Wind Power Brings Investment and Jobs to the Eastern Cape

The Eastern Cape’s economy is poised for growth with the ongoing construction of a new wind turbine concrete tower factory in Jeffreys Bay, scheduled for completion by September 2024. 

"The construction of the plant is stimulating the local economy and fostering growth in the local supply chain through increased demand for raw materials and related goods and services, which is benefiting local businesses and suppliers," stated David Moncasi Hortet, Head of Sales for Africa at Nordex Energy South Africa. 

Spanning just under 10 hectares, the factory will create approximately 200 jobs during construction and employ around 350 people once manufacturing begins. 

Located about 1.5 hours from the Port of Ngqura, the factory will produce 120m high towers for three wind farms with a combined capacity of 336 MW, significantly boosting the country's renewable energy share, enhancing energy security, whilst solidifying the region as a leading wind power zone with 13 wind farms. 

“We believe the new production hub may enhance our competitiveness in future bidding processes, while also demonstrating the versatility and proven technology of our in-house concrete towers,” concluded Moncasi.