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Durban Gateway Terminal cargo disruptions

Overview

The Durban Gateway Terminal (DGT) in South Africa is experiencing severe cargo flow disruptions following a transition to the NAVIS N4 system in mid-August. Operational data shows that weekly throughput has dropped by 26%, with terminal waits reaching between eight and 12 days. Average port call times have increased from under five days in late June to over twelve days by late August.

These delays have impacted both vessel anchorage and landside operations, including increased transit times for trucks and transporters. The South African Freight and Logistics Association (SAFLA) and the Road Freight Association (RFA) are calling for a unified recovery plan and accountability regarding performance commitments. The disruptions are driving up economic costs through increased demurrage, storage fees, and the need for emergency airfreight.

Entities

Road Freight Association · International Container Terminal Services Inc · Transnet · Durban Gateway Terminal · South African Freight and Logistics Association

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Durban Gateway Terminal faces severe cargo flow disruptions

    South African logistics associations are calling for an urgent recovery plan for the Durban Gateway Terminal following severe cargo disruptions and significant drops in weekly throughput.

  2. 17 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Durban Gateway Terminal faces severe cargo flow disruptions

    South African logistics associations are demanding a recovery plan for the Durban Gateway Terminal following significant cargo throughput drops and increased vessel wait times.

Sources

focusontransport.co.za · satrucker.co.za · scnafrica.com