Africa Automotive September-October 2023 digital issue

September-October issue l 2023
GlobalData research reveals that: “The Benteler Steel/
Tube division is striving to achieve CO₂ neutrality by
2045. To achieve this, the focus is on increased energy
efficiency, and the use of green electricity and climateneutral
input materials.”
In South Africa, Benteler, located at the NMBLP,
manufactures chassis systems, structural components,
and engine and exhaust systems. Since locating in the
NMBLP, Benteler has embarked on two expansions,
which is a testament to a vibrant local market.
South Africa’s auto ecosystem
According to the US’ International Trade Administration,
South Africa’s automotive manufacturing industry
reached an estimated value of $35.15bn in 2022, with
$13.1bn in exports.
With ambitions to contribute 1% of global automobile
manufacturing, South Africa is fostering an ecosystem
conducive to partnerships between OEMs and
component suppliers.
The NMBLP, developed and operated by Coega, is an
Automotive Hub, offering integrated logistics services
and infrastructure for the automotive manufacturing
industry, helping suppliers reduce costs and maximise
competitiveness.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Logistics Park
Automotive Industry
The NMBLP is positioned on the Southern Hemisphere’s
main east-west shipping routes and served by two
ports, with the deepwater Port of Ngqura serving as a
designated hub for container traffic, while the Port of
Port Elizabeth operates container, vehicle, breakbulk and
bulk terminals.
Coega is geared to support automotive investors, OEMs,
assemblers and component suppliers with a diverse
range of services, enabling companies to focus on their
core businesses of manufacturing and distribution.
In South Africa, the conditions are ripe for a booming
auto industry, where component suppliers can strike
new synergies with automakers, enabled by existing
infrastructure and support from Coega.
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