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Transnet

Transnet is South Africa's state-owned freight transport and logistics company, operating as a public enterprise under the Department of Public Enterprises. The organisation manages and integrates the country's rail, port and pipeline infrastructure, playing a critical role in facilitating domestic and export trade. Transnet comprises several operating divisions, including Transnet Freight Rail, which operates the national rail freight network; Transnet National Ports Authority, which manages the country's commercial ports; Transnet Port Terminals, which provides cargo-handling services; and Transnet Pipelines, which transports petroleum products. The company is one of the largest and most capital-intensive of South Africa's state-owned enterprises, with operations spanning the entire logistics value chain. Transnet's rail and port infrastructure is essential for the movement of bulk commodities such as coal, iron ore and manganese, as well as containerised cargo and automotive exports. The organisation has faced operational and financial challenges in recent years, including ageing infrastructure, underinvestment, governance issues and declining performance metrics. National Treasury and the Department of Transport exercise oversight over Transnet's strategic direction and capital allocation. Transnet was established in 1990 as a limited company, succeeding the South African Transport Services, and has since undergone several restructurings to improve efficiency and commercial viability.

Transnet News


Transnet Chairperson Dr Andile Sangqu Headlines CILTSA ESG Conference
12th June 2026

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport South Africa (CILTSA) has confirmed Dr Andile Sangqu, Chairperson of Transnet, as keynote speaker for its ESG Conference taking place on Tuesday,... 


Cape Town tightens grip on metal crime
12th June 2026 By: Irma Venter

In the ten months between July last year and April this year, the City of Cape Town’s (CoCT’s) Metal Theft Unit made 88 arrests and recovered more than a kilometre of stolen cable and more than 800... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Ramokgopa to seek Cabinet approval soon to extend tariff discounts to more industries
11th June 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has indicated that he intends approaching Cabinet in the coming weeks to seek approval to extend concessional electricity tariffs similar to... 


RFA Convention Calls for Urgent Reform, Safer Roads and Stronger Freight Partnerships
5th June 2026

The Road Freight Association (RFA) concluded its 2026 Convention with a clear message: South Africa must shift gears with urgency, discipline and partnership to protect the road freight sector,... 


An image of the LHWP tunnel before Nanoflake tech application
Nanoflake tech improves corrosion resistance, prolongs asset life
5th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Corrosion control coating solutions provider Corrocoat South Africa aims to use Nanoflake – a glassflake reinforced coating innovation used to ensure efficient corrosion protection of capital... 


TPT testing the new tippler at Saldanha Iron Ore Terminal
Transnet installs new tippler at Saldanha Iron Ore Terminal to boost capacity
4th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has completed its R4-billion infrastructure expansion project for the Saldanha Iron Ore Terminal, with the installation of a new tippler, which is used to... 


The image depicts a ADT in a coal field
Rail allocation to enhance diversified miner’s access to market
29th May 2026 By: Lynne Davies

In advocating for reindustrialisation in South Africa and the creation of new jobs, diversified mining group Menar is expanding its portfolio of operations with the February 2026 addition of a... 


The above image depicts a worker operating a crane
Materials handling market sees rapid growth
29th May 2026 By: Lynne Davies

Several key factors, such as the impact of Operation Vulindlela, have seen the materials handling market in Southern Africa undergo a rapid change in recent years, to the extent that the market is... 


Representatives form the train operating companies hold up rail access certificates at a ceremony addressed by various Transnet executives, including CEO Michelle Phillips (seated in green).
Eleven private train operators gear up for mainline entry after concluding access agreements
29th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The 11 private train operating companies (TOCs), which were last year allocated slots on South Africa’s mainline rail network, have now officially concluded rail access agreements with the Transnet... 


Afrimat CEO Andries van Heerden
Afrimat posts solid results; sets focus on growing cash generation, reducing debt
21st May 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Although it remains profitable, is able to service its debt and posted good results for the financial year ended February 28, JSE-listed construction materials and industrial minerals mining... 


Menar Ports & Rail moves ahead with strategic Transnet partnership
Menar Ports & Rail moves ahead with strategic Transnet partnership
15th May 2026

Menar Ports & Rail (MPR) intends to invest in the critical resources needed to ensure it utilises its rail allocation through the Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) initiative to add value... 


Representatives form the train operating companies hold up rail access certificates at a ceremony addressed by various Transnet executives, including CEO Michelle Phillips (seated in green).
Eleven private train operators gear up for mainline entry after concluding access agreements
13th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The 11 private train operating companies (TOCs), which were last year allocated slots on South Africa’s mainline rail network, have now officially concluded rail access agreements with the Transnet... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy
Creecy highlights private prospects in freight logistics on eve of rail announcement
12th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has confirmed that major private sector participation (PSP) projects in the freight logistics sector will be brought to market in the current financial year and... 


Manganese port activity.
Give South Africa’s manganese mines a good logistics future right now – don’t wait
8th May 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Without compromising the positions of any stakeholders or the credibility of the process, a way must be found to fast-track a good logistical future for South Africa’s very important manganese... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy speaking at the launch of the Draft National Rail Master Plan
Draft masterplan outlines R2-trillion vision for restoring rail as ‘backbone’ by 2050
8th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Draft National Rail Master Plan released by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy for public comment outlines an ambitious R2-trillion vision for repositioning South Africa’s underperforming rail... 


An image of Johann Nell
Private investor’s role in logistics renewal spotlighted
8th May 2026

In an opinion piece, real estate investment trust Redefine Properties national asset manager and development head Johann Nell noted that the transport and shipping narratives in South Africa are... 


Pictured from left to right: Alderman James Vos, Ian Barnard, Jonathan Allen, Pekka Metso, and Jabu Mdaki
Strengthening African bulk materials handling capabilities with new hub
7th May 2026

End-to-end mining solutions company Metso has expanded its global bulk material handling (BMH) network with the inauguration of its new regional hub in Cape Town, South Africa. The new centre... 


French Ambassador to South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi David Martinon (left), with AFD’s regional director for Southern Africa Marie-Hélène Loison and Transnet CEO Michelle Phillips at the signing ceremony.
€300m AFD loan to assist Transnet’s transition to low-carbon operating model
4th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

State-owned freight logistics group Transnet has signed a €300-million (R5.8-billion) with Agence française de développement (AFD) to support its transition to a low-carbon operating model. The... 


Iron-ore being loaded onto ships at Saldanha Bay
Kumba says export sales to Asia, Europe unaffected by Middle East conflict
28th April 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South African iron-ore miner Kumba Iron Ore's export sales routes to its markets in Asia and Europe remain open and have not been impacted by shipping disruptions caused by the conflict in the... 


Manganese port activity.
Give South Africa’s manganese mines a good logistics future right now – don’t wait
21st April 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Without compromising the positions of any stakeholders or the credibility of the process, a way must be found to fast-track a good logistical future for South Africa’s very important manganese... 


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