TRIM’s Gobhozi elected to lead global heavy haul association
Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) technology management chief engineer Nkululeko Gobhozi has been elected as International Heavy Haul Association (IHHA) chairperson for the next two years.
The announcement was made during the IHHA board workshop, hosted in collaboration with the South African Heavy Haul Association (SAHHA) at the Transnet Maritime Training Centre in Cape Town this week.
“It is a profound honour and a significant responsibility to be entrusted with leading the IHHA at such a pivotal juncture,” says Gobhozi.
“This appointment comes at a defining moment in South Africa’s rail recovery journey.
“Leveraging this global platform allows us to actively absorb and adopt international best practices, while ensuring that cutting-edge heavy haul research is directly translated into practical, executable solutions on our domestic rail corridors.
“Technology advancements present significant opportunities for the railway sector, and incorporating those technologies into heavy haul operations to optimise safety and efficiency sustainably is the next frontier,” says Gobhozi.
The workshop featured technical updates from leading global rail operators including Rio Tinto, Australia, India Railway Service of Engineers, China Railway Society, MxV Rail, USA, and MRS Logística, Brazil.
IHHA CEO Antonio Merheb praised South Africa’s foundational role in the global heavy haul community at the event.
“The IHHA was founded on the principle that shared technical knowledge accelerates solutions for heavy haul operators worldwide.
“South Africa has historically been a pioneer in heavy-haul engineering. Through our partnership with SAHHA, we are committed to facilitating the transfer of international expertise and technology to support South Africa's rail recovery journey as it progresses toward practical execution.”
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