THE FUTURE EBH currently holds a four star NOSA rated and ISO 9001:2000 accredited, highlighting the quality of the work that is undertaken. The company works closely with the National Ports Authority to enhance the industry and its standing with the local authority. This will become easier as EBH look to open up new markets. “Traditional markets are declining whilst newer markets, mainly oil and gas related markets, are expanding,” says Mr Deane. “We will look to provide facilities as new markets emerge.” “Markets such as West coast oil and gas exploration and drilling and production, and East coast oil and gas exploration and drilling all have vessels which require ship repair services.” The company will also look internally for expansion, investing in infrastructure in the Durban region. “We are looking at new port developments south of Durban, our own infrastructure expansion at the port of Durban and also product diversification,” says Mr Deane. While EBH is South Africa’s oldest ship repair company, it is not old fashioned in any way. The innovative capital investments have positioned the company perfectly to service the marine industry. The acquisition by DCD has made EBH part of the country’s largest marine repair organisation and the deal looks set to boost the business of both businesses and the economy and industry as a whole.
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