PRASA announces the appointment of Raymond Maseko as Regional Manager for the Western Cape. With over two decades of experience in the rail industry, Maseko has played a key role in restoring passenger rail services and improving operational efficiency in the region.
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is driving economic growth in Richards Bay with two major terminal developments. A new LNG import terminal and a liquid bulk terminal at the South Dunes precinct will enhance South Africa’s energy and logistics sectors, creating jobs and strengthening the country’s freight network.
Zambia Railways Limited announces the closure of the Ndola–Sakania Railway line due to a sinkhole incident, affecting cross-border rail transport between Zambia and the DRC. Engineering assessments are underway to ensure safety and infrastructure stability.
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), effective 29 January 2025. ECOWAS leaders have outlined transitional measures to maintain regional cooperation in trade, security, and free movement.
Knorr-Bremse celebrates 120 years of pioneering braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles. Discover how innovation, sustainability, and digitalisation continue to drive the company’s global success in the transport industry.
A new public sector partnership is enhancing operations at the Cape Town Container Terminal with additional reefer capacity. This collaboration between the Western Cape Government, Transnet Port Terminals, and key stakeholders aims to improve logistics efficiency and support South Africa’s fruit export industry.
Teltronic joins the MORANE-2 project to test and validate the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) under real conditions. This initiative supports the modernisation of European railway telecommunications, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and digital connectivity.
The Department of Transport has opened a public consultation on Transnet’s draft Network Statement and Rail Access Tariff Proposal for 2025/26. Stakeholders can submit comments until 28 February 2025, with a virtual Information Gathering Session scheduled for 25 February.
DP World achieved a record-breaking 88.3 million TEUs in 2024, marking an 8.3% year-on-year growth despite global trade challenges. With a strong, diversified portfolio and continued investment in infrastructure, the company remains at the forefront of global logistics and supply chain resilience.
DP World and NSW Ports are investing A$400 million to expand rail capacity at Sydney’s Port Botany, doubling annual container handling to 1 million TEUs. This strategic investment enhances Sydney’s role in global trade, improves logistics efficiency, and reduces carbon emissions.
Scan Global Logistics expands into Tanzania with a new office in Dar es Salaam, strengthening its East Africa logistics network. With access to the Port of Dar es Salaam, SGL enhances cross-border trade, offering customs clearance, warehousing, and transport solutions to landlocked countries like Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, and the DRC.
Zambia has welcomed DP World for a transport and logistics partnership aimed at enhancing efficiency. The collaboration focuses on dry port development, fleet tracking, and optimising regional trade through key ports.
The Lobito Corridor, a key trade route linking the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, and Angola, is attracting major investment. With international arbitration as a critical dispute resolution tool, investors must ensure their contracts contain robust mechanisms to protect their interests.
TransNamib is standardising its locomotive fleet with General Electric/Wabtec models to enhance operational efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and improve service reliability. The initiative is backed by funding from the Development Bank of Southern Africa and Namibia.
The Gibela Engineering Research Chair at Stellenbosch University is advancing railway research and innovation in South Africa. From digital transformation and asset management to wheel maintenance and safety monitoring, the research is shaping the future of rail operations. Discover how this initiative is bridging academia and industry to develop rail-minded professionals and enhance railway efficiency.
Botswana has allocated P156 million for railway development in its 2025/2026 budget. The investment focuses on rehabilitating key corridors, upgrading Botswana Railways' infrastructure, and conducting feasibility studies for future rail expansion.
Zambia Railways Limited is playing a key role in Zambia’s push to achieve 3 million tonnes of copper production annually by 2031. Strategic partnerships and investment in rail infrastructure are essential to supporting the mining sector’s logistics needs.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a MAD 400 million investment in ONCF through a Green Bond issuance, supporting Morocco’s sustainable railway infrastructure and low-carbon connectivity.
IFC is investing up to $50 million in Lagos Free Zone to support Nigeria’s first deep-sea port-based special economic zone. This investment will drive industrial growth, job creation, and economic diversification while enhancing Nigeria’s position in global trade.