A significant extension (variation order) to the project was awarded to the Stefanutti Stocks Siyozimela joint venture that has worked on the construction of the Crossroads Taxi Rank.

The extension includes six barrel culvert extensions, a reinforced earth wall (RESA), an underpass, as well as construction of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Station modular storage units and various concrete structures. The general upgrade forms part of the Go Durban Rapid Bus Transfer (RBT) Network being undertaken on key routes in eThekwini and is valued around R180-million.

Siyozimela’s role and responsibilities at the joint venture include subcontractor appointment, subcontractor and supplier management, site budget strategies, site management, social investment, enterprise development involvement and local ward management.