The Federal Government is currently considering two major options for the rehabilitation of the aging Carter Bridge in Lagos: a complete replacement of the bridge with a modern cable-stayed structure …
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Despite Piracy Drop, Shipowners Still Spend Up to $8,000 Daily on Security Escorts in Nigerian Waters
Maritime industry stakeholders have raised concerns over the high cost of marine security in Nigeria, revealing that shipowners still spend between $5,000 and $8,000 daily to hire private security vessels, …
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Kenya Probes Multinational Shipping Firms Over Alleged Market
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has launched a major investigation into several multinational companies operating in the country’s shipping and logistics sector, following complaints by local industry groups. The …
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Excite Panacea Unveils AI Supply Chain Dashboard
Excite Panacea, a Nigerian-based supply chain technology company, has introduced an AI-powered supply chain analytics dashboard aimed at improving distribution efficiency and tackling data fragmentation across West Africa’s fast-moving consumer …
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Fuel Prices Rise Across South Africa
Motorists and households in South Africa are facing a fresh round of fuel price hikes, with the cost of petrol, diesel, and paraffin all increasing as of this week. According …
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Atlas Core Launches Clean Mobility Plan for Logistics and Urban Transport in Nigeria
A Nigerian clean energy infrastructure firm, Atlas Core Energy and Logistics, has unveiled a new initiative aimed at transforming the country’s transport and logistics sector. The company has officially launched …
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Clarion Shipping Unveils Nigeria’s First Indigenous Containership
In a major step towards improving cargo movement within Nigeria and across West Africa, Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has launched the country’s first indigenous containership, MV Ocean Dragon. The …
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Tricycle Owners Accuse FG of Diverting Promised CNG Tricycles
The National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association (NATOMORAS) has raised alarm over the alleged diversion of 2,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) tricycles, which they claim were promised …
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Posta Kenya Battles for Relevance as Private Couriers Dominate Mail
The Posta Corporation of Kenya (PCK), popularly known as Posta, is currently battling for survival as it continues to lose relevance in the modern communication and logistics industry. Once the …
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SA Secures $474.6 Million Loan from African Development Bank
South Africa has secured a fresh $474.6 million loan from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to support the country’s ongoing efforts to improve its struggling transport and energy infrastructure. The …