Name of the Project
Dunlop trye plant upgrade.
Location
Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Dunlop, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa.
Project Description
The project involves the modernisation and improvement of the plant.
The investment includes new plant equipment and machinery, such as a new mixer, and new tread and sidewall lines, which will increase passenger-car tyre production capabilities, efficiencies and product offering to further support the original-equipment market.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
R1.7-billion.
Planned Start/End Date
Not stated.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, tel +27 31 242 1111 or email info@srigroup.co.za.