Transnet Engineering delivered the first batch of 22 passenger coaches engineered and manufactured at its centres in Pretoria and Cape Town to Botswana Railways. The successful delivery confirms the strides the Transnet division has taken as it aggressively advances towards becoming Africa’s leading manufacturer of rolling stock.
The order is part of Botswana Railway’s purchase of 37 coaches, and by May, Transnet will deliver the remaining 15 coaches.
Transnet won the contract following a public and competitive bidding process in which it excelled on technological innovation, delivery schedule and pricing.
The order is a key element of Botswana Railways’ plan to reintroduce its passenger rail service.
“This is a huge milestone towards our goal of becoming an original equipment manufacturer of distinction and Transnet’s objective to extend its business beyond the borders of South Africa, thereby positioning itself as a leading provider of logistics services in sub-Saharan Africa,” Transnet Engineering Chief Executive, Thamsanqa Jiyane said.
One of the primary objectives for Transnet is to integrate South Africa with the region and the rest of the continent.
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