Ngqura terminal takes delivery of new haulers to increase citrus loading rates
As part of State-owned Transnet Port Terminal’s (TPT’s) focus on improved reliability and efficiency, the Ngqura Container Terminal (NCT) has taken delivery of 50 new haulers to increase citrus loading rates as mid-season approaches.
TPT explains that haulers are key to moving containers within the terminal and says the new haulers form part of initiatives being implemented to ensure the success of Transnet’s Recovery Plan.
It adds that the acquisition of the haulers is expected to also provide relief to the technical team that oversees planned maintenance.
“It feels good to give a performing team additional resources because we can then uphold what we have promised our customers. The arrival of these haulers will make it possible for us to achieve current financial year targets,” says TPT Eastern Cape managing executive Wandisa Vazi.
She adds that improved reliability and availability of equipment resulting from an increased fleet will improve efficiency.
Since the beginning of the citrus season, the NCT has maintained a good performance, as cited in a recent industry meeting where the Citrus Growers Association commended the terminal and depot setup, acclaiming it as the best in the country, worth positioning it as a benchmark.
“The investment marks an exciting new phase for TPT in the Eastern Cape region, setting the stage for improved service delivery and sustained growth,” says TPT.
NCT is the fourth TPT terminal to receive new equipment in the last five months.
The Richards Bay Terminals took delivery of 75 dumpers and 35 payloaders in March; the Durban Container Terminal 35 haulers in March; and the Cape Town Container Terminal 10 haulers in June.
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