en.Wedoany.com Reported - To reverse its bottom ranking in the World Bank's 2025 Container Port Performance Index (CPPI), the Western Cape provincial government has proposed four intervention measures to enhance operational efficiency at the Port of Cape Town.

Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Ivan Meyer, announced the plan on Monday. The measures include initiating formal dialogue with the World Bank, collaborating with Transnet to improve operations, strengthening coordination with port users, and refocusing on port performance through a stakeholder forum.

Data from the Digital Logistics Planning Platform (DLPP) shows that vessel turnaround times from the beginning of 2026 to date have improved by 33% compared to the same period last year, Meyer said.

The first intervention focuses on the World Bank team. The province plans to compare the port call data used in the CPPI with DLPP information and explore the ranking methodology and potential for collaboration.

The second intervention, through Transnet National Ports Authority, Transnet Port Terminals, and Transnet Freight Rail, focuses on improving vessel scheduling, container yard management, landside congestion, and the impact of wind-related disruptions.

The third intervention, involving exporters, importers, and logistics operators, aims to reduce peak-period congestion. Proposed measures include expanding night shift operations where feasible, increasing the use of inland terminals and off-dock facilities, and enhancing cold chain logistics coordination.

The fourth intervention will place port performance issues on the agenda of the 2027 Port of Cape Town stakeholder dialogue, which is expected to invite the World Bank and industry participants.

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