Name of the Project
Xinavene sugar mill refinery project.
Location
The refinery will be annexed to Tongaat Hulett’s Xinavene sugar mill, in Mozambique.
Client
Tongaat Hulett.
Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 90 000 t/y refinery, which will process brown sugar into white sugar.
Production from the Xinavane refinery will replace imports. The design and engineering of the refinery will integrate proven technology with state-of-the-art Tongaat Hulett process and equipment design to produce high-quality white sugar, meeting international standards and the requirements of its customers. The refinery will also provide for efficient future expansion to match growth in the local and export markets.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Value
The project is valued at R550-million.
Duration
The fast-track project is expected to produce its first product in September 2018.
Latest Developments
The project was launched on July 24.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Tongaat Hulett communication officer Virginia Horsley, tel +27 31 570 7343 or email Virginia.Horsley@tongaat.com.