Future 50: Van Ryn Rubber - Four decades of manufacturing excellence in Pinetown

Founded in 1979, Van Ryn Rubber has grown into a high-volume rubber manufacturing business based in Maxmead. Now led by Shannon Proctor, the company has evolved over more than four decades into a manufacturer supplying industries across South Africa and international markets, producing high-specification components used in automotive, industrial and infrastructure applications. From its facility in Maxmead, Van Ryn Rubber processes approximately 500 tonnes of raw rubber each month and produces up to 17 million items.