On Thursday 8th October, the Logistics Achiever Awards were held in Johannesburg at the Monte Casino Ballroom. Regarded as the ‘Oscars’ for the local supply chain and logistics industry, the annual Logistics Achiever Awards recognise professionalism and excellence in the effective application of strategic, tactical and operational logistics and supply chain management principles, concepts, and practices in Southern Africa. The awards include Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, and are designed to encourage industry players to review, evaluate and upgrade their current logistics and supply chain management practices.

By Press Office, Barloworld Logistics

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Barloworld Logistics, a leading supply chain services and solutions provider, has acquired re-, an environmental solutions company. To reflect its new standing, re- has undergone a brand makeover, and has been renamed ‘SmartMatta’.

“The acquisition of SmartMatta demonstrates our commitment to constantly finding innovative ways to drive economic, social and environmental sustainability,” says Steve Ford, CEO, Barloworld Logistics. “Indeed, our vision is to always provide clients with smart sustainable supply chain solutions that give them that critical competitive edge.”

SmartMatta assists companies in reducing waste sent to landfill, as well as lowering resource consumption and harmful emissions – solutions that ultimately contribute to long-term growth and profitability.

Barloworld Logistics, one of southern Africa’s leading logistics and supply chain management experts, released the results of its much anticipated tenth research survey - supplychainforesight 2013 – which provides invaluable insight into the degree of innovation, smart partnerships and sustainable advantages within South Africa’s companies and their supply chains.

By Stephen Temple, MD Freight Forwarding SA, Barloworld Logistics