Author:focus-on-transport

Southern African Bus Operators Association (SABOA)

SABOA promotes and protects the common interests of its members. The association records, collects, disseminates and publishes any information or practical knowledge considered to be of use and/or interest to its members. It takes a serious stance on the promotion and advancement of the status of the road passenger transport industry, thereby upholding the interests of the travelling public. The association has established communication channels with government departments and other appropriate institutions and bodies โ€“ both national and otherwise โ€“ […]

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South African Vehicle and Bodybuildersโ€™ Association (SAVABA)

The South African Vehicle and Bodybuildersโ€™ Association (SAVABA), a constituent trade association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), represents manufacturers of truck and bus bodies, heavy-duty trailers and specialapplication vehicles for the transport industry. In the intensely competitive modern business environment, todayโ€™s motor industry entrepreneur requires professional, efficient support and infrastructure that meets, and even anticipates, his or her needs. SAVABA can fill that role through a variety of products and services including: Extensive liaison on behalf of members […]

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Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport of South Africa (CILTSA)

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) is the international body for logistics and transport professionals, active in over 30 countries and servicing the interests of over 30 000 members. Committed to advancing logistics and transport, CILT established a section in South Africa, CILTSA, in December 2002. MISSION To be recognised as the leading worldwide source and assurance of excellence for logistics and transport professionals. OBJECTIVES To establish and maintain the professional standing of members for recognition of their […]

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South African Express Parcel Association (SAEPA)

The South African Express Parcel Association (SAEPA) is a strong representative voice on matters of legislation, regulation, practice and procedures pertaining to the express parcel industry. The main objective of the association is to advance the interests of the express parcel industry in South Africa to benefit consumers, service providers and the national economy. The association numbers over 100 member companies, including most of the major players in the industry, as well as smaller and independent operators. 1st Floor, Building […]

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Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI)

With a membership of 7 800, the RMI provides a very effective collective voice that gives members considerable clout in negotiating better trading conditions. As the leading voice in the motor industry, the RMI is a memberdriven organisation that constantly seeks solutions to concerns raised by members in the day-to-day running of their businesses. Membersโ€™ needs are serviced through six regional offices, manned by 76 professional staff members. In addition, the RMI is the major employer representative of the Motor […]

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Professional Movers Association (PMA)

The original objective of the PMA was to give its members a voice in applying for the transport permits required in those days, as well as to promote the sharing among members of return load facilities. The permit system fell away in 1991 but the PMA continued as an accreditation body, setting professional standards for the removal industry. The PMA now represents a guarantee of superior service, quality and peace of mind to its customers. This is because membership of […]

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Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE)

The Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE), which was founded in 1944to encourage skills training and education in road transport engineering, is aninfluential and international professional body with well over 16 000 individualmembers worldwide. These members operate and maintain every type of road vehicleโ€“ from cars to trucks, buses and coaches.The societyโ€™s purpose is to promote safe, efficient and environmentally sustainableoperations engineering to the benefit of society.The IRTEโ€™s aim is to be the preferred professional body for those engaged in […]

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Federation of East and Southern African Road Transport Associations (FESARTA)

VISION To achieve wide recognition of the value of the road transport industry to the east and southern African regions, and to enhance its efficiency and competitiveness through the national road transport associations. OBJECTIVES To participate fully in the activities of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Directorate of Infrastructure and Services and other appropriate sectors of the SADC and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). MEMBER NATIONAL ROAD TRANSPORT ASSOCIATIONS: Association of Lesotho Road Transporters; Botswana […]

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Road Freight Association

The Road Freight Association was established in 1975 to support its members who are, mainly, road freight service providers. It is a facilitating body that influences the state of the industry, rates, upkeep of the road infrastructure, road safety, freight security, driver interests, cross-border transport, development funding for emerging operations, education, health, the fuel price, law enforcement, labour relations and many other issues related to road freight transport. The Associationโ€™s member companies include small and medium-sized trucking companies, including many […]

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Many Challenges Ahead

As we enter the new year, one thing is certain: 2009 is going to be extremely challenging. I was almost moved to tears by a media statement from General Motors South Africa (GMSA) I received at the beginning of 2009. I am not a member of the rapidly growing South African Doom and Gloom Club, but I have to share its contents with you.

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