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Dunlop Belting Products at Mining Indaba 2026

Dunlop Belting CEO Mbuso Thabethe talks to Engineering News & Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.

9th February 2026

     

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Local manufacturer Dunlop Belting Products (DBP) is South Africa’s largest and only majority Black-owned manufacturer of conveyor belts, proudly holding Level 1 B-BBEE status. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, DBP stands at the forefront of conveyor technology, serving the mining, ports, agriculture, cement, and industrial sectors across Africa.

Its state-of-the-art research and developement (R&D) centre drives innovation, delivering lighter, stronger and safer conveyor solutions. Its technical team provides comprehensive support — from belt design and optimisation to on-site audits and total cost of ownership assessments.

Compliance and Certification

  • 9001:2015 accredited headquarters and manufacturing facility in Benoni, Gauteng.
  • Certified by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) for local content in mining products.
  • All products rigorously tested and certified to SANS, DIN, and international standards, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance.
  • Proudly South African member, reinforcing our commitment to local manufacturing and quality.

Operations and Capacity

  • World-class production site with a daily output exceeding 3 200 metres.
  • Current plant capacity: 1 200 km of conveyor belting per annum (following commissioning of new machinery in October 2025).
  • Eleven service branches strategically located across South Africa for rapid deployment and responsive support.

Investment and Future Plans

  • Continued expansion of production lines and R&D capabilities.
  • Technology upgrades and capacity enhancements to meet growing continental demand.

Empowerment and Sustainability

Recognised as a Top Empowerment Company; winner of the Job Creation Award at the 2024 Black Industrialist Conference.

Workforce diversity: 95% Black employees, 30% youth, with strong focus on skills development and transformation.

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