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New hope for Newcastle as ArcelorMittal defers long steel business wind down

ArcelorMittal South Africa announces a six-month deferral of the wind down of its Long Steel Business, bringing hope to the Newcastle community and preserving thousands of jobs

Business Report Economy
Yogashen Pillay|Published

ArcelorMittal South Africa defers long steel business wind down for six months

ArcelorMittal South Africa secures a six-month deferral for its Long Steel Business, promising job retention and urging governmental solutions to longstanding industry issues.

Business Jobs
IOL Reporter|Published

ArcelorMittal defers long steel plant closure with R1. 6bn State support

ArcelorMittal South Africa has secured a R1. 6 billion lifeline from the Industrial Development Corporation, postponing the closure of its struggling long steel operations until August. The bailout temporarily saves 3,500 jobs, but industry experts remain divided on whether this six-month reprieve will lead to long-term viability for the steelmaker

Business Report
Banele Ginindza|Published

South African agribusiness confidence rises to a three-year high amid recovery

Agbiz's latest Agribusiness Confidence Index reveals a significant rise in optimism among South African agribusinesses, driven by favourable weather conditions and improved market dynamics

Business Report Economy
Yogashen Pillay|Published

Mahindra South Africa partners with IDC to evaluate new vehicle assembly plant

Mahindra South Africa marks its 20th anniversary by signing a groundbreaking MoU with the Industrial Development Corporation to explore establishing a new vehicle assembly facility, potentially boosting local manufacturing and employment opportunities.

Business Report Economy
Philippa Larkin|Published