NDB Signs R5 billion loan agreement with Transnet to improve and modernise South Africa’s...
The New Development Bank (NDB) is pleased to announce a R5 billion loan agreement with Transnet, South Africa’s leading freight transport and logistics company....
UK announces new support for southern african rail
THE UK Government announced key initiatives to support regional development, trade, and investment in rail infrastructure at the 2024 conference convened by the Southern...
Thelo Group ushers in a new era of growth for African railways
By Larry Claasen
RONNIE Ntuli, the founder and chairman of the Thelo Group of companies, has ambitious goals.
The Thelo Group, which owns 40 locomotives and...
PRASA introduces new modern trains in Cape Town
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has announced the introduction of the new blue and white modern Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) on...
Transnet update on reform and capacity growth initiatives
Transnet SOC Ltd. (“Transnet”) is making considerable progress in implementing institutional reform measures in accordance with the Freight Logistics Roadmap and the Guarantee Framework...
Economic Regulation of Transport Act is a marked step towards rail reform and privatisation
On 11 June 2024, President Ramaphosa signed the Economic Regulation of Transport Act 6 of 2024 into law, marking a significant development in the...
Unveiling the future of rail: SAHHA’s strategic vision for Heavy Haul, Pit-to-Port
SINCE its inception, the South African Heavy Haul Association (SAHHA) has been at the forefront of driving excellence and innovation and has achieved significant...
PRASA makes steady progress in returning passenger trains
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is making steady and significant progress in getting passenger trains back on track with 31 of...
Transport department keeps rail devolution in limbo – City of Cape Town
By Larry Claasen
THE City of Cape Town says the National Department of Transport’s lack of urgency when it comes to developing the National Rail...
Titan Cargo’s R140-million 100 000m² Belcon warehouse has direct rail link to the Port...
By Larry Claasen
The new facility’s train offering takes 80 trucks off the road a day, reducing congestion on the roads and in the port.
WHEN...
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