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POSTED ON November 6, 2024

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Join us on for all things Transnet discussion

Do you want to be part of this incredible event ? If so, join us at the Encore Restaurant on Tuesday the 26th 

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POSTED November 13, 2024

Logistics News Update -13th Nov 2024

Weather Disruptions and Supply Chain Pressures: This week, weather has significantly impacted operations in KwaZulu-Natal, with intermittent disruptions at the port. On a local front, members of the All-Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa (ATDF ASA) have announced intentions to begin a nationwide strike...

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POSTED November 6, 2024

Join us on 26 November 2024 for all things Transnet discussion

Do you want to be part of this incredible event ? If so, join us at the Encore Restaurant on Tuesday the 26th

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POSTED November 5, 2024

Logistics News Update -5th Nov 2024

The South African logistics industry is grappling with escalating challenges, placing strain on businesses nationwide. Transnet, a central player in the sector, faces increasing scrutiny as its operational issues have been linked to business closures...

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POSTED October 29, 2024

Logistics News Update – 29th Oct 2024

This week, South African ports are facing significant operational challenges due to weather disruptions, equipment shortages, and congestion. Cape Town and Durban are particularly affected. ...

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POSTED October 28, 2024

Exporters Event – 23 October 2024

Our October EWC function, was stage to a thought provoking talk by Louis Niemand, Investment Director at Ninety One. Delivering a compelling talk on the current aspiration towards a climate of confidence in South Africa...

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POSTED October 23, 2024

Logistics News Update – 23rd Oct 2024

Durban’s port operations were brought to a standstill yesterday due to high winds (90 kms/h), further exacerbating ...

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POSTED October 17, 2024

Logistics News Update – 17th Oct 2024

Durban’s port operations were brought to a standstill yesterday due to high winds (90 kms/h), further exacerbating existing delays for importers, exporters, and transporters. The recent court decision halting the Philippine company ...

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POSTED October 9, 2024

Join us on 23 October 2024 for a focused chat about the impact of the GNU

As the buzzword after 29th May, has been the GNU (Government of National Unity) and how South Africa has transformed itself in the 5 months following.

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POSTED October 1, 2024

Logistics News Update – 1st Oct 2024

As we enter October, with just 85 days left until Christmas, there's good news—fuel prices are dropping again. However, we must stay vigilant for potential disruptions during Golden Week in China (October 1st–7th), as business activity will slow significantly...

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POSTED September 25, 2024

Logistics News Update – 25th Sept 2024

It’s been quite a week with snow, a holiday, and more all packed into just a few days. The arrival of snow at the start of spring caught many of us off guard, but after the challenging weather we've faced at the ports, nothing surprises us anymore....

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Established in 1979, The Exporters Western Cape prides itself on being an altruistic non-profit organisation that facilitates business networking through events which are as informative as they are enjoyable.