SEW-EURODRIVE invests R384m in Africa’s largest gearbox service hub
SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa is advancing its strategy to “close the loop” in drive and control technologies with the development of a new 17 000 m² service and repair centre. Located next to its headquarters in Aeroton, Johannesburg, this facility addresses the
critical need for expert gearbox repair services in Africa. Groundworks began in September 2024, with completion expected by November 2025 and occupation in early 2026.
This initiative marks Phase 2 of the company’s local expansion. Following a R500-million investment in its 26 000 m² headquarters complex in 2022, SEW-EURODRIVE has committed an additional ±R384-million to the new centre, reflecting its confidence in Africa’s growth potential. The investment is part of the company’s global €1-billion service capability expansion in 2024.
The centre will feature full-service and repair capabilities including sandblasting, spray painting, motor rewinding, assembly and load testing. A fabrication section will manufacture components such as baseplates and guards, while a 30 bay assembly area will handle over 300 repaired units monthly. Additionally, an expanded DriveAcademy and IT centre will address skills shortages by providing advanced training.
SEW-EURODRIVE’s vertical integration approach ensures high quality service and repair capabilities for its own and competitors’ gearboxes, reducing reliance on external contractors. This positions the company to fill market gaps where competitors often lack comprehensive support services, bolstering its market share and fostering sustainable growth.
With this development, SEW-EURODRIVE aims to deliver a full-service experience, crucial for industries like mining that prioritise reducing operating costs and total cost of ownership. The project is expected to create 80 to 100 skilled jobs, reinforcing SEW-EURODRIVE’s commitment to innovation, customer service and long term growth in the region.
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