WATCH: Mahindra launches R95m assembly plant in Durban
Investment in KwaZulu-Natal has received a shot in the arm thanks to the launch of Mahindra South Africa's new semi-knockdown assembly plant north of Durban.
The facility is a partnership between the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Mahindra South Africa and AIH Logistics.
The investment is to the tune of R95-million.
400 bakkies will be assembled in the first line of production, due to begin in July.
MEC of Economic Development Sihle Zikalala and High Commissioner of the Indian Consulate in #KZN Ruchira Kamboj view the Mahindra assembly line at the AIH Factory in Dube Trade Port pic.twitter.com/dN9hUFBPzb
— Jarryd Subroyen (@Jazz_Subs031) May 25, 2018
MEC Sihle Zikalala says they want to become the main supplier of 4x4's to the rest of Africa.
"This will add to the economic growth of the country and province," he said.
Zikalala says the investment is good for business confidence.
"It continues to show that as KwaZulu-Natal, we are a conducive place for investors to invest. It also sends a message to those who remain reluctant that Durban is a place to consider when it comes to investment."
MEC of Economic Development Sihle Zikalala alongside the High Commissioner of the Indian Consulate in #KZN Ruchira Kamboj officially open the Mahindra Manufacturing Plant at the AIH Factory in Dube City pic.twitter.com/AtfCUQdiar
— Jarryd Subroyen (@Jazz_Subs031) May 25, 2018
