The port has been operating way below capacity recently due to ageing infrastructure and unresolved labour disputes, among other issues
State-owned freight transport and logistics company Transnet is deploying some staff from its Durban operations to Cape Town in a bid to boost capacity in the region.
The proper functioning of the ports is crucial for international trade, which represents about 59% of SA’s GDP. The country shipped close to R2-trillion of goods in 2019. The Covid-19 pandemic has worsened the crisis at the port as workers suspected to have the disease are sent home, worsening the staff shortages.
“This will improve movement of cargo and ensure staff availability. The 20 employees have been screened and tested for Covid-19 and their deployment will not affect operations at DCT,” Transnet said.
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