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TOURISM
HE WINNER IS ... part of the city’s overall tourism Created over 13 years ago to kick investment in the Durban Brothers, John and the late Bram
offering and one of two anchor start urban regeneration and beachfront, stands on the Beekman opened their first
T uShaka Marine World tenants along the world renowned to boost development, uShaka northern bookend of Durban’s Vacation Ownership resort at
uShaka Marine World, Golden Mile, but an economic Marine World has driven up Golden Mile, as a proud citizen Banana Beach on the South Coast
Africa’s largest marine theme engine and success story within footfall in what was a largely of Durban, having established of KwaZulu-Natal. From there,
park, is not only an integral its own right. ignored and neglected part of the itself as one of the key tourist the business grew to become a
Durban beachfront. In more than attractions in the province, leading corporate player in the
a decade, it has been a catalyst for over the past 15 years. South African leisure industry
the growth of other hospitality renowned for its commitment
businesses and the city’s tourism As an entertainment and leisure to innovation and excellence.
offering as a whole. destination, Suncoast attracts The Group’s portfolio currently
approximately one million people includes a variety of leisure
To date, uShaka Marine World to the complex on a monthly products as well as commercial
has contributed some R2 billion basis. A R70 million contribution property management.
to the Gross Geographical to the People Mover continues to
Product (GGP) of Durban, ensure easy access for visitors to The Beekman Group’s
enjoying a 20% increase in all of Durban’s main highlights, management function was
footfall from 2014/15 to 2015/6 including SUNCOAST. handed over to the younger
and an 11% increase in revenue in generation a few years back
the last financial year. The Beekman Group and cousins Neville Beekman,
Located at Port Shepstone on Wayne Beekman and Cindy
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the South Coast of KwaZulu- Allan lead a dedicated team.
Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Natal, the Group’s impressive However, founder, John
Entertainment (SUNCOAST) head office is a testimony to its Beekman is still on hand to
Tourism Award won by uShaka Marine World (Photo: ISh K Bugwandass, eLan Property Group) SUNCOAST, a 1.4 billion ongoing success. offer advice when required.
LARGE MANUFACTURING
HE WINNER IS... leading brickmaker, manufacturing company’s head office is in Durban leader, it is their responsibility to Defy Appliances
face bricks, plaster bricks, pavers with a footprint in every major help provide social infrastructure, Established in 1905, Defy debuted
TCorobrik and concrete earth retaining centre throughout South Africa. from schools and hospitals to by manufacturing the very first
Corobrik is South Africa’s systems. Established in 1902, the Corobrik believes that as a market libraries and community centres, to electric stove in South Africa. In
build a better tomorrow together. the last 80 years, the brand has
further entrenched its footprint
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Constantia Afripack through the manufacture of
Constantia Afripack is the durable goods such as ovens,
most modern consumer flexible washing machines, dryers, and
packaging plant with investments small domestic appliances. This
has led to Defy becoming the
in leading edge first world largest white goods manufacturer
technology. From humble
beginnings, in 1933, as a producer in the country while presenting
of cement sacks, the company the largest product range in
Southern Africa. Defy endeavours
now has eight production to find solutions to current
sites in three countries –
South Africa, Kenya and economic conditions, such as
Mauritius. The company is also electricity and water shortages by
engineering products, which help
exploring an expanded Africa you to live a cleaner, eco-efficient
presence in order to follow
multinational customer’s growth life, and reduce your electricity
into Africa. and water consumption.
Large Manufacturing Award won by Corobrik
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