FAW Trucks South Africa to upgrade Coega truck plant with R200m investment
The Coega Development Corporation recently announced a substantial R200 million investment by FAW Trucks South Africa, contributing to the province’s automotive sector growth. The...
Green light for titanium powder pilot
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has developed a process to manufacture titanium powder for industrial and medical applications, making it possible for South Africa to establish a new industry that will add value to the light metal, instead of exporting it.
• New mining industry centre launched
Employment in manufacturing rises
South Africa's manufacturing sector is enjoying higher levels of employment for the
first time in over a year and activity remains stable, according to the latest Purchasing
Managers' Index (PMI) survey.
SAB first with UV purification
South African Breweries recently became the first ever brewer to switch to an eco-friendly technology known as UV photosterilisation to purify raw ingredients for its line of fruit alcohol drinks.
• Brewing up a global brand
Vehicle manufacturing industry booms
After suffering through the economic recession, the local vehicle manufacturing industry has clawed back significantly over the last 15 months and further growth is forecast.
• Mercedes-Benz SA tops for quality
