For the past 15 years, Linda has owned a Guest House in Humerail. Linda estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R3000.00 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Linda's asset is estimated to be: R100000.00. Linda has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "The fine dust blows directly onto our guest house and leaves a lot of … [Read more...] about Linda on the Manganese Ore
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Dave on the Manganese Ore
For the past 11 years, Dave has owned a Private Residence in Summerstrand. Dave estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R100 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Dave's asset is estimated to be: R1000. Dave has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "We are tired of everything being coated in a fine black dust" See … [Read more...] about Dave on the Manganese Ore
Mike on the Manganese Ore
For the past 1 years, Mike has owned a Private Residence in Lorraine. Mike estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R NIL per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Mike's asset is estimated to be: R NIL. Mike has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "From my own experience Richmond Hill seems a bit far for it to be affected by … [Read more...] about Mike on the Manganese Ore
Cathy on the Manganese Ore
For the past 21 years, Cathy has owned a Private Residence in Humewood. Cathy estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R500.00 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Cathy's asset is estimated to be: R3000.00. Cathy has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "It’s a health hazard. Our balcony and floors as well as … [Read more...] about Cathy on the Manganese Ore
Andrew on the Manganese Ore
For the past 5 years, Andrew has owned a Private Residence in Richmond hill. Andrew estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R1500 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Andrew's asset is estimated to be: R300. Andrew has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "Because its affecting my health and my house needs to be painted … [Read more...] about Andrew on the Manganese Ore
Antonio on the Manganese Ore
For the past 15 years, Antonio has owned a Private Residence in Richmond Hill. Antonio estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R1000 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Antonio's asset is estimated to be: R180000. Antonio has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "To protect the health of the residents of Port Elizabeth … [Read more...] about Antonio on the Manganese Ore
Isak on the Manganese Ore
For the past 10 years, Isak has owned a Private Residence in South End. Isak estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R300 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Isak's asset is estimated to be: R20000. Isak has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "We live direclty above the harbour. On a daily basis we clean the black … [Read more...] about Isak on the Manganese Ore
Ursula on the Manganese Ore
For the past 10 years, URSULA has owned a Commercial Property in 22 Mount Road. URSULA estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R1500.00 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of URSULA's asset is estimated to be: Not sure. URSULA has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "We have a pub and grub and the black dust is on … [Read more...] about Ursula on the Manganese Ore
Kyle on the Manganese Ore
For the past 7 years, Kyle has owned a Ship in 92 Water Road Walmer. Kyle estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R1526 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Kyle's asset is estimated to be: R1500. Kyle has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "Because it is unsightly and unhealthy and is a major deterrent to tourism and … [Read more...] about Kyle on the Manganese Ore
Patrick on the Manganese Ore
For the past 20 years, Patrick Beresford has owned a Private Residence in 32 Mill Park Rd. Patrick Beresford estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of RR500 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Patrick Beresford's asset is estimated to be: RR20000 for repainting. Patrick Beresford has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; … [Read more...] about Patrick on the Manganese Ore
For the Record – Transnet’s 5 Point Plan for PE Manganese Terminal Relocation
With reference to Point number 5 below MyPE can report that the first engagement with key stakeholders took place on Tuesday 1 February 2018 at the Algoa Bay Yacht Club in the Port of Port Elizabeth. Discussions were 'robust, fruitful and engaging' with TNPA actively seeking solutions to the manganese ore dust problem from stakeholders. Suggestions ranged from increased damping, to moving immediately to simple ideas such as large 'shadecloth type nets' covering the open holds of ships whilst … [Read more...] about For the Record – Transnet’s 5 Point Plan for PE Manganese Terminal Relocation
So, How Many Times has TNPA Promised to Move the Manganese Ore Terminal?
From the date that the Manganese Ore Terminal was established in the Port of Port Elizabeth, irate citizens have made calls for it to be moved to another less densely populated tourist area. Of course the win would be for the entire facility to be moved to a covered one somewhere far far away... Working on the assumption that the TNPA (Transnet National Ports Authority) and it's minions might have difficulty driving a Search Query on Google to find out how many broken promises have been made … [Read more...] about So, How Many Times has TNPA Promised to Move the Manganese Ore Terminal?
Josef S. on the Manganese Ore
For the past 20 years, Josef has owned a Yacht in South End. Josef estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R200 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of josef's asset is estimated to be: R100000. Josef has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "No comment. This operation is in the first place criminal and illegal" See … [Read more...] about Josef S. on the Manganese Ore
Sparky B. on the Manganese Ore
For the past 5 years, Sparky has owned a car in which he commutes to the Port in. Sparky estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R1000 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Sparky's asset is estimated to be: R18000. Sparky has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "It effects residents, visitors and workers in surrounding … [Read more...] about Sparky B. on the Manganese Ore
Cindy G. on the Manganese Ore
For the past 13 years, Cindy has owned a Private Residence in 7 Wychwood ave. Cindy estimates the additional monthly maintenance and cleaning costs on this asset, as the result of the manganese ore, to be in the region of R1000.00 per month. The cost of accelerated wear and tear over the life of Cindy's asset is estimated to be: RInsurmountable!. Cindy has this to say about the Manganese Ore pollution from the Port of Port Elizabeth; "The ore dust permeates everywhere! The tanks are an … [Read more...] about Cindy G. on the Manganese Ore
