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An efficient transport and logistics system can play a significant role in boosting the South African economy, particularly in driving export competitiveness. Private sector participation is, therefore, vital in revitalising the sector and, subsequently, unlocking growth opportunities in a sector long-affected by various challenges.

This was the topic discussed by panellists during Creamer Media’s Transport webinar, held on October 22.

Facilitated by Oliver Wyman partner in the energy and natural resources practice Mark Evans, speakers included Tata International leader for Africa's distribution operations Jacques Taylor, office managing partner at BDO South Africa’s Nelson Mandela Bay office Siyabonga Mthembu, Standard Bank executive head of infrastructure and public sector Zen Dlamini, Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) COO Rirhandzu Mashava and FedEx MD of sales for sub-Saharan Africa Leon Bruwer.

Taylor noted that the private sector had demonstrated “overwhelming interest” to help rehabilitate the country’s rail infrastructure and ports, noting that the sector had demonstrated this in its readiness to invest its capital and expertise.

He discussed the importance of an effective transport and logistics system for South African businesses and for the economy, particularly for export competitiveness.

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