The rising volatility of oil prices and the consequent fuel surcharges applied by integrators such as DHL, TNT, UPS and FedEx combined with the economic slowdown has led to a gradual shift in customer demand away from express and parcel delivery services via air to alternatives such as road and rail. 27 Nov 2008

Barloworld Logistics has appointed a new CEO for its Africa operations. Eric Gower-Winter takes over the reins from Isaac Shongwe on 1 January 2009 when Shongwe moves on to become CEO of the Barloworld Logistics group. 17 Nov 2008

USA: Minutes after DHL announced last Monday it was ceding the US express mail market, UPS' sales force - more than 3,000 strong - swung into action. 17 Nov 2008

Imperial Holdings' wholly owned Logistics division recently received an award for Good Practice in Skills Development from the Minister of Labour, Membathisi Mdladlana. Imperial Logistics was one of eighteen recipients and the only achiever in the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Sector. 17 Nov 2008

Cargo Carriers interim results hold steady overall despite fuel cost and interest rate increases. 31 Oct 2008

Imperial Logistics has announced the acquisition of 60% of RP Logistix, extending its service offering to existing and new customers, while growing its business nationally and cross-border into Southern Africa. 31 Jul 2008

Imperial Logistics is one of three divisions within the Imperial Holdings Group and the leading logistics and supply chain management company in Southern Africa. Since 2001, the company has driven various corporate social responsibility programmes. 25 Jul 2008