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In tense meeting with lawmakers, Sanral says it will miss deadline for road maintenance tenders worth R9.5bn
29th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has confirmed that it will not meet the November 30 target deadline for the award of 241 routine road maintenance (RRM) tenders with an... 


South Africa's Transnet begins process to expand manganese export capacity
25th September 2026 By: Reuters

South Africa's State-owned logistics operator Transnet said on Friday it has started the process of picking a private sector partner to develop and operate a new manganese export terminal for 25... 


ACSA asks former CFO Mthethwa to return and steer
25th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Airports Company South Africa has appointed Siphamandla Mthethwa CEO effective November 1. This follows a Cabinet decision that was taken on September 23, which deemed Mthethwa apt to return to... 


IATA calls for multi-layered approach to counter undeclared dangerous goods in cargo
25th September 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

There is a necessity for stronger and collaborative safety screening processes across the air cargo supply chain to deal with the risks created by dangerous goods that were not declared or which... 


South Africa's weekly port volumes drop 21%
25th September 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Data from the Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) has shown a 21% decline in the number of twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) handled in South Africa during the week of... 


How a no-SIM sticker with a tiny battery weighing less than 4 g can track your goods
25th September 2026 By: Irma Venter

Mobility technology and fleet management company GoMetro has launched disposable Bluetooth low-energy (BLE) stickers for companies and individuals to track their goods. GoMetro Internet of Things... 


Global airports saw record passenger numbers last year, with Africa seeing strongest growth
23rd September 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

Airports Council International (ACI) World, the global representative body for airports, reported on Wednesday that a record number of 9.8-billion passengers had passed through the world’s airports... 


New version of rail network statement officially Gazetted
21st September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

An updated version of the network statement that will govern access to the South Africa’s railways system for the two financial years of 2026/27 and 2027/28 has been Gazetted by the Department of... 


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Aviation

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ACSA asks former CFO Mthethwa to return and steer
25th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Airports Company South Africa has appointed Siphamandla Mthethwa CEO effective November 1. This follows a Cabinet decision that was taken on September 23, which deemed Mthethwa apt to return to... 


IATA calls for multi-layered approach to counter undeclared dangerous goods in cargo
25th September 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

There is a necessity for stronger and collaborative safety screening processes across the air cargo supply chain to deal with the risks created by dangerous goods that were not declared or which... 


Global airports saw record passenger numbers last year, with Africa seeing strongest growth
23rd September 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

Airports Council International (ACI) World, the global representative body for airports, reported on Wednesday that a record number of 9.8-billion passengers had passed through the world’s airports... 


Logistics

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New version of rail network statement officially Gazetted
21st September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

An updated version of the network statement that will govern access to the South Africa’s railways system for the two financial years of 2026/27 and 2027/28 has been Gazetted by the Department of... 


Infrastructure, private sector participation key to lifting SA's economic growth
18th September 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the increasing focus on infrastructure as South Africa seeks to arrest decay and lay the foundations for a return to growth, as well as the role of... 


YW's IronOak takes over 65% of three Pepkor distribution centres
15th September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Financial services and investment firm YW Capital and corporate and investment bank RMB have completed a R2.25-billion transaction that will see YW Capital's industrial and logistics real estate... 


Materials Handling

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Supplier extends bulk materials, mining bearings range
14th August 2026

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s Bearings division has expanded its Timken product offering to include split cylindrical hanger units, engineered for screw conveyor shafts operating in demanding... 


Manufacturer helps tackle youth unemployment
14th August 2026

In the wake of South Africa’s Youth Month, celebrated in June, original equipment manufacturer Barloworld Equipment reinforced its commitment to developing the country’s next generation of... 


Powerfleet and CTRLFleet highlight role of technology in transport sector
11th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Technology companies Powerfleet and CTRLFleet used the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand to highlight the growing role of digital solutions in improving transport and logistics... 


New Technology

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Bidvest Mobility partners showcase digital logistics solutions at Transport Evolution Africa
10th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Technology partners of Bidvest Mobility, Zebra Technologies and FarEye, highlighted the growing role of digitalisation, automation and AI in improving transport and logistics efficiency at the... 


Driving fleet efficiency with Shell Fleet Solutions
10th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

For fleet operators, every kilometre matters. From fuel efficiency and vehicle uptime to driver convenience and operating costs, success depends on having the right partner on the road. Fleet and... 


Leading the way forward with Shell
10th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

In today’s competitive transport industry, fleet operators face increasing pressure to reduce operating costs, improve efficiency, and minimise vehicle downtime. Achieving these goals requires more... 


Ports & Shipping

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South Africa's weekly port volumes drop 21%
25th September 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

Data from the Southern African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) has shown a 21% decline in the number of twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) handled in South Africa during the week of... 


Infrastructure, private sector participation key to lifting SA's economic growth
18th September 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the increasing focus on infrastructure as South Africa seeks to arrest decay and lay the foundations for a return to growth, as well as the role of... 


Godongwana highlights infrastructure’s growth potential as DBSA disbursements rise to R20.7bn
14th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) reported record disbursements of R20.7-billion in 2025/26, up from R17.5-billion in the prior year, and has indicated that the outlook for... 


Public Transport

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VAE SA delivers new rail crossing for Crossmoor Station in KwaZulu-Natal
11th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

A new diamond crossing has been installed at Crossmoor Station to improve reliability, safety and travel times for daily commuter passengers on State-owned the Passenger Rail Agency of South... 


Gibela Namela, Jozi My Jozi partner to strenghten Johannesburg's taxi industry
7th August 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Taxi industry body Gibela Namela and citizen-led nonprofit company Jozi My Jozi (JMJ) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to implement a number of interventions aimed at strengthening... 


Powerfleet and CTRLFleet highlight role of technology in transport sector
11th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Technology companies Powerfleet and CTRLFleet used the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand to highlight the growing role of digital solutions in improving transport and logistics... 


Rail

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Godongwana highlights infrastructure’s growth potential as DBSA disbursements rise to R20.7bn
14th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) reported record disbursements of R20.7-billion in 2025/26, up from R17.5-billion in the prior year, and has indicated that the outlook for... 


New Network Statement to increase rail-access contract period to 15 years
14th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Public consultations on the draft Network Statement Version 4, which will govern access to South Africa's national rail network for the coming two years, have been concluded and it is anticipated... 


Traxtion plans South Africa's first rolling stock registration under Luxembourg Rail Protocol
11th September 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Rail services company Traxtion has announced plans to become South Africa’s first private freight rail operator to implement the Luxembourg Rail Protocol framework by applying for internationally... 


Roads

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Dr Mncane Mthunzi appointed naamsa CEO
7th September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation naamsa | The Automotive Business Council has appointed Dr Mncane Mthunzi CEO, effective from September 7. naamsa says his appointment comes at a defining moment for South... 


Bontebok National Park reopens to the public after May floods
1st September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The Bontebok National Park, near Swellendam, in the Western Cape, is again open to the public after the road, chalets and camping area were repaired. Severe flooding on the Breede river in the... 


VW’s Kariega plant achieves production record in July
20th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Volkswagen Group Africa's (VWGA's) Plant Kariega, in the Eastern Cape, manufactured 17 009 vehicles in July, an improvement on the previous monthly record of 16 670 units set in July 2025. Of this... 


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