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A R760 million VSL Manufacturing plant opened its doors in Gqeberha on Thursday, 27 November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The state-of-the-art plant in Struandale is expected to create new jobs whilst significantly bolstering the region’s automotive manufacturing capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facility’s official handover ceremony was attended by high-ranking dignitaries including Japanese Ambassador Shimizu Fumio, Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane, MEC for Finance Mlungisi Mvokoa and Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Babalwa Lobishe. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They were joined by Isuzu Japan President, COO and Representative Director Shinsuke Minami, alongside Isuzu Motors South Africa President Billy Tom.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The news state-of-the-art plant is expected to bolster the region’s automotive manufacturing capabilities. PHOTO: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The world-class facility has been designed to produce 3 million automotive components per year, marking a substantial investment in South Africa’s automotive sector and the Eastern Cape’s manufacturing base.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking at the ceremony, Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane described the moment as more than merely celebrating new infrastructure.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Today, our automotive industry stands as a model \u2014 demonstrating how global partnerships and local economies can advance together through technology, skills development and sustained collaboration,” said Mabuyane. “We sincerely appreciate your investment, and we pledge to do everything in our power to ensure that every initiative we undertake together succeeds here in our country.”\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He emphasised the significance of the investment for the province’s position within South Africa’s automotive manufacturing landscape, noting the importance of continued international investment in the region.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Ladies and gentlemen, the message I want to leave with you is this: Our progress depends on strengthening our infrastructure and investing in our people,” Mabuyane stated. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He highlighted the provinces commitment to infrastructure development and human capital investment as key drivers of economic growth.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Human capability is our greatest asset and the prosperity of our province rests on the health, skills and well-being of its citizens. This is the key to building a province that is internationally competitive.”\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new plant also boasts 51% ownership by black women and promises ongoing technical and engineering skills development programmes, as well as a reduced energy and waste footprint.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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