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(8 articles)South Africa Opens Rail Network to Private Operators by 2027
South Africa is preparing to liberalize its freight rail network by opening infrastructure to private operators beginning in 2027, marking a significant structural shift in the country's transport eco
EU Harmonizes Transport Emissions Rules—What Shippers Must Know
The European Union has implemented new harmonized rules for calculating transport emissions, establishing standardized methodologies across member states and transport modes. This regulatory shift rep
Africa's Transport Sector: Future Outlook & Supply Chain Impact
Brookings has published analysis on the trajectory of Africa's transport sector, examining how infrastructure development, policy frameworks, and investment patterns will shape regional supply chain e
MEPs Push EU-US Transport Dialogue in Washington Visit
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are engaging in high-level transport discussions during a visit to Washington, signaling renewed focus on EU-US trade facilitation and regulatory harmonizatio
Private Sector Poised to Transform South Africa's Freight Rail
South Africa's transportation leadership is signaling a strategic pivot toward private sector participation in freight logistics, creating potential opportunities for commercial operators in the rail
South Africa logistics reforms stalled: 60% of initiatives delayed
South Africa's logistics sector is experiencing a critical bifurcation: while some progress has been made in expanding rail access infrastructure, the broader modernization agenda faces substantial he
NSW North West Regional Transport Plan Reshapes Supply Routes
New South Wales has released a comprehensive regional transport plan targeting the state's north west corridor, signaling strategic investment in inland freight infrastructure and logistics optimizati
Malaysia Government Acts to Reduce Port Congestion
The Malaysian government, through Minister Loke, has announced proactive measures to address and prevent port congestion—a critical concern for regional supply chains. Port congestion disrupts the flo