According to the Kwa-Zulu Natal Department of Transport, the Umdloti weighbridge is currently undergoing renovations by the Public Works Department, which are due to be completed in June this year.

Umdloti RTI Principal Provincial Inspector, Vicky Singh, says the renovations affect the day to day running of the facility.

“No tare weights or abnormal verifications can be carried out during this period,” he said. “Motor licencing has also been informed accordingly. We can also expect possible delays in public queries due to the system being down,” he added.

Singh further explained that alternative arrangements have been made for control room duties. Staff have been advised to take contact details of callers and to apologise for the delay. The driver wellness programme will not be affected.