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East London port welcomes two new tugs as TNPA completes fleet renewal
27th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Port of East London has taken ownership of two new tugboats, marking the end of Transnet National Ports Authority’s (TNPA’s) R1-billion marine fleet renewal programme, aimed at boosting tugboat... 


Demand for used cars streaks ahead, Asian newcomers big new-car winners
27th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The prolonged economic downturn experienced across multiple sectors in South Africa has resulted in markedly depressed sales in the new-car segment over the past 12 months, says finance group... 


Boosting government, foreign investment in S Africa
Boosting government, foreign investment in S Africa
27th September 2024

South Africa’s economic growth has lagged behind the rest of Africa and other developing countries for many years and, according to bolt, nut and fastener manufacturer Impala Bolt & Nut, the... 


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Boegoebaai green hydrogen programme, South Africa – update
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Sasol has appointed Mizuho International to support its search for partners with whom to co-invest and undertake further studies into the Boegoebaai green hydrogen/ammonia export opportunity. 


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Selling Mutlu, stabilising Hesto key as Metair moves towards new strategy
26th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Selling the troubled Mutlu battery business in Türkiye and continuing the stabilisation efforts at Hesto Harnesses are key in returning Metair to solid ground, says CEO Paul O’Flaherty. Announcing... 


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TNPA puts out tender for LNG terminal environmental-impact assessment
25th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

State-owned Transnet subsidiary Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA), in collaboration with Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) and the Industrial Development Corporation, has approached the... 


Iron-ore soars on China stimulus, lower global supply
Iron-ore soars on China stimulus, lower global supply
25th September 2024 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures prices surged on Wednesday, as a fresh batch of policy easing measures from top consumer China lifted market sentiment, while lower global supply also lent support. The... 


ArcelorMittal South Africa CEO Kobus Verster says there is more positive outlook for the country.
South Africa’s coalition government triggers wave of investment
23rd September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The formation of South Africa’s business-friendly coalition government has triggered a wave of investment announcements and positive sentiment not seen in years, spurring hope that Africa’s biggest... 


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Steenhuisen outlines vision for growing and modernising SA’s agriculture ecosystem
20th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Newly appointed Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is pushing a renewed focus on structural reforms, biosecurity and improved trade relations with other countries as the Democratic Alliance... 


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Steenhuisen outlines vision for growing and modernising SA’s agriculture ecosystem
20th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Newly appointed Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen is pushing a renewed focus on structural reforms, biosecurity and improved trade relations with other countries as the Democratic Alliance... 


Logistics sector under pressure in June, July – Ctrack index
Logistics sector under pressure in June, July – Ctrack index
19th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

After moving upwards for three consecutive months, the newest Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (TFI) declined in June and July to reach a level of 119.8 in July – the lowest level since February.... 


Iron-ore climbs on China stimulus hopes, softer stockpiles
Iron-ore climbs on China stimulus hopes, softer stockpiles
19th September 2024 By: Reuters

Prices of iron-ore futures gained ground on Thursday, as prospects of fresh Chinese monetary stimulus and lower inventories overshadowed concerns of the top consumer's weakening domestic demand.... 


Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala.
South Africa's green hydrogen programme attracts R800bn in projects – Deputy Minister
18th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s national green hydrogen programme has attracted projects worth R800-billion-plus, Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala said on Wednesday, when he called on... 


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Grindrod acquires rest of shareholding in Matola Terminal
18th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Ports and logistics group Grindrod will acquire the remaining 35% shareholding in Terminal de Carvão da Matola (TCM), at the Maputo port, from Vitol Mauritius for $77-million. The JSE-listed... 


The Saldanha Bay Iron Ore Terminal in South Africa
Iron-ore posts steepest daily fall in nearly two years
18th September 2024 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures prices posted their biggest daily fall in nearly two years on Wednesday, weighed down by prospects of stronger global supply and weakening Chinese steel demand. The most-traded... 


Study finds Renard diamond facility can be repurposed for lithium production
Study finds Renard diamond facility can be repurposed for lithium production
17th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia-headquartered Winsome Resources has outlined a path to production for its Adina project, in Quebec, Canada, with a scoping study determining that the Renard diamond mine’s processing... 


Dr Philipp Walter, Executive VP Business Line Hydrogen Systems, Global Business Unit Heraeus Precious Metals.
Platinum group metals can play essential decarb role beyond hydrogen ­– Heraeus
17th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Platinum group metal (PGM) catalysis can play an essential decarbonising role beyond hydrogen generation, where its use in proton exchange membrane (PEM) technology for water electrolysis and fuel... 


The 14th Africa PPP Infrastructure Investment Summit 2024 – The Continent’s Premier Gateway to Multi Billion-Dollar African Infrastructure Investment Opportunities
16th September 2024

Morocco stands out as one of Africa’s most dynamic investment destinations and a leader in strategic infrastructure development. Its status makes it an ideal location to host the 14th edition of... 


Iron-ore tests floor as plunge to $90/t puts mines at risk
Iron-ore tests floor as plunge to $90/t puts mines at risk
11th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Iron-ore’s plunge is about to test the view that the steelmaking material can find solid price support at $90 a ton or more as high-cost mines are nudged out of the market. Futures in Singapore... 


Tugs Kganya and Lentswe
East London port gets two new tugs, TNPA wraps up fleet renewal programme
10th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The Port of East London has taken ownership of two new tugboats, marking the end of the Transnet National Ports Authority’s (TNPA’s) R1-billion marine fleet renewal programme, aimed at boosting... 


Demand for used cars outpacing new cars; Asian newcomers big new-car winners
Demand for used cars outpacing new cars; Asian newcomers big new-car winners
9th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The prolonged economic downturn experienced across multiple sectors in South Africa has resulted in markedly depressed sales in the new-car segment over the past 12 months, says finance group... 


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Ramaphosa says China’s tech capabilities can support Africa’s industrialisation
9th September 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that relations between South Africa and China has entered “a new era of opportunity”, following his visit to China, which he said has strengthened trade... 


Macpherson signs two declarations of intent with Chinese groups
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson concluded his visit to China this week by signing two declarations of intent with the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), as... 


UK govt financier pledges $35m towards construction of DRC deep-water container port
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

British International Investment (BII) says it has committed up to $35-million for the construction of the initial phase of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) first deepwater container... 


Challenging trade environment dents Grindrod’s profit
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Grindrod encountered a “very challenging environment” in the first six months of the year, says CEO Xolani Mbambo. “It’s been difficult.” 


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Lobito Corridor Railway project, Angola/Democratic Republic of Congo – update
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Funding of up to $200-million has been approved for the Lobito Corridor Railway project. 


Zimbabwe turns to private firms to boost freight rail volumes
5th September 2024 By: Reuters

Zimbabwe's State-owned railway operator has opened its network up to private players, including a unit of South Africa's Grindrod, as it seeks to boost freight volumes that had collapsed after... 


Rand Currency
Govt says economic growth is a clear indication that SA is on a solid path to recovery
4th September 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Public information entity Government Communication and Information System said on Wednesday South Africa’s economic growth in the second quarter shows that the economy is on a solid path to... 


DBSA approves $200m for Lobito Corridor Railway project
3rd September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Development finance institution the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has, alongside the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), approved funding of up to $200-million... 


South Africa is losing its trade competitiveness edge
2nd September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Enormous investments are being made in ports, rail and transport logistics in Southern Africa, as well as more broadly in Africa, including by international companies and consortia. "Global... 


US sees bipartisan backing for Africa critical minerals projects
29th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

A senior US State Department official reassured African governments that an initiative to help counter China’s influence through developing infrastructure on the continent will continue even after... 


Iron-ore produced by Kumba being transported by rail
Freight rail underperformance cost South Africa’s bulk mining sector R140bn in the last super cycle
28th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Owing to domestic logistics constraints, South Africa’s coal and iron-ore bulk mining sectors were unable to capitalise on the last super cycle from 2021 to 2023, resulting in an estimated... 


Alstom/Transnet locomotive
Experts reflect on status of rail reform at SAHHA Conference
27th August 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With Transnet’s export coal and iron-ore volume performance having reached multidecade lows in recent years and mining companies not weathering low commodity cycles sufficiently, the focus of this... 


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BLSA CEO highlights opportunities, concerns in reform of logistics sector
26th August 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s electricity story is an example of what can be achieved when a problem is approached in a new way, and holds potential lessons for other industries, business organisation Business... 


Lobito Atlantic Railway begins exporting copper from the DRC to the US
23rd August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Railway operator Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) has reported that the first shipment of copper destined for the US left the port of Lobito, in Angola, this week, loaded on the MSC SAMU container... 


Iron-ore stockpiles
BMI revises 2024 iron-ore price forecast lower to $110/t
23rd August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Market analysis firm BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, has revised down its 2024 iron-ore price forecast from an average of $120/t to $110/t, as subdued demand in mainland China amid the ongoing... 


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Challenging trade environment dents Grindrod’s profit
23rd August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Grindrod encountered a “very challenging environment” in the first six months of the year, says CEO Xolani Mbambo. “It’s been difficult.” 


Flash copper price squeeze helps upend global trade flows
Flash copper price squeeze helps upend global trade flows
22nd August 2024 By: Bloomberg

When copper surged toward a record high in New York in May, a ship was in the Pacific Ocean carrying a raw form of the metal from Chile to top buyer China. By the time the Ricarda arrived in... 


Tomato crates on farm
Agriculture records $1.47bn trade surplus in the second quarter
20th August 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

South Africa’s agriculture exports decreased by 0.1% year-on-year in the second quarter of the year to $3.37-billion. This followed a 6% year-on-year growth rate in the first quarter of the year. 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy
S Africa moving to finalise framework for private sector participation in rail and ports
20th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

South Africa plans to complete a framework for private companies to use State-owned port and rail infrastructure within six months, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy said, a move that could help... 


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Aveng demerger signals possible exit from South African market
20th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Construction, engineering and contract mining group Aveng has outlined plans to split its Australian and South African operations into two separate and independent entities. This demerger, which... 


British International Investment, DP World to build deepwater container port in the DRC
British International Investment, DP World to build deepwater container port in the DRC
20th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

British International Investment (BII) says it has committed up to $35-million for the construction of the initial phase of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) first deepwater container... 


Menar MD Vuslat Bayoglu.
Menar envisages reviving Metalloys smelter, selling beneficiated manganese to world
20th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Menar, which recently signed a deal to acquire Samancor’s Metalloys, envisages reviving the ferromanganese smelting complex and exporting  beneficiated manganese to the world. “It’s an exciting... 


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