Women’s Month: Breaking barriers in the fuels industry

Bulk fuel distribution is a risky business and only the most professional personnel get to manage the tanks and tankers that feed the petrochemical supply chain.

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From The Editor's Desk

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Welcome to From the Editor’s Desk, a space where we take a closer look at the stories shaping the transport, logistics and fleet industries. From market trends and operational challenges to industry insights and expert opinions, this section highlights the conversations that matter most to fleet operators and decision-makers across South Africa. Our aim is to provide practical, relevant and thought-provoking content that keeps the industry informed and moving forward.

Patrick O’Leary
Managing Editor, FleetWatch

Industry News

Friday, 14 August, 2026

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Opinion Piece: Can South Africa really enforce a 0% alcohol limit?

By Rhys Evans, Managing Director of ALCO-Safe With South Africa moving closer to a 0% alcohol tolerance policy for drivers, the legislative intent is clear: eliminate the dangerous guesswork surrounding…...

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Isuzu’s Legends of the Long Run finds its first one-million-kilometre truck

In commercial truck transport, a million kilometres on the clock is more than just a number....

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CILTSA opens development pathway for women in logistics and transport

Women working across South Africa’s logistics and transport sector have been given a new route into professional development and leadership with the launch of a fully funded CILT Level 5…...

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Women’s Month: The workforce challenge no industry can afford to ignore

Women's Month provides a timely opportunity for South Africa's trucking and logistics industry to look beyond traditional talent pools....

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Trucking Updates

MoC signed to tackle logistics bottlenecks affecting South Africa’s meat trade

South Africa's agricultural exports include temperature-sensitive commodities such as meat, making delays at ports, border posts or inspection points rapid…

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Opinion Piece: Stronger together: Collaboration as a strategic imperative for energy resilience

In an environment shaped by supply chain volatility, rising operational costs and increasing pressure on productivity, energy companies are being…

6 months ago

Volvo Trucks SA crowns 2025 dealer champions across 23 performance categories

With 23 award categories spanning its full value chain and a 20-strong national dealer network, Volvo Trucks South Africa’s annual…

6 months ago

Global news: Robots are now loading trailers at FedEx

Our guess is that it will be a long time before we see this emulated in South Africa - if…

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Opinions & Blogs

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ISUZU Motors South Africa launches Legends of the Long Run

A tribute to loyal customers and the trucks that keep going.

1 month ago

Need comprehensive fleet management? Consider Tracker Empower

In today’s highly competitive business environment, effective fleet management is about more than just knowing where your vehicles are.

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Talking electric trucks with Volvo Trucks South Africa and its customers

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