NamBrew invests in new depot at coast
NBL says the new facility will be world-class, with a pleasant and safe working environment.
Staff reporter – Friday saw the groundbreaking ceremony of Namibia Breweries Ltd’s (NBL) new coastal depot at Walvis Bay.
The construction of depot, expected to be completed towards the end of 2018, comprises a total investment of N$27 million. This includes purchasing new in Extension 14 at Walvis Bay.
Wessie van der Westhuizen, managing director of NBL, said the new depot will serve as an imminent relocation of its coastal depot from Swakopmund.
“The current property used at Swakopmund for distribution services used to serve as the Old Hansa Breweries until 2003 when the facility was closed. While all brewing and packaging equipment have been removed, a portion of the erf and buildings are currently being used for warehousing, admin and distribution services, with limited repair and maintenance services,” according to Van der Westhuizen.
The current deteriorating condition resulted in enquiries and concerns raised by the local community and municipal council, he said.
“After much deliberations and extensive discussions pertaining to the deteriorating condition of the existing building that posed major health and safety risks for our employees, customers and clients - and in line with our vision of being the most progressive and inspiring company as well as creating amazing experiences with enduring impact - a decision was reached to identify a new allocation for our coastal depot that would also complement the future economic growth in the harbour town.”
Van der Westhuizen stressed that the new facility will be world-class, with a pleasant and safe working environment.
“Health and safety precautions are critical to the future of any organisation. These are elements that should be taken seriously and nurtured through appreciation for both the employee and the customer, for they are our most valued assets,” he said.
The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, of which NamBrew is a subsidiary – enjoys a strong presence at the coast. This includes the recently opened Pick n Pay (PnP) store at the new Dunes Mall, the Strand Hotel Swakopmund, Kraatz and, Hangana Seafood at Walvis Bay, as well as NBL’s micro-brewery situated at the Brewer & Butcher Restaurant in the Strand Hotel.
The construction of depot, expected to be completed towards the end of 2018, comprises a total investment of N$27 million. This includes purchasing new in Extension 14 at Walvis Bay.
Wessie van der Westhuizen, managing director of NBL, said the new depot will serve as an imminent relocation of its coastal depot from Swakopmund.
“The current property used at Swakopmund for distribution services used to serve as the Old Hansa Breweries until 2003 when the facility was closed. While all brewing and packaging equipment have been removed, a portion of the erf and buildings are currently being used for warehousing, admin and distribution services, with limited repair and maintenance services,” according to Van der Westhuizen.
The current deteriorating condition resulted in enquiries and concerns raised by the local community and municipal council, he said.
“After much deliberations and extensive discussions pertaining to the deteriorating condition of the existing building that posed major health and safety risks for our employees, customers and clients - and in line with our vision of being the most progressive and inspiring company as well as creating amazing experiences with enduring impact - a decision was reached to identify a new allocation for our coastal depot that would also complement the future economic growth in the harbour town.”
Van der Westhuizen stressed that the new facility will be world-class, with a pleasant and safe working environment.
“Health and safety precautions are critical to the future of any organisation. These are elements that should be taken seriously and nurtured through appreciation for both the employee and the customer, for they are our most valued assets,” he said.
The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, of which NamBrew is a subsidiary – enjoys a strong presence at the coast. This includes the recently opened Pick n Pay (PnP) store at the new Dunes Mall, the Strand Hotel Swakopmund, Kraatz and, Hangana Seafood at Walvis Bay, as well as NBL’s micro-brewery situated at the Brewer & Butcher Restaurant in the Strand Hotel.
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