Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) has resumed full operations on the Cape Mainline after completing major repairs to a section of the railway line that was heavily damaged during the July 2024 floods.
TFR said in a statement on Friday that the line had resumed freight operations to full capacity following more than a month of work fixing sections of the infrastructure.
“The rail infrastructure was significantly damaged in De Wet and Sandhills, which necessitated the closure of the Mainline between the Worcester and De Doorns section. TFR’s technical teams tackled significant challenges during the recovery process,” the rail operator said.
Critical activities included river diversions, embankment stabilisation, and the reconstruction of superstructure elements such as ballast beds, sleepers, and rails.
“The complexity of the project was heightened by severe weather, difficult terrain, and strict environmental regulations. Despite these challenges, TFR’s teams worked diligently to ensure the line was restored to a safe operational standard,” the rail operator said.
