Name of the Project
Port Nolloth rehabilitation project.
Location
The project is located on the north-western coast of South Africa.
Client
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA).
Project Description
TNPA has started a multimillion-rand port infrastructure rehabilitation project at Port Nolloth.
The project is aimed at improving infrastructure for offshore activities and forms part of efforts to develop the country’s marine transport and manufacturing industry, in line with the South African government’s Operation Phakisa initiative.
The primary infrastructure at the port includes an L-shaped concrete deck on pile jetty, which includes a landing quay about 67 m long and a useable area of 1 450 m2.
The scope of TNPA’s work includes refurbishing the jetty structure and quay infrastructure.
TNPA and De Beers will together undertake the replacement of quayside fender systems.
TNPA will also be undertaking revetment works to address erosion of the shoreline.
Jobs to be Created
Not stated.
Value
The project is estimated at R39-million.
Duration
The project is expected to be completed by October 2017.
Latest Developments
The appointed contractor, Steffanuti Stocks Marine, started preparatory site establishment activities in August 2016.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Steffanuti Stocks Marine (preparatory site establishment activities).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
TNPA corporate affairs manager – Port of Cape Town, Coen Birkenstock, email Coen.Birkenstock@transnet.net.