Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road Freight Association

The Association listened with keen ears and bated breath for the waypoints to be listed by President Ramaphosa following his creation some 18 months ago of the National Logistics Crisis Committee (NLCC), formed solely to address the collapse of the state-controlled infrastructure and operations of the country.

Customers seek equipment that protects throughput and operating hours. Liebherr’s portfolio pairs class‑leading lift with e‑drive configurations and retrofit paths, aligning with lifecycle planning and delivering reliable performance under demanding, day‑to‑day conditions.

Letṡeng Diamonds, one of the world’s leading producers of large high-value rough diamonds, has reported impressive performance gains after introducing new Volvo machines into its Lesotho mining operations. Supported by Babcock – the exclusive dealer and aftermarket partner for Volvo Construction Equipment in southern Africa – the fleet has delivered strong reliability, reduced fuel burn and measurable improvements in total cost of ownership.

Keeping cleanrooms free of contamination and regulatory compliant is a top priority for industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceutical, laboratories, electronics and other industrial sectors, particularly as this sector has annual growth predictions through to 2030 in South Africa. The Konecranes belt hoist, specifically designed for applications within cleanroom environs, is lubrication-free with completely sealed pulley bearings thereby minimising the risk of cross contamination.

Insights from Natalie Cooper, senior marine and aviation broker at Aon South Africa.

South Africa’s transport and logistics sector is a cornerstone of the economy, contributing an estimated 9–10% to GDP, moving billions of tonnes of freight annually and employing more than one million people. It underpins key industries such as mining, agriculture and manufacturing, and with projected sector growth exceeding US$20 billion by 2031, its importance will only increase.^[1]