Richards Bay port terminal road repairs progress

While recent heavy rains have caused major delays, there is steady progress in repairing roads within the Richards Bay port terminal.

Transnet Port Terminal (TPT) is expected to fix at least eight internal routes which have become no-go areas for light motor vehicles, and only accessible to 4X4 and heavy duty vehicles.

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Speaking to the ZO on Friday, TPT regional corporate affairs manager Msawakhe Mayisela said they are optimistic about achieving the set deadlines for the road repairs.

“We are pleased with the progress made, even though construction was interrupted by the recent rains.

“The teams are, however, on site continuing with repairs, and we are hopeful that with the commencement of the winter season, there will be fewer delays caused by rain, and work will continue uninterrupted,” said Mayisela.

The reconstruction comes amid public outcry over the condition of the roads.

The Richards Bay terminal revealed earlier this year that it had obtained budget approval for R100-million for some routes.

Reconstruction will be conducted in two phases, with some roads within the terminal already closed and others making use of a stop-and-go as work gets under way.

Although not included in the terminal’s repairs, Ventura Road, which links to the port’s administration complex off Medway Road, has been cited among those in a bad state and avoided by many motorists and shipping agents.

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