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Transnet Limited Phase 2 Expansion: Port of Saldanha

Environmental Scoping Report

Prepared by the PDNA & SRK Joint Venture

ANNEXURE A – PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT INFORMATION




Appendix A1 NOTES OF PRE-APPLICATION AUTHORITIES MEETING

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE

PHASE 2 EXPANSION OF THE IRON ORE CHANNEL ON THE SISHEN-SALDANHA EXPORT CORRIDOR

Ref. Notes - Authorities Meeting 03 May 06 - 2006 05 15Page 1 of 4

NOTES OF DISCUSSION DURING THE SITE VISIT AND APPLICATIO N MEETING WITH

AUTHORITIES: PHASE 2 EXPANSION

Port of Saldanha Bulk Terminal Saldanha

11h00 – 14h00, 3 May 2006

1 Attendance

Name Organisation Telephone Fax E-mail Msimelelo Silomntu SAPO/Transnet 022 703 4958

083 419 4579 022 703 4958 [email protected]

Zain Jumai DEA&DP: Coastal management

021 483 2889 084 402 3030

021 483 4527 [email protected]

A. Matoti DEA&DP 021 483 2748 021 483 4372 [email protected] Xola Mkefe SANParks

(West Coast National Park)

082 661 8152 022 772 2607 [email protected]

Andrew Woghiren PDNA 012 349 1307 072 567 5812


Lyndon Metcalf NPA 022 701 4338 082 405 2811


Mosili Ntene DEAT 012 310 3031 012 720 3529 [email protected] Lungile Rengqe MCM - DEAT 021 402 3275 021 402 3009 [email protected] Max Clark HATCH [email protected] Sharon Jones SRK 021 659 3060 021 385 7105 [email protected] Paul de Ruyter SRK 021 659 3060 021 685 7105 [email protected] Introduction & Agenda AW outlined the purpose of the meeting and site visit as follows:

• Introduction to the project team and Transnet’s representatives; • An overview of Phase 2 of the expansion proposal focusing on the port side of the project

only; • Site visit around the iron ore handling terminal; • General discussion on potential issues and impacts; and • EIA process to be followed.

The above items formed the Agenda for the visit and discussions that ensued. Dredging Permit Lungile Rengqe: MCM representative noted the need for NPA to apply for the relevant dredging permits. She pointed out studies on the deposition sites for dredged material must be undertaken as part of this process. Information regarding what will be done with dredging material is also




required, and that legislation applicable to dumping may also need to be considered. There will be a need to include the identification of new dump sites for dredge spoil, especially if ongoing dredging is required. The dredging permit application will need to include analysis of sediment samples. Potential impacts of dredging and other marine works, which are a concern to the authorities include:

• Impacts on the marine environment (erosion and water circulation) particularly along the Langebaan lagoon area;

• Impacts on the benthic environment; and • Beach erosion currently experienced at Langebaan, which is thought to have resulted

from the previous extension of the berth. Studies undertaken by the CSIR to determine the impact on the bay must be considered.

Project Alternatives Max Clark explained the various alternatives under consideration, which relate mainly to the positioning of the additional stockpiles. He noted the advantage and opportunity of assessing the alternatives early on during the EIA and Project Design Phase, since the EIA could inform the final decision on the most sustainable alternative. There was a discussion of the various alternatives thereafter, and the question as to which was the most preferred alternative was raised by AM of (DEADP). This question is difficult to answer at this stage as detailed feasibility studies are still in progress. The scope of the rail line was discussed in broad outlines, however it was noted that there was a proposal to conduct this study as a separate EIA due to the fact that the information available on this aspect was still limited. However the broad alternatives are:

• Doubling of the entire railway line; and • Extension of all the existing loops along the railway line.

It was noted that all alternatives, included in the process, need to be reasonable. A comparison of the tradeoffs between various alternatives also needs to be provided. Questions A number of questions raised by the authorities during discussions, for which answers need to be provided include:

• Why wasn’t the extension of the berth towards the west considered as an option? • Why was the positioning of the additional berths adjacent to the (north) stockpile area not

considered as an alternative to extending the quay? • What alternatives were considered during the Phase 1A EIA, and were these fairly similar

to the alternatives currently under consideration? • What were the sensitivities associated with the dunes, and how were the sensitivities

determined? Was a specialist study undertaken for an assessment of the dunes? What is the current conservation value on the dunes? What is the size of the dune area that would be affected? The dunes have historically been regarded as sensitive. – LM noted




that the area has been considered sensitive due to its connection with the greater dune system in the area. However, no study has confirmed this.

• What is the current status of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project, especially vis-à-vis the long term planning of the port? – LM noted that it is currently not being considered as it has been indefinitely postponed, and is not considered to be an issue in terms of the port’s current planning. There is more flexibility in terms of the LNG project, compared to the expansion of the terminal. The port master plan is due to be released in June 2006.

• Why are the trains not covered? • What is the volume of dust generated per train load?

EIA process The EIA team explained that there were essentially two components to the project: the port upgrade and the rail upgrade. A single application was submitted to the National and Provincial environmental departments on 13 march 2006 for both components. Information regarding the proposed rail upgrade is not currently available, and a discussion regarding the possibility of separating the two aspects, and undertaking separation EIA processes for these two was discussed. It was, however, made clear that without approval of both aspects, the upgrade would not go ahead. The question was asked as to what extent the rail study could be separated from the port study. Is it possible for the study to be undertaken as separate processes? It appears this was done for the Phase 1A application. The risk of one EIA process delaying the other was discussed. DEA&DP noted that they were generally not in favour of issuing incremental authorisations. They would prefer a holistic assessment of the entire project. DEAT indicated that they were two separate listed activities, and the authorities would not be able to dictate whether or not they are submitted as a single or separate applications. Either way would be suitable, and the applicant would need to decide, but needs to be aware of the risks. If they are separated, ideally all should be made aware of both processes, and where possible, the same authority representatives should be involved with both applications. MC noted that it would probably be necessary to compile a summary report that focuses on the cumulative impact of the two EIA studies, such that the authorities are in a position to assess the project on its full merits and significance. In summary the options to be followed in the EIA process are:

1. To apply for authorisation for the rail and the port expansion separately, i.e. conducting the studies as 2 separate EIAs, with 2 RODs, etc.

2. To conduct the studies as 2 separate processes under one application. Alternatives MC asked whether the authorities felt there were sufficient alternatives under consideration. - The layout depends on land availability hence, the alternatives are limited. Detailed designed will determine what other alternatives are open for consideration, within the main alternatives.




Public Meetings MC asked whether the authorities were in favour of or would insist on public meetings, and what their general views in this regard were. During the discussion that followed, the following points were made:

• Transparency and fairness is important, and public meetings are a means to ensure that this is achieved;

• Participation differs from consultation. The former is more passive, while the latter gives the public an opportunity to be heard, taking their concerns/issues into account;

• The choice to use public meetings should be based on the consultant’s judgement, as it depends on the scale of the project. An analysis of the targeted audience will give a better indication as to the best public involvement tool to employ;

• Public meetings or Focus Group Meetings can serve as a cushion to identify public concerns early in the process. They should aim to be interactive, rather than simply informative. It should also be noted that it is the public’s right to participate in the EIA process;

• The EIA process should be open, giving everyone an opportunity to participate; and • AW noted that an open day held prior to a public meeting has often proved very

successful on other projects, and this formula could be implemented as the need arises. Compiled by Sharon Jones, SRK Consulting, 15 May 2006




Appendix A2 LIST OF IAPS ON THE STAKEHOLDER DATABASE

Environmental Impact Assessment for the PROPOSED PHASE 2 EXPANSION OF THE TRANSNET IRON ORE HANDLING FACILITY, SALDANHA

List of Interested and Affected Parties

January 2007

Name Capacity Organisation

Le Grange, Alta Takbestuurder Absa Saldanha

Roux, Gerhard Takbestuurder Absa Vredenburg

Sheldon, Mr. B.L. Councillor ACDP-Proportional

Koch, Frans Voorsitter Afrikaanse Sakekamer Borslap, Steve AFROX Limited

Van Huyssteen, A Partner Alistair Morrison van Huyssteen

Allen, C.L. Allen Real Estate

Dollman, Quentin Commercial Manager Alpha Limited

Van Rensburg, Jan Alstaff (Saldanha)

De Bruin, Josias ANC

Fransman, Monica ANC

Moss, Linda ANC Woman's League

Clark, Barry Anchor Environmental Consultants

De Beer, O Executive Mayor ANC-Proportional

De Bruyn, Adele ANC-Proportional

Coetzee, A Councillor ANC-Ward 11

Abdol, R.K. ANC-Ward 12

Skei, Mr. J. Councillor ANC-Ward 2

De Beer, Ms. J.J. Councillor ANC-Ward 9

Farina, K. Andre Moolman Inc. Attorneys

Bronkhorst, Helen Animal Group Alliance

Heineken, C. Aquaculture Technical Services

Rix, Willie Artisan Services and Engineers

Genis, E. Bavaria Haus B&B

Eksteen, Willem BBBEE Forum

Kruger, Dennis Belt & Supply Services

Bester, Mr P.J. Blomfontein Farm

Wicht, Johan Secretary Blouwaterbaai Property Owners Association

Kleyn, Johan Blouwaterbaai-vakansieoord

Wicht, Andre Director Blue Bay Lodge

Van Den Berg, A.J. Bokomo

Brink, Abraham Vise Chairman Botanical Society of SA - West Coast

Steyn, Naude Botanical Society, West Coast Branch

Gibson, Brian Brian Gibson Issue Management

van Willingh, Justin Bru-Sons BK Earthworks cc

Lee, Ivor Business Chambers

Link, Joshua c/o SAEP

Pillay, Ravi CAPCO - Air Quality Management

Yeld, John Environment Writer Cape Argus

Head, Vernon Mr. Chairman Cape Bird Club

Blaauw, Kathleen Cape Global

Geland, Christabel Cape Nature

Ralston, Sam Cape Nature (Scientific Services)

Community Dairy Cape Talk 567

Halvorsen, Martin Director Cape West Coast Biosphere Company

Duckitt, Mark Observer Cape west Coast Biosphere Company

Walsh, Jimmy Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve

Haarhoff, Pippa Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve

Loebenberg, Nicole Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve

The Directors Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve


Carstens, A Cartol Vis

Koperski, Karl Education Officer Castle of Good Hope- William Fehr Collection

Mudge, Nigel Chiltern Farms

Ms Pat Titmuss Environmental Officer (Blaauwberg Region) City of Cape Town

Crouse City of Port Elizabeth

Kushner, Lorraine Club Mykanos Home Owner

Calothi, Phil Marketing Manager Club Mykonos

Gomez, Christopher Communications Manager

Goodwin, Jaco Conradie Goodwin & Associates

Whitelaw, Dave Conservation Committee of the Bird Club

Reynolds, Charles Corporate Management Associates

Scott, Gregory Atmospheric Scientist CSIR

Moes, J CSIR

Steyn, S.J.E. Councillor DA- Ward 10

Smith, L.J. Councillor DA-Proportional

Truter, J.J.A Darling Municipality

Snyders, Ms. R.R. Councillor DA-Ward 3

Cilliè, Mr. J.J. Councillor DA-Ward 5

Koen, M Councillor DA-Ward 6

Steyn, L. Councillor DA-Ward 8

Zumat, Mr. Zain DEA&DP: Coastal Management

Matoti, Ayanda DEA&DP: Environmental Management

Naude, Francois Assistant Director DEA&DP

MacKenzie, Shadley Air Quality Management DEA&DP

Wingrove, Heinrich Air Quality Management DEA&DP

Le Roux, Shawn Air Quality Management DEA&DP

Lutsch, Wilma Director, Biodiversity Conservation DEAT

Lloyd, Martin DEAT

Ntene, Mosili DEAT

Rengqe, Lungile DEAT: Marine and Coastal Management

Pieterson, Yazeed DEAT: Marine and Coastal Management

Camp, Ronel Department of Correctional Services

Truter, FC Department of Correctional Services

Heath, B. Department of Education

Levirad, B Department of Land Affairs

Twalo, Vincent Acting Director of Mineral Development Department of Minerals and Energy

Paul Hardcastle Assistant Director DEA&DP

Samie, Kooben DEAT

Anderson, R. Sea Fisheries Dept of Economic Development and Tourism

Jansen, David Dept of Economic Development and Tourism

Fourie, Wynand Director: Environmental Impact Management

Dept of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Cowan, Geoff Dept of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Malan, Niel Dept of Environmental Affairs and Tourism MCM

Starke, Lars Dept of Transport

Kloppers, Wilna Dept of Water Affairs and Forestry

Martheze, Dru Deputy Director Dept Transport & Public Works: Roads

Silbernagl, Wally Dept. Transport & Public Works: Roads

Jumat, Mogamat Zain Deputy Director, Coastal Management

The Manager Development Action Group

Kolwer, Stefan Die Weslander

Van Biljoen, Marcelle Duferco Steel Processing

Baird, Mark Ecoserve

Everett, D.J. EFR Services

Benton, M.L. Elton Builders and Plumbers

Fatuse, Headman Elukuselweni Transport


Jan Giliomee Chairman EMC

Marcus, R. Environmental Law Association

Kazie, Altaaf Reporter e-TV

Barendse, Azeret Assistant Manager Expert Forge

Eysvogel, B. Fabrinox

Beyers, Danie Fabrinox

Leek, Rodney Fairest Cape Association

Ackers, Niel FAWU

Adams, Peter FAWU

Maarman, W. FAWU

Bester, Claudia FAWU

Koenana, Katriena FAWU

September, Mathilda FAWU

The Manager First National Bank

Malherbe, Jehan FORM BLOODSTOCK

Baker, David Friends of Paarden Eiland Wetland

Appies, E.C. Gemeenskapsontwikkelingsforum

Fedorsky, Catherine GEO Environmental Consulting

Law, Kay Glenfinnan Guest House

Collinson, Abby Government Publications Dept.

Roux, Marie-Lou Habitat Council

Mackay, Tessa HATCH

Nel, Ben HATCH

Wessels, F.H. Hatch SA

Theron, Gert HBH Engineering

Heher, D Heher Consult

September, Bewin Heritage Western Cape

Munro, Rob High Energy Water Sport

Plaatjies, A. Housing Subcommittee Forum

Moss, Justice Vice Chairperson Housing Subcommittee of Community Forum

De Jager, J. ICM

Cloete, Mr. I. Councillor ID-Proportional

Plaatjies, P.D. ID-Proportional

Swartz, Mr. J.J. Councillor ID-Proportional

De Wee, J. Executive Deputy Mayor ID-Proportional

De Vries, Bert Iliso Consulting (Pty) Ltd

Van Niekerk, Willie Infotox

Laubscher, J.C. Iscor

Van Schalkwyk, J. Jacobs & Partners

Ferreira, Jan Die Voorsitter Jacobsbaai Belasting Vereniging

Van den Berg, Johnny JAD Sales & Services

Kriel, P. Jan S de Cilliers & Son

Nel, Jan JCH

Watson, G. John Thompson Africa

Heydenrych, S. Kings & Sons

De Kock, J.A. Kommodoor

Chhagan, Ramesh Manager Kumba Resources

Mafenuka, Siyabulela Secretary Kwaqal'ukulunga Project

Boshoff Skoolhoof Laerskool Saldanha

Van Zyl, Irma District Sales Manager Lafarge

Koch, C. Lagoon Builders

van den Berg, Coenraad J. Voorsitter Langebaan Bel.betalers & Inwoners Vereniging

Ferguson, S. Langebaan Business Chamber

Stadsklerk Langebaan Municipality

Thomas, A Langebaan Municipality

Marais, P.B. Langebaan Municipality


Smith, S. Langebaan Municipality

Marais, J. Langebaan Municipality

The Chairman Langebaan Ratepayers Association

Stromsoe, E. Langebaan Ratepayers Association

The Chairman Langebaan Sakekamer

The Manager Langebaan Tourism Bureau

Banks, C. Longacres

The Manager Louis Karol Architects

Kordom, Ella Louwville Public Library

Soares, M. Lusitania Sea Products

McCloud, Fiona Environmental Reporter Mail & Guardian

Vin Toll, Mr Wolf-Ruediger MAN Ferrostaal

Lawrence, Raphael Mandla Holdings

Esterhuizen, N. Maradonna Estate

Tracy Franz MCG Properties

MCG Properties MCG Properties

Ramatlakane, L. MEC Ministry of Community Safety

Fraser-Moleketi, G.J. Minister Ministry of Welfare and Population

Manuel, Gerswain A. Acting Environmental Manager Mittal Steel Saldanha

Tosen, G.R. Monitoring Committee

Louw, F. N.P.

McComb, Steve Namakwa Sands

Longden-Thurgood, Michael Environment Corresponding Member NANA WC Branch Committee

Davis, G. National Botanical Institute

De Bryun, Adele Administrator National Party

Ms Miriam Tenyane Environmental Manager: National Ports Auth National Ports Authority

Metcalfe, Lyndon National Ports Authority

Cole, B. North Sails (Pty) Ltd

Talmakkies, Alida Northern Spark Trading (Pty) Ltd

Ruthenavelu, Magenthran Manager, Port Infrastructure NPA

Swanepoel, Attie NPA

Moss, M. NUMSA

Welman, R. NUMSA

Boonzaaier, Errol PAWC Ambulance Service Vredenburg

Palmer, N.G. PAWC Cape Nature Conservation

Director General Directorate Planning Services PAWC Department of Housing

Carstens, S. PAWC Planning Department

Hanks, J. Peace Parks Foundation

General Manager Perishable Products Export Board

Naude, Gerhard PetroSA

Ross, Stephen PetroSA

Schreuder, L & W PG Glass

Kedzieja, Marek DEA&DP

Finch, Afzal Commercial Manager Phuthuma Projects

Wilson, Kevin Bestuurder Pick'nPay

Zimri, Vicky Plek Plan Manager West Coast

Smith, P. Media Advertiser Portnet

Slabbert, M.J. Port Health Officer Portnet

Van Schalkwyk, C. Portnet

Jacobs, H.C. Portnet

Beucker, W. Prokura Diesel Services

Mouton, J. Protekon

Zietsman, Paul Consulting Services Manager Protekon

Greener, M Protekon

Smit, W. Planning Prov. Admin. of the Western Cape

Platzky, Laurine Premier Provincial Government of Western Cape


The Manager Ramsar Convention Bureau

Abdol, B. Chairperson Ratepayers Association and Sports Aviation

Larry Eichstadt Specialist: Water, Effluent and Waste Resource Management Services

Engledow, SallyAnne Resource Management Services

Martin, R. Richard Martin Consulting

Van Rooyen, F. S A Chemical Workers Association

Gallienne, F. S A Footplate Association

Geldenhuys, N. S A National Parks

Turnbull, M S.I.A.

Van der Walt, Kobus Regional Manager SA National Roads Agency Limited: Western

Van Rooyen, M. SAA RDP

Kruger, Andrè Chairperson Saldanha Bay & Langebaan Tourism

Kotze, Jaco Saldanha Bay and Langebaan Tourism

Majola, T.R. Councillor Ward 1 Saldanha Bay Council

Snyders, D.W. Councillor Ward 4 Saldanha Bay Council

Stoffels, Johanna Executive Mayor Saldanha Bay Council

Scheepers, Mr Louis Saldanha Bay Local Municipality

Mgoqi, Vivid Councillor Saldanha Bay Local Municipality

Uys, Jannie Councillor Saldanha Bay Local Municipality

Visser, Daan Spatial Planning and Development Saldanha Bay Municipality

Snyders, Hendrick Executive Director Social Development Saldanha Bay Municipality

Fabricius, Piet Health Services Saldanha Bay Municipality

Fernandes, J.G. Saldanha Bay Sea Farms (Pty) Ltd

Clemitson, Graeme Saldanha Bay Trading cc

Van Wyk, Christo Saldanha Bay Water Quality Trust

De Bruin, E. Saldanha Civic Association

Appies, L. Saldanha Development Program

Silverman, A. Managing Director Saldanha Group

Biko, Simon Raadslid Saldanha Plaaslike Munisipaliteit

Cillie, Jan Raadslid Saldanha Plaaslike Munisipaliteit

Bester, Inus Raadslid Saldanha Plaaslike Munisipaliteit

Hein, Avril Raadslid Saldanha Plaaslike Munisipaliteit

Vraagom, C. Saldanha RDP

Mr Siegfried Spanig Environmental Officer Saldanha Steel

Holmes, A. Saldanha Steel

Fourie, Mr. Johan Saldanha Steel

Smith, Bernard Saldanha Steel (Pty) Ltd

Fourie, M. Saldanha Steel (Pty) Ltd

Van Zyl, G. A Saldanha Toerisme Buro

Ratte, T. Salmon Salar Sea Farming (Pty) Ltd

Bacon, B. & Coultas, J. SANCCOB

Hendricks, Howard SANParks

Burger, A.J. SAP Waterliving Police

Geldenhuys, Steenkamp & Van As, Insp. SAPD POE Saldanha

van Litzenborg, J. SAPD Vredenburg

Butcher, Craig Projects Engineer SAPO

Naidoo, Kris Project Manager SAPO

Jacobs, Henry SAPO

Silomntu, Msimelelo SAPO

Dickinson, Harry Projects Manager SAPO HQ

Strydom, Nic SAPO-BTS

Lebese, Tsholofelo SAPO-MPT

Lochner, Ernst Kaptein SAS Saldanha

The Manager SAS Saldanha Nature Reserve

Probyn, T.A. Sea Fisheries Research Institute

Esau, Ervin Operations Executive Sea Harvest Corporation


Hickley, Frank Sea Harvest Corporation

Terblanche, H. Sea Harvest Corporation

Donaldson, V. SEF

Nel, Guillaume SEF

Roberts, H.L. SFF Association

Coetzee, P. SFF Association

Jacobs, A. SFF Association

Botha, G. SFF Association

Brand, H. SFF Association

Du Toit, W. SFF Association

Murray, D. Smit Pentow Marine

Tonin, T. Snoek Wholesalers

Mkefe, Xola Park Manager - West Coast National Park South African National Parks

De Kock, Gary Park Manager South African National Parks

De Kock, René Statutory Control South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL)

Gowan, Mr. Geoff Deputy Director South African Wetlands Conservation Programme

Terblanche, M. Southby Bihl Detert & Slade

Campbell, C. SPH Contracting

Petter-Bower, J. SPH Contracting

Butler, M. & Ruitenbach A.J. Marketing Manager Spoornet

Julyan, Andrew Spoornet

Louw, M.W. Spoornet

Jansen, E. Spoornet

Engelbrecht, Gert St Helena Bay Fishing

Van Schalkwyk, G.H. St. Andrews Primary

Naidoo, Keresha Stewart Scott International

Britten, Ian Stewart Scott International

Duiker, Wermond Branch Manager & Site Agent Strategic HR Services

Linde, M.D. Suid-Afrikaanse Polisiediens

Lewack, P. Super Save Development Trust

Ruscoe, W. Taurus Saldanha Seaweed (Pty) Ltd

Klaase, G. Telkom Union

Gosling, Melanie Environmental Reporter The Cape Times

Duncan, K. Thompson & Van Eck

Verster, Milla Toerisme

Basson, R.J Transnet

Manual, S.C.N. Act Chairman Transnet Allied Transport Union

Pieters, Andre Transnet Projects

Minnaar, Christo Transnet Projects

De Bruin, G. Transport General Workers Union

Mbanze, Mr. F.F.B Councillor UIF-Proportional

Dyssel, Michael UWC Dept Geography & Environmental Studies

Van Der Merwe, A.S. VDM Vervoer

Schrauwen, Y. Velddrift Salt Company

Cloete, John Vital Connection Saldanha

Loubser, Klaas Vredenburg Farmers Association

Vermeulen, J.M. Vredenburg Public Library

Apples, E. Vredenburg RDP Forum - Housing

The Chairman Vredenburg Sakekamer

Heynes, Kathleen Vroue Netwerk

De Klerk, J.P. Stadsklerk Weskus Skiereiland Oorgangsraad

Bridgman, D. Wesgro

Hein, R. Wesgro

Burger, Boy Voorsitter Weskus Distriksraad

Du Plessis, A. Hoof Menslike hulpbronne Weskus Skiereiland Oorgangsraad

Julies, Japie Protection Services Weskus Skiereiland Oorgangsraad


Victor, M.J. Town Engineer Weskus Skiereiland Oorgangsraad

Liebenberg, D.J. Weskus Streeksontwikkelings Vereniging

Meissenheimer, H.D. Weslander

Cloete, N.H. Skoolhoof Weson Sekondêr

Harrison, Keith West Coast Bird Club

van Zyl, Gert West Coast Business Development Centre

Moodaley, Morgan West Coast District Council

Rode, B. West Coast District Council

Rabbets, Wessel West Coast District Municipality

Spenceley, Jessie West Coast Eco and West Coast Bird Club

Donaggi, R. West Coast Fishing Association

The Park Manager West Coast Fossil Park

West Coast Hazardous Waste Action Group West Coast Hazardous Waste Action Group

Moors, Jenny Manager West Coast Industries

Maarman, C. Local Council Manager West Coast Peninsula RDP Forum

Thorne, N. Paternoster Chairperson West Coast Peninsula RDP Forum

Swartz, E. St. Helena Chairperson West Coast Peninsula RDP Forum

The Manager West Coast Peninsula Tourism Bureau

Du Plessis, K Monitoring Committee West Coast Regional Council

Potgieter, Erna West Coast Travel

The Chairperson Wildlife & Environmental Society

Gubb, Mr Andy Wildlife and Environmental Society of SA

Kvalsvig, SD Winstanley & Cullinan Inc.

Rosandt, Joseph Director Workforce

Slabbert, Fred Director Workforce Group

Retief, Marius Branch Manager Workforce Group

Visser, Kobus Wouter Engelbrecht (Pty) Ltd

Nell, Marie WPVV Saldanha

Batten, T. The Secretary WUSA (Saldanha)

The Manager WWF-SA

Exley, John Xmeco

Rothenburg, Mike

Jones, J.K.

Moller, C.S. Chief Directorate Planning

Louis, J.

Salamon, Jerrold

Ismail, Mogammad Shaakir

Kell, P.

Davies, Ron

Engelbrecht, Joey

Swart, CN

Cannone, AJ Dr

Carruthers, HG

Mackenzie, Binks

Steyn, WC

Matthee, James

Werz, Bruno Dr.

Cobby, J.

Spocter, Manfred

Carnegie, Alan

Abdul, B.L.A.

Van Niekerk, Gideon

Griffiths, Cecil

Arendse, Wilfred

Nick Helme Specialist: Vegetation and Rehabilitation

Morkel, Paul


Annandale, Gert & Anneleen

Rhoda, Bazil

Steenkamp, Hennie

Turi

Arendze, W. Community Leader

Stander, M.P.H. Landdros

Freemantle, M.P. Monitoring Committee

Visagie, L. Posmeester

Manuel, G.N. The Secretary

Cordom, Shane

Schultz, Victor

Lahey, A.

Williams, A.

Lohrentz, Gene

Gross, H.

Botha, Marie

Reed, Mauritz

Anderson

Schouten, Carel

Morris, Dave

Esser, Hans

Wessels, J.

Simpson, James R.A.

Erasmus, Pierre

Zulu, Simon

Strydom, DB

Davids, L.

Rumble, Z

Stewart, Heather

Van Der Spuy, S.A.

Andries, R.J.

Sinnot, K.

Kent, Pat

Strachan, Sylvia

Simpson, Ron




Appendix A3 BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT AND COVER LETTER

of 2 SRK/PDNA Ref. 05035 (364470) DEAT Application Number: 12/12/20/806 31 July 2006 Dear Stakeholder NOTICE: INITIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT PROCESS FOR PROPOSED

PHASE 2 EXPANSION OF TRANSNET’S IRON ORE HANDLING FACILITY, SALDANHA Due to the increase in international demand for iron ore, Transnet Limited has identified the need to further expand the capacity of its bulk iron ore handling facility, at the Port of Saldanha, from 45 to 93 million tonnes per annum. SRK Consulting and P.D. Naidoo & Associates (Pty) Ltd have been jointly appointed to undertake the required Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for Phase 2 of the proposed expansion of the Saldanha Iron Ore Terminal from 45 to 93 million tones per annum. Notice is given in terms of Regulation 4(6) of the Regulations published in Government Notice No. R1183 under Section 26 of the Environment Conservation Act, 1989 (Act No. 73 of 1989), of the intent to carry out the following activities, as Phase 2 of the expansion: � Upgrades to Salkor Rail Yard, located 5 km north of the port. � Upgrades to the Ports iron ore handling infrastructure with 3 alternative footprint areas being considered to

locate the additional infrastructure: � 1: Southward expansion, requiring reclamation of approximately 50 ha of the bay; � 2: Northward expansion of approximately 36 ha into undeveloped dune area; � 3: Eastward expansion of approximately 55 ha into the reclamation dam area.

Further details of the proposed activity are provided in the background information document that has been sent with this letter. If you would like to comment on the proposed upgrade please contact: Paul de Ruyter, of SRK Consulting on (021) 659 3088 (tel.), (021) 685 7105 (fax) or email [email protected] by 1 September 2006. Should you prefer a copy of the attached BID in Xhosa please request your preference by either fax or e-mail and a copy will be forwarded to you. The following Public Open House Forums will be held in order to provide information on the proposed upgrade, and allow any interested and affected parties to comment. Project team members will be available in the period indicated below and interested parties are invited to attend at any time within this period.

VENUE DATE TIME

Langebaan Library, Cnr Oostewal & Bree Street 15 August 2006 12h00 – 18h30 Saldanha Protea Hotel, 51 Main Road 16 August 2006 12h00 – 18h30 Vredenburg High School Hall, Skoolstraat 17 August 2006 14 h30 – 19h00 Yours sincerely

Paul de Ruyter SRK/PDNA Joint Venture

Bladsy 1 of 2 SRK/PDNA Verw. 05035 (364470) Omgewingsake Aansoeknommer: 12/12/20/806 31 Julie 2006 Geagte Belanghebbende

KENNISGEWING: AANVANG VAN OMGEWINGSIMPAKSTUDIE VIR DIE VOORGESTELDE FASE 2-UITBREIDING VAN TRANSNET SE YSTERERTSHANTERINGSGERIEWE, SALDANHA

Vanweë ’n styging in internasionale aanvraag na ystererts, het Transnet Limited besluit om die huidige ystererts-uitvoerkapasiteit van die Saldanha Hawe op te stoot van 45 tot 93 miljoen ton per jaar. SRK Raadgewers en P.D. Naidoo & Associates (Edms) Bpk is saam aangestel om die vereiste Omgewingsimpakstudie (OIS) vir hierdie Fase 2-uitbreiding te onderneem

Kennis word gegee ingevolge Regulasie 4(6) van die OIS-regulasies, uitgevaardig in Staatskoerant No. R1183 onder Artikel 26 van die Wet op Omgewingsbewaring (Wet No. 73 van 1989), van die voorneme om die volgende aktiwiteite as deel van die Fase 2-uitbreiding uit te voer: � Verbetering van die Salkor Spoorwegwerf, 5 km noord van die ysterertsterminus. � Verbetering van die hawe se ysterertshanteringsinfrastruktuur, waarvoor daar 3 moontlike liggingsopsies vir die

nuwe infrastruktuur oorweeg word: � 1: Suidwaartse uitbreiding, waarvoor ongeveer 50 ha van die baai drooggelê sal moet word; � 2: Noordwaartse uitbreiding binne ongeveer 36 ha onontwikkelde duingebied; � 3: Ooswaartse uitbreiding waavoor ongeveer 55 ha drooggelê sal moet word.

Verdere besonderhede in verband met die voorgestelde aktiwiteite word in die Agtergrondinligtingsdokument, wat hierdie brief vergesel, verskaf. Indien u kommentaar wil lewer op die voorgestelde uitbreiding, tree asseblief in verbinding met: Paul de Ruyter van SRK Raadgewers by (021) 659 3088 (tel.), (021) 685 7105 (faks) of e-pos: [email protected] voor 1 September 2006. Opedae sal gehou word om inligting oor die voorgestelde uitbreiding beskikbaar te stel en om belanghebbers die geleentheid te bied om kommentaar te lewer. Lede van die projekspan sal teenwoordig wees en belanghebbendes word genooi om die opedae by te woon tussen die tye hieronder aangedui.

PLEK DATUM TYD Langebaan Biblioteek, h/v Oostewal- & Breëstraat 15 Au gustus 2006 12h00 – 18h30 Saldanha Protea Hotel, Hoofstraat 51 16 Augustus 20 06 12h00 – 18h30 Hoërskool Vredenburg skoolsaal, Skoolstraat 17 Augustus 2006 14h30 – 19h00 Vriendelik die uwe

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