THE rehabilitation of Bayhead Road at the Port of Durban has been completed a month ahead of schedule, according to Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA), which said the early project-completion will allow seamless cargo movement before the festive season, benefitting South African consumers.

The R76 million refurbishment has made the road durable to the estimated 13,000 vehicles that travel the route daily with built-in resistance to cracking and deformation. This enhancement significantly extends the road’s design lifespan and reduces long-term maintenance costs.

“We are looking forward to seeing South Africa’s logistics sector enjoying the benefits of this road infrastructure development. The successful execution of this project reinforces our commitment to deliver on the business-wide Reinvent for Growth strategy, by creating value for our port users through seamless cargo flow. Key to this success is collaboration with our stakeholders,” said Mpumi Dweba-Kwetana, port manager at the Port of Durban.

According to TNPA, the project, which commenced in June 2025 and originally planned for six months, eases traffic congestion by providing seamless access to port terminals, warehouses and industrial facilities. Bayhead Road connects the Port of Durban to the national road network, thus supporting efficient supply chains and bolstering the country’s trade competitiveness. This key route directly enhances port operational efficiency and contributes substantially to industrial growth as well as global trade connectivity.

The Bayhead Road upgrade created approximately 204 jobs and opportunities for five Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) during construction, the state-owned ports authority said in a media statement.