Eastern Cape Business 2017 edition
The 2017 edition of Eastern Cape Business is the 10th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2006, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide to the Eastern Cape Province. The Eastern Cape enjoys an abundance of natural and human resources, as well as established industrial infrastructure that drives the economy of the province. This includes three ports and two industrial development zones which are home to a wide range of manufacturers and exporters. The 2017 edition includes an in-depth look at the province’s two Industrial Development Zones, a focus on skills development and investment climate information from the Nelson Mandela Business Chamber and the Border-Kei Chamber of Business.
The 2017 edition of Eastern Cape Business is the 10th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2006, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide to the Eastern Cape Province. The Eastern Cape enjoys an abundance of natural and human resources, as well as established industrial infrastructure that drives the economy of the province. This includes three ports and two industrial development zones which are home to a wide range of manufacturers and exporters.
The 2017 edition includes an in-depth look at the province’s two Industrial Development Zones, a focus on skills development and investment climate information from the Nelson Mandela Business Chamber and the Border-Kei Chamber of Business.
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CONTENTS<br />
CONTENTS<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> <strong>Business</strong> <strong>2017</strong> Edition<br />
Introduction<br />
Foreword5<br />
A unique guide to business and investment in the<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong>.<br />
The <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> Development Corporation 6<br />
A province offering exciting investment opportunities.<br />
Special features<br />
Regional overview of the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> 8<br />
With massive new investments in the automotive sector,<br />
renewable energy and agri-processing, the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> is set<br />
to expand on its strengths and create new opportunities in the<br />
Oceans Economy.<br />
The maritime economy is building momentum 12<br />
Port Elizabeth hosted the “Investing in Blue Economy”<br />
conference in 2016.<br />
Special Economic Zones 14<br />
New sectors such as renewable energy and aquaculture<br />
are attracting investors to the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong>’s industrial<br />
development zones.<br />
Skills development 22<br />
Skills training is a top priority for <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> manufacturers<br />
and colleges.<br />
Economic sectors<br />
Agriculture 32<br />
Agriculture underpins several sectors of the economy of the<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong>.<br />
Forestry 36<br />
The private sector is working with community land owners to<br />
boost timber production.<br />
Aquaculture 37<br />
Fish from the Karoo will soon be a popular dish.<br />
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