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Internet of Things set to transform global logistics space

Beyond smart trucks, the next evolution of IoT logistics will see the entire supply chain linked with connected things From driverless vehicles to the Internet of Things (IoT), the interconnection of everyday objects via the Internet, the global telematics market...

Kerry Logistics acquires freight forwarding company S.A.S. in South Africa

Kerry Logistics Network Limited have announced the acquisition of Shipping and Airfreight Services (Pty) Limited (S.A.S.), a well-established freight forwarding and logistics company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Established 30 years ago, S.A.S. provides its international customers with flexible logistics...

Hughcor takes delivery of new DAF truck

Hughcor, a Durban-based long-distance transport company, has taken delivery of its first DAF truck, citing performance, fuel efficiency and, more importantly, the ‘new’ Babcock backup regime behind the DAF brand, as central to the buying decision.

Save the Date: TruckX 2018 is around the corner

If you represent the trucking, fleet or the material handlings industry, please save the date for TruckX and FleetX 2018, taking place at Kyalami on July 11 and 12 With a record-breaking 2 187 visitors attending TruckX 2017, it’s no wonder that...

Isuzu’s PE plant gears up for Next Gen D-MAX

Upgrades and modifications to the Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) production plant in Port Elizabeth are currently underway, gearing up for the production of the seventh generation Isuzu D-MAX bakkie. Late last year...

People moving up…

Recent appointments made within South Africa’s auto and related sectors…   Mercedes-Benz South Africa Jasper Hafkamp has been appointed Executive Director of Daimler Trucks & Buses’ Regional Centre Southern Africa, effective from December 1.   Mercedes-Benz South Africa Kobus van Zyl has been appointed General...

Henred’s Hanlie Strauss is MISA’s Woman of the Year

The Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) in partnership with AON, recently announced that Hanlie Strauss of Henred Fruehauf had been judged its Woman of the Year. The award recognises the vital role women play in South Africa’s motor industry. Hanlie...

Getting set for change

Pierre Bruwer, Managing Director of Ctrack SA, looks into the future of mobility How will the Internet of Things (IoT) impact the development of motor vehicles over the next five to 10 years? What innovations will be forthcoming? What implementations?...

Minister of Trade and Industry visits Isuzu Motors South Africa

The Minister of Trade and Industry, Ebrahim Patel, second left, and Deputy Minister, Fikile Majola, left, visited Isuzu Motors South Africa today whilst in Port Elizabeth on business. During this courtesy visit the Ministers met with...

IoT in the spotlight at TruckX 2017

Tony Smallwood, executive head of Vodacom IoT, will deliver one of the keynote addresses at this year’s TruckX Conference and Expo to be held on July 12 and 13 at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit near Johannesburg. TruckX, sponsored by...

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