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Another significant achievement was the manufacture strategic investment is expected to deliver monthly
of 23 large pontoons, each weighing 40 tonnes, for an cost savings of between R50,000 and R100,000
international mining concern. Completed in just nine while significantly reducing reliance on the national
months, this project required the processing of 1,000 power grid.
tonnes of steel and provided work for 140 artisans.
Many of those employed developed new technical Chairperson Henk Duys highlighted the importance
of this initiative, noting that with South Africa’s fragile
skills, reinforcing Duys’ role as a catalyst for skills and unstable energy supply, adopting solar energy
development within South Africa’s engineering sector.
was a logical step towards ensuring operational
Expanding Facilities and Capabilities resilience and reducing environmental impact.
The Group operates extensive facilities across southern The investment aligns with Duys’ long-standing
Africa, with the Richards Bay heavy engineering plant role in shaping South Africa’s infrastructure while
being one of its most important assets. Originally simultaneously positioning the company as a pioneer
built to service the aluminium industry, the facility has in sustainable industrial practices.
recently been upgraded to broaden its capabilities to People and Purpose
meet general engineering requirements for both local Duys Engineering Group’s achievements over the
and international clients. With this expansion, Duys has past 65 years are deeply rooted in the dedication of
strengthened its ability to serve diverse industries with its people. The company has consistently invested
world-class manufacturing standards.
in training, skills development, and employment
The Richards Bay factory continues to be a hub of opportunities, ensuring that communities benefit
innovation and growth, positioning the Group as directly from its growth. Every project is approached as
a partner of choice for large-scale engineering and an opportunity not only to deliver technical excellence
fabrication projects across the continent. but also to provide real social and economic impact.
Commitment to Sustainability As the Group looks towards the future, its leadership
Duys Engineering Group has also embraced the remains committed to upholding the values of family,
responsibility of contributing to a sustainable future. innovation, and partnership that have guided the
In 2024, the company invested R5.2 million in solar company for three generations. The integration of
power infrastructure at its Richards Bay plant. The cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and
installation included the latest available technology, human development ensures that Duys Engineering
featuring an “all-in-one” 440 kWh Lithium-Ion Group will continue to play a central role in the industrial
Battery Bank with 200 kW power capacity. This and economic development of Africa.

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