Dear Delegate

After the resounding success of the RFA 2007 Convention, we hope that you would join us at our 2008 Convention.

As you should be aware by now, our 2008 convention is taking place at the Royal Swazi Spa in Swaziland on the 18th May – 21st May 2008.

We appreciate your participation at our Convention last year and we trust that we will see you again this year!

Look forward to seeing you there!

It’s that time of the year again when the trucking fraternity gets togetherto attend the RFA Convention, where news and views on trucking are exchanged and burning issues in the road freight industry are tackled.

South African National Roads Agency Ltd (SANRAL’s) Response to the Proposed Toll Roads in Gauteng Chief Executive Officer Nazir Ali will provide some much-needed answers and share SANRAL’s future plans.

An Economic Overview of the Road Freight Industry -
The Impact of Rising Prices
The Impact of the Energy Crisis

Well known, and highly respected economist Mike Schussler will share his views on our industry

The Administrative Challenges of the National Bargaining Council (NBC)

The recent holiday bonus debacle has thrust the challenges of NBC administration to the fore. General Secretary of the NBC - Joe Letswalo will enlighten us on the way forward

An Evaluation of Performance Based Standards (PBS)- Empirical Evidence from a Pilot Project

PBS could result in reduced costs and increased payloads

Plans and Preparation for Freight Movement in 2010

The Crackdown on Crime and Truck Hijackings

Recent statistics indicate that truck hijacking is on the increase

RFA Lobbying Tactics

Overloading, Under Loading, Opportunities for Increased Payload, Abnormal Loads, Dangerous Goods, Points Demerit System, Bridge Formula and possible changes to the Road Traffic Act

Industry Support for a Driver Training Academy

Lessons learnt from the 2007/2008 Wage Agreement

Plans and Preparation for Wage Negotiations 2009

Motivational Speaker

RFA Convention 2008 offers exciting new Value Added services. Big & Small - RFA Caters for All!

Overloading, Under Loading, Opportunities for Increased Payload, Abnormal Loads, Dangerous Goods, Points Demerit System, Bridge Formula and possible changes to the Road Traffic Act

First-ever for the RFA - A New & Innovative Dimension

This new Value-add offers compact 15 minute sessions, highlighting the latest developments in the trucking industry for operational efficiency. These interactive sessions with industry gurus will include breakthroughs in:

• Braking systems
• Fuel technology
• Tyres – the latest developments
• Spares and Vehicle Maintenance
• New Vehicles and Products
• Fuel Card Fraud & Theft

Emerging Operator Indaba - Siyakhuluma
Specially tailored for the emerging operator market

SMMEs often face challenges that are different from established operators. An afternoon conference dedicated to emerging operators will include discussions on:

• Industry Challenges
• Access to Contracts
• Evaluation of Tenders & Contracts
• Costing Preparations
• Available Financing Options

These sessions will assist SMMEs in gaining access to the Road Freight Industry. In addition, RFA Convention 2008 will allow SMMEs the opportunity to interact and network with established operators.

Day 1 : A Special treat is planned at the Camelot Spa
Enjoy a moisture Spa Treatment (Salt Body Exfoliation, Herbal Sauna / Steam, Swedish / Deep Tissue Massage)
Or
Spa Beauty treatment (Spa Manicure and Hot Stone Massage)

Day 2 : Visit the Magical Kingdom of Swaziland
The Swazi Highlights tour includes a visit to the Cultural Village, Arts and Crafts market, Swazi Candles, Ngwenya Glass factory

White-water Rafting
Sundowner Game Drive
Adventure Caving
Swazi Highlights Tour
Quad Trails
Cuddle Puddle Hot Springs

Bookings can be made with Swazi Trails at the tourist info desk at the Royal Swazi Hotel or with Darren Raw on (00+268) 41 62180

Bookings must be made directly with Sun International Central Reservations on +27 (0) 11 780 7818 before 18 April 2008. Please quote your Group ID (see below)

Currency: R1 = E1 (South African Money is also accepted in Swaziland)

Bookings must be made directly with Sun International Central Reservations on +27 (0) 11 780 7818 before 18 April 2008. Please quote your Group ID (see below)

Contact Elmari Taman on (00+268) 41 62180

The Royal Villas (5 star) Twin Room B&B E1370

Matenga Lodge (3 star) B&B E470 per person

Delegates will be responsible for their own travel arrangements

Special rates have been negotiated for emerging operators

Please contact Cathlynn at the RFA for more information

The RFA offers a host of new and innovative sponsorship opportunities to give you the upper edge

For more information please contact Cathlynn Chengan at cchengan@rfa.co.za or on 011 974 4399

Sponsors are required to complete a sponsorship application form. Sponsorship will be awarded on a first-come first-served basis. Confirmation of sponsorship will only be acknowledged on receipt of payment.

Special arrangements have been made for emerging operators. Please contact Cathlynn Chengan at the RFA offices for more information.

Delegates are invited to partake of the lunches and dinners. Breakfast will be served at the hotel of residence. Special dietary requirements must be indicated on your registration form.

Dress Code for Theme Evenings

• Gala Dinner: Vegas Nights - Black Tie / Traditional
• Saturday Night Fever Evening - 60’s / 70’s Retro

To avoid any delays in registration please adhere to the following:

Convention Registration Forms, together with proof of payment of registration fees, must be sent to Cathlynn Chengan at the RFA before 30 April 2008

Banking Details:
The Road Freight Association
First National Bank, Lynnwood
Account Number: 50416814123
Branch Code: 252045
Registration will only be accepted once payment has been received. To register, please contact Cathlynn Chengann at the RFA

Tel: (011) 974 4399
Fax: (011) 974 4903
email: cchengan@rfa.co.za
Website: www.rfa.co.za
Business Portal: www.rfabiz.co.za

Find attached the registration forms and Sponsorship opportunities.
Registration forms are also available on our website

Regards
The Road Freight Association

Directors:
TN Mgoduso (Chairman), T Mabitsela (Vice -Chairperson),TP Bantock, RC Becker, DL Behrens, GD Bolton, E Caramanus, BMW Curtis, A Healey, YA Ismail, D Joubert, T Mabitsela, PRW Meier, DI Moe, MCT Scott, PE Pokane, SJ Swanepoel, S Temple, WF Wagner, WJM van Wetten

CEO:
S Naidoo

Downloads:
Reservation Form
Registration Form