This after Transnet workers went on strike in October and paralysed freight rail and port operations while also throttling exports.

The embattled rail company declared a force majeure in its automotive, bulk and multi-purpose recovery plans to stabilise operational performance and efficiencies across all container handling terminals.

However, on Monday, Transnet confirmed that its terminals are ready to return to pre-strike operations.

"The terminals are now ready to return to pre-strike planning of operations, which promote maximum imports and exports. With effect from 1 November, all container vessels will be berthed in accordance with the pre-strike berthing window schedules and all containers are to be removed within the free storage period, says Transnet spokesperson Ayanda Shezi.

"TPT declared a force majeure during the strike when the company’s ability to comply with its contractual obligations was compromised and portions of terminal operations were scaled down. The force majeure declared in the automotive, bulk and multi-purpose terminals was uplifted on October 21, immediately after the full workforce resumed duty."

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