Plan has been mooted despite the struggles of the state running SAA and Prasa
The government is considering establishing a national shipping carrier as part of a push to transform the transport sector, particularly in the maritime and aviation industries.
“As a maritime nation with a coastline in excess of 2,500km, which is strategically located on one of the busiest shipping routes surrounded by three oceans on the eastern, western and southern seaboards, we are steadfast on our commitment to position the oceans economy as a strategic contributor to economic stimulation and growth,” he said.
“The department will very soon reinstitute the Transport Sector BBBEE Charter Council which will champion the work of the previous charter council and spearhead transformation of the transport sector, particularly industries such as aviation and maritime because of being untransformed.” The government will also focus on creating awareness in the industry and addressing the skills shortage in ensuring the development of black professionals, and help in tackling acute transformation challenges in the aviation, road freight and maritime sectors.
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