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TFR restructures to ramp up operating efficiency

21 Jul 2020
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Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) has restructured its operating model and introduced six operational corridors each with their own localised decision-making structures at operational level. “This will ensure higher levels of operating efficiency, a more dynamic approach to costs and pricing, and greater customer satisfaction,” said TFR chief executive Sizakele Mzimela.

“The new structure is geared to move TFR away from a multi-layered organisation towards a flat structure that delivers operational efficiency.”

Mzimela described the previous structure as cumbersome and top heavy. “In addition to increasing our customer responsiveness, the new business model will empower Transnet executives at local level and ensure a closer focus on the needs of their customers.”

The following executives have been appointed to run the corridors:

Mandisa Mondi, North Corridor, to be based in Richards Bay

Chuma Mokoena, Natal Corridor, to be based in Durban

Lloyd Tobias, Cape Corridor 1, to be based in Saldanha

Mashudu Makatu, North-East Corridor, to be based in Nelspruit

Rudzani Ligege, Central Corridor, to be based in Pretoria.

The appointment process for Cape Corridor 2 (Kimberley/Port Elizabeth) is currently under way.

“There is a tremendous depth of knowledge within the business, and we are determined to empower those with the technical knowledge and customer understanding so that we are better placed to meet the demands of the post-Covid 19 economy,” Mzimela added.

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