In 2014 Samsung Electronics South Africa will open a television manufacturing plant
at the Dube Trade Port in Durban, in an effort to satisfy South African customers
and enhance the local infrastructure and economy.
Matthew Thackrah, Deputy Managing Director of Samsung Electronics South Africa
says the establishment of the plant is part of the company’s goal to create new
business opportunities, products and technology. “This project is the result of close
collaboration between Samsung and the South African authorities – at National and
Provincial level. Samsung remains the leading consumer electronics brand in South
Africa and we are determined to add value to the South African community in which
we operate.’
The development will result in a total investment of $20m until 2018 and will deliver
socio-economic benefits to the KwaZulu Natal Province and residents.
“Samsung South Africa is continuously exploring opportunities which will benefit the
country’ says Thackrah. “Durban is aligned with these goals and this is an exciting
step forward for the company.’
