In this issueFrom the Editor

An internal publication keeping the team informed, involved and updated.

Autumn 2010

The Laser GroupLevel 2, Dean Street Arcade, Dean Street, Newlands

Cape Town, South Africa

Telephone: +27 21 659 4000 Facsimile: +27 21 659 4090

Email: info@laserserv.co.za Web: laser.co.za

Message from the Centre2010 – the year of opportunity

Tailor-made Solutionsat Laser Logistics

GAC Laser entersinto the citrus market

Dawn Wingopens new hub

Time Freightsupports sport

Partner ActivityDPD opens new depots

GAC announces merger and awards

Industry newsWorld Cup embargo not confirmed

2010 seems to be living up to the expectationthat it’s to be quite an eventful year – on theeconomic, social, political and sporting fronts somany historical moments have already takenplace.

This issue includes a separate insert, one whichhighlights Laser’s support of South Africa’s hostingof the first World Cup played on African soil. AsSouth Africans, we are excited, we are preparedto welcome our guests, and we are lookingforward to introducing an African flavour to theWorld of Football, one that will be spoken offondly, for many years beyond 2010.

“On the pitch, there are no social, cultural,religious or racial distinctions… “Footballembodies the Rainbow Nation” – Jomo Sono

Feroza PetersenCommunications and MarketingManager

Laser’s highlights.

Message from the Centre

As always, it is with great pleasure that we have another opportunity to communicate and to share a few of our thoughtsabout the prospects for the year ahead.

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It has been an interesting start to thetrading year. Many of you may also befeeling that much of our activity is beinginfluenced by both the legacy of last year’seconomic downturn as well as by thegreater prospects and opportunities thatthe ‘recovery’ is providing. Looking backat 2009, we were all generally attending tothe impact and consequences of thedownturn whilst having to deal with theuncertainty that existed – amongst oureconomists, our customers, our suppliers,our staff and others.

Dwelling for a last time on 2009

Lets dwell for a moment (and for the lasttime!) on 2009. Laser’s financial resultswere both commendable and pleasing inmany respects as were the very manynotable achievements. Whilst every oneof our businesses were impacted in differentways, all of them faced up to a much morecompetitive environment as market sizediminished and the cost of doing businessincreased. Without exception ourmanagement and staff showed resilienceand a determination to react swiftly to the‘hardening’ trading environment. Innovationwas required to identify and secure newrevenue sources. Difficult decisions wererequired to stem and where possible reducecosts, both from an operational and adevelopment perspective.

We are delighted to report that whilstprofits were down on 2008 they remainedat an acceptable level. Critically, all of theoperating businesses were strongerbusinesses at the end of the year than theywere at the beginning – without exceptionwell positioned for growth in the yearahead.

Cautious optimism

We are already nearly through the Istquarter of 2010 and we are pleased to saythat the cautious optimism that weexpressed towards the 2009 close has

been supported by a great start to theyear. Each of our businesses hasexperienced strong revenue growth and,on analysis, this can be attributed to ourefforts of last year (and this year to) butalso the improving ‘external’ conditions. Itis worth emphasising here that we shouldnot allow this improved environment tomask nor accommodate any complacency. We must continue to ask ourselves whatmore we can do to enhance our customerservice, enhance our competitiveness,enhance our operational efficiencies andfind ways of better positioning ourselvesfor future opportunity.

Thinking about and planning for‘Post 2010’

With just a couple of months to go beforethe ‘kick-off ’, we are privileged to beparticipants in FIFA 2010 – participants asSouth Africans, participants as anorganisation. Our commitment to theevent and all of its possibilities has stoodus in good stead. It is notable how manyother companies are only now indicatingtheir support and excitement. We shouldfeel proud that we embraced from earlyon all that the event promises – during andafter the 64 games starting 11 June - andthat we to some extent led others in thisregard.

But as we know – all good things come toan end and one has to move on to newopportunities, new plans. With this in mindwe all must look forward to ‘Post 2010’and in particular ensure that we strivetowards new aspirations, new destinationpoints. Now is the time for us to set these - to make sure that we collectively worktowards achieving the new prospects.Before the end of the year we will beengaging both informally and formally indifferent forums so that we are able toformulate and commit to a 2015Development Plan.

Collaboration – for our customers,for our growth

As a business providing multiple logisticsservices, we are ever more frequently beingasked by our customers to find ways ofoffering them solutions that work acrosstheir whole supply chain. This calls foradded collaboration amongst our businessesso that we meet our customerexpectations. We are delighted that wehave made real strides in this regard overthe last year or two. However we areunder no illusions – whilst we have madeprogress, we have much more to do andsome of our future success and growthwill come as a consequence of ourcommi tment to th i s enhancedcollaboration.

Thank you – and Ke Nako

As always it is with thanks that we end thismessage – thanks for your efforts, thanksfor your on-going resilience, thanks foryour leadership, thanks for your belief inLaser’s prospects.

And finally – Ke Nako – Now is the time.70 days to go. Enjoy!

Michael Fuller and Philip Hayes

In this segment the Group shares some of Laser’s highlights.

Message from the Centre

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Organisational StructureLaser’sMISSION

Laser’s Responsibilityto Stakeholders

As a company and as individuals, Laser’s valuescommit employees to high standards of integrity,mutual respect, and practicing sound ethics in

dealing with all stakeholders.

LASER STRIVES TO

Improve the value of each shareholder’s investment.Maintain adequate financial strength to support the

company’s growth objectives.

Meet all its financial objectives to ensure a long-term sustainablebusiness.

LASER SUBSCRIBES TO

Good corporate governance and strives for serviceexcellence in all its businesses.

We hold ourselves accountable to our customers,shareholders, partners and employees by acting in a responsiblemanner, respecting our commitments, providing results and

striving for the highest quality.

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The Laser Group (Pty) Ltd

DPD LaserExpress Logistics (Pty) Ltd

GAC Laser InternationalLogistics (Pty) Ltd

Laser Logistics(Pty) Ltd

Gulf AgencyCompany Ltd

InternationalForwarding & Logistics

Express Distribution

GeoPostIntercontinental SAS

Laser’s mission is to be a

provider of logistics services

to business operating within

and beyond the borders of

South Africa through

innovative solutions,

technology and service

excellence.

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Updating you on recent developments at Laser.

Group Activity: Expanding Laser

With a growing warehousing capability in all major centres of South

Africa Laser Logistics is strategically positioned to provide its customers

with tailor-made solutions, offering a range of logistics services that

clients require quickly, flexibly and affordably.

In response to the recent cost efficiency drives by most customers,

Laser Logistics has gone to market with additional service offerings

and tailor-made packages that meet these changing logistics needs. Last

year saw Laser Logistics introducing an innovative, extended warehousing

concept into its broader service offering.

“We offer warehousing facilities that can comfortably accommodate

multi- and single users across South Africa. Irrespective of the size of

their companies, the scope of services we provide to them, the storage

space they require or the length of their contract with Laser Logistics,

our customers enjoy full access to years of warehousing and distribution

know-how at all levels”, said Warren Hewitt, Laser Logistics CEO.

Backed by 39 years of experience, Laser Logistics takes pride in providing

service levels that take its customer operations to a whole new level

of performance. Because Laser Logistics warehousing links directly to

its distribution capability, the company offers a seamless transition

between these two critical services.

Warren added,” Our reputation is founded on developing intelligent

and tailor-made solutions for our customers by leveraging processes,

people, technology and infrastructure. Our business is about much

more than warehousing and distribution. We add value, improve services,

reduce costs, strive to truly understand our customer’s business and

exceed their individual requirements.”

Laser Logistics is positioning itself as an extension of its customer’s

business as it has the ability to extend its service offering as and when

required and depending on the customer’s requirements.

TAILOR-MADESOLUTIONS AT

Thomas Sithole, Mafa Moses and Highlands Lesufi of Laser Logistics

Laser’s Logistics warehouse in Kuils River, Cape Town

Updating you on recent developments at Laser.

Group Activity: Expanding Laser

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GAC Laser will be handling a record2,800,000 cartons of Valencia oranges- just months after entering the South Africancitrus market.

Prior to 2010 a strictly controlled cold chainwas required for all South African fruit exports,adding significant cost to the logistics chain.Since then, however, the local citrus industryhas received a boost with changes to theregulations that significantly reduce the costof shipping their juicy loads European, MiddleEastern and Far East destinations. The PerishableProducts Export Control Board (PPECB) nowallows certain citrus produce (including Valenciaoranges) to be handled and stored at ambienttemperatures provided that the fruit is packed

into reefer containers or vessels within 10days of inspection at the farms or pack houses.

CEO Simon Hayes says that to meet thechallenges of the new business, GAC Laserwill be working around the clock during thepeak season to ensure that all 40,000 pallets(or 2,800,000 cartons) of fruit are handled inaccordance with PPECB regulations.

The company’s new warehouse in Jacobs,completed at the end of last year 12 km fromthe Port of Durban, is ideally placed for thebusiness. The facility has 14 container baysunder roof and excellent vehicle receivingareas, WI fi scanning capabilities and security.To speed up the handling process, double pallethandling forklift attachments have been fitted

and individual pallet positions demarcated foraccurate and speedy location based on FIFOprinciples and specific target market loading.A PPECB Officer will also based at the premisesto ensure that the 10-day rule is compliedwith.

Simon Hayes adds: “We believe that thecommitment of our excellent team toeffectively plan and communicate with thegrowers, transporters, vessel lines and localauthorities will establish us as a leader in thisnew and exciting market.”

BEATING THE SQUEEZE

WORLD CUP 2010As South Africa gets ready to welcome football’s World Cup in June, for the first time on African soil, GAC Laser hasbeen joining in preparations.

Shirts on their backsUntil the first whistle sounds, every Friday sees GAC Laser staff around the country donningfootball jerseys in support of their favourite teams. The jerseys have been imported from Germanyand cleared, warehoused and distributed by GAC Laser for a client who is an official FIFA sponsorsupplier.

Painting the town redThe company has also played a role in the development of the new Bus Rapid Transport system that willhelp fans reach the matches safely and efficiently. The red pigment for the roadways has been importedby a GAC Laser customer and stored at the Cape Town warehouse.

In the standsFans can also thank GAC Laser for their import and distribution of the seats they will perch onthe edge of for matches at Mbombela and Cape Town stadiums. At Mbombela, a distinctive Africanthem is given by the zebra stripe on the seating and giraffe towers standing guard outside thestadium, while the Cape Town stadium is designed to reflect the constantly changing moods andweather of the city.

Events & MediaExciting information about Africa’s preparation for 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

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As the pulse of Africa begins to beat faster in anticipation

of the world’s greatest sporting event coming to its shores,

Laser has continued its drive to add to the enthusiasm in the build up

to the game. We have the team. We now have the infrastructure and

the resources. And Laser can’t wait to welcome our guests under

African skies to watch the greatest footballing spectacle on earth.

The 100 days-to-go mark on the calendar left Laser celebrating the

milestone with a profusion of soccer-related activities at offices and

branches throughout the country. Laser marked the day with a Fly the

Flag campaign, with each employee receiving their own national flag

and a leaflet outlining the symbolism, history and heritage of the flag.

All divisions took to making this a day of celebration, with mini-soccer

tournaments taking place during the lunch hour, groups of people

singing the national anthem, waving their flags and spreading the message

to neighbouring businesses.

The enthusiasm is contagious. More and more people are now

participating in Football Friday, and purchasing soccer paraphernalia.

Suddenly the gold and green jersey is the one to wear, and many now

have an opinion on the Vuvuzela, the Jabulani, the team and the coach.

Whether you are part of the 99% of the South African public who can’t

wait for the 2010 FIFA World Cup to kick off, or part of the remaining

1% who say that they’re not really that interested (but will secretly be

watching the event anyway), there is simply no escaping the fact that

this country is pulling out all the stops to make this the best supported

World Cup ever.

ProudSupporters

From the left to rightAntoinette (Kaka) Reddy, Caroline (Torres) Bux and Dennis (Tshabalala)Biyase - all from GAC Laser, with Rafick (Messi) Kareem of Laser Logistics

Dennis Biyase blows that Vuvuzela

A WHOLENEW BALLGAME

The greatest of all World Cup match balls, “Jabulani” is all set to cuta striking appearance at the 2010 World Cup. The name is derivedfrom the Zulu word meaning “celebrate” or “rejoice” and it paystribute to the passionate celebration that will be experienced in thecountry during the World Cup.

When the ball was introduced on the day of the 2010 World Cupdraw in Cape Town, some of the world’s best players gave Jabulanithe royal stamp of approval.

Germany captain Michael Ballack said: “Fantastic, the ball does exactlywhat I want it to.”

Said English midfielder Frank Lampard:”A very strong ball, true tohit.”

Brazil’s world famous striker Kaka said the ball was great. “For me,contact with the ball is all-important, and that’s just great with thisball.”

Jabulani ball facts:• 8 thermally bonded 3-D panels• Spherically moulded\• Grip’n'Groove technology• 11 colours, although the white, yellow and black are dominant,

the design capturing the colourfulness of South Africa.

Jabulani knows for starters that there are 11 players in a footballteam. He proudly represents the 11th generation of Adidas WorldCup match balls.

As a pure-bred South African, Jabulani knows that the 2010 hostcountry has 11 official languages. But the play on the magic number11 does not end there – the diverse South African population is madeup of 11 communities, on whom Jabulani relies to provide the worldwith great hospitality come 2010.

Events & MediaExciting information about Africa’s preparation for 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

PLAYER SA CAREER GOALS (CAPS)

Benni McCarthy 1997 – present 31 (76)

Shaun Bartlett 1995 – 2005 28 (74)

Phil Masinga 1992 – 2001 18 (58)

Siyabonga Nomvethe 1999 – present 15 (72)

Sibusiso Zuma 1998 – 2008 13 (67)

Delron Buckley 1998 – present 10 (72)

Current World Ranking - 88th

TOP SCORERS – BAFANA BAFANABafana Bafana meaning “The Boys”

with Jabulani, “the celebration”

SA SOCCER HISTORYOne of the first gifts that democracy brought South Africa was itsfirst truly representative national soccer team – Bafana Bafana.In 1992, the united South African team came into being, playingCameroon in its first match in Durban on 9 July. It was one triumphantoccasion for the side that came to be known as Bafana Bafana as theyedged the West African powerhouse by one goal to nil win.

Kaizer Chiefs, “The Amakhozi” was founded in 1970 by KaizerMotaung, Kaizer Chiefs has become one of South Africa’s mostsuccessful teams.

Formed in 1937, Orlando Pirates is one of South Africa’s oldestteams and two-time winners of SA’s Premier Soccer League since it’slaunch in 1997.

While Chiefs and Pirates have long battled for the title of South Africa’smost popular club, a third outfit has emerged as a challenger for theposition: Mamelodi Sundowns. Backed by mining magnate PatriceMotsepi, “The Brazilians” have the finances to ensure a squad withdepth and quality.

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Updating you on recent developments at Laser.

Group Activity: Expanding Laser

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March 2010 saw the opening of the newDawn Wing hub in Riverhorse Valley BusinessPark in Durban. Previously located in SpringfieldPark, the new hub is now positioned closer to thenewly built international airport at La Mercy, andhas greater accessibility to the national roads andexpress ways.

Seenie Govender, Regional Executive said, “Withthe new hub comes better equipped facilities anda workplace that is conducive to a more professionalworking environment. The improved configurationof the goods receiving and dispatch area meansthat more deliveries are able to be sorted anddispatched a lot faster”.

In addition to the facilities presenting the clientswith quick, smart, reliable service, the team at DawnWing also boasts their very own ‘chill zone’, wherethey are able to unwind during their free time.

Several of Dawn Wing’s clients attended the eventheld on the premises, including Davinscot, Widex,Toys‘R us, Wavelengths, Karen Hayens and FrameGroup. Some guests, in their post-eventcorrespondence with Dawn Wing, commented onthe warm reception and great hospitality.

“We are enjoying the new premises – it’s a milliontimes better than our previous depot, and the newenvironment leads to a far more proficient

engagement with both staff and clients,” concludedSeenie.

DAWN WING OPENS NEW HUB

Dawn Wing’s branch in Durban is located at:24B Island Circle, Riverhorse Valley BusinessPark, Riverhorse Valley EastTelephone: 031 581 6700

Team building and creative thinking were thethemes at this year’s Annual Dawn Wing Salesconference, held at Amanzingwe, Broederstroomin Gauteng at the end January.

The annual conference is a platform at whichthe annual sales targets are announced, feedbackis given on the previous year’s activities, andnew incentive programmes and marketingcampaigns are introduced. Dawn Wing also usesthe conference as an opportunity to recogniseand award members of the sales team for their

contribution to reaching targets for 2009. Thisyear’s team building exercises included a creativeaspect where the various teams had to designa Makaraba, team flag and anthem.

The two-day conference closed with acelebratory dinner onboard the classicallyremodelled and refurbished wood-panelledcoaches of the Rovos Rail, said to be the mostluxurious train in the world.

TEAM WORK THEME FOR DAWN WING SALES CONFERENCE

Ashen Govender (far left) and Eddie Vosloo(far right) with sales reps of the year 2009,Brenda du Plessis and Samantha Barwell.

Updating you on recent developments at Laser.

Group Activity: Expanding Laser

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Time Freight has since the late 1980’s supported and sponsored a number of sporting codes as well asindividual sportsmen and women. This historical support and sponsorship continues and will reach an all timehigh in 2010, with the addition of two significant events to our traditional support for smaller sports. Firstly,we have acquired the Title Sponsorship rights for 2010 of the Time Freight Multi Sport Series, and secondly,the Time Freight Hare Scramble Series which is contested over six separate off – road events.

Time Freight recognises that sport and the various sporting role models contribute greatly to the communityand influence the way people think and behave. “Our policy toward sponsoring sporting events is alwaysguided by the value to the community of sport and the underlying principal of a positive attitude, a healthybody, sound team work, and a competitive spirit are the essential ingredients for community, individual andbusiness successes. Time Freight’s continued commitment to this principal has assisted individuals to realisetheir potential and perform at the highest levels of their sport”, said Etienne van Ravesteyn, CEO of TimeFreight.

Multi Sport goes a long way towards incorporating all that Time Freight hopes to accomplish by involvingitself with sport and sporting events. By its very nature, multi sport encourages a healthy life-style. Topperforming individuals are provided with a competitive environment where their abilities are tested againstthe best available competition, whilst opportunities for the less able participants to test themselves arecreated.

Sporting codes which have benefitted from Time Freight’s support over the years include:Road, Track and Mountain Bike Cycling; Individual Multi Sport participants; Motor Racing including motorcycles and karts; Canoeing; Equestrian sport; Golf; Lawn Bowls; Action Cricket; Road Running; Squash; andSwimming in particular the annual “Midmar Mile”.

TIME FREIGHTSUPPORTS SPORT

Partner developments on the global front.

Partner Activity

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The Laser Group’s international partners are themselves substantial global logistics businesses. Laser partnered with GeoPost IntercontinentalSAS (a subsidiary of La Poste, the French Post Office) in its Express Distribution business and with Gulf Agency Company Ltd (GAC)in its International Forwarding business.

GAC Laser International Logistics is a company jointly owned and controlled by The Laser Group and GulfAgency Limited (GAC). GAC was established in 1956, and is the largest independent shipping, marine andlogistics provider in the world, with more than 240 offices covering 1 000 locations worldwide.

DPD Laser Express Logistics is a company jointly owned and controlled by Laser and GeoPost IntercontinentalSAS, a wholly owned subsidiary of GeoPost, a parcel distributor specialist made up of the Express subsidiariesof the La Poste Group. GeoPost, through its operating subsidiaries, is the second largest express operatorin Europe. Branded DPD, GeoPost aspires to be the world’s 5th largest integrator.

GAC announced the merger of its UK operations to better meetclients’ needs effective 1 January 2010.

‘Kick it with GAC FA Cup’ contest launchedAs the official ESPN STAR Sports broadcast sponsor of the 2010 FA Cup, GAChas launched “Kick it with GAC FA Cup”, a football tipping contest for clientsin the shipping, logistics and marine industry.

GAC Dubai clinches prestigious global quality assurance awardfor international moving servicesGAC Dubai has achieved the highly-regarded FIDI-FAIMISO (FIDI AccreditedInternational Mover) standard.

Statoil and GAC signs worldwide agency contractMajor energy group Statoil has appointed GAC to provide hub agency servicescovering all ports outside of Norway effecting from 2010. The contract extendsGAC’s long-standing relationship with Statoil through GAC Norway since the1980s.

GAC Corporate Academy enters new phase with E-learning 2.0The GAC Corporate Academy (GCA) has entered the next stage of its evolution with the launch of its new “E-learning 2.0” platform – ‘by GCA,for GAC’. This marks the beginning of the second phase of the development of the Academy.

GAC partners with AT&T Williams F1 team Under the AT&T agreement, GAC will provide efficient logistics support in connection withthe company’s Formula One freight requirements and oversee the management of the equipment for a challenging global programme that visits 19different countries on five continents in nine months.

The opening of the Bangalore and Chennai DPD depots in Indiahas positively impacted export numbers.

DPD Russia opens new depot in Lipetsk and furthers expands itsregional network in Central Russia.

DPD Ukraine expands its regional network and opened a depot inZaporizhzhya. The company now offers its customers even greater coverageof the territory of Ukraine for the delivery of parcels and freight.

DPD Kazakhstan opened a new agency in Aktobe, Caspian Area,which means that DPD now covers 15 main destinations in Kazakhstan.

French MPs finally approved the new postal law that will transformLa Poste into a limited company as of 1 March, 2010.

Group Corporate Social Responsibility

As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)programme, Laser sponsored and hosted the launch of the Move-ItMoving Matters programme in Kliprivier, Rietfontein just outsideJohannesburg. The launch took place at Pheasant Folly Primary schoolduring February this year.

Laser’s in-kind contribution includes the warehousing and distribution ofMove-It Moving Matters kits from Laser Logistics in Isando, to the primaryschools linked to the programme.

Move-It Moving Matters is a programme developed by Dr Claire Nicholson

and is a unique concept designed to systematically grow and develop thechild’s motor competence.

The programme especially emphasizes the development of complex, yetfundamental movement patterns of balance, locomotion and manipulation.The programme comprises three elements – a bag of activity tools foreach learner, a learner manual with appropriate activity challenges, and ateacher manual with assessment rubrics and progress charts.

The programme ties in well with Laser’s focus on the upliftment of childrenin need through support of health-related projects and sport development.

MOVING MATTERSLaser’s corporate social responsibility initiatives.

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During January Time Freight assisted a Greyton based charity, AIDS Babies Organisation,in transporting a total of 10 tons (volumetric) of soft toys (Teddies) between Durbanand Cape Town. Seen here with the first of two loads at Time Freight in Cape Town are:

· Standing left to right: Tercia Barry, Corrie Oncke, Cameron Heyns and Ferdinand Brand· Kneeling: Eric Ndima, Amit Devir and Freddy van de Bank· Sitting: Hendrik van Rhyn

Mike Burton and the team at Time Freight in Durban made the initial contact with thecharity and organised the collection.

TEDDIES DELIVERED WITH TIME FREIGHT

Thomas Sithole of Laser Logistics was proud toassist with the distribution of kits.

Industry News

Meet a colleague.

Profiling our People

Taking up the leadership position

Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Board or Management of The Laser Group.

The Editorial committee reserves its editorial rights.

Newly appointed Chief Executive Officer ofDawn Wing as at 1 March this year, Eddie Vosloohas been a part of the Dawn Wing team foreight years. Not new to the courier industry,he started his career in the cargo industry in1985 and has held various positions at SAA,DHL, Speed Services, Berco Express and GoLogix.

Eddie says,”Dawn Wing has become my officialsecond home and admittedly, our people, ourcustomers and our suppliers have contributedto my development. Some of my core valuesinclude integrity and honesty, and I associatewith people who listen and who are fair in theirdealings with others.”

On the personal front, Eddie and his life partner,Stienie, are raising two teenage boys, and theirhome is filled with several pets, including dogs,tropical fish, an African Grey, pigeons, tortoisesand Bearded Dragons.

The first quarter of 2010 has already passed,and in May this year, Dawn Wing will becelebrating its 21st birthday. With the 2010Soccer World Cup imminent, the company isfaced with several new and exciting opportunities,which will require an aptitude for change andflexibility. “I believe quite strongly that DawnWing has set the foundation for a highly dynamic,successful 2010, and a sustainable future. Theteam is already working full steam ahead to makethis happen,” concludes Eddie.

And to relax and unwind out of office, Eddiesettles with some traditional biltong, a flamegrilled medium rare fillet and the occasionalKudu Carpaccio whilst watching a Bulls game.

Eddie’s most inspiring quote…“The future depends on what we do in the present.”Mahatma Gandhi

With less than 3 months to go before the World

Cup, no definite plans are yet available around

the movement of freight in the country during

the World Cup period.

While no official embargoes has been put in

place, except for the movement of abnormal

cargo in Gauteng and the Western Cape, newly

appointed director general of the transport

department George Mahlalela is on record as

saying while there will be no interference around

the delivery of fuel and food for the tournament,

road freight activities could be limited.

Road hauliers are said to expect a range of

limitations placed on the movement of freight

– from trucks being diverted off certain roads,

to the prohibition of using specific roads at

specific times.

According to the Gauteng DoT, the decision to

place an embargo on the movement of abnormal

cargo for the duration of the World Cup has

much to do with not wanting to over-extend

the capacity of its law enforcement agencies

while also preventing any major traffic hiccups

or congestion on the province’s roads.

WORLD CUP TRUCKINGEMBARGO NOT CONFIRMED

Topical industry news.

Eddie Vosloo

The Road Freight Association (RFA) advised

that it has been in constant talks with the

Department of Transport as well as the Local

Organising Committee for the World Cup, and

more definite information will be forthcoming

closer to the event.

Although at this stage there is no guarantee

that there will not be an embargo on freight

and that trucks can move freely around the

country during the tournament, Laser will be

planning in advance to ensure that deliveries to

areas around the soccer stadiums on or close

to match days are well planned for.