24 November 2025

Editor’s Note

Collaboration is proving its worth at Durban Port. A new multi-stakeholder initiative has cut port turnaround times significantly, boosting efficiency and strengthening South Africa’s trade competitiveness. This article unpacks how industry and government alignment is driving measurable impact.

Collaborative Initiative Leads to Significant Reduction in Durban Port Turnaround Times

Over the last several months, importers have been experiencing significant delays in the issuing of removal permits at Durban Port. The delays were primarily driven by a sharp increase in applications following the reopening of trade with Brazil earlier this year.

In the last month, the Association of Meat Importers & Exporters (AMIE) and the Border Management Authority (BMA) have …

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Collaborative Initiative Leads to Significant Reduction in Durban Port Turnaround Times
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