https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/586.html South Africa Shipping news 15 Shipping news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/586.html en-us Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:47:40 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/hyundai-motor-flags-export-disruptions-as-middle-east-conflict-hits-shipping-625951a Hyundai Motor said on Friday that exports to Europe and North Africa, which typically transit through the Middle East, were being disrupted by the conflict in the region, underscoring growing strains on global supply chains. 1-267071 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping 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 Shipping South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/cape-shipping-diversions-boost-africas-bunkering-hubs-177206a Global shipping disruptions are beginning to reshape trade routes, with knock-on effects for Africa’s coastal economies. 1-266778 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:27:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/rising-energy-costs-pose-risks-to-south-africa-mining-exports-399428a According to United Manganese of Kalahari (UMK) chief executive Malcolm Curror, the current state of the world’s energy and oil markets may have a long-lasting effect on South Africa's mineral export sector. 1-266773 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:46:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/tnpa-appoints-operator-for-liquid-bulk-terminal-at-port-of-cape-town-288697a Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed FFS Tank Terminals as the preferred bidder to refurbish and operate a liquid bulk terminal at the Port of Cape Town under a 25-year concession agreement... 1-266650 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:54:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/made-in-rsa-and-valor-hospitality-forge-greener-pathways-with-local-procurement-955314a Made in RSA has announced a new global partnership with Valor Hospitality, marking a strategic move to embed sustainable procurement practices across its portfolio of more than 90 properties worldwide. 1-266634 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:50:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping 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 Shipping 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 Shipping South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/msc-introduces-war-surcharge-on-shipments-to-africa-and-indian-ocean-399958a MSC will apply a “war surcharge” on cargo from the Indian subcontinent and Gulf states to African nations and Indian Ocean islands, following delays and congestion in the Straits of Hormuz and Bab El-Mandeb. Charges vary by container type and origin, covering both dry and refrigerated units. 1-266233 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:01:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/middle-east-shipping-uncertainty-pressures-western-cape-trade-177106a Exporters in the Western Cape are now experiencing the ripple effects of Middle East tensions, as higher fuel prices and disrupted shipping schedules add pressure to the fresh produce trade. 1-266178 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Shipping South Africa