Transnet, in all its infrastructure programmes, was self-funded and expected to reap an appropriate return on investment to ensure the sustainability of the business. Transnet's objective is to provide needed capacity by users of its facilities ahead of demand. This was because of the absence of investment in infrastructure over the previous 25 years. The organisational structure of Transnet was outlined in respect of rail, ports, pipelines and specialist units. Transnet's executive directors report to the Board and the Board reports to the Minister of Public Enterprises. The company has adopted a four-point growth strategy, which would apply over the next five years: