NEW software at the Richards Bay Transnet Port Terminal (TPT) has been installed to improve operational efficiency.
Commtrac will collate and process information from other systems and automate manual processes to improve user experience.
TPT said over and above this, it will reduce the high cost of the logistics chain.
‘Our mission is to be a focused freight-handling logistics company that delivers integrated, efficient, safe, reliable and cost-effective services to promote economic growth in South Africa,’ said TPT General Manager for Information and Communication Technology, Deirdre Ackermann.
‘The introduction of the new Commtrac software is an important step in achieving this.
‘It will supplement and support TPT’s business processes by providing real time, accurate reporting, inventory tonnage position, real time overview of loading and discharge progress and real time overview of delays and variances among many other important functions and insights.
‘Our staff is being empowered with technology that coordinates and integrates planning and operational activities and reports at all levels.
‘We are already enjoying the benefits of a robust bulk operational system, with our teams from the management, planning, operations, finance and engineering divisions being key to implement and fully exploit this innovation.’
The investment forms part of Transnet’s Market Demand Strategy (MDS) implemented in 2012.
The MDS is a R336-billion, seven-year rolling investment programme to expand and modernise the country’s ports, rail and pipeline infrastructure.
R49.9-billion was set aside for the Port of Richards Bay.
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