According to the information received from Transnet
1. Transnet and the Special Investigating Unit (“the SIU”) have applied to the High Court to set aside the contract but no judgement has yet been delivered. China North Rail was contracted to deliver 232 diesel locomotives but only delivered 22 locomotives - Transnet suspended the contract in December 2019. The suspension is not due to any technical failures but followed evidence of kickback agreements with Gupta entities overseas.
2. In the review application by Transnet and the SIU, Transnet is tendering the return of the 22 locomotives delivered by China North Rail. These locomotives were defective and were never taken into service by Transnet. Currently, Transnet is exploring all options to acquire as many locomotives as it can to meet the demand in the country.