T H E N E L S O N M A N D E L A Y E A R S : C O LU M BU S S TA I N L E S S ( P T Y ) LT D
“We were very fortunate
Dave Martin CEO Columbus Stainless (Pty) Ltd PO Box 133 Middelburg 1050
to have you with us at the start of this world-class company’s voyage”
Dear Madiba
Your investment in South Africa is treasured Our expanded company is younger even than South Africa’s democratic government; but as South Africa’s brightest and dynamic producer of stainless steel flat products, our product goes into everything from kitchen sinks to wristwatches, automotives and wine tanks. We’re dedicated to becoming one of the leading suppliers of stainless steel domestically and abroad and our drive has not flagged since day one. We have, in the last decade and a half, created a modern, efficient stainless steel production facility that meets the changing demands of users in the local market and around the world. We were very fortunate to have you with us at the very beginning of this company’s story. I still recall, as if it was yesterday, some of your inspiring words at the special opening of our Middelburg production facility on 8 February 1996. I think they still ring in many ears here: “…A bold investment in the future of South Africa, based on a decision some years back when investor confidence stood in need of such examples. If we are to realise South Africa’s full potential and discharge our shared commitment to create a better life for all South Africans, then increased investment, domestic and international, is of critical importance.” We continue to explore and support ways to grow our domestic and regional market consumption of stainless steel and in the past 15 years have increased the size of the SA market.
CONTACT DETAILS Physical address: Hendrina Rd, Middelburg 1050 Postal address: PO Box 133, Middelburg 1050 Telephone: (+27 13) 247 9111 Fax: (+27 13) 246 1681
As we forge our way through 2009 and the troubled waters of the international economy, we at Columbus Stainless (Pty) Ltd are heartened to know that we have men and women of inner strength and conviction to help guide us and that you continue to stand at their forefront. May your steel shine for many years yet and may your power to inspire, unite and bridge the gaps continue to be appreciated by all who are lucky enough to benefit from it.
Dave Martin CEO
C O L U M B U S S T A I N L E S S ( P T Y ) L T D VA L U E S A team with respect for the individual
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Safety as a way of life
Know customers and add value to their business
Recognition for sustained superior performance
Practical care for the environment
Freedom in thought, courage and discipline in action
Vision: To become the best operation in the Acerinox Group
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