the same product is frequently regarded as good procurement strategy, as it promotes competition and reduces reliance on a single provider. Spreading purchasing volumes too thin can have the opposite impact, reducing purchasing power, increasing operational complexity, and ultimately raising the entire cost of procurement. 1-272134 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:56:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/turkish-airlines-signs-huge-order-for-up-to-150-boeing-737-max-aircraft-858883a Turkish Airlines has finalised an agreement with Boeing for up to 150 737 Max aircraft, marking the airline’s largest-ever Boeing single-aisle aircraft order and supporting its plans to expand its fleet and short- and medium-haul network. 1-272119 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:41:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/gometro-flx-ev-and-kuehne-climate-center-launch-sas-longest-truck-ev-trial-181476a South Africa’s freight sector is getting a real-world test of heavy electric trucking, with a coalition of e-mobility companies launching a roughly 4,000km battery-electric truck trial across some of the country’s major freight corridors. 1-272068 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/powering-progress-the-pivotal-role-of-logistics-in-africas-renewable-energy-boom-303698a Africa is on the brink of a renewable energy transformation, a change that holds the promise of powering millions of homes and businesses while advancing sustainable development. With vast untapped natural resources and the pressing need to expand energy access, many countries across the continent are investing in solar, wind, and other renewable energy projects. Leading the way are nations like Kenya, Egypt, and Morocco, which have embraced solar farms, wind energy, and geothermal projects. With South Africa's ambitious Integrated Resource Plan, the country is set to diversify its energy portfolio significantly, incorporating wind, solar, and hydropower to reduce its reliance on coal. The implications for Africa’s energy security, economic development, and climate resilience are profound—but they depend significantly on one crucial factor: logistics. 1-272063 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:23:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/engen-to-offer-free-health-screenings-to-truck-drivers-525890a Engen will launch its 2026 Driver Wellness campaign on 19 October, offering free voluntary health screenings to truck drivers at 28 Engen Truck Stops and selected Engen 1-Stops across South Africa during Transport Month. 1-272006 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/local-warehouses-face-tougher-fire-risks-as-logistics-operations-expand-181416a Today’s warehousing and logistics facilities bear little resemblance to the distribution centres of a decade ago. 1-272018 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:12:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Logistics & Transport South Africa