voestalpine VAE SA (Pty) Ltd

Through the majority shareholding of locally established Mirai Rail Corporation and the Austrian based voestalpine AG –  voestalpine VAE SA (Pty) Ltd. (voestalpine VAE SA) is renowned as the approved and preferred supplier of permanent way materials and signalling solutions within South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. voestalpine VAE SA’s extensive product range caters for various sectors, including national railways, port operators, the mining industry, and private siding owners.

voestalpine VAE SA provides:  

  • Permanent Way Materials: Complete turnout and component solutions, various vignole and crane rail profiles, insulated rail joints, junction rails, wooden and steel sleepers. Material are either prescribed to the client or manufactured according to the client’s requirements.
  • Signalling Solutions: Condition monitoring systems, fixed asset infrastructure monitoring, and drive locking & detection systems.
  • Turnouts and Turnout Systems: High-quality turnouts and turnout systems for various rail profiles and track gauges. Turnouts are manufactured and supplied on concrete, steel or wooden bearers and can cater for specific locations and applications.

voestalpine VAE SA operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Johannesburg, specialising in turnouts and signalling and in Kimberley, focusing on rail and welding services. The company is dedicated to supplying the Sub-Saharan African region with superior quality railway products, adhering to ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 standards, stringent Health and Safety protocols and Railway Safety Regulator requirements.

voestalpine VAE SA’s comprehensive solutions are tailored for high-speed mainlines, urban traffic, heavy haul, mixed traffic, and the mining industry, both underground and surface operations. Our commitment to quality and reliability has made us the trusted partner for various railway applications across the region.

Beyond product supply, voestalpine VAE SA excels in providing complete solutions, encompassing site-specific designs, engineering support, manufacturing, pre-assembly, and installation assistance. This holistic approach ensures the success of our customers’ projects, enhancing efficiency and performance in their railway operations.

voestalpine VAE SA is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Our products are rigorously tested and certified, ensuring compliance with international standards and regulatory requirements. This commitment underscores our dedication to delivering excellence in every aspect of our operations and to be One Step Ahead.