Gibela Rail Announces the Appointment of Reggie Boqo as Chief Executive Officer
Gibela Rail has appointed Reggie Boqo as CEO, effective 1 October 2025. His leadership marks a new chapter as the company delivers its 300th train set for PRASA.
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Frauscher to Deliver First Project in South Korea: Partnership for the Daejeon Tram Project
Frauscher partners with MTECHIN and Hyundai Rotem to deliver axle counters and FSE interface for South Korea’s Daejeon Tram Project, set to launch in 2028.
Zambia, Tanzania and China Sign $1.4 Billion TAZARA Revitalisation Agreement
Zambia, Tanzania and China have signed the $1.4bn TAZARA Revitalisation Agreement, covering track upgrades, new locomotives, wagons and coaches to boost regional trade.
Government Assures China Railway CRCC of Support in TAZARA Revitalisation Process
Zambia backs CRCC in US$1.4bn TAZARA revitalisation with Tanzania and China, including track upgrades, 34 locomotives, 16 coaches and 760 wagons (29 Sept 2025).
First Four Locomotives for the Simandou Project Arrive in Guinea
The Simandou project in Guinea takes a major step forward with the arrival of the first four locomotives for La Compagnie du TransGuinéen, supporting Africa’s largest mining railway.
Port of Gauteng White Paper Outlines R50 Billion Plan to Transform SA Logistics
Port of Gauteng’s White Paper outlines a R50 billion inland port development to ease SA’s freight crisis, create 50,000 jobs, and cut transport costs by 2030.
Trans-Kalahari Railway: a Strategic Regional Corridor
The Trans-Kalahari Railway, a 1,600–1,900 km corridor from Botswana to Namibia’s Walvis Bay, is set to boost trade, diversify exports, and drive regional integration under AU Agenda 2063.
Zak Supplies Forged Joggle Fish Plates for Safer Rail Operations
Zak, a subsidiary of Clyde Industrial Corporation, delivers forged joggle fish plates and G-clamps to improve weld integrity and rail safety.
SETRAG Acquires a Second SMD80 Machine
SETRAG invests €5 million in a second SMD80 machine to replace wooden sleepers with concrete, boosting safety, reliability, and efficiency across Gabon’s railway network.
Rio Tinto SimFer Updates Progress in the Third Quarter of 2025
SimFer, the Rio Tinto-led joint venture in Guinea, reports steady Q3 2025 progress with rail, port, and mine works advancing. First iron ore shipment is scheduled for November 2025.
1,000th Urbos Tram Rolls Out of CAF Factory
CAF celebrates the rollout of its 1,000th Urbos tram, a benchmark for sustainable urban mobility operating in 38 cities across 19 countries worldwide.
Transport Month: Supply Chain Industry Body SAPICS Urges Collaboration and Education to Fix South Africa’s Failing Logistics System
During Transport Month, SAPICS urges collaboration, skills development, and support for SMMEs to address South Africa’s logistics crisis, from port delays to road safety.
TAA and TRC Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Air and Rail Transport Cooperation in the Country
TAA and TRC sign MoU to connect airports with railways in Tanzania, aiming to boost passenger access, cargo transport, tourism, and national economic growth.
DP World, Deendayal Port Authority and Nevomo Sign MoU to Explore Autonomous Magnetic Rail Freight Movement in India
DP World, DPA and Nevomo sign MoU to pilot MagRail in Kandla, showcasing India’s first autonomous, electric freight movement within port operations.
ArcelorMittal Liberia Statement on Senate Committee’s Visit and Phase II Expansion Project
ArcelorMittal Liberia welcomes Senate Committee visit, confirms US$1.8 billion Phase II Expansion including rail, port, power, and jobs for 7,500 Liberians.
Historic Class 6A Steam Locomotive 473 Ready for Service After Full Restoration
Fairlie Projects restores Class 6A steam locomotive 473, built in 1897, to full working order at Germiston Workshops. Heritage restoration marks SA’s rail legacy.