Disclaimer
Transnet SOC Ltd (“Transnet”) welcomes you to its website. By viewing this website you acknowledge that you have read, understood and accepted the following disclaimers
All information provided on this site is based on information supplied by Transnet and other sources. It is intended only as an introduction and guide to Transnet’s business and range of available services. Even though Transnet uses its best judgment to compile information available on its website from reliable sources.
Transnet does not warrant or represent or undertake that:
The content is accurate or complete;
The content is up-to-date;
Transnet has a duty to update any content ;
Any projections, predictions, forecasts or other forward-looking statements relating to Transnet’s performance will be realised or achieved
The content is free from technical inaccuracies or typographical errors;
The content is free from changes caused by third parties; and
Your access to Transnet’s website will be free from interruptions, errors, computer viruses or other harmful components.
Transnet does not accept: any liability for any loss or damage, howsoever caused, which may directly or indirectly result from any view, opinion, information, representation admission or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, contained on this site, including direct or indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages. In other words, you use Transnet’s website at your own risk. Transnet reserves the right to amend or supplement the information supplied without prior notice. While Transnet believes the material disclosed is accurate as of the date posted, and may post new information from time to time, Transnet does not assume any obligation to update or correct such information and explicitly disclaims any duty to do so. While every endeavour has been made to supply accurate information, errors and omissions may occur and Transnet in no way guarantees that the information available on this site is complete, accurate or up-to-date in all cases.
Links
No information contained in any linked site has been prepared or provided by Transnet. Transnet shall not be responsible for, and makes no representations or warranties or undertakings concerning the contents, completeness or accuracy of any linked site or any link contained in a linked site to which this website may refer either directly or indirectly. Transnet does not assume any obligation to update or correct information contained in a linked site or any link contained in a linked site to which this website may refer either directly or indirectly and explicitly disclaims any duty to do so. Transnet provides links to you only as a convenience, and the inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, investigation, verification, any aid in the preparation or approval by Transnet of any information or statement contained in any such linked site. It also does not mean that Transnet is affiliated with the third party website’s owners or sponsors. Transnet reserves the right to terminate a link to a third party website at any time and without prior notice. In most cases, Transnet is not aware that a third party has linked to its website. If a third party links to Transnet’s website, it is not necessarily an indication of an endorsement, authorization, sponsorship, affiliation, joint venture or partnership by or with Transnet.
A website that links to Transnet’s website:
May not replicate Transnet’s content;
Should not create a browser, boarder environment or frame Transnet’s content;
Should not imply that Transnet is endorsing it or its services;
Should not misrepresent its relationship with Transnet;
Should not present false information about Transnet’s services and;
Should not contain content that could be construed as distasteful, offensive or controversial and should contain only content that is appropriate for all age groups.
Press Releases
Transnet’s website contains press releases about Transnet and developments concerning Transnet’s business. While press releases are believed to be accurate as of the date prepared and publicly disseminated, Transnet disclaims any duty or obligation to update the information contained in any press release. Information about companies other than Transnet in such press releases should not be relied upon as being provided or endorsed by Transnet. Transnet does not accept any liability for any loss or damage, howsoever caused, which may directly or indirectly result from any view, opinion, information, representation admission or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, contained on this site, including direct or indirect, special, incidental or consequential view, damages.
Intellectual Property
Transnet owns all copyright and all other intellectual property rights in and to this site. You may not copy or display for redistribution to third parties or for commercial purposes any portion of this site without Transnet’s express written permission.
Viruses
Transnet accepts no liability whatsoever arising out of the transfer of viruses or the unlawful tampering with the contents of this website.
Jurisdiction
This website is governed by, and is to be interpreted in accordance with, the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
General
The information contained on this website is for general purposes only and should not be construed and relied upon as legal, financial or any other professional advice. Transnet urges you to obtain independent professional advice in relation to any information on this website. Transnet does not accept any liability for any loss or damage, howsoever caused, which may directly or indirectly result from any view, opinion, information, representation admission or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, contained on this site, including direct or indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages.
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
On the 1st of July 2020, the President of South Africa proclaimed the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act or POPIA). The goal of the POPI Act is to protect data subjects from security breaches, theft, and discrimination.
As a state-owned company, Transnet employs “appropriate, reasonable technical and organizational measures” designed to prevent both unlawful access and the loss or damage of personal information, as required by Section 18 of the POPIA.
For a fully copy of the act, please click here
Transnet does not:
Provide or release names, website addresses or e-mail addresses of users to any third party without the user’s explicit permission.
Transnet uses user’s data to:
Direct content to fellows and users who are most likely to be interested in information about specific subject matter.
Measure website activity. Cookie technology helps Transnet determine which features and services are important to their audiences so that we may know where to direct ongoing development.
Transnet may occasionally advise users of new activities or website features.
Transnet occasionally may alert users electronically by e-mail to important surgical or medical information.
Transnet may offer services on a limited basis to demographically identified groups of users.
All email communications received by Transnet may be subject to monitoring. They may be recorded and retained.
Logos
All third party logos displayed on this website are used with the permission of the parties concerned, in accordance with their Guidance for Use policies.
Security
There are security issues involved when submitting personal or confidential information over an Internet connection. The decision to do so is at your discretion.
We attempt at all times to provide our users with a safe Internet browsing experience. However, there may be times when such security measures are beyond our control.
You are directly responsible for correct use, maintenance and security of your computer, network system, software applications and/or electronic files. Transnet is not liable for any damages to or loss of your computer, network system, software applications or electronic files due to inadequate security features, user error and/or failure to comply with recommended operating procedures and maintenance; nor is Transnet liable for any damages or loss due to Internet connection and/or service failures, problems, or damages caused by applications owned and maintained by a separate corporation or entity.