Fire on import conveyor

14 Oct 2021 / Richards Bay, South Africa

The Port of Richards Bay experienced a major fire incident on the main import conveyor (transfer point H01) at about 19h00 on 13 October 2021.

The power to the route has been isolated in order to facilitate firefighting and this may impact other quayside areas whilst firefighting operations are carrying on.

Business continuity plans will be implemented immediately, and engagements will take place with affected customers.

Further to this, all conveyor routes in the terminal will be stopped with immediate effect until further notice.

The Investigation process will also commence.

TPT will work to mitigate and minimize any negative impact this fire might have to any operational areas.

(For information about operations at Richards Bay, contact GAC South Africa at [email protected])

Source: Transnet notice dated 14 October 2021

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