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South Africa’s Import And Export Processes Are About To Change
16 Jul 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
SARS is looking to improve the current system of processing import and export declarations, which is big news for those who are involved in the game.
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Umm, They ‘Lost’ This Superyacht
03 Jun 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
The award-winning superyacht, ‘My Song’, was on the way to defend a prestigious title when things went very pear-shaped.
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These Self-Driving Cranes Are Pretty Darn Impressive [Videos]
14 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Given the advancements we have seen with self-driving cars, it was only a matter of time until cranes were in on the action.
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Guess Who’s Snapping Up Most Of South Africa’s Avos
24 Apr 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
In 2017, South Africa exported 43 492 tonnes of avocados, to the value of R853 million. One country, in particular, has taken a liking to our goodies.
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The World’s Biggest Container Ship Is Quite Something [Video]
11 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
The OOCL Hong Kong currently holds the title of world’s biggest container ship and, at 191 317 metric tons, it’s a bit of a monster.
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South Africans Are Snapping Up Container Houses At Around R250k A Pop [Images]
13 Feb 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
More and more people are ditching large houses for inexpensive and environmentally friendly “tiny homes”, made out of shipping containers.
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Infographic Shows How China Has Become “Heavyweight Champion Of World Shipping”
29 Jan 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Every day, right around the world, millions of goods pass through various ports of entry. As you might have guessed, China’s numbers are staggering.
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There’s A Good Reason People Insure Their Cargo Ship Loads [Video]
05 Dec 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Turns out watching cargo ship fails can be quite enjoyable to watch from a distance. It’s also a good reminder of why people put such a premium on insurance.
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Will Seth’s New Venture Be Bigger Than The Cane Chair Business?
08 Nov 2018 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
You’ll remember the Malawi Cane furniture I started a few years back. Well, I think my new business idea could be even bigger.
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Beautiful Video Shows The Journey African Handmade Products Make To Get Into Global Consumer Hands
05 Sep 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you want the best in the business, sometimes you have to go directly to the source. The journey from there to the rest of the world is quite something.
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NotPetya – The Cyberattack That Took Down Some Massive Global Companies
29 Aug 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
NotPetya is a malicious malware born out of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and it managed to humble some pretty big names.
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Your Obsession With Avocados Is Great News For SA Farmers
31 Jul 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Smashed on your toast in the morning, Millennial-style, cutting your cholesterol with healthy unsaturated oil, or moisturising your face – the avocado is king.
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Keen To Get Involved In The Local Import / Export Game? Here’s An Expert Opinion
20 Jun 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There’s serious money to be made from identifying a need in the market, and then solving it, but the experts will tell you that it’s not all plain sailing.
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China Is Going Wild For South Africa’s Nuts
07 May 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If the good people of China decide they like something, there’s generally a global boom that follows. That’s great news for some South African farmer.
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Horrified Onlookers Watch Cargo Ship Smash Into Famous Seaside House [Videos]
10 Apr 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
A good cargo ship passes by unnoticed to the general public, and a terrible cargo ship ploughs into a historic building and causes irreparable damage.
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“White Gold”: Exporting Fynbos Is Now Proving Very Lucrative
05 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
With its silvery white baubles and longer lifespan, there’s a particular species of fynbos that is proving very popular overseas.
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Clever: These Western Cape Farmers Might Be On To Something Big
23 Feb 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
It’s a tough time to be a farmer in the Western Cape, one of your most valuable resources becoming an increasingly scarce commodity. Perhaps this is a wise idea?
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Dramatic Pics And Video Of Oil Tanker Exploding In The East China Sea
16 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
After colliding with a freighter more than a week ago, an Iranian oil tanker has sunk, leaving behind the biggest oil spill of its kind since 1991.
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The Nurdles Have Arrived In Cape Town – Here’s What You Can Do
18 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The great nurdle disaster, likened to an oil spill, has made its way down the coast. So what should you do if you come across them on your favourite beach?
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Durban’s Beaches Are An Absolute Mess Right Now [Video]
21 Nov 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Following the massive storm that hit Durban last month, the beaches in the area have taken a turn for the worse. Perhaps most worryingly, the mess is headed our way.
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Want To Make Money Through Import / Export? Here’s A Hot Tip
19 Oct 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
If what experts are predicting holds true for the next 10 years or so, one natural resource could hold the key to hitting it big. Let’s start from the beginning.
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Everything You Need To Know About The Chaos At Durban Harbour Yesterday [Videos]
11 Oct 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
During Durban’s monster storm, a massive cargo ship ran aground and all hell broke loose. It took a pretty adept rescue operation to turn this one around.
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Five Videos That Sum Up The Storm Situation In KZN Right Now
10 Oct 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
A massive storm smashed into Durban’s coastline this morning, and has already wreaked havoc with flash floods and strong winds. Take a look for yourself.
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Awesome 30-Day Time-Lapse Filmed From The Deck Of A Cargo Ship
28 Sep 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Travelling around the world on a cargo ship, one sailor took the time to capture a timelapse of life on the open seas – thunderstorms and torrential rain included.
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Want To Make Money Off Cape Town’s Hipsters? Import Some Of This Silicon Valley Milk
14 Sep 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Everyone’s heard about almond milk, but over in Silicon Valley one company is making millions flogging a very interesting alternative. Business idea coming your way.
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This Automated, Crewless Cargo Ship Looks Like Every Pirate’s Dream [Video]
15 Aug 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
It was only a matter of time before the world’s first autonomous cargo ship was announced, but we can’t help feeling that there’s a risk they’re not addressing.
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A Quick Look At What Goes Into Building Africa’s First Solar Power Tower Plant
26 Jul 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The first of its kind in Africa, the Khi Solar One solar power tower plant required 335 metric tonnes of cargo to be imported. This is how they did it.
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Money For Jam: If You Crack India You’ll Be A Billionaire
28 Jun 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There’s money to be made in different markets around the world, but there’s a reason many refer to cracking India as the golden ticket.
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South Africa’s Import / Export Trends And How You Could Make Your Millions
23 May 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you’re looking for your next big business idea it’s worth looking at some of the current market trends. Cashew nuts, anyone?
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Shipping Container Homes Are All The Rage Now – Here’s Why
24 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
More and more architects and designers are thinking outside of the box these days, although it’s their in-the-box thinking that has seen this trend take off.
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