Women have been instrumental in driving initiatives nationally in the maritime industry, with several females leading pivotal roles and serving as harbour masters at major ports around South Africa. One […]
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Djibouti opens $590m Doraleh mega port
The $590m Doraleh mega port, Djibouti’s new ultra-modern mega port was opened earlier this week. This is with a view to facilitate the country’s efforts towards providing world class shipping […]
Container sector sees uptick in intra-Africa trade
Overcoming intercontinental trade barriers remains a key priority for Africa. With this in mind, the continent is prioritising its long standing internal trade barriers to make the long term vision […]
Port of Cape Town gets new manager to whip it into shape
The Transnet National Ports Authority has made a few appointments for various port manager positions including the appointment of Port of Cape Town’s first black female manager, Mpumi Dweba-Kwetana, who takes over the reins from Sipho Nzuza. Dweba-Kwetana […]
TPT welcomes Terberg Haulers
Transnet Port Terminals has welcomed new Terberg Haulers at the Durban Container Terminal. The state-of-the-art equipment valued at R23.4 million is expected to make a significant impact on improving operational […]
Manganese volume growth assisted by PE terminal innovation
Since 2013 there has been steady growth in global crude steel production, which drives Manganese alloys demand. According to a report released by the International Manganese Institute, in 2014 and […]
Cape terminals gear up for wind, reefer peaks
Transnet Port Terminals’ Cape Town Management recently accepted the opportunity to swap the four Terex Diesel Electric Straddle Carriers for six Kalmar Diesel Hydraulic Straddle Carriers with the Durban Container […]
Transnet Port Terminals claim PMR Africa Awards
On Monday 27th June 2016 in Woodstock, Cape Town, Transnet Port Terminals [TPT] came out on top at the PMR Africa Awards. TPT’s Cape Town Terminals were recognised for their […]
Durban port roads in rehab
In KZN, the Durban Container Terminal’s (DCT) road at Pier 2 is the main arterial supply for the North, South and East quays and other departments in DCT which handle […]
Record exports from East London port
Recent reports have confirmed that in April 2016 Transnet and Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) recorded the highest units being handled in East London with over 10 000 new vehicles exported. […]