News / Transnet port strike ends, but forwarders say cooperation is key from now on

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Transnet was back in full swing at South African ports yesterday, after the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) called off its industrial action.

The union’s negotiating team will continue to engage with management via the Transnet Bargaining Council, following larger union UNTU signing an agreement to end its strike earlier this week.

However, according to the South African Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF), there is much work to be done now.

CEO Juanita Maree believes the port strike cost companies nearly R7bn ...