The country’s total avocado exports were just over 81 000 tonnes in 2024 with just a fraction heading to this new market.
Cargo division carries 2.3 million tonnes of goods around the world, up 7% from the previous year.
The decision serves to “prevent, mitigate and resolve bottlenecks and additional breakdowns”.
The port’s container terminal has invested approximately R1.5 billion in new equipment over the past 18 months.
An update states that as a result, rail operations in and out of Durban were affected.
A sudden rediversion of global traffic through the Suez Canal would unleash surplus tonnage back into regular trade lanes.
The government would deepen the implementation of current reforms in energy and logistics.
More than 200 light aircraft, including helicopters and small twin-prop planes, are expected to fly in.
The brownfield development opportunity in Maydon Wharf spans 145 hectares and features 15 berths.
TNPA said it forms part of its masterplan for ports in KwaZulu-Natal.
This move is seen as a significant step in the industry’s push towards automation.
The company has committed $120 million for the initial development and feasibility studies.
