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Durban Container Terminal deal approved

Competition Commission approves acquisition with conditions

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 0 1858

SOUTH AFRICA: The intended acquisition by International Container Terminal Services of the Durban Container Terminal Pier 2 has been approved by the Competition Commission given that the proposed transaction is unlikely to prevent or impact on competition in the market.

African ports risk falling behind in adopting digital systems

World Bank report highlights global use of Port Community Systems

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 0 1714

An international report jointly developed by the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH) and the World Bank has warned that low-and middle-income countries risk falling behind in the adoption of Port Community Systems (PCS) due to technical and financial constraints.

Flipping tyres in the port

NIGERIA: A Nigerian port terminal is taking positive steps towards developing a circular economy by teaming up with a recycling company to upcycle...

New port equipment will reduce wind delays

SOUTH AFRICA: With a total replacement of Rubber Tyred Gantries (RTGs) planned for the Port of Cape Town to help address the hours lost due to...

Energy conferences still clashing in build-up to events

SOUTH AFRICA: With the 30th edition of Africa Oil Week (AOW) scheduled for this coming week – new owners will host the milestone event as...

Training centre celebrates milestone with plans for future growth

SOUTH AFRICA: Capitalising on their 21-year milestone anniversary, the South African Maritime Training Academy has initiated a process to work...

Strategic acquisition boosts fleet and services for marine services company

SOUTH AFRICA: Cape Town-based OSC Marine Africa has acquired the vessels and services of Servest Marine (a division of Servest) in a strategic...

New technology employed to combat lithium-ion fires

SOUTH AFRICA: An approved range of fire extinguishers featuring new dispersion technology is now available to respond to lithium-ion battery fire...

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