Chevron South Africa has played an important role in South Africa, meeting the country's fuel needs since 1911. This year, Chevron celebrates 100 years of operations in South Africa while the Caltex™ brand commemorates 75 years.
In 1936, a partnership between Chevron and Texaco created Caltex. In 1966, Caltex bolstered our standing as a key South Africa investor with the construction of a refinery in Cape Town.
Chevron South Africa has a long track record of contributing to the economy of South Africa while operating safely and protecting the environment.
Health, Environment and Safety
Chevron South Africa is committed to the highest health, environment and safety standards.
South Africa was one of several countries chosen to participate in Chevron's Arrive Alive program, which focused on reducing driving accidents among employees, their families and those they interact with.
Employees benefit from Chevron South Africa's HIV/AIDS awareness program, which teaches them how to keep themselves and their families healthy. The program encourages voluntary AIDS testing and then educates those who test negative on how to stay that way. Those who test positive are shown how they can prolong their lives and stay productive. Through the increased awareness and support it provides, the program is having a positive impact on our employees, the economy and the future of South Africa.
A water recycling plant at the Cape Town refinery produces all of the water needed in the refining process, reducing the facility's consumption of drinkable water. Every month, the water conserved by the refinery is the equivalent of that used by 6,000 homes. The recycling plant also reduces the refinery's burden on the city's sewage facility.
Economy
Chevron South Africa's manufacturing, marketing, distribution and support services sites employ approximately 1,200 people. The multiplier effect of wages, salaries and business investments makes Chevron South Africa an important contributor to South Africa's economy.
In addition, our operations transfer knowledge and experience to South Africans and bring the latest technologies to the country.
Updated: March 2011