Overall Winner

ND Engineering, a proudly South African-owned company, has been crowned the overall winner of the prestigious 2024 Sassda & Columbus Stainless Awards. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the company’s relentless pursuit of excellence, innovation and sustainability across projects and operations. A distinguished and versatile industry leader, ND Engineering also won awards in the business excellence and duplex stainless steel categories.

A legacy of excellence and innovation

Founded more than 55 years ago, ND Engineering is deeply embedded in South Africa’s industrial fabric. The company has consistently demonstrated expertise and leadership with a customer-centric approach and resolute commitment to quality and innovation. Earning its reputation as the industry’s benchmark, at the heart of ND Engineering’s success is dedication to continuously assessing and refining operations to create maximum value for customers. This buoys the company through challenges including product differentiation in the face of fierce competition.

Managing Director Elvis Green says resilience and adaptability are key factors in sustaining success. By focusing on innovation and sustainability, ND Engineering has not only maintained its competitive edge but also set new standards for the industry. Green believes sustainability is integral to operational excellence hence initiatives such as reducing waste, supplementing energy consumption with solar power and harvesting rainwater are central aspects of the company’s business model.

Leading with innovation and excellence

ND Engineering has solidified its reputation in stainless steel fabrication with two notable achievements: construction of the multi-purpose pulp tank for Sappi Ngodwana and involvement in Sappi Saiccor’s Project Vulindlela. The business excellence category award also showcases the company’s focus on customer value, innovation and sustainability. ND Engineering’s ability to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving industry, driven by deep understanding of customer needs and commitment to operational excellence, set it apart from competitors.

Triumph for South Africa

ND Engineering’s victory is not just a win for the company but also a triumph for South Africa as the company is among the most resilient and promising companies in the country.

Operating from its base in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu- Natal, ND Engineering has become a world-class company inspiring others to pursue excellence despite relentless challenges.

Celebrating ND Engineering’s success acknowledges the potential within South African industry, which can be unlocked with dedication, innovation and devotion to excellence.