Basil Read has built on a heritage spanning back to 1952. Under the guidance of group CEO, Marius Heyns, the company has moved from strength-to-strength to become one of the leading construction companies operating in Southern Africa today. In 2005, it obtained the rare distinction of becoming the first black-empowered construction company in South Africa, and today Basil Read is a proud level (4) 100% BBBEE contributor. In 2009, the group achieved a R4.5 billion rand turnover milestone with an order book that extends beyond 2011.

The various operational divisions, namely: Construction, Engineering, Mining and Developments are supported by various departments within the organisation. The company is operational throughout South Africa, and now also includes business operations outside our borders.

Basil Read’s strength lies in its ability to offer flexibility in design, cost-effective and innovative solutions, uncompromising safety standards and, most importantly, the ability to meet technically challenging, fast-tracked projects on time and within budget. It nurtures its client relationships and goes to great lengths to understand the complexities of each and every project, and then deliver through committed teamwork, integrity and hard work.