The Richards Bay Bulk Terminal has contained a fire that broke out on its woodchips route, affecting two conveyor belts, Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) confirmed on Monday.
“The sprinkler system and the terminal’s swift emergency response minimised damage to only 80 metres, and the rest of the structure was spared,” TPT said in a statement.
To ensure continuity and in agreement with the customer, the vessel on berth was diverted to the Durban Multipurpose Terminal for the loading of export woodchips.
“All teams are currently on site repairing the damaged belt to ensure operations resume before the end of the week. An investigation is also under way to establish the cause of the fire,” TPT said.
