RTW Shipping & Logistics Ltd

RTW Shipping & Logistics Ltd ISO 9001:2015
Global reach. Local expertise
Simplifying shipping, strengthening trade
Speed | Reliability | Excellence

26/08/2026

Behind every shipment is a story— and the people who make it possible. 🚢
Meet the faces of RTW!

Could the Kenya Finance Bill 2026 affect your next shipment?We’ve broken down the key proposals that every importer and ...
05/08/2026

Could the Kenya Finance Bill 2026 affect your next shipment?

We’ve broken down the key proposals that every importer and exporter should know.

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Strong Together. Because no journey is made alone.Sometimes, strength isn’t about moving forward on your own- it’s about...
31/07/2026

Strong Together. Because no journey is made alone.

Sometimes, strength isn’t about moving forward on your own- it’s about being there when support matters most.

Just like this moment reminds us, the right support can make all the difference.

At RTW Shipping & Logistics, that’s what we believe strong partnerships are built on reliability, trust and always having each other’s back.

From origin to destination, we move forward together. 🌍

🌎 This Week in Global Logistics 🌎🔹 Middle East shipping disruption continues– Suez recovery still uncertainMajor shippin...
27/07/2026

🌎 This Week in Global Logistics 🌎

🔹 Middle East shipping disruption continues– Suez recovery still uncertain
Major shipping lines continue rerouting vessels via the Cape of Good Hope, adding around 10 days to transit times and increasing fuel, insurance and freight costs.

🔹 DP World invests in new UAE terminals
DP World will build two new terminals in Fujairah to strengthen supply chain resilience, reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz and expand cargo handling capacity.

🔹 Global port congestion reaches a four-year high
Nearly 11% of the world’s container fleet is waiting outside ports, reducing vessel availability, extending transit times and keeping freight rates under pressure.

🔹 Freight rates continue to climb
Ocean freight rates remain elevated due to strong demand, limited vessel capacity and ongoing Red Sea diversions with further increases expected during peak season.

🔹 Zimbabwe launches new rail corridor to the Port of Maputo
The new rail route will improve lithium exports, lower transport costs and strengthen regional trade connectivity between Zimbabwe and Mozambique.

🔹 Mozambique launches its first Port Community System
The Port of Maputo has introduced a digital Port Community System (PCS) to streamline cargo clearance, improve visibility, reduce paperwork and enhance port efficiency across Southern Africa.

21/07/2026

Behind every shipment is a story— and the people who make it possible. 🚢
Meet the faces of RTW!

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Strength in Speed. Reliability in Every Mile. 🚛In logistics, every day counts. Delays impact supply chains, costs and cu...
09/07/2026

Strength in Speed. Reliability in Every Mile. 🚛

In logistics, every day counts. Delays impact supply chains, costs and customer commitments.

At RTW Shipping & Logistics, we keep your cargo moving with:
✅ Fast customs clearance
✅ Efficient pre-clearance systems
✅ Reliable transit timelines across Southern and East Africa

Whether you’re shipping from Lusaka to Durban or Lusaka to Dar es Salaam, our experienced team ensures your cargo reaches its destination safely, efficiently and on time.

June 2026 | Logistics & Supply Chain: 6 Developments Defining the Second Half of the Year 🌎 Supply chains are once again...
22/06/2026

June 2026 | Logistics & Supply Chain: 6 Developments Defining the Second Half of the Year 🌎

Supply chains are once again being tested by a combination of geopolitical risk, policy shifts and infrastructure investment. These are the six developments logistics leaders should be watching closely:

🔹 1. Energy security is driving freight costs upward.
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have increased uncertainty across global energy markets, pushing up bunker prices, war-risk premiums and transportation costs.

🔹 2. Red Sea disruptions continue to redefine shipping networks.
With carriers maintaining diversions around the Cape of Good Hope, longer transit times are reducing effective vessel capacity and impacting schedule reliability.

🔹 3. Supply chains are prioritising resilience over efficiency.
Businesses are accelerating investments in supplier diversification, multimodal solutions, inventory buffers and end-to-end visibility to mitigate disruption risks.

🔹 4. Kenya’s Finance Bill 2026 could reshape regional logistics economics.
Proposed tax and compliance measures may increase administrative complexity and influence pricing strategies across East Africa’s freight and transport sector.

🔹 5. The Port of Mombasa is strengthening its role as East Africa’s gateway.
Ongoing investments in terminal capacity, berth expansion and inland connectivity are enhancing the competitiveness of the Northern Corridor.

🔹 6. Africa’s trade corridors are entering a new phase of competition.
Strategic investments across the Northern Corridor, Lobito Corridor and Africa–Asia trade routes are reshaping cargo flows and creating new opportunities for regional integration.

The key takeaway? The competitive advantage in logistics is no longer defined by cost alone- it is defined by agility and network optionality.

Connecting East Africa’s agricultural markets with reliable logistics solutions. 🚛🌾RTW proudly supports the movement of ...
25/05/2026

Connecting East Africa’s agricultural markets with reliable logistics solutions. 🚛🌾

RTW proudly supports the movement of cargo from Dar es Salaam to Zambia with efficient, dependable and seamless cross-border transport services designed to keep supply chains moving.

For inquiries and partnerships:
📧 [email protected]

🌍 Global Logistics & Shipping News | Top Industry Updates1️⃣ Red Sea & Hormuz Disruptions Continue Reshaping Global Ship...
11/05/2026

🌍 Global Logistics & Shipping News | Top Industry Updates

1️⃣ Red Sea & Hormuz Disruptions Continue Reshaping Global Shipping
Security concerns across key Middle East trade corridors continue forcing carriers to reroute vessels, increasing transit times, freight costs and insurance premiums across global supply chains.

2️⃣ Container Freight Rates Climb Ahead of Peak Season
Ocean freight rates on major Asia–Europe and Transpacific trade lanes are rising again as carriers adjust capacity, vessel schedules tighten and early peak season demand begins building.

3️⃣ Lamu & East African Trade Corridors See Growing Cargo Activity
East Africa continues strengthening its position in regional trade as cargo volumes through Kenya’s Lamu and Mombasa corridors grow, supporting increased movement of livestock, agricultural exports, project cargo and transit shipments into neighboring markets.

4️⃣ Air Cargo Capacity Tightens Across Asia
Strong e-commerce volumes and electronics exports are driving increased airfreight demand across Asia-Pacific markets, leading to higher spot rates and limited cargo space on key global routes.

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