Suez Canal Authority and Namibia’s Namport seal maritime deal in new sign of North-South cooperation
The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) and the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) have formalised a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral maritime cooperation between Namibia and Egypt.
Transnet Signs 25-Year Deal With ICTSI to Upgrade Durban Container Terminal
South Africa’s state-owned rail, port and pipeline company, Transnet, has inked a 25-year partnership deal with International Container Terminal Services Incorporated (ICTSI) for the development and management of Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2.
Africa eyes better trade links through port–rail integration
KPA boss urges rail agencies across Africa to align their operations for improved cargo movement. by Blue Africa News Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director Captain William Ruto is advocating for meaningful collaboration and seamless integrated transport systems as a sure bet for the African continent to realise a resilient economic future. Delivering a keynote […]
New port developments set to transform African logistics
The government of Tanzania is set to commence construction of a new port, marking the end of a prolonged stalemate that stemmed from disagreements over contract terms with foreign developers.
SA’s Transnet hits 200th locally-built modern locomotive as country’s agri exports soar
Transnet, South Africa’s state-owned freight and logistics company has reached a major milestone in the local logistics sector, through the successful building of its 200th modern train engine christened Traxx 23E.
Port call technology to boost efficiency, green shipping in Namibia
Two Namibian ports have rolled out a digital port call optimisation platform, enabling seamless real-time data exchange among critical players in port operations.
Maputo’s Matola terminal set for major capacity surge after expansion launch
South Africa based freight logistics company Grindrod Limited, has this week broken ground on the expansion of the Matola terminal, a major step toward advancing Mozambique’s position as a strategic South African regional gateway.
Port of Abidjan recognised for outstanding import and transit performance
Port of Abidjan under the stewardship of Director General Hien Yacouba Sie scooped two major awards during the recently concluded 45th annual council of the Association of Ports Management of West and Central Africa (4-7 November) in Pointe-Noire, Congo Brazzaville.
NRC’s 5-year electrification push raises eyebrows over energy deficit
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) plans to electrify the country’s rail network within five years.
Djibouti strengthens portfolio with Saudi partnership on Port de Tadjourah
The government of Djibouti has signed a framework agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Gateway Terminal (RSGT), laying the groundwork for a potential 30-year concession to develop and operate the Port of Tadjourah in the country’s north-central region.