Coega Biomass Centre hosted an event exploring how locally produced wood pellets and boiler conversions help South African industries move away from fossil fuels. Guests toured the pellet factory and saw Cape Carbon's EcoFlame burner in action.

The Herald covers our 30,000-tonne wood pellet export to Europe, highlighting how biomass made from invasive alien plants and forestry residues supports renewable energy, environmental restoration and local jobs.

Coega Biomass Centre (CBC) proudly announces the appointment of Vernon Slack as its new Managing Director, effective April 1, 2026.

The appointment marks an important step as CBC enters its next phase of growth and operational improvement.

The first shipment of product from Coega Biomass Centre, based in Gqeberha, South Africa is a fact. The shipment of 10.000 tons of chips headed to a client in Europe where it will serve as a responsible alternative for fossil fuel.

According to SBP, an independent certification scheme for biomass used in large-scale energy production, Coega Biomass Centre is one of the key impact cases for unlocking the potential of biomass in a sustainable way.

The FSC® Forest Week has started. As Coega Biomass Centre, an FSC® license holder, we support this week, from September 21-27. By removing Alien Invasive Trees we contribute to the restoration of the natural habitats and water supply. How? Watch the video.