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...
 
General Motors investments over R500 million in SA plantAfter improving volumes to 32 000 in 2010, the company is gearing to volumes to 50 000 for 2011.. Read More...
 
East London plant now "three-times a winner"Another plant General Motors in Port Elizabeth takes third place.. 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...
 
GMSA looks to local production for SparkThe new Spark is one of the "top candidates" for possible local production at General Motors South Africa's (GMSA's) Port Elizabeth operations, says GMSA president and MD Edgar Lourencon. . Read More...
 
VWSA looks to new lines for growthVolkswagen of South Africa (VWSA) stands poised to challenge Toyota’s long-standing dominance in the combined passenger and light commercial-vehicle market, as it looks set to enter the minibus taxi and half-ton pick-up market over the next one to five years.. 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...
 
Exports are the key to APDP incentives for GMSAGeneral Motors SA is to invest R700-million in its Port Elizabeth plant to tool up for assembly of the next generation of Isuzu KB bakkies and Corsa Utilitys. . Read More...
 
Not all doom and gloom for retrenched workersAutomotive industry workers recently retrenched in the Eastern Cape are now receiving training General Motors SA has announced.. Read More...
 
ECDC sees light at the end of the recession tunnelThe 2010 World Cup is expected to increase traffic into the province’s coffers through tourism.. 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...
 
Eastern Cape economy to pick up in 2010The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) believes that while the Eastern Cape economy has been affecting by a seemingly unrelenting global economic recession, there is hope beyond the storm for the provincial economy in 2010. A number of sectors such as tourism, and the struggling general manufacturing sector, led by automotives, are likely to pick up next year as the country eases out of the recession.. Read More...
 
General Motors optimistic about futureLocal operation’s productivity levels up 25% “I'm optimistic about the future of our business, especially seeing the level of dialogue between US Congress, General Motors and the rest of the US auto industry,” says General Motors (GM) African operations and GM South Africa (GMSA) president and MD Steve Koch. . 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...
 
Province's auto sector remains mainstay sectorLatest Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) figures confirm that exports from the province’s two commercial ports, particularly from the automotive sector, are on the increase.. Read More...
 
Oysters opportunity for EC entrepreneursLatest Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) figures confirm that exports from the province’s two commercial ports, particularly from the automotive sector, are on the increase. TNPA figures show that the number of vehicles landed and shipped grew by 27% or 9,700 units to 45,200 units in the past year and this trend is set to continue for the foreseeable future. . Read More...
 
Mercedes-Benz’s market resilence should hold off job cutsThe East London-based OEM says that “no broad scale cost reduction programmes were planned by the carmaker in the short term”. Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is not expecting to cut jobs at its East London manufacturing plant in the short term, despite a national slowdown in car sales. . Read More...
 
The Eastern Cape Development Corporation - Working hard for job creation and developmentBy working closely with the Eastern Cape Provincial and National government to boost economic development for the region, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has identified sectors that will have the great impact on job creation, empowerment and growth. Read More...
 
R620m boost for Mandela Bay motor manufacturerIN another major investment boost for the Eastern Cape, General Motors South Africa announced yesterday it would spend R620-million this year, mainly on upgrading its Nelson Mandela Bay manufacturing plants.. Read More...
 
DaimlerChrysler and General Motors in talksDiscussions include a possible alliance for large sport utility vehicle. Read More...
 
GM allocates R3m to improve productionNew support system “will help us to continuously improve built-in quality, reduce downtime and enhance many areas of our business”. Read More...
 
Thai ploughs R750-mil in PEWindy city continues to grow its automotive industry, motorcycle plant to further boost sector. Read More...
 
Local skills program targets disadvantaged pupilsMunicipality paves the way to expose pupils to engineering and ICT, and gets buy-in from local business and university. Read More...
 
Local skills program targets disadvantaged pupilsMunicipality paves the way to expose pupils to engineering and ICT, and gets buy-in from local business and university. Read More...
 
Motor import, export demand to see PE harbour in actionAutomotive industries, agricultural produce increase activity in harbour. Read More...
 
GMSA gears up to export HummerLatest GMSA model receives increasing foreign demand. Read More...
 
Record car sales for 2006 promised by SA’s carmakersGMSA and VW show impressive production rate in March and are optimistic that sales will soar. Read More...
 
GMSA acquires share in Midas GroupGeneral Motors SA identifies Midas Group as leading auto parts supplier. Read More...
 
GMSA acquires share in Midas GroupGeneral Motors SA identifies Midas Group as leading auto parts supplier. Read More...
 
SA catalytic converter industry thrives in tough global competition PE’s catalytic converter players contributing billions in foreign exchange . Read More...
 
GM expands plant for latest productionGM is set to further expand its plant for the production of Hummer H3. Read More...
 
Local auto manufacturers strengthen their market positionsVolkswagen and General Motors make a strong showing in the passenger market . Read More...
 
EC’s Hummer brings investment, jobsThe Port Elizabeth-based automotive manufacturer is to create almost 500 new permanent jobs in its latest venture.. Read More...
 
GM has success with local HummerR18 billion contract shows signs of success. Read More...
 
GM’s local creative team takes top honours in global pitchThe idea that created an emotional link between Opel cars and the people who own them was most preferred by the US.. Read More...
 
PE “one of the fastest growing areas in SA”Economists say trend is set to continue.. Read More...
 
GM to boost economy with Hummer contractThe latest contract joins an increasingly string of export wins for automotive manufacturers in the province. Now the PE-based GMSA will build Hummers to a wide range of overseas markets.. Read More...
 
GM contract will bring EC social and economic benefitsCommentators agree that General Motors’ export contract will boost the Eastern Cape economy.. Read More...
 
Two PE parts firms a credit to industryLocal companies’ accreditation in component manufacturing should lead to further expansion.. Read More...
 
GM's investment growsThe PE-based manufacturer continues to grow its investment in SA.. Read More...
 
VW roars to top place in car salesVW puts in another powerful performance in the domestic market’s new passenger car sales.. Read More...
 
Integrating province's two economies critical says ECDCCEO Mcebisi Jonas says it is imperative the sophisticated urban-based economy and the impoverished economy of the rural areas are integrated.. Read More...
 
GMSA put R500m in Isuzu infrastructureNew owners give their SA business a big vote of confidence.. Read More...
 
Auto industry leaders to meet in PESome of the world's top speakers will address the 2004 Made In South Africa Automotive Conference, due to take place in Port Elizabeth from May 4 to 6. . Read More...
 
VW to build the Golf 5 for export to AsiaSA automotive manufacturer secures another export contract; this time it is for the Golf 5 which is destined for Asia. Read More...
 
Investors shows overwhelming confidence in PEThe reinvestment of General Motors earlier this year follows the heels of numerous other investments.. Read More...
 
General Motors takes up major stake in Delta MotorsGeneral Motors recently announced that it is to take a 100% share in the Delta facilities in Port Elizabeth, a move which has been welcomed by players throughout the industry.. Read More...
 
General motors invests in Eastern CapeGENERAL MOTORS IS continuing its investment in the Eastern Cape by purchasing the Delta Motor Corporation based in Port Elizabeth.. Read More...
 
Boost for Port Elizabeth car terminalVEHICLE IMPORTS through Port Elizabeth could be boosted by up to three thousand units a year with the reintroduction of the Chrysler brand to South Africa by the Delta Motor Corporation.. Read More...
 
Delta to distribute Daewoo vehiclesTHE PORT ELIZABETH – based Delta Motor Corporation is to take charge of the marketing and distribution of Daewoo in South Africa.. Read More...
 
Multi-million Rand Capital Injection Gears Delta Motor Corporation for GrowthPORT ELIZABETH-based Delta Motor Corporation is geared for growth into 2003 and beyond with the completion of a R300-million facilities upgrade.. Read More...
 
Top suppliers in Eastern CapeTHREE PORT Elizabeth companies are among the Delta Motor Corporation’s top suppliers for 2002.. Read More...
 
Delta gearing up for exportsTHE DELTA motor corporation has confirmed that it is in negotiations with General Motors for the export of fully built up vehicles.. Read More...
 
Motor industry exports up 33 per centIN A MAJOR boost for the Eastern Cape economy, motor industry export revenues are expected to grow by 33 per cent in 2002.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape manufacturing focuses on exportsOVER 100 manufacturers in the Eastern Cape are exporting more than 50 per cent of their production, according to the ECDC annual report.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape motor company puts together R1,3-billion export dealPORT ELIZABETH-based Delta Motor Corporation has put together a R1,3-billion catalytic converter export contract involving companies in Port Elizabeth, Gauteng and Cape Town.. Read More...
 
Delta secures export contract to MexicoPORT ELIZABETH-based Delta Motor Corporation subsidiary Precision Exhaust Systems (PES) has won a multi-million rand component export contract to Mexico.. Read More...
 
General Motors moves back into Eastern CapeUS AUTOMOTIVE giant General Motors is finalising the purchase of a controlling share of the Port Elizabeth-based Delta Motor Corporation. General Motors, which disinvested in the region during the 1980’s, currently has a 49 per cent stake in Delta, whic. Read More...
 
Motor exports expected to accelerate out of mudGOOD NEWS for the Eastern Cape economy is that South Africa’s motor exports are likely to recover from the effects of the mid-year strike and stand to grow next year, according to a recent survey.. Read More...