Richards Bay Coal Terminal Phase 6 expansion project, South Africa
Name and Location
Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) Phase 6 expansion project, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Client
The RBCT is aiming to develop the additional capacity in joint venture with Transnet and government.
Project Description
The project proposes to increase capacity at the RBCT by 19-million tons to 110-million tons, in response to the call for more capacity allocation for junior miners.
The infrastructure requirements, include the procurement of one additional tippler and one additional shiploader; the extension of the existing stockyard area; the construction of additional conveyors, towers and silos; and the reconfiguration of the substation.
Value
Not stated.
Duration
Not stated.
Latest Developments
RBCT chairperson Mike Teke has confirmed that the company’s management has met with Transnet regarding expansion.
RBCT CEO Nosipho Siwisa-Damasane has pointed out that there are several advantages associated with the company’s expansion, as opposed to the construction of a completely new terminal, such as the availability of existing berths and infrastructure that will lead to lower costs.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
RBCT acting corporate affairs manager Danni du Preez, tel +27 35 904 4122 or email ddupreez@rbct.co.za.
Transnet Freight Rail spokesperson Mike Asefovitz, tel +27 11 544 9585.
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