From a small private concern founded in 1952, Basil Read has grown to become one of South Africa’s leading construction companies and a JSE-listed blue chip investment. It offers services across the full spectrum of the construction industry, spanning buildings, opencast mining, road construction and civil engineering.

In 2005, Basil Read reached a milestone by becoming the first black empowerment construction company, and we continue to be the leading empowerment company in our sector. We also enjoy the competitive advantage of a long-standing partnership with global construction groups Bouygues Travaux Publics SA.

Even in tough economic conditions, Basil Read is still delivering outstanding investor returns with earnings well above expectations. In 2009, we will meet our target turnover of R4.5 billion and our order book is full until 2011. If you’re looking for a solid investment that’s bucking current market trends, get bullish about Basil Read.

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