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Index shows positive growth for value added by the construction sector
22nd June 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The poor performance of the South African economy over the past two quarters was evident in construction sector activity, with the Afrimat Construction Index (ACi) have declined by 8.6% in the... 


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Afrimat diversifies further with Lafarge South Africa acquisition
20th June 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The share price of mining and materials company Afrimat rose by more than 12% on June 20 after it announced the planned acquisition of Lafarge South Africa (LSA), including all its subsidiaries,... 


ECSA recognises CCSA as a voluntary association
19th June 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation Cement and Concrete South Africa (CCSA) has been recognised as a voluntary association by statutory body the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Category B... 


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Extreme weather erodes road networks
16th June 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Extreme weather associated with climate change has resulted in many roads becoming impassable, sustaining serious damage or being completely destroyed. The South African roads industry has sought... 


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Taking oil out of bitumen
16th June 2023

Instant Bio-Bitumen, a carbon-negative alternative to conventional bitumen derived from the refining of crude oil for use as the binder in asphalt products, is currently being tested by asphalt... 


CyBe’s mobile 3D concrete printer in use at the University of Johannesburg
SAHIF, Dutch company partner on earthquake-proof 3D-printed concrete houses
15th June 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Real estate investment fund the South African Housing & Infrastructure Fund (SAHIF) has announced that it plans to roll out innovative three-dimensional (3D) concrete-printed homes in South Africa.... 


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Infrastructure projects critical to sector’s growth
9th June 2023 By: Halima Frost

The cement and concrete industry is stagnant and the only avenue for rejuvenation is the implementation of some of the infrastructure projects for which government has allocated over R900-billion,... 


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Event promotes sector research
9th June 2023 By: Halima Frost

Industry body Cement & Concrete South Africa (CCSA) will host its second biennial Young Concrete Researchers, Engineering and Technologists Symposium (YCRETS) from July 12 to 14. The event is aimed... 


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All-electric mixer launched, tested
9th June 2023

Global innovative and sustainable building solutions developer Holcim tested an all-electric concrete mixer truck last month. The eMixer was officially presented to the industry at international... 


Nigeria's BUA gets $500m funding to develop new cement lines
6th June 2023 By: Reuters

Nigeria's BUA Cement has received $500-million in financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and other lenders to boost production, the organisations said on Tuesday. The IFC and... 


UAV expo set for September
26th May 2023

The organisers of Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced an impressive list of more than 135 top unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)... 


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Big goals for construction event
26th May 2023

This year’s Big 5 Construct Southern Africa is being held with the aim of driving economic growth, recovery and transformation within Southern Africa’s construction industry. The Big 5 Construct... 


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Contracting makes for global debate
26th May 2023 By: Halima Frost

The question of whether engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) or engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) is a preferred or advisable contracting strategy in the South... 


Association claims ‘something is rotten’ in construction sector as five of its long-standing members fold
26th May 2023 By: Irma Venter

The Master Builders Association (MBA) North reports that five of its long-standing members went out of business during the course of last year.  The association’s executive director, Mohau... 


Raubex sees 17% uptick in order book, 35% jump in profit
26th May 2023 By: Irma Venter

Construction group Raubex says it has seen a “pleasing” 17% increase in its order book for the financial year ended February 28, to R20-billion, up from R17.1-billion in the previous year. About... 


Firm selected as supplier of choice
26th May 2023 By: Halima Frost

A prominent South African property development firm has opted to use technology and connectivity provider Lighter Than Air Network’s (LTA’s) devices to monitor and capture critical environment... 


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Risk solutions provider growing African footprint
26th May 2023 By: Halima Frost

Since its establishment in 2021, risk mitigation solutions provider Africa Speciality Risk (ASR) has set its sights on consolidating its underwriting activities in South Africa as part of its... 


PPC's Hercules cement plant
PPC's shares to be available for trade on A2X from May 30
24th May 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Cement, aggregates, readymix and fly ash producer PPC has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets, with its shares to be available for trade on the exchange from May 30. PPC will... 


Barloworld CEO Dominic Sewela
Barloworld expects construction sector to rebound in coming months
22nd May 2023 By: Darren Parker

Industrial processing, distribution and services company Barloworld expects the construction industry in Southern Africa will recover in the coming months as infrastructure and energy projects gain... 


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Automated cranes gain traction despite concerns
19th May 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid increasing automation in Africa’s overhead crane industry, local crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has noted a significant increase in the number of tender documents specifying provision for... 


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Danone NutriDay crowns winner of Tubs2Classrooms competition
17th May 2023

Food company Danone NutriDay announced in April Nageng Primary School in Gauteng as the beneficiary of its NutriDay Tubs2Classrooms learning centre. The company will build a library for the school,... 


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Raubex sees 17% uptick in order book, 35% jump in profit
15th May 2023 By: Irma Venter

Construction group Raubex says it has seen a “pleasing” 17% increase in its order book for the financial year ended February 28, to R20-billion, up from R17.1-billion in the previous year. Around... 


SADPO vice chairperson Lyndon de Meillon
Lack of energy, logistics challenges eroding emerging miners' profitability, viability
5th May 2023 By: Schalk Burger

The significant electricity shortages in South Africa and the significant logistics constraints, especially for bulk commodities, are eroding junior and emerging miners' profitability, with some... 


An emerald and metallic green electric truck manufactured by Volvo has been delivered to Morocco as a continent first
New electric trucks destined for S Africa
5th May 2023 By: Halima Frost

On the back of delivering the first ever heavy electric truck to the African continent last month, global manufacturer Volvo says it will deliver its first FM electric truck tractor to a client in... 


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Spate of bankruptcies points to rise of unscrupulous practices – MBA
4th May 2023 By: Irma Venter

The Master Builders Association (MBA) North reports that five of its long-standing members went out of business during the course of last year.  The association’s executive director, Mohau... 


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Aveng disposes of Trident Steel for R1.2bn, eliminates South African debt
3rd May 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Infrastructure and resources company Aveng has completed the disposal of steel solutions company Trident Steel for R1.22-billion. "Post the closing of the sale of Trident, Aveng’s South African... 


Tata Chemicals fails to have 40% antidumping duty on US soda ash axed
3rd May 2023 By: Darren Parker

The High Court has upheld the decision by the International Trade Administration Commission (Itac) to increase the imposition of antidumping duties from 8% to 40% on Indian chemical company Tata... 


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Producer’s branch targets safety critical applications
28th April 2023

According to steel fabricator Macsteel Special Steels Bright Bar in Meyerton, Gauteng, a division of Macsteel South Africa, its Bright Bar range has been created for safety critical applications.... 


Three gentlemen stood in frony of a yellow cutting machine from First Cut and Special Steels from left to right Harry Botha, Reggie Chiliza Eben van Eeden
Partnership shows success
28th April 2023

According to specialised steel engineer and manufacturer Special Steels sales manager Eben van Eeden the relationship between itself and South African cutting, welding and grinding consumables... 


Construction resumes on KZN barrier wall to combat cross-border crime
24th April 2023 By: Yvonne Silaule

As part of efforts to fight against cross-border crimes, the KwaZulu-Natal government, working with the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DWPI), is fast-tracking the construction of a... 


Firming commodities demand, post-Covid stimulus packages and greater infrastructure spend drive up demand for Bell dump trucks
21st April 2023 By: Irma Venter

Increased commodity demand, post-Covid-19 stimulus packages and expanded infrastructure spending in several markets have all combined to drive up demand for Bell’s articulated dump trucks (ADTs),... 


BOOSTING FUEL FARMS
Self-bunded tanks are fitted with BMG’s OMTEC spin-on filters that have been specially designed for installation in the pumping compartment to ensure high quality fuel
Supplier provides fuel bunded tanks for efficient filtration
21st April 2023

A growing area of industrial equipment supplier BMG’s filtration services is in bulk fuel filtration. Self-bunded tanks, which are used on fuel farms, are fitted with BMG’s OMTEC spin-on filters... 


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Procurement to become key as construction companies decarbonise – McKinsey
20th April 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The latest research from global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company emphasises that procurement in construction companies will play a pivotal role as they navigate uncertainty and try to... 


Global steel demand to rebound by 2.3% this year
Global steel demand to rebound by 2.3% this year
19th April 2023 By: Darren Parker

The World Steel Association (worldsteel) expects steel demand to rebound by 2.3% this year to reach more than 1.82-billion tonnes.  In its Short Range Outlook (SRO) for steel demand for 2023 and... 


Large rolls of flat rolled steel, set for distribution to manufactures according to the Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association
Sector stays sturdy despite challenges
7th April 2023 By: Halima Frost

The stainless steel sector remains steadfast in its resilience, and is even more determined to fight for its well-deserved place in growing the South African economy, says Southern Africa Stainless... 


An aerial view of the sizable manufacturing facility at Columbus stainless in Middleburg South Africa, with buildings, storage facilities and waste water facility as well
Steel producer continues to grow manufacturing capacity
7th April 2023

Spain-based global stainless-steel producer Acerinox says its global footprint has transformed it into one of the most competitive producers of stainless steels and nickel alloys. The company... 


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