CTE supports PRASA to transport 1.7m passengers a day.

innovative rail transport solutions

Products & Capabilities

The CTE organisation provides innovative rail transport solutions to South Africa. These solutions are produced at our three manufacturing sites in South Africa. We have over time developed and continued to improve on our capabilities to deliver complex rolling stock projects and have through these capabilities successfully offered excellent services to our customers. CTE has also successfully overhauled, refurbished and upgraded a significant proportion of the existing passenger rail rolling stock at our Touws River and Nigel sites and our Engineering Services Division currently provides field support services in these two regions too. (Warranty repairs, commissioning and technical support) to PRASA’s staff.

System Integration
Advancing rolling stock engineering system integration

CTE has dedicated itself to advancing and refining its expertise in the intricate realm of rolling stock engineering system integration, with a particular focus on 10M5 and Shosholoza Meyl coaches. 

Modernisation
Revolutionising the Rail Industry through Modernisation
At CTE, we thrive in the art of refurbishing and upgrading rolling stock, extending their lifespan and minimising expenses. Our modernisation solutions elevate technology, interiors, and equipment.
General Overhauls
Unleashing Excellence Through Comprehensive Overhauls
Since 1998, CTE's factories in Nigel, Touwsriver, and Brackenfell have successfully completed over 2000 PRASA passenger vehicle overhauls.
Field Service Support
Empowering the Rail Industry with Field Service Support
Our highly trained staff located throughout South Africa offer excellent assistance in managing and preserving rolling stock, guaranteeing top-notch availability.

The CTE organisation provides innovative rail transport solutions to South Africa

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Commuter Transport Engineering

CTE has a reputation of consistently exceeding customer expectations on delivery and customer service. Thanks to the extensive experience of the key executives and managers of the company and its committed employees, CTE has a keen understanding of the dynamics of the Southern African rail industry and insight into the future progress and development of rail in South Africa.
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Corporate Social Initiatives

CTE has undertaken progressive social responsibility initiatives aimed at empowering the people where we operate, promoting active involvement in developing the community and fostering the overall wellbeing of the town and its people.