Granite project to boost manufacturing, logistics sectorsFour variants of granite have been discovered in the Butterworth area which have never been mined before.. Read More...
 
ECDC's Mase on the province's 2011 EC economic prospectsECDC CEO is optimistic following huge investments into the auto sector in both of the province’s urban hubs.. Read More...
 
ECDC’s Mase on the province’s 2011 EC economic prospectsECDC is optimistic about automotive developments and opportunities in green energy sector. Read More...
 
ECDC support for SMMEs soarsAn additional 107 small medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) received direct financial support from provincial development financier, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), from 800 last year to 907 in 2009/2010.. Read More...
 
Ngqura container terminal gears up for further growthThe Ngqura Container Terminal (NCT), which celebrated its first anniversary in October 2010, is undergoing expansion of its berth facilities. . Read More...
 
Electric car could attract massive new investmentA pre-feasbility study to determine the viability of manufacturing large-cell lithium-ion batteries in South Africa will start in the second half of the year, Engineering News reports.. Read More...
 
Coega’s Gasa get presidential commission’s voteBridgette is the only member of the commission from the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
Uitenhage-based OEM scores state subsidiesInvestments of more than R5-billion by Volkswagen SA in Uitenhage have been approved by the government, meaning they will qualify for state subsidies. . Read More...
 
EC ahead in economic growthThe Eastern Cape’s economy is currently showing the fasted growth in the country.. Read More...
 
Jonas launches ‘local is lekker’ campaign in ECEASTERN Cape Economic Development and Environmental Affairs MEC Mcebisi Jonas yesterday announced the launch of a "Buy Eastern Cape Campaign" which will have as one of its goals promoting primary production of inputs for manufacturing.. Read More...
 
Grand unveiling for SA’s first electric car in SwitzerlandSouth Africa's first electric car, the Joule, which is expected to be manufactured either in the Coega or the East London industrial development zones, will be featured at the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland next month.. Read More...
 
Volumes up at Coega portOver 40 vessels have already docked at the state-of-the-art facility which January being a bumper month.. Read More...
 
Coega’s refinery now closer to approvalIn a major boost for Eastern Cape jobs, the R66-billion oil refinery project at Coega has taken a step closer to approval.. Read More...
 
New tractor factory to create 150 jobsIn an early 2010 boost for the Eastern Cape, an agreement between an Eastern European industrial nation and South African organisations is set to result in a tractor factory being built at Coega.. Read More...
 
EC rail links due for R753m investmentTransnet will spend R753-million on railways in the Eastern Cape over the next five years, Public Enterprises Minister Barbara Hogan has told the National Council of Provinces.. Read More...
 
Coega to pilot toolmaker training programme in JanuaryThe first tool, die and mould (TDM) preapprentice orientation programme, which formed part of measures to deal with the “drastic” skills shortage in the TDM sector – a key support sector for South Africa’s manufacturing industry – would be launched at seven pilot sites across the country in January.. Read More...
 
Coega strategic unit starts strongFour month old secures four clients including two IDZs. . Read More...
 
IT’S ALL SYSTEMS GO AT PORT OF NGQURAThose who occupied special vantage points today at the new deepwater Port of Ngqura in South Africa witnessed history in the making, as the 300 metre long, 13 metre deep MSC Catania sailed into the port to become the Ngqura container terminal’s first commercial vessel. . Read More...
 
PetroSA Coega refinery to ease power shortageProject could generate up to 600 MW of extra power which could sold off to local industry and communities.. Read More...
 
Coaches boom for EC passenger train serviceKei Rail will transport 464 passengers in comfort between Mthatha and East London, and be linked to the Johannesburg/East London service. . Read More...
 
Coega refinery to cut SA’s fuel import bill by billionsThe proposed 400 000-bl/d crude oil refinery PetroSA is planning to build at Coega in the Eastern Cape, could have a positive impact on South Africa’s current account balance, Minerals and Energy Minister Buyelwa Sonjica said on Tuesday . Read More...
 
EC bumps up investment in Coega ASPThe Coega Development Corporation has been allocated “additional resources” for the further development of the automotive supplier park in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape Premier Mbulelo Sogoni said in his state of the province address.. Read More...
 
Four communities lead crop charge in former TranskeiThe planting of 6,000 hectares of maize, using land last cultivated 20 years ago, is helping to improve food security for the communities of Alfred Nzo, OR Tambo, Chris Hani and Amathole districts.. Read More...
 
Coega’s liquid storage, shipment facility attracts strong interestsThe operator of the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), the Coega Development Corporation (CDC), on Friday said it has received an "overwhelming response" to its call for proposals to invest in a R2-billion liquid fuels storage and transshipment facility.. Read More...
 
Manufacturing licence for Coega refineryPetroSA, the National Oil and Gas Corporation of South Africa, this week reached a significant milestone in realising its plans to build a world-class crude oil refinery at Coega, Port Elizabeth, with the announcement that the company had been granted a manufacturing licence for the project.. Read More...
 
Port of Ngqura opens for its first shipsThe Port of Ngqura finally welcomed its first two ships yesterday, marking an historic moment in the harbour‘s often stormy development. Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) Port Elizabeth port manager Ester Goosen, also tasked with bringing Ngqura on line, said the docking of the Beluga Indication and the BBC Langeland meant the port was finally “a reality”. . Read More...
 
VW pulls in six component manufacturerVehicle manufacturer Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) has attracted a number of key national and international components manufacturers to set up operations in Uitenhage, in the Eastern Cape. The company, which unveiled this initiative this week, said the supplier plan was in line with the new Automotive Production Development Programme (APDP). . Read More...
 
Eastern Cape electricity competitor talks about 21% advantage for local consumersThe proposed independent coal-fired power station mooted for the Eastern Cape would have a "17%-to-21% advantage" over Eskom, the contracted local coal supplier Strategic Natural Resources (SNR) said on Wednesday. London Aim-listed SNR COO David Nel told Mining Weekly Online that this advantage would be the result of Aim- and AltX-listed Independent Power South Africa (Ipsa) locating its proposed nigh 1 000-MW power station at the coast and making use of local SNR coal. . Read More...
 
A region with niches that provide global competitive advantageThe Eastern Cape is the third largest province in South Africa. Located on the eastern coast, it lies between the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. With two working harbours and the transhipment hub of Coega due to become operational later this year, three airports offering direct flights to the main urban centres and an excellent rail and road infrastructure, the province continues to be prioritised by the South African government for further economic development. . Read More...
 
Coega notches up investments of R30-billionOver the last decade, the Coega industrial development zone (IDZ) has brought in scheduled investments totalling nearly R30-billion. Coega Development Corporation (CDC) marketing and communications manager Senzeni Ndebele said that many more companies are set to be operational in the IDZ in the next five years, with investors creating about 20000 jobs each year. . Read More...
 
City’s auto, manufacturing sectors shaping city’s successThe Nelson Mandela Bay economy contributes roughly 40% of the Eastern Cape’s GDP, thanks largely to the automotive and manufacturing sectors in Port Elizabeth. According to big business, the city and Coega Development Corporation are playing their part in ensuring a smooth ride for industry. . Read More...
 
Rio says ‘powered’ Coega aluminium smelter still viableRio Tinto’s CEO still “all for” a viable opportunity at Coega. . Read More...
 
ECDC improves access to business financeCorporation launches six product to ramp up business opportunities in the province. . Read More...
 
Absa announces first contact centre at CoegaOne of South Africa’s biggest banks officially opened a contact centre at the Coega Industrial Development Zone today (Monday 4 August), creating 94 new jobs for people in economically depressed areas located close to the site.. Read More...
 
Economic stress points to business climate worseningProvinces such as Gauteng and the Western Cape are experiencing more economic pain.. Read More...
 
EC aquaculture Industry shows strong growthMassive investments into the Eastern Cape’s aquaculture industry, running into billions of rands, have placed the province in pole position to challenge the Western Cape’s dominance of this infant industry.. Read More...
 
ECDC improves access to business financeThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has launched a set of six short and long term business finance products which aim to support viable business ideas in the province.. Read More...
 
EC aquaculture Industry receives faceliftMassive investments into the Eastern Cape’s aquaculture industry, running into billions of rands, have placed the province in pole position to challenge the Western Cape’s dominance of this infant industry.. Read More...
 
Coega hopes to sign ten investors this year after smelter setbackThe Nelson Mandela Bay IDZ’s now broadening the industrial/manufacturing base, establishing an export and transshipment hub service to the continent, creating jobs and entrepreneurship opportunities. In its quest to attract investments, the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has changed its strategy to suit local companies. . Read More...
 
Two biofuel plants for Eastern CapeEastern Cape’s fragile agricultural sector is getting a boost, thanks to the province’s plans to construct two biofuel plants that will create a massive market for the region’s farmers.. Read More...
 
August time line for Kei Rail serviceThe Kei Rail service linking East London with Mthatha would become a daily operation from August 1 and would also operate on Friday and Sunday nights “to accommodate the demand from commuters”, Eastern Cape Roads and Transport MEC Thobile Mhlahlo said yesterday.. Read More...
 
Coega delivers R85m Cerebos factoryThe Coega Development Corporation (CDC) on Wednesday handed the completed R85-million Cerebos factory over to the company, and brought the number of completed manufacturing facilities in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) to seven.. Read More...
 
R1,5bn soya bean plant for CoegaWidespread benefits, ranging from the creation of farm jobs in rural areas to the production of an alternative fuel, were promised yesterday at the announcement of plans for a R1,5-billion soya bean plant at the Coega Development Corporation industrial development zone.. Read More...
 
Coega – you’re the best, say employeesSurvey gives development corporation its second accolade in two months. Read More...
 
Coega's Indian sub-continent trip pays offTwo week trip ends with five promising investments.. Read More...
 
R1,5bn soya bean plant for CoegaPlant should be operational by the end of 2009 says the Australian-based Rainbow Nation Renewable Fuels Limited.. Read More...
 
Coega plan to go ahead despite takeover bidTHE Alcan smelter in the Coega Industrial Development Zone will go ahead despite the R266,7-billion bid for the Canadian company by Rio Tinto, Alcan Global public affairs director Robert Valdmanis saying yesterday that it would be “business as usual”.. Read More...
 
R700m kick-start for Alcan smelter at CoegaIN a landmark move towards kick-starting construction at the $2,7-billion (R19-billion) Alcan smelter at Coega outside Port Elizabeth, the company yesterday announced that it had signed a R700-million deal with three firms for the plant‘s engineering design.. Read More...
 
Coega rail link with Northern Cape confirmedIN the strongest commitment to date that Transnet intends to upgrade the railway line between Coega and the Northern Cape, Public Enterprises Minister Alec Erwin has told a media briefing that the industrial development zone will be linked with the Northern Cape.. Read More...
 
EC launches parastatal to organise Asgisa investmentsIN A shrewd move akin to that of the most hardened business tycoon, the Eastern Cape government yesterday launched the first ever parastatal tasked with managing Asgisa investments.. Read More...
 
EC’s R2m job drive gives hope to matricsMORE than 70 unemployed matriculants from the Eastern Cape have been placed in learnerships at the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ).. Read More...
 
R5,8bn chlorine gas plant for CoegaTHE Coega Industrial Development Zone yesterday officially signed its 10th investor, which is expected to create about 250 permanent jobs.. Read More...
 
Multi-billion rand oil refinery on cards for CoegaIN yet another boost for Coega, an international company wants to build a multi-billion rand oil refinery at the deep water harbour.. Read More...
 
Multi-billion rand oil refinery on cards for CoegaIN yet another boost for Coega, an international company wants to build a multi-billion rand oil refinery at the deep water harbour.. Read More...
 
EC IDZs LEAD FLLOD OF CAPITAL PROJECTSA FLOOD of funds for capital infrastructure development will flow into the Eastern Cape in the next financial year.. Read More...
 
R3bn boost EC’s budget to R27bnTHE Eastern Cape’s budget was boosted by R3bn in Finance Minister Trevor Manuel’s budget speech in Cape Town yesterday, bringing the province’s funds to R27bn for the next financial year.. Read More...
 
Wakeford has premier’s ear on E Cape economyEconomic Development Guru Kevin Wakeford has re-emerged in the Premier’s Office following his resignation as the head of the Eastern Cape Development Corporation last year.. Read More...
 
Coega get major biomass fuel plantA R50-million biomass fuel-pellet project has been launched at the Coega Industrial Development Zone near Port Elizabeth, South African Broadcasting Corporation news reported on Wednesday.. Read More...
 
Transnet excludes EL from funding programmeBusiness grouping to lobby government - LEONARD NEILL. Read More...
 
Aluninium Smelter won despite late entryTHE Coega Development Corporation (CDC) was a late entry into the competition to secure an aluminium smelter. Read More...
 
Major Investment for Coega.COEGA Development Corporation chief executive officer Pepi Silinga looked like a proud father whose first son had just been born.. Read More...
 
Alcan smelter soon to be a realityEnergy deal between aluminium producer and Eskom, last step before agreement is finalised. Read More...
 
Coega secured R3-billion investmentThree tenants secured by Coega, prospective future investment amount to R26-billion. Read More...
 
Investment in EC catalyst for property sectorDiverse opportunities in real-estate to create jobs and positive prospects for local communities. Read More...
 
Thai ploughs R750-mil in PEWindy city continues to grow its automotive industry, motorcycle plant to further boost sector. Read More...
 
Grahamstown sees landmark BEE dealR60-mil brick deal to drive construction of an advanced fuel-efficient plant with new technology, creating more jobs for locals. Read More...
 
Coega awaits $2.5-bil Alcan verdictAnticipated aluminum smelter decision draws closer to final announcement. Read More...
 
Coega steel project to create 5 000 jobsGovernment approval of R1.1 billion steel plant drives project to next phase, setting up construction work for early next year. Read More...
 
EC taps into agritourismAgritourism, an innovative approach to bring farmers and tourism into commercial ventures. Read More...
 
EC taps into agritourismAgritourism, an innovative approach to bring farmers and tourism into commercial ventures. Read More...
 
SMMEs to benefit from Coega projectsAbsa, CDC pave entry for construction SMMEs to the IDZ. Read More...
 
Conference to revive property developments in coastal cityNMB set for a major property boom with proposed CDB and harbour developments. Read More...
 
Coega harbour to operate in 2008Transnet’s R2, 5bn to further infrastructural development. Read More...
 
300% increase in construction for ECPublic works, Coega, 2010 to further increase demand in construction sector. Read More...
 
Government committed to develop poor regions Agricultural and tourism development are key to revival of ghost towns in province. Read More...
 
IT has “great economic value”NMMU prof says Port Elizabeth should adopt the “Seattle option” in order to attract and retain innovators . Read More...
 
Two new plants expand PE’s catalytic converter industryGovernment support to strengthen PE’s global competitive position. Read More...
 
Potential R3,6 billion investment for CoegaCoega possible location for transnational joint venture for seafood project. Read More...
 
Two new plants expand PE’s catalytic converter industryGovernment support to strengthen PE’s global competitive position. Read More...
 
Potential R3,6 billion investment for CoegaCoega possible location for transnational joint venture for seafood project. Read More...
 
Austrian delegation looks at investment opportunities at CoegaCoega in tough international competition to secure potential European investment. Read More...
 
Alcan reveals information on its plans for smelter at CoegaCanadian company in negotiations to tie up all loose ends before the roll-out of project. Read More...
 
Coega a potential site for first stainless steel processing plant in SAR223 million investment a promising boost for SA’s raw materials sector. Read More...
 
PE could spearhead further expansion for US firmUSA firm makes PE its base in South Africa.. Read More...
 
EC’s an attractive destination for global investorsProperty, automotive, healthcare and agricultural sectors present the most interesting opportunities for prospective investors.. Read More...
 
R28bn Umzimvubu to create 500 000 jobsThe Umzimvubu water project is critical to growth and development in the former eastern and central Transkei.. Read More...
 
Coega and Oyster Bay may be the choice for Eskom reactorsEskom seeks out possible areas in the Eastern Cape for nuclear reactor series. Read More...
 
Wakeford steers local expansionECDC CEO Kevin Wakeford believes a black candidate should lead this organisation. Read More...
 
Coega’s financial intervention for BEE businessesStandard Bank to assist BEE contractors with the CDC. Read More...
 
R760 million super stadium planned for Nelson Mandela BayBut the project isn't in competition with the municipality’s stadium. Read More...
 
Coega smelter fears dismissedSA Port Operations confirms that four-berth container terminal and negotiations with Eskom are going ahead. Read More...
 
MEC upbeat about Eastern Cape economyThe province records a GDP of almost R113 billion; provincial economy grew by 4,6 per cent. Read More...
 
Ten contractors get R13,5m in Coega IDZ EPW schemeContractors will be involved in projects comprising water, sewerage and stormwater infrastructure.. Read More...
 
Land key to NMBA’s development plansAgency CEO says a lot of prime land in the agency’s mandate area needs to be unlocked. Read More...
 
Entrepreneurial award scoop for PEBusiness Partners gets its first PE winner. Read More...
 
R1,1bn chemicals investment for CoegaAnother major investment coup for the Eastern Cape IDZ. Read More...
 
Coega’s shortlist for smelter partners announcedIDC and Eskom together with Alcan have been named as likely partners. Read More...
 
Coega buy-in speeds up with R1,6bn investorOffset programme benefits Coega with a stainless stell precision mill. Read More...
 
Ports seen as "catalysts" of growthTwo ports are conduits for exports worth two per cent of GDP. Read More...
 
dti looks to Coega IDZ as nuclear component hubHub will supply both South African and export markets. Read More...