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Port Of Richards Bay

The Port of Richards Bay is a deep-water harbour on the north-east coast of South Africa in KwaZulu-Natal province, approximately 180 km north of Durban. It is one of the largest and busiest ports in Africa, handling predominantly bulk cargo including coal, minerals, agricultural products and petroleum. The port is home to the Richards Bay Coal Terminal, the world's largest coal export facility, which has historically accounted for the majority of throughput. Other key terminals include facilities for handling magnetite, phosphoric acid, woodchips and liquid fuels. The port is operated by Transnet National Ports Authority, the state-owned ports regulator and landlord. Richards Bay serves as a critical gateway for South African and regional exports, particularly from the mining and agricultural sectors, and supports significant industrial activity in the surrounding Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone. The harbour's deep draught and modern infrastructure enable it to accommodate large bulk carriers and Panamax vessels. The port has been the focus of expansion and diversification initiatives, including proposals for liquefied natural gas import terminals and gas-to-power projects to support South Africa's energy transition. It was established in the 1970s as part of a national strategy to develop export capacity for coal and other minerals.

Port Of Richards Bay Updates


Zululand Energy Terminal director Oliver Naidu
Eskom signs agreement with Zululand Energy Terminal as it seeks to advance 3 GW Richards Bay gas-fired power project
5th June 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom has signed heads of agreement with Zululand Energy Terminal (ZET) with the intention of becoming the ‘foundation customer’ for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal that ZET intends... 


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South Dune Precinct liquid natural gas bulk terminal, South Africa – update
29th May 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The final investment decision has been postponed. 


Transport Minister Babara Creecy speaking at the signing of the terminal operator agreement between TNPA and Ukwanda LNG.
TNPA signs 25-year LNG terminal agreement for Port of Ngqura
28th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has signed a 25-year terminal operator agreement with Ukwanda LNG, to develop an onshore liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification facility... 


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Richards Bay Dry Bulk Terminal, South Africa
1st May 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Transnet has issued a request for qualification to start the selection process for a partner in the private-sector participation project for the redevelopment, financing, design, procurement,... 


Vopak South Africa president Oliver Naidu
Vopak, RBIDZ commit to advance gas infrastructure in Richards Bay
16th March 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Netherlands-headquartered tank storage and terminal operator Vopak’s local subsidiary, Vopak South Africa, together with Transnet Pipelines, on March 13 signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)... 


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Richards Bay liquid natural gas bulk terminal, South Africa – update
13th March 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Vopak has postponed the final investment decision. 


Illegal mining remains a nationally coordinated organised crime threat, SAPS tells parliamentary committee
Illegal mining remains a nationally coordinated organised crime threat, SAPS tells parliamentary committee
24th February 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid a resurgence of illegal mining across South Africa, interventions and coordinated measures are being implemented to curb ongoing incidents across the country. This was discussed during an... 


Transnet CEO Advocate Michelle Phillips
Rail volumes rising but private impetus needed to reach 250Mt target
9th February 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Transnet CEO Advocate Michelle Phillips insists there will be no turning back from current yearly railed volume levels of above 160-million tons. But she has also reiterated that private sector... 


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Partnership-led growth to be spotlighted at Indaba
30th January 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Diversified mining group Menar’s presence at the 2026 Investing in African Mining Indaba is an opportunity to reinforce its message that coordinated partnerships across South Africa’s resources,... 


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