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TransNamib Holdings Limited (TransNamib) is a state-owned railway company in Namibia. Organised as a holding company, it provides both rail and road freight services, as well as passenger rail services. Its headquarters are in the country’s capital Windhoek.

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Two TransNamib U20C (South African Class 33-400) diesel-electric locomotives haul a train south of Keetmanshoop

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TransNamib – The preferred bulk transporter of Namibia

transnamib.com.na

TransNamib is Namibia’s premier national rail services operator. Headquartered in Windhoek, TransNamib specialises in transporting bulk, break bulk, containerised freight, and passengers via rail. Complementing our core services, we also provide warehousing, storage, and property rentals. As a state-owned company, TransNamib is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of all Namibians. With an extensive geographic presence across Namibia, we are deeply integrated into all aspects of Namibian life. We prioritise enhancing the quality of life in the regions where we operate, benefiting not only our employees but also the communities and environments we serve. Our commitment extends to fostering sustainable development and prosperity in Namibia. To ensure world class rail service and generate return on investment for our shareholder. TransNamib’s humble beginnings can be traced back to 1895 when a first local railway was constructed in 1895 by the Damaraland Guano Company for commercial purposes. The first public railway, and the core of the present system, was constructed by the German Colonial government. TransNamib’s rail system is linked Transnet rail in South Africa. Our Rail network stretch from the South (South African border) to the Northern part of our country (Angolan border) and from the midline of the country to its coast and its harbors towns. Beyond that, neighbors are also connected via the Trans-Caprivi, Trans Cunene and Trans-Kalahari highways which in turn, connects with all countries in the SADAC region. Cargo trains operate between South Africa and Namibia twice a week.

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Country
Namibia
Headquarters
Windhoek
Employees
1802
Official website
www.transnamib.com.na
Image
TransNamib Lok 01.JPG
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inception
1895-00-00
Commons category
TransNamib
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  • Operations
  • Major lines and stations
  • See also
  • References
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TransNamib Holdings Limited (TransNamib) is a state-owned railway company in Namibia. Organised as a holding company, it provides both rail and road freight services, as well as passenger rail services. Its headquarters are in the country’s capital Windhoek.

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