The Minister of Public Enterprises, Lynne Brown, has conveyed her condolences to the families of a Transnet train driver and a train assistant who died when a train comprising of three locomotives derailed between Durban and Pietermaritzburg in the early hours of this morning.
The cause of the incident is being investigated.
“I am saddened by the death of the Transnet personnel and would like to express my sympathy to their families and colleagues.
“I have asked Transnet to give the families the necessary support they would need during this period.
“I have also requested Transnet to continuously review its safety procedures on the various rail routes to prevent and minimize a recurrence,” said Minister Brown.
For enquiries:
Colin Cruywagen
Cell: 082 3779916
