AA-011547-001 Project Implementation Support Unit (PISU) for the JETP South Africa Transnet Decarbonisation Framework Loan

Description

The overall objective of the Project Implementation Support Unit (PISU) is to assist Transnet to achieve the Operation’s objectives and to deliver under the Operation in an efficient, effective, coordinated and sustainable way. The specific objectives of the PISU are to support Transnet during project preparation and implementation of essential infrastructure investments (Schemes) financed by the EIB, while promoting investments in enabling public sector infrastructure, sustainable growth and action on energy, transport and logistics as well as climate change. By doing so, it is expected that the Schemes to be financed will achieve the highest possible compliance levels in terms of environmental and climate readiness, public procurement and technical soundness for the benefit of the country, its people and its environment. This Technical Assistance (TA) also aims to build internal capacity and the transfer of usable skills and expertise at Transnet as and if needed, ensure that the Schemes chosen and implemented promote road to rail modal shift, efficient ports, rail-friendly freight, green hydrogen initiatives that drive the transition to a sustainable, job creating green and connected economy for South Africa.