Exporting into Africa

When it comes to intra-regional trade, the African continent is lagging seriously behind its North American and European counterparts. In North America, intra-regional trade accounts for 40% of all foreign business. In Europe, the figure is 60%. In Africa, it’s around 12%. Despite calls from governments, the private sector and trade organisations to stimulate business […]

New SOLAS Amendments

[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text] Basic principals In November 2014, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted mandatory amendments to  the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Chapter VI, Part A, Regulation 2 –  Cargo information. The SOLAS convention is applicable global law. The SOLAS amendments become effective on 1 July 2016 for packed containers […]