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Embracing transformation Come March 1 the business of EnerMech Engineering Services (part of the global EnerMech group of companies) will officially be transferred to EnerMech’s new entity, EnerMech Mzansi on local shores. Lifting Africa found out more about the new company name and the company’s transformation journey. Navigating the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) landscape can be a daunting task. Yet, says Kashief Emjedi, Enermech country manager for South Africa, it has been an exciting process to date with big promises of things to come. The company has successfully partnered with local investment company, Mion Holdings, as part of its ongoing effort to contribute to economic inclusion in South Africa. “Not only will our new trading name be EnerMech Mzansi, but through
this partnership we will now be at a Level 4 B-BBEE status,” says Emjedi. “EnerMech is a global business with expertise and roots in local markets. Our global reach means our expert teams can deliver excellence anywhere in the world. As a business we remain committed to employing capable nationals in their various locations to ensure we service our clients with local expertise.” This arms the company with the necessary local knowledge and cultural sensitivities to support
its customers. Emjedi, who has been with EnerMech for the past five years, says it is an extremely exciting time for the company and its employees. “This new transformation era with not just local expertise but also local ownership is a big step forward for the company. Through this initiative EnerMech has strengthened its position in South Africa and has fully embraced the country’s B-BBEE policies.” With headquarters in Cape Town and regional offices in Johannesburg and the Northern Cape it is a local company with local ownership with world-class capabilities, he explains. Growth strategy According to Emjedi EnerMech Mzansi has set itself some stringent growth targets as it aims to expand its service offering in the country. Increasing its footprint is very much on the cards and will be a key focus for the next few months as the company targets a variety of sectors. “We are particularly looking
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Lifting Africa - Jan/Feb 2020
