https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/553.html South Africa Distribution news 15 Distribution news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/553.html en-us Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:27:49 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/lead-architect-appointed-for-multi-billion-rand-cape-winelands-airport-development-955764a The appointment of a lead architect for the proposed Cape Winelands Airport marks a significant step forward for one of the Western Cape’s most ambitious private infrastructure developments. 1-266954 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:26:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/shoprite-centurion-distribution-center-achieves-zero-waste-certification-066205a Shoprite’s Centurion Distribution Centre – the largest DC in its network, which spans over 173,500m2 – has achieved a Level 2 Zero Waste to Landfill certification from the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA), marking a significant milestone for sustainable retail logistics in South Africa. 1-266817 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:13:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/safla-launches-to-tackle-logistics-challenges-in-sa-399538a A new industry body representing freight forwarders and logistics operators has launched in South Africa, positioning itself as a more operationally focused voice in a sector long challenged by inefficiencies. 1-266813 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:37:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/two-wheeler-mobility-set-to-redefine-last-mile-delivery-in-sa-177226a As a result of urban congestion, the growing pressure on transportation costs, and the rapid expansion of on-demand commerce and last-mile delivery ecosystems, South Africa is about to undergo a fundamental two-wheeler mobility transition. 1-266728 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:28:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/from-back-office-to-boardrooms-procurement-role-in-navigating-global-turmoil-511910a Once seen as a back-office function focused on purchasing and supplier negotiations, procurement is rapidly emerging as a strategic pillar of modern business. 1-266666 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:08:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/nespresso-sa-makes-capsule-returns-simpler-with-ram-couriers-400969a Nespresso South Africa has announced a new partnership with Ram Hand-to-Hand Couriers, to expand its capsule recycling programme, making it even easier and more convenient for customers to recycle their used aluminium capsules. 1-266535 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:37:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-retail-and-logistics-sector-lose-billions-due-to-inaccurate-location-data-511050a In an economy where profit margins and infrastructure budgets are currently being squeezed to a sliver, the cost of "near enough" location data by itself is leading to dozens of massive store closures and groups of people running the risk of being excluded from e-commerce. 1-266516 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/spar-group-uses-data-and-tech-to-re-engineer-retail-logistics-in-sa-288857a For retailers, logistics has evolved from a back-office function to a competitive differentiator. The winners will be those who use data and technology not just to deliver products, but to deliver predictability, speed, and trust. 1-266290 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:02:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/at-what-cost-do-consumers-win-with-low-cost-imports-in-south-africa-511140a South Africa’s retail sector is under pressure as a result of a new competitive force reshaping the e-commerce landscape: ultra-low-cost global e-commerce platforms such as Temu and Shein. 1-266276 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:44:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/south-africa-first-gas-terminal-faces-delay-as-vopak-pushes-back-investment-decision-622611a According to a Vopak senior executive, the Dutch tank storage and terminal operator has pushed back a final investment decision (FID) on South Africa's first liquefied natural gas terminal to 2028. 1-266181 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:03:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Distribution South Africa