The Inaugural Railway Safety Awards!

The Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) is thrilled to announce the winners of the Inaugural Rail Industry Awards, held on October 24, 2024, at the Houghton Hotel in Johannesburg.

Hosts, Thabo Tbose Mokwele and Nina Hastie

This prestigious event celebrated the outstanding achievements and innovations of individuals and organizations in the rail sector, spotlighting exceptional contributions to safety, operational excellence, and industry advancement.

The event honored exemplary professionals and organizations across various categories, showcasing the immense talent, commitment, and innovation within the industry:

 Exceptional Asset Management: Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa
 Transformation in Rail: African Rail Industry Association
 Excellence in Training – Training Service Providers: Gibela Rail Transport Consortium
 Excellence in Training – Operators’ Departments: Traxtion
 Rail Logistics Supply Chain Excellence: Makoya Supply Chain Holdings
 Lifetime Achievement: Dr Willem Sprong
 Pioneering Applied Rail Research: University of Pretoria
 Security Excellence: Transnet Freight Rail
 Environmental Sustainability Leaders in Rail: Transnet Freight Rail
 Best SADC Region Initiative: Traxtion
 Train Operator of the Year: Bombela Operating Company
 Outstanding Nominated Manager: Elize Howell, Traxtion
 Train Driver of the Year: Donald Masango, Transnet Freight Rail

“It is an honor to celebrate the extraordinary achievements and commitment of those who continue to elevate our industry,” said Nina Hastie, Acting Chief Executive Officer. These awards recognize excellence and inspire rail professionals to continually set new standards for safety and efficiency.”

The Inaugural Rail Industry Awards aim to strengthen collaboration among stakeholders, promote best practices, and encourage innovative solutions that will propel the rail industry forward.

Here are more pictures from the event;