Vale is set to release earnings Oct. 27 after the close of regular trading.

The higher production comes despite an 18% fall in spot prices of iron ore over the September quarter.

“Parties are still engaging,” Transnet spokeswoman Ayanda Shezi said in a reply to questions.

“Parties are still engaging,” Transnet spokeswoman Ayanda Shezi said in a reply to questions.

“Parties are still engaging,” Transnet spokeswoman Ayanda Shezi said in a reply to questions.

“Parties are still engaging,” Transnet spokeswoman Ayanda Shezi said in a reply to questions.

“Parties are still engaging,” Transnet spokeswoman Ayanda Shezi said in a reply to questions.

Hoa Phat Group produced over 6 million tonnes of crude steel in the first nine months of the year, matching its output from last year.