Our Work

The AIDC-EC executes its mandate through a comprehensive suite of strategic interventions tailored for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and the broader supplier network.

The AIDC-EC Units

The Automotive Aftermarket Support Programme

The Automotive Aftermarket Support Programme is a cornerstone of the AIDC-EC’s commitment to the overall empowerment of the automotive aftermarket SMMEs in the Eastern Cape. The department focuses on the ecosystem of businesses and services that support vehicles after they have been sold by the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The targeted audience are historically disadvantaged SMMEs.

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Component Suppliers & Investor Support

The Component Suppliers and Investor Support department is committed to bolstering the Eastern Cape automotive sector through a comprehensive range of services. It focuses on three main areas: Consulting, Component Supplier Support, and Industry Investment Support. All efforts are geared towards fostering a competitive and resilient automotive ecosystem in the Eastern Cape, thereby driving long-term success for all stakeholders involved.

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Future Skills & Sustainable Energy

In response to the evolving landscape of the automotive sector, characterized by a shift towards sustainability through the introduction of Electric Vehicles (EVs), the AIDC-EC is dedicated to cultivating a fresh array of competencies. Our objective is to fortify provincial preparedness and uphold international competitiveness.

Through strategic partnerships and comprehensive initiatives, we aim to foster an ecosystem primed for sustainable growth and innovation within the automotive sector.

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e-Mobility & Climate Change Mitigation

Electric mobility (e-mobility) is crucial in addressing climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. The key activities in this area are as follows:

Promotion of Electric Vehicles (EVs
Infrastructure Development
Policy and Regulation
Public Awareness Campaigns
Research and Development
Integration with Renewable Energy
Urban Planning

These activities are essential for creating a sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation system.

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ICT Governance & Digital Services

The ICT Governance and Digital Services department within AIDC Eastern Cape is responsible for aligning the ICT strategy with the organisation's strategy, optimizing ICT operations, and driving business value. The AIDC EC is dedicated to empowering its business stakeholders through the strategic utilisation of digital technologies and services. The department's vision is to leverage digital technologies to establish, enhance, and optimize the AIDC Eastern Cape's ICT capabilities.

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Marketing, Communication & Events

The adept Marketing, Communication & Events Unit strategically positions the AIDC-EC as the preferred industry partner through collaborations and Enable the Eastern Cape Automotive Industry Become Globally Competitive.

As the AIDC-EC, we host and partner with multiple stakeholders on various brand building initiatives, and we tell a plethora of stories through various mediums when engaging in the developments of the industry locally and globally.

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Legal & Compliance

The Legal and Compliance unit is a located within CEO’s office with focus areas as follows: -
1. General Legal advice and Regulatory alerts.
2. Policy advice: content benchmarking and regulatory alerts.
3. Compliance Universe: risk-based approach, and
4. Contract Management - System to ensure monitoring, performance and output.

Human Capital

Finance

AIDC-EC Strategic Objectives

01. Supply Chain Development

By working closely with SMMEs and Tier 1–3 suppliers, the AIDC-EC focuses on improving manufacturing efficiencies and ensuring local firms meet rigorous global quality standards. This support is essential for increasing the local content of vehicles manufactured for export.

02. Skills Development and Training

03. Infrastructure and Investment Facilitation

The AIDC-EC facilitates the development of world-class infrastructure, ensuring that the province offers the logistics, technical facilities, and industrial parks required for high-volume domestic production and international trade.

04. Innovation and e-Mobility

Recognising the global shift toward sustainability, the AIDC-EC is a lead advocate for the Electric Vehicle (EV) transition. This involves spearheading the expansion of charging infrastructure and supporting green-energy manufacturing initiatives to future-proof the provincial economy.

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Operating Hours

Mon - Fri: 08h00 - 16h30

Sat - Sun: Closed

Contact Us

70 Prince Alfred Rd

Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Level 5

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

South Africa

Use Entrance 1 & 2 on Fettes Rd

Email: info@aidcec.co.za
Tel: +27 41 393 2100

Toll Free Fraud and Corruption Hotline:

0800 116 655 | aidc-ec@thehotline.co.za