MANN+HUMMEL opens South African Production Facility

Leading filtration specialists MANN+HUMMEL is proud to announce the latest addition to its worldwide manufacturing network, a brand-new manufacturing plant in Kempton Park outside Johannesburg. In its initial phase, the 3200 square-meters facility will be the epicenter of MANN+HUMMEL’s supply to the local commercial vehicle, passenger car and off highway and industrial aftermarket industries.

A manufacturing hub in Southern Africa is the culmination of a project that started in 2016 when MANN+HUMMEL identified South Africa, the largest automotive market on the continent of Africa, as the suitable location to lay down roots in Africa. The first major milestone was the foundation of a Sales Office followed by the establishment of an Aftermarket Distribution Center serving southern Africa.

The clear vision to manufacture in Africa has now been realized with the opening of the manufacturing plant in Johannesburg. The facility will serve as a strategic hub for sub-Saharan African market as it lays the groundwork for further expansion into Africa. Local production will allow MANN+HUMMEL to strengthen its position as an industry leader throughout the region.

The new plant will commence operations in March 2025 with numerous jobs created for the skilled local workforce from inception. The number of employees will further increase as production ramps up to full, three-shift capacity.

This facility will be responsible for producing high-performance filters for commercial vehicles, passenger cars and off highway and industrial vehicles. Solar power will be used extensively in the day-to-day operations of the plant. In keeping with the company’s sustainable production ethos, it will also employ the 3R initiatives: reduce, re-use and recycle to ensure minimal environmental impact.