VWSA assists NHLS to boost testing capacity in the Metro Thomas Schaefer - the new Global CEO for SKODA Auto Port Elizabeth - To better equip the healthcare facilities in Nelson Mandela Bay in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has provided protective gear to the provincial Department of Health for frontline workers at healthcare institutions across the metro. The personal protective equipment (PPE), which was handed over to Department today, … [Read more...] about Protective equipment handed over to Department of Health for frontline workers at hospitals and clinics
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Schaefer leaves VWSA
Thomas Schaefer appointed as the new Global CEO for SKODA Auto Dr Robert Cisek will take over as the new Chairman and Managing Director for VWSA. Schaefer is leaving Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) to join SKODA Auto as the new Global CEO effective 3 August 2020. Schaefer has been the Chairman and Managing Director of VWSA since February 2015. In 2017, his role was expanded to include the responsibility for Sub Saharan Africa as part of Volkswagen's expansion strategy into the … [Read more...] about Schaefer leaves VWSA
New President and Deputies
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has appointed its new President to take over from Thomas Schaefer, the outgoing President, as his two two-year tenure came to an end. The newly elected President Dr Andrew Muir (Wilderness Foundation) will be supported by two Deputies Prof Sibongile Muthwa, a Vice Chancellor at Nelson Mandela University and Saki Macozoma (VW SA). “I am excited to serve on a Board which has such a strong skills set representing members from across the industry, … [Read more...] about New President and Deputies
Over 60 local entrepreneurs incubated since 2011 opening
Since its opening in 2011, the Volkswagen Business Support Centre in Uitenhage has trained and upskilled over 60 local entrepreuners. The centre in based in Uitenhage and is managed by a business incubator, Raizcorp. The success of the centre has allowed it to extend its services to existing entreprenuers by assisting them with guidance and business funding applications. “The training and support that new entrepreneurs receive at the VW Business Centre is a comprehensive support … [Read more...] about Over 60 local entrepreneurs incubated since 2011 opening
Eastern Cape Government supports Volkswagen B-BBEE Initiatives Trust
22 June 2017 marked another significant day for black-owned suppliers in the automotive sector, with the official launch of the Volkswagen B-BBEE Initiatives Trust. Although established in 2016, it was publicly launched today to showcase the Trust and explain its objectives to suppliers, potential partners and the public in general. The Trust is supported and endorsed by the Eastern Cape Government with the Hon. MEC of Economic Development, Mr Sakhumzi Somyo delivering the key note address. … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Government supports Volkswagen B-BBEE Initiatives Trust
Optimistic Schaefer reflects on 365 days as MD
Monday, 2 February 2015 was a significant day at Volkswagen Group South Africa, as the helm changed from well-known South African David Powels to former Head of Overseas Manufacturing VW Group, Thomas Schaefer. A year on Schaefer, now both Chairman and Managing Director of Volkswagen Group South Africa is optimistic: "Our most valuable asset at Volkswagen is the human one – our valued VWSA employees. In the last 12 months our employees successfully completed 7 917 training interventions, … [Read more...] about Optimistic Schaefer reflects on 365 days as MD
Uitenhage firm to invest R4.5 Billion
At a media briefing in Sandton today, Thomas Schaefer, Managing Director of Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) announced the next phase of major new investments in the factory in Uitenage, its supplier base and the training of employees for the next generation of products to be manufactured in South Africa. The estimated R4.5 billion investment includes over R3 billion in production facilities and quality, around R1.5 billion in local supplier capacity and a further estimated R22 … [Read more...] about Uitenhage firm to invest R4.5 Billion
CEO’s sleep on the streets
Last night, exposed to the bone-chilling winter elements in Sandton, Volkswagen Group South Africa's Managing Director Thomas Schaefer together with over 240 other South African business leaders, experienced a night out in Joburg like no other. Instead of enjoying all the activity in the city, they slept out on a piece of cardboard with just a mug of soup for comfort. At the inaugural 702 Sun International CEO SleepOut, they rose to the challenge of sleeping out on one of the coldest nights, … [Read more...] about CEO’s sleep on the streets
