Agility’s CEO for Africa discusses the continent’s opportunities and challenges
Logistics
Stuart Todd | Top Story | May 01, 2024

AJOT Insights
Agility’s CEO for Africa discusses the continent’s opportunities and challenges

AJOT interviews Geoffrey White, long-standing CEO Africa of Kuwait-based logistics group Agility, who provides insights into trade in Africa, the challenges faced and the opportunities which lie ahead.
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MSC BRC - scope: East Africa and Red Sea to USA and San Juan Puerto Rico

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

MSC’s new monthly Bunker Recovery charge (BRC) as of June 1st, 2024, last container gate in date.

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MSC GRI cancelled scope: USA & Puerto Rico to Middle East and Gulf

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

MSC GRI is cancelled and will no longer apply.

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Cleo introduces new order automation solution for suppliers

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Shipping Technology

CIC ORCA dramatically improves B2B buying experiences for non-EDI buyers by delivering seamless “eCommerce to EDI” workflows

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MSC BRC - scope: Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Noumea & Bell Bay ports to USA

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

MSC BRC levels applicable for Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Noumea & Bell Bay to USA effective June 1st, 2024, will be the following:

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MSC BRC - scope: Import Mexico and Canada to USA & Puerto Rico

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Import from Mexico & Canada to USA & Puerto Rico, the BRC will remain same levels effective June 1st, 2024.

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TCA announces new carrier recognition program TCA Drivers’ Choice Awards – The Elite Fleets

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Trucking

In partnership with the University of Denver’s Transportation & Supply Chain Institute

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WACO urges members to prepare for ICS2 & enhance insurance cover

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Logistics

Delegates at WACO’s 98th Annual General Meeting were advised to prepare themselves and customers for incoming regulations and ensure company insurance policies reflect global risks

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AAR reports rail traffic for April and the week ending April 27, 2024

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) today reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending April 27, 2024, as well as volumes for April 2024.

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Air cargo’s ‘black swan’ event sees demand peak, as attention turns to Q4 market

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The impact of air cargo’s ‘black swan’ event – conflict in the Red Sea disrupting ocean freight services – showed signs of easing in April but volume growth still registered the fourth straight month of +11% increases in global air freight demand, according to the latest weekly data analysis by Xeneta.

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Gulftainer facilitates successful rail cargo operation from Al Jubail to Al Riyadh

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

Gulftainer, a leading operator of regional ports and terminals, and a provider of customised supply chain and logistics solutions, achieved a significant milestone in its logistics operations in Saudi Arabia by handling a seamless rail cargo operation from Al Jubail to Al Riyadh.

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Tanker orders increase 32% year-on-year

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Energy | Maritime | Bulk

Tanker ordering levels have increased during the first few months of 2024. So far this year, 104 Tankers have been added to the global orderbook, up from 79 for the same period last year, representing a year-on-year increase of c.32%.

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Davies Turner wins five-year logistics contract from Lyle & Scott

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Logistics

Iconic clothing and fashion brand, Lyle & Scott has selected Davies Turner Logistics to provide third party warehousing, and management of final mile logistics fulfilment and distribution services across the UK for the next five years.

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VCT delivers enhanced productivity, efficiency to ICPC

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Terminals

Visayas Container Terminal (VCT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation in Central Philippines, is making progress towards transforming the Iloilo Commercial Port Complex (ICPC) into a more competitive and efficient trade gateway for Western Visayas.

CN announces C$1.25 billion debt offering

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

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Avianca Group announces first quarter 2024 financial results

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

• The Group posted $272 million in EBITDAR, at a 21.5% margin. • Liquidity position remains strong at $971 million. • The Company’s continued commitment to focus on being affordable for all, leads to more passengers transported year-over-year and a strengthened load factor despite a significant capacity increase.

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Anemoi welcomes Horndahl as new Commercial Director

AJOT | May 01, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | Green Shipping | Maritime | Technology | People | Appointments

Anemoi Marine Technologies Ltd – a global leader in wind-assisted propulsion technology for commercial vessels – has announced the appointment of Claes Horndahl as their new Commercial Director.

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