Welcome to Exporters Eastern Cape
Our vision is to create an environment for members to become globally competitive exporters by facilitating conversations, information and collaboration in the Eastern Cape export market.
Exporters Eastern Cape is a non-profit organisation for persons/companies involved in exporting, either directly or indirectly, or for persons/companies with an interest in exporting. The organisation’s mission is to encourage more local firms to prepare themselves to take on the challenge of exporting and to assist existing exporters to become more globally competitive.
MEMBERSHIP
Exporters Eastern Cape membership represents a broad spectrum of professions derived mainly from large and smaller export companies, freight forwarders, financial institutions and shipping lines.
Industries represented by members of Exporters Eastern Cape:
- Automotive Manufacturers
- OE Motor Manufacturers and Component Suppliers
- Agricultural and Agri-Processing (Fruit, Dairy, Mohair, Wool, etc.)
- Service Providers for Exporters
- Forwarding and Logistics
- Banking
- Government entities interested in exports
- Media & Event Companies
- Individual (Honorary, Co-opted, Committee Members)
- Other Exporter Clubs in South Africa
- Other exporters
Any firm, institution or individual with a real interest in promoting the aims and objectives of Exporters Eastern Cape are welcome to join.
Exporters Eastern Cape can be of benefit to you by:
- Attending online export-related talks.
- Connecting with exporters, OEM’s and other representatives in the supply chain.
- Facilitating personal referrals to experts on aspects of exporting that are of particular concern to you.
- Strengthening the bonds between members with interests similar to yours.
- Providing opportunities for open debate on subjects of general interest to the export fraternity.
- Receiving export-related information on various platforms, including email and social media channels.
- Acknowledging and offering exposure by being named Exporter of the Year.
- Offering mentoring through the Exporters Development Programme.
Why should you join Exporters Eastern Cape?
EVENTS
Attendance of events is by invitation only. Non-members are charged R250 per person. Contact the Branch Manager, Suzanne Vermeulen at info@exportersec.co.za or 083 291 5214.
Events are added to this section shortly after the invitations are issued, please click the Event for Invitation and other Media Downloads such as Entry Forms and Presentations.
Lumotech Factory Tour – 22 April 2022
You are invited to a factory tour and networking session with Lumotech and Exporters Eastern Cape. Lumotech manufactures the following products for the automotive market: Headlights, Tail lights, Spot lights, Signal lights and Specialized Plastic Injection Mouldings....
Online Discussion – Unpacking the National Budget and the investment outlook thereafter
Topic: Exclusive invitation | Unpacking the National Budget and the investment outlook thereafter We would like to invite you to an interactive online presentation where Citadel Chief Economist, Maarten Ackerman, will unpack the National Budget and highlight where we...
Acoustex Plant Tour and Networking Session
RSVP for the Acoustex Plant Tour and Networking Session happening on the 23rd February 2022
INVITE: DTIC Info Session – 19 November 2021
You are invited to an online presentation with the DTIC Eastern Cape Regional Office on Friday, 19 November at 09:00. TOPIC: The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition’s support for Exports Though a few members of Exporters Eastern Cape have used...
NEWS
ISUZU Motors South Africa boldly launches its next generation D-MAX bakkie
ISUZU Motors South Africa launched its all-new seventh-generation ISUZU D-MAX bakkie on Thursday, 7 April 2022. ISUZU has enjoyed a rich heritage and reputation for making vehicles that are durable, reliable, and capable. The all-new D-MAX bakkie is no exception and...
Historic MOU signed between 12 Private Sector Automotive Associations in Africa and Europe to develop the Automotive industry in Africa
A memorandum of understanding was signed virtually between 12 Automotive Associations within the ambit of the EU – Africa Business Forum 2022 on 16 February with the aim of driving the development of the Automotive Industry in Africa. The Automotive sector whilst key...
MOU signals electric vehicle focus for South Africa’s auto supplychain
As part of its strategy to position the automotive supply chain for growth and innovation, particularly electric vehicle technology, the AIDC Eastern Cape has signed an MOU with the South African Bureau of Standards. In terms of the agreement, the organisations will...
Exporters Eastern Cape recognises top exporters with 2021 Awards Ceremony
Creating hundreds of new jobs, increasing market share, profits and growing export turnover. These are just some of the successes Exporters Eastern Cape’s Exporter of the Year 2021 winners achieved over the past year. Despite the challenges experienced due to the...
Hope on the agenda for Exporters Eastern Cape
Sharing a message of hope and resilience, Exporters Eastern Cape successfully hosted its 2021 AGM on Thursday, 15 July by inspiring member companies to keep going during turbulent socio-economic times. The 41st Exporters Eastern Cape AGM was presented online, with...
Durban Announced as the New Host of Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2021)
Dates rescheduled to 15-21 November 2021 The second Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2021) has been rescheduled to take place in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa from 15 to 21 November 2021. The Trade Fair was previously due to be held in Kigali, Rwanda from 8...
ABOUT
The Exporters Eastern Cape is a non-profit making organisation for persons / companies involved in exporting, either directly or indirectly, or for persons/companies with an interest in exporting, and our objectives are:
- To provide the exchange of ideas, information and experience amongst members.
- To facilitate conversation, information and collaboration in the Eastern Cape export market.
- To strengthening the bonds between members with interest similar to yours.
- To facilitate personal referrals to experts on aspects of exporting that are of particular concern to members.
- To liaise closely with other export orientated clubs and bodies.
- To apply all its funds to carry out such undertakings as may be necessary for or incidental to promoting the objectives of the organisation.
Mission
Exporters Eastern Cape’s mission is to encourage more local firms to prepare themselves to take on the challenge of exporting and to assist existing exporters to become more globally competitive.
Aims
- To provide its members the opportunity for networking in a way that contributes meaningfully to their understanding of the foreign trade environment and to the promotion of their export interests.
- To generate an inclusive, professional export fellowship between exporters and their supporting service providers.
- To link with and support institutions involved in export education and training.
- To give recognition to export achievers and in general to promote an export culture.
Activities
- Monthly meetings and special gatherings (in person or online) conducive to networking, with informative speakers on a variety of up-to-date export related subjects.
- First-hand contact with government and other officials dealing with industrial development, export promotion, customs administration, port facilities etc.
- Liaison with business chambers, local and regional structures, and related clubs in other regions.
- Prestige awards for the Eastern Cape Exporter of the Year.
Committee
Quintin Levey – Chairman
e: quintin.levey@kpmg.co.za
c: 083 459 2232
Quintin is a Chartered Accountant with more than 15 years experience at KPMG in audit, tax and advisory firm.
Deon Joubert – Vice-Chair
e: joubertd@sjmsa.co.za
c: 082 410 8910
Deon is the Managing Director of International Automotive Component Manufacturer, SJM Flex SA.
Suzanne Vermeulen – Branch Manager
e: info@exportersec.co.za
c: 083 291 5214
Suzanne is the Branch Manager and “go-to” person for all Exporters Eastern Cape enquiries or if members wish to connect with one another. As a qualified Public Relations Practitioner, Suzanne’s role is to facilitate, oversee and manage all aspects that the organisation is involved in – working alongside the Exporters Eastern Cape Committee.
Pravika Chetty – Treasurer
e: pravika.chetty@lumotech.co.za
c:073 376 3264
A qualified Chartered Accountant, Pravika completed her training contract at KPMG and has worked in several KPMG offices in South Africa. Pravika was the Finance Manager at Tavcor Motor Group and is currently the General Manager of Finance at Lumotech.
Andre Swartbooi (Acoustex Group) – Secretary & Membership
Greg Billson (Enterprise Development Consultants) – Strategic Partnerships
Lee-Anne Vasi (Nelson Mandela University Business School) – Head of Membership Portfolio
Loudeaux Minnie (LX Events Management) – Head of Events Portfolio
Neil Barker (Oracle Media) – Head of Marketing Portfolio
Brenden Adriaanzen (DG Incentives) – Marketing
Oyama Sidlabane (Lizwe Fuels) – Membership
Ronel Marais (VWSA) – Finance/Funding
Loyiso Nyengule (Standard Bank) – Membership
Siphokazi Ngombane (NMBM Export Helpdesk) – Events
CONTACT
Branch Coordinator
Tel: 041 373 1122
Email: info@exportersec.co.za
Chairperson
Quintin Levey
Tel: 083 459 2232
Email: quintin.levey@kpmg.co.za
Postal Address
The Chairman
Exporters Eastern Cape
PO Box 1662
Port Elizabeth
6000
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