News

27 Aug 2019

FROM 1ST SEPTEMBER BMSM SEASON

Regroup Logistics, member of ALN representing Australia, send us the following communication:   “Dear Members, As effective from 1 September we have the BMSM season and shipments from various countries need… Read More

17 Jun 2019

FROM 1st JUNE 2019 – IMPORTANT CHANGES FOR EXPORTS TO GHANA

Per Directive from Ghana Revenue Authority, effective 1st June 2019, the Government of Ghana, acting through MESTI and the EPA is implementing a country of origin inspection and receipt of advance eWaste levy on Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) and tyres imported into the country. The registration of products, payment… Read More

13 Jun 2019

BRAZIL – NATIONWIDE GENERAL STRIKE PLANNED ON JUNE 14, 2019

Nationwide general strike planned on June 14; significant disruptions to air, road, rail, and other transportation services expected.   If so, will affect/interrupt all ports and airports operations and consequently results in inconveniences and delays/ cancelations of vessels/air flights. Some private port terminals apparently will NOT be affect. Event Members… Read More

31 May 2019

African Continental Free Trade Agreement

“Africa is quietly putting together a free trade agreement that spans the continent. On May 30 entered into force the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) after clearing a key procedural hurdle and being ratified by the parliaments of 24 countries. The Africa Union (AU) hopes the free-trade zone will… Read More

25 Jan 2019

Mr. Alessandro Saponaro thanks ALN Community

Dear friends and dear Members, As a result of long considerations I’m arrived to the conclusion that it is the time FOR ME to resign as President of this beautiful Community. After 58 years of this amazing job, that has been, is, and will be in the future the… Read More

26 Sep 2018

KENYA – Reduction of VAT on fuel from 16% to 8%

The new Kenya finance bill was approved after a chaotic session in Parliament and subsequently affirmed by the President. Amongst other taxes and budget cuts, the most important element for transport business is the reduction of VAT on fuel from 16% to 8%. This is to take effect immediately and… Read More