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New era for the Eastern Cape Auto industry

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The decision by Japanese auto assembler Isuzu to buy the GMSA assembly plant and invest in the Nelson Mandela Bay metro is part of a trend in which companies from the east are increasing their presence in Africa, while western trading partners appears to be holding back, says Dr Ayanda Vilakazi, Head of Marketing and Communications at the Coega Development Corporation. He was responding to concerns over a decision by Isuzu to purchase the General Motors plant in Port Elizabeth and to take … [Read more...] about New era for the Eastern Cape Auto industry

R80 Million for GMSA’s 30% Stake Seems a Little

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25 May 2017 Update: GMSA replied to the question posed below as follows - It is standard practice when a Japanese company issues a media release to include details of the CEO and the authorised share capital of the company. This is where the R80 million comes from. This amount represents the original share capital of the company when Isuzu Trucks South Africa was established in 2006 and has absolutely no relation to any transaction today in respect of the sale of the 30% GM shareholding to … [Read more...] about R80 Million for GMSA’s 30% Stake Seems a Little

NMB targets over 17 000 new job opportunities for 2017/18

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The MMC for Economic Development, Tourism and Agriculture - Andrew Whitfield says: The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality aims to create 17 289 work opportunities in the 2017/18 financial year. There is hope for many unemployed residents, even the GMSA workers whose jobs hang in the balance. Big business is groaning under the weight of national governance concerns and a sluggish economy. While others focus on purchasing nuclear reactors at the expense of coherent national policy … [Read more...] about NMB targets over 17 000 new job opportunities for 2017/18

GMSA commences Section 189 process

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General Motors South Africa (GMSA) has commenced the legally required Section 189 process in line with announcements made on Thursday, May 18th. In a press release GMSA said; "In response to significantly inaccurate reporting of the impact of these announcements on our staff, we believe it is in the best interests of our workforce to confirm that it is anticipated that approximately 589 employees will likely be affected by the proposed restructuring. "This number is not final and is … [Read more...] about GMSA commences Section 189 process

589 GMSA Employees face retrenchment

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Dear MyPE The attached was received by myself today regarding the number of retrenchments contemplated by General Motors SA ahead of their departure from Port Elizabeth and South Africa. 425 Hourly workers face retrenchment 145 Salaried workers face retrenchment 19 Members of Management face retrenchment. That will leave 944 employees to continue with Isuzu. Regards Port Elizabethan … [Read more...] about 589 GMSA Employees face retrenchment

NMBBC comment on GMSA quitting

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The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has noted the announcement today that Isuzu Motors intends to purchase General Motors South Africa (GMSA)’s manufacturing operations. The Business Chamber believes it appropriate to thank and acknowledge our longstanding partner and member company GMSA for its substantial support over the past number of years - not only for the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber as an organisation, but also for our member companies and the region’s economy as a whole. … [Read more...] about NMBBC comment on GMSA quitting

Rob Davies responds to GMSA decision to quit South Africa

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The Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr Rob Davies has learnt of the announcement by General Motors South Africa (Pty)Ltd to cease some of their operations in South Africa with regret and concern for the numerous employees whose jobs and livelihood will be directly and indirectly affected as a result Minister Davies notes that the decision by General Motors is part of a broader, international strategic position by the company to exit certain markets and focus the organisation on target markets … [Read more...] about Rob Davies responds to GMSA decision to quit South Africa

NUMSA statement on General Motors

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NUMSA is shocked that GM is disinvesting in South Arica The National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa (NUMSA) is shocked at the news that General Motors (GM) intends to pull its operations out of South Africa. GM informed our members at a general meeting this morning that it is withdrawing from the South African market. As a result production and sales of all Chevrolet models will cease, and Isuzu will take over the firms operations in Port Elizabeth. Isuzu will also be taking over the … [Read more...] about NUMSA statement on General Motors

GMSA and Isuzu Motors Announce Future Plans for Operations in South Africa

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Editor: We stopped singing "Braaivleis, Rugby, Sunny Skies and Chevrolet!" a long time ago. Read between the lines below whilst contemplating the devastating effect that the 'sale of GMSA to Isuzu' by GMSA will have on our local economy. For pointers on that let's travel back in history to June 1986 when Ford Motor Corporation closed it's remaining assembly plant in Port Elizabeth immediately putting 950 workers on the streets to make the total job loss at more than 2 200. In the years … [Read more...] about GMSA and Isuzu Motors Announce Future Plans for Operations in South Africa

Devastating news from GMSA for Port Elizabeth

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Dear MyPE GMSA personnel were told today that General Motors SA is closing with immediate effect. All plants closed. All workers redundant and not returning to work. Unions will mediate with GM up to 24 May 2017. Thereafter go to CCMA. Regards Port Elizabethan UPDATE - 19 May 2017: Editor: This letter sent via WhatsApp to MyPE by an employee of GMSA with whom we have a trustworthy relationship on another matter. Obviously said employee wishes to remain anonymous and may have heard … [Read more...] about Devastating news from GMSA for Port Elizabeth

Congratulations GMSA

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Dear MyPE Congratulations to the OPEL Astra and General Motors as a whole for scooping the 2017 WesBank Car-Of-The-Year title (See: Thirteenth National Car of the Year Award for Opel Astra), although I was bitterly disappointed that my beloved rear-wheel driven BMW M2 was eliminated in the early stages of the contest. My next favourites were the Jaguar F-Pace, Toyota Fortuner or the Volkswagen Tiguan despite SUV's being known as vehicles of disrespectful and bumptious intruders. Two thumbs up … [Read more...] about Congratulations GMSA

Thirteenth National Car of the Year Award for Opel Astra

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The Opel Astra is the Wesbank South African Guild of Motoring Journalists' 2017 Car of the Year, making South Africa the thirteenth country where the Opel Astra has been recognised as a Car of the Year since its global introduction in 2015. The latest accolade, which was announced at an industry banquet at Kyalami on March 15, comes on the back of a multitude of awards both here and abroad for the 11th-generation Astra. The most significant of these is the European Car of the Year for 2016, … [Read more...] about Thirteenth National Car of the Year Award for Opel Astra

Keep Your Car Real to Save Costs and Stress

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Pravin Gordhan has kept a VAT hike at bay for now, but the purse strings are still pulling tighter than ever. We're all looking at ways to stretch the budget. is your vehicle's maintenance a good place to start? The experts are shaking their heads. Next to your home, your car is probably your biggest asset and an important part of the family. Yet, when finances are tight, it's often this baby that gets short changed, with knock-off replacement parts and a cheap 'n cheerful service. While … [Read more...] about Keep Your Car Real to Save Costs and Stress

The Cream of the Dealer Crop

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The top performing dealerships in the General Motors South Africa (GMSA) network have been honoured for the exceptional service they provided to Chevrolet, Opel and Isuzu customers in 2016. The prestigious GMSA Dealer Honours awards ceremony was held recently to recognise dealers who excelled in sales and customer service. Ian Nicholls, president and managing director of GM sub-Saharan Africa, said the awards importantly afforded the opportunity to applaud dealers "who go the extra mile to … [Read more...] about The Cream of the Dealer Crop