The Transnet Port Terminals terminal in Durban processed over 700,000 fully assembled transport units during the 2025/26 financial year. The port operator continues to work on increasing productivity and optimizing cargo handling operations.
This was reported during a press briefing held by the port operator in Durban on Thursday. At the briefing, managers presented a report on the operation of their terminals and also announced plans to improve processes through equipment modernization and strengthening interaction with logistics partners.
Transnet Port Terminals is responsible for the commercial loading and unloading of sea cargo at major South African ports, playing a significant role in the country's supply chains for import and export.
Increased Vehicle Processing at Durban Terminal
Prince Manganeni, manager of the Durban RoRo Terminal, noted that the implementation of advanced transport tracking systems has contributed to reducing turnaround time. He emphasized that the system helps quickly locate vehicles, which ensures faster turnover.
Manganeni also stated that cooperation with vehicle manufacturers and logistics providers has helped increase overall productivity and facilitate the movement of transport through the port.
Meanwhile, the Durban Container Terminal processed 728,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) in the 2025/26 financial year, exceeding its projected volume of 700,000 TEU. For the current financial year, the terminal aims to reach a figure of 750,000 TEU.
Furthermore, Transnet plans to introduce six new ship-to-shore cranes, expected in the second quarter of the next financial year, as well as three mobile port cranes in the first quarter of 2027. Previn Govender, Executive Manager for Capital Projects, specified that the new ship-to-shore cranes will be equipped with dual-lift technology, allowing them to lift two containers simultaneously.