Link Ship Chandlers: Marine News




Why An Ironclad SA Oceans Economy Strategy Is Vital For Us All

Posted by on 20 Sep 2024 under Marine News, Ship Chandling

Why A Robust SA Oceans Economy Strategy Is Essential

Why A Robust SA Oceans Economy Strategy Is Essential

At Link Ship Chandlers, we are proud of our role as a leading national maritime and offshore procurement company strategically located throughout South Africa. With decades of experience supporting the maritime sector, we know the ins and outs of the industry and have witnessed firsthand the impact of a well-managed and efficient ocean economy.


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South African Ports: Your Essential Guide To A Landscape (And Seascape) In Flux

Posted by on 21 Jun 2024 under Ship Chandling

Reliable Ship Chandlers in South Africa's Dynamic Ports

Reliable Ship Chandlers in South Africa’s Dynamic Ports

South Africa’s ports are the beating heart of our nation’s maritime trade. From our bustling Durban harbour to the strategic Saldanha Bay, these vital hubs orchestrate the import and export of goods that fuel our country’s economy. But these ports aren’t static entities. A constant undercurrent of change ripples through them, driven by infrastructure upgrades, evolving cargo handling methods, and even the global energy landscape.


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How Growth At Durban And Richard’s Bay Ports = YOUR Growth

Posted by on 16 May 2024 under Ship Chandling

Durban & Richards Bay Boom: How Ship Chandlers Can Thrive

Durban & Richards Bay Boom: How Ship Chandlers Can Thrive

In the ship chandler industry, the pulse of our business is directly linked to the health of our ports. A busy port, teeming with ships is a joyous sight for the whole Link Ship Chandlers team. So, when we hear news about port developments in sunny South Africa, our ears perk up.


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Take A Deep Dive Into The South African Marine Industry (Part II: Clearing The Hurdles)

Posted by on 22 Apr 2024 under Ship Chandling

RSA Marine Transport: A Guide for Efficient Shipping

RSA Marine Transport: A Guide for Efficient Shipping

In Part I of this series, we explored the exciting world of South Africa’s marine transport sector, its key players, and the upcoming transformation of its ports. However, as with any complex system, challenges exist alongside opportunities. Fear not, intrepid shipper! By being well-prepared and partnering with the right experts, you can navigate these hurdles and ensure your South African shipping adventure is successful.


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The AfCFTA: A Game-Changer For African Trade

Posted by on 29 Feb 2024 under Ship Chandling

Unpacking AfCFTA and Its impact on Trade Service Providers

Unpacking AfCFTA and Its impact on Trade Service Providers

As a pivotal player in the dynamic African trading market, we recognise the profound influence that legislation governing trade exerts on the peripheral service providers within the industry. In this blog, we delve into one of the most pivotal African trade agreements, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), to explore its implications and the transformative impact it holds for service providers like us.


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How SA Ports Drive The Economic Growth In SA

Posted by on 29 Jun 2021 under Maritime Facts and Stories, Ship Chandling

Cape Town seaboard

South African ports improve SA economy

Link Ship Chandlers is very excited to offer the services of our world-renowned chandlery enterprise at three new ports along the South African coastline this year. This includes Durban, Richard’s Bay and East London.


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Things You Didn’t Know About Ships And Boats

Posted by on 02 Mar 2021 under Maritime Facts and Stories, Ship Chandling

Ships in harbour

Interesting facts about ships and boats

Considering the ocean covers approximately 71% of the Earth’s surface and so much of it remains unexplored, there are many hidden treasures out there. We’re not referring to pirate gold but rather interesting stories and fun facts about lost ships and boats. Let’s start with a few terms and sayings that are still used in the maritime world today.


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Benefits & Reasons to Use Link Ship Chandlers

Posted by on 16 Feb 2021 under Advice from Ship Chandlers, Maritime Facts and Stories, Ship Chandling

Aerial photo of shipping port

Why using Link Ship Chandlers is the smart choice

Choosing a ship chandler to assist you at a port in South Africa can be a tall order. Essentially, you are looking for a business that is able to provide you with supplies, vendor support and accountancy all in one fell swoop. As such, it only makes sense to weigh your options carefully and to align yourself with a chandling provider that offers a combination of timeous, cost-effective marine and rigging supplies, and seamless supply chain optimisation.

At Link Ship Chandlers we understand that it’s imperative to find a company you can trust to facilitate all the important things you need to happen while you are at port in Cape Town, Saldanha, Port Elizabeth, Coega, Durban and Richards Bay. This is why we go out of our way to offer exceptional service every step of the way. As such:


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Why We Need Supply Chain Risk Management

Posted by on 17 Nov 2020 under Ship Chandling

Container Ship

The Need For A Supply Chain Risk Management Plan Explained

It’s no secret that Covid-19 has impacted most sectors across the world and ship chandling is no exception. Indeed, the coronavirus helped identify many vulnerabilities and weaknesses but supply chain risk management goes beyond that.

Ship suppliers face challenges every day from shipping delays and theft to natural disasters, changing consumer trends and even cybersecurity. Successfully navigating the world of maritime service is challenging but having a sound supply chain strategy in place can help tremendously.


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How We Ensure Supply Chain Transparency

Posted by on 09 Oct 2020 under Advice from Ship Chandlers, Ship Chandling

Shipping Dock

Supply Chain Transparency Discussed

p>During these challenging times, in particular, there is an increasing demand for supply chain transparency, resiliency and sustainability. Companies need to understand what that all means and where to invest so they can ensure their supply chain checks all the essential boxes.
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