Transnet Freight Rail’s (TFR) recent invitation for tenders to operate a 20 year lease on South Africa’s busiest rail corridor from Gauteng to Durban reflects the implementation of the White Paper on National Rail Policy approved by cabinet in 2022. This move indicates that TFR accept that they do not have the capacity or finances … Continue reading
On 18 May 2021, the fire and resultant probable loss of the brand new container ship, the mv X-Press Pearl, along with all her cargo off Sri Lanka is a timely reminder of the devastating effect of fires at sea on seafarers and ships. It is also a continuing reminder of the ever-increasing hazard caused … Continue reading
The outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has affected many areas of business, and the legal implications extend far beyond the obvious sectors such as tourism and employment law. Click here to look at our publications for a range of insights on the impact of the pandemic if it continues to spread. Here are eight areas affected … Continue reading