The AFRICA TRADE CENTRE AND THE FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA proudly presents you with the following information that may add value to Africa's development. Please direct any correspondence to: info@isupportafrica.com
TRANSPORT – THE BACKBONE TO A COUNTRY’s SUCCESS
A few weeks ago I chaired the Africa Power and Electricity Congress, held here in Johannesburg and realized the importance of a country’s energy resource. I concluded that the energy sector must be regarded as the ‘heartbeat’ of any economy.
Recent power failures here in Johannesburg resulted in the temporary closure of many a business therefore the loss of millions - while the ripple effect may never be measured.
This brings me to the importance of the TRANSPORT sector, including the associated infrastructure. If energy is the ‘heartbeat’ then transport must be regarded as the ‘backbone’ to any economy. An efficient transport service delivers a sound economy.
With the ever increasing cost of fuel (energy) the transport industry is under enormous pressure to ensure an efficient, productive, cost effective service and also remain competitive.
There are two important transport events taking place that will be of value to everyone involved in the transport industry. We have added our endorsement to both events.
Herewith detail on both events:
ENDORSED BY THE FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA
16-18 May, Durban, South Africa (Venue: Garden Court Marine Parade) A Equilibrium International EVENT - South Africa Transport Symposium - The primary purpose of the conference is to review the current status and future needs for efficient transport and the role transport plays in sustaining South Africa's productivity and competitiveness. Also to determine and identify the contribution of the transport sector to the economy!
To identify pressure points on South Africa's transport system.
To analyze the connectivity and performance of our transport network and to present future scenarios for South Africa's transport strategy.
To sketch a legal framework of the Transport Legislation.
To present alternative transport solutions for South Africa.
To examine the Supply Chain and it's role in the procurement process.
To investigate PPP's in transport.
Contact: Marshall CLOETE at 00 27 (0)11 703 2000
Email: marshall@equilibriumint.com
Website: www.equilibriumint.com
ENDORSED BY THE FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA
23-25 August, Dallas, Texas, USA (Dallas Convention Centre) A Franchise and International Business Investment Exchange EVENT - The Second Annual Africa Road Transportation Forum and Catalog Show to be held during the Great American Trucking Show - This annual trade show aims to bring pre-screened African Transporters, Truckers, Fleet Operators, Truck Owner/Operators in the haulage and logistics business from the Continent of Africa into Dallas, Texas, USA for the purpose of buying road transportation/ logistics related Franchise and International business opportunities of American origin from U.S Franchisors and licenseable business Owners for the purpose of replicating and operating these opportunities in various African Countries so as to enhance growth model in the African Road Transportation Sector.
Also to discuss how African Transporters can incease haulage business growth using American heavy-duty Trucks, Credit Facilities,eg EXIMBank Trade Tools, American road transportation's Operating Systems Model, etc. The forum programme will include:
* Africa Road Transportation Business- Nigeria a case study; An Overview
* Key Elements in Fleet Management; Issues and Problems
* Key Elements of an Ideal Model Road Transportation Company
* What role does Warehouse Logistics play in the Road Tansportation Business?
* How to access the American NEW and USED Truck Market
* National Highway Watch / Security the American Model
* How to access the African Financial Institutions and United States Export-Import Bank's Short, Medium and Long-term Loans / Credit Facilities to Start, Expand and Sustain a Road Transportation Operation in Nigeria and other African Countries.
* The Investor, Government, Association, Trade Facilitator, Manufacturer, Franchisor, Franchisee, Exporter, Financial Institution, Road Transportation and Warehouse Logistics Regional / National Planner Roles.
* Practical Issues Relating to Daily Operations.
* Forum For Franchise and International Business Investment Exchange.
Contact Pin OSUJI on 00 404 587 5131
Email: ogeseg@yahoo.com
Website: www.gatsonline.com
I have been invited to present in Durban and chair in Dallas.
For a comprehensive list of events/conferences/exhibitions even fashion shows and sporting events, that impact on Africa’s development, please visit our world-ranked/rated website under the heading UPCOMING EVENTS SERVING AFRICA.
See:
http://www.foundation-development-africa.org/africa_upcoming_events/index.htm
Also take note of our AFRICA TRADE CENTRE / FDA TRADING PARTNERS listed under the TRANSPORT sector of our PRODUCTS AND SERVICES SERVING AFRICA – see:
http://www.fdapartners.net/products_services/transport/index.htm
Please do not forget to add your product and/or service to the AFRICA TRADE CENTRE’s most comprehensive database of PRODUCTS AND SERVICES SERVING AFRICA – you will be pleasantly surprised at the rate this database is growing:
SEE:
http://www.fdapartners.net/products_services/index.htm
How can you participate?
All you have to do is complete this form and select an option:
http://www.fdapartners.net/com/fda_participation_form.htm
Take care
Peter
