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October 22, 2024 | Africa

Transnet Freight Rail plans for future growth

South African national operator Transnet Freight Rail has faced several challenging years, but now appears to be making a recovery. Phillippa Dean reports.

October 15, 2024 | Freight

South Africa’s rail freight sector turns a corner

This year could be pivotal for freight operations, with the potential arrival of private-sector finance and support, as Phillippa Dean explains.

August 9, 2024 | Africa

Transnet reveals open access timeline

South African freight operator puts key elements in place for opening up rail network.

July 22, 2024 | Africa

Transnet receives $US 1bn African Development Bank loan

The loan will help to restore South Africa’s rail network and aid growth.

June 26, 2024 | Africa

Thelo enters strategic partnership with DB to develop African freight corridors

DB Engineering & Consulting will provide technical expertise for Thelo rail projects.

May 21, 2024 | Freight

Lobito Atlantic Railway orders 275 container wagons

New fleet will be built by Galison Manufacturing of South Africa.

April 29, 2024 | Africa

South African commuter services restored

Prasa adds five more sections of line to bring a total of 31 out of 40 lines back into use.

February 15, 2024 | Africa

Transnet volumes show signs of recovery

The South African freight operator recorded a 3.5% increase in tonnage carried in the final quarter of the 2023 calendar year.

January 22, 2024 | Africa

A fresh start for Transnet

South Africa’s rail freight network is in crisis. Philippa Dean explains what steps the government is taking to turn the situation around and introduce competition.

November 22, 2023 | Policy

Transnet creates interim infrastructure manager

South Africa’s national network will be opened up to other freight operators on April 1 2024.

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