Tshipi Exported Manganese Ore Via Namibia in FY26
The company utilized the Port of Lüderitz to circumvent rail disruptions within the South African logistics network.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Transportation
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Tshipi é Ntle Manganese exported 828,000 tonnes of ore through the Port of Lüderitz during fiscal year 2026. The company successfully moved 3.5 million tonnes of ore total by shifting volumes between rail and road transport.
Why it matters
The company adjusted its logistics strategy to bypass frequent rail network instability in South Africa. By utilizing alternative routes and ports, Tshipi maintained consistent sales despite significant rail disruptions.
Tshipi reported 3.5 million tonnes in total sales and 2.6 million tonnes in rail volumes during fiscal year 2026. The mine, situated in the Kalahari manganese field, produced 11.89 million bank cubic metres of material over the same period.
The players
Tshipi é Ntle Manganese
This mining company operates in the Kalahari manganese field and is a joint venture between Jupiter Mines and Exxaro Resources.
Jupiter Mines
This mining entity owns a 49.9% stake in Tshipi é Ntle Manganese and reported a net after-tax profit of $37.6 million for fiscal year 2026.
Exxaro Resources
This diversified mining company maintains a 50.1% majority ownership stake in Tshipi é Ntle Manganese.
Transnet
This South African state-owned logistics company manages the rail network and collaborates with miners through the MECA3 framework.
The details
Tshipi utilized road capacity to mitigate challenges from derailments and shutdowns affecting the 1,000 km journey from the mine to various export ports. The firm also participates in the long-term MECA3 logistics framework with Transnet to stabilize long-term transport operations.
Timeline
Fiscal year 2026 served as the primary reporting period for export and production volumes.
Jupiter Mines officially released its annual report on September 30, 2026.
Global steel demand is forecast to experience 2.2% growth during the upcoming year.
Market Landscape
Tshipi operates within the MECA3 public-private logistics framework to coordinate transport efforts with state infrastructure. This cooperative model allows miners to maintain supply chain continuity despite ongoing challenges with domestic rail reliability.
The logistical adjustments maintain the steady supply of manganese ore necessary for global steel production. This stability supports consistent output levels, which helps balance supply-side factors in the commodity market.
The takeaway
Reliable logistics remain a critical competitive advantage for mining firms operating in landlocked regions. Diversifying export routes through multiple ports is a primary strategy for companies looking to insulate themselves from domestic rail network failures.
What happens next
Tshipi plans to initiate a transshipment project at the Port of Lüderitz, which will eventually enable the loading of larger vessels for global export.
Further reading
Learn more about the evolving Transportation sector and global logistics trends.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Mining Weekly.
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