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JAE and Ferrit introduce utility vehicle for underground mining
30th July 2025

South African original-equipment manufacturer JA Engineering has, in partnership with Czech Republic OEM Ferrit, launched a new heavy-duty utility vehicle for use in underground mining. Darren... 


Babcock, Volvo showcase new gen machines to SA market
23rd July 2025

Engineering and plant services provider Babcock and machine industry company Volvo Construction Equipment in June launched the new generation of Volvo articulated haulers and excavators to the... 


Lanseria to get several major upgrades
16th July 2025

At the recent 2025 Aero South Africa trade show held at Lanseria International Airport, in Gauteng, a series of planned upgrades to the facility were revealed.  


Schneider Electric launches its first Innovation Hub in Africa
9th July 2025

Energy and automation company Schneider Electric launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa at its new head office in Midrand, Gauteng. The Innovation Hub now forms part of Schneider Electric’s... 


Tiger Brands invests in small white bean value chain
2nd July 2025

JSE-listed fastmoving goods manufacturer Tiger Brands has been investing in its farming value chain to get closer to the source where products are cultivated and increase localisation of its... 


ACTOM's LH Marthinusen division launches R32m industrial fan factory
24th June 2025

Transformer manufacturer LH Marthinusen, a division of electromechanical equipment manufacturer ACTOM, has launched its new R32-million industrial fan production facility, in Germiston, in Gauteng.... 


Nissan Navara Warrior takes on Spirit of Africa challenge
18th June 2025

Automotive manufacturer Nissan’s recently launched Navara PRO-4X Warrior will serve as the official 4x4 of the Nissan Spirit of Africa Trophy driving challenge, now in its twenty-first year and the... 


Astec showcases benefits of modular plants
11th June 2025

During a recent equipment factory tour, multinational original-equipment manufacturer group Astec Industries highlighted the facility's 106-year legacy in manufacturing crushers, showcasing... 


PepsiCo enhances sustainability measures at Isando factory
4th June 2025

As part of its focus on innovation, safety and sustainability, food and beverage corporation PepsiCo South Africa’s Isando factory, in Gauteng, boasts an on-site anaerobic digestor that converts... 


Vukile launches revamped Bedworth Centre
28th May 2025

JSE-listed Vukile Property Fund has launched its revamped Bedworth Centre, in Vereeniging, following a redevelopment project that started last year.  


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Govt sets out plan to derisk private grid projects
1st August 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the launch of the much-anticipated process to shortlist bidders for South Africa’s inaugural procurement of independent transmission projects, or... 


Freight logistics, electricity sector reforms in the spotlight
25th July 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses a business organisation's frustration with Transnet; indications that reforms in the electricity sector are not moving ahead as expected; and... 


Nersa starts process to set rules for electricity trading
18th July 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the National Energy Regulator of South Africa's (Nersa's) start of a belated process to finalise rules for electricity traders and what this says... 


South Africa to continue talks with US on 30% tariff
11th July 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the implications of a 30% tariff imposed by the US on imports from South Africa from August 1. 


Cabinet endorses support for SA's embattled ferrochrome sector
4th July 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the plan endorsed by Cabinet to support South Africa embattled ferrochrome sector through export restriction on chrome ore and lower electricity... 


Private sector eyes freight logistics shake-up amid calls for immediate investment
27th June 2025

Much interest is being shown in relation to the opening of the freight logistics system to private sector participation. But there is also an urgent need for immediate investment. Engineering News... 


Eskom confirms 5 GW 'repowering' pipeline
20th June 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the latest developments with Eskom's repowering initiative under its Just Energy Transition strategy. 


Big changes on the way for South Africa's electricity market
13th June 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses big changes in the electricity sector, linked to the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act; the vertical separation of the transmission business... 


Municipal electricity distribution in the spotlight
6th June 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the OECD's findings on electricity reform in South Africa, as published in its latest survey of the South Africa economy. 


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Treasury optimistic R2bn smart-meter scheme can help arrest Eskom arrear debt crisis
3rd September 2025

Having rolled-out 67 000 smart meters across eight pilot municipalities in 2024/25 as part of an effort to improve revenue management at municipalities that owe Eskom billions in outstanding arear... 


Harmony’s starting to show the world that gold mining in South Africa is good business
29th August 2025

Harmony Gold Mining Company, South Africa’s biggest gold mining company, is proving itself to be a great South African asset and it’s booming at the moment, not only because the gold price is so... 


Major issues bubbling under in the steel sector
29th August 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses some of the hot-button issues in the steel sector, including the preliminary determination of steel tariffs; questions about the future of... 


Firms across steel value chain gear up to reply to Itac’s sweeping tariff proposal
27th August 2025

Companies across South Africa’s steel value chain are gearing up to submit responses to a preliminary determination by the International Trade Commission of South Africa (Itac) that proposes the... 


Warning that qualifying criteria for private grid procurement could sideline domestic industry
26th August 2025

Concern continues to be raised over the technical and financial criteria being used to prequalify bidders for South Africa’s inaugural independent transmission project (ITP) tender, which critics... 


First 11 train operators selected for 41 routes as South Africa takes big step in opening freight rail to private sector
22nd August 2025

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has announced that 11 of the 25 private train operating companies (TOCs) that applied to operate routes on Transnet’s rail network have met the requirements to do... 


Eskom launches renewables offtake scheme despite its objections to traders
22nd August 2025

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses Eskom's invitation to large electricity users to bid for 291 MW of solar electricity that it is preparing to build and trade and the questions this... 


Growthpoint, Fuel Switch launch blockchain-enabled Renewable Energy Certificate exchange
21st August 2025

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Growthpoint Properties said it is giving a massive boost to Africa’s first open blockchain-enabled REC exchange, Fuel Switch, while unlocking... 


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On-The-Air (12/09/2025)
12th September 2025

Martin Creamer discusses significant developments in the mining industry. Pan African Minerals is planning to mine 500,000 ounces of gold, a new mining method that will cut costs and slash mine... 

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On-The-Air (05/09/2025)
5th September 2025

Martin Creamer talks about Prieska Power funding and optimised pure rare earth product. 

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On-The-Air (29/08/2025)
29th August 2025

Martin Creamer talks a logistics deal, continuous excavation tech and Harmony's results in focus  

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On-The-Air (22/08/2025)
22nd August 2025

Martin Creamer talks about DRDGOLD, Exxaro investments, and surging nickel demand in focus. 

On-The-Air (08/08/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about ferromanganese; platinum group metals and gold price.  


On-The-Air (01/08/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Valterra Platinum, De Beers and Kumba Iron Ore 


On-The-Air (25/07/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Kumba exports, Seriti wind turbine and data centres are demanding major investment in new power stations 


On-The-Air (18/07/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about platinum tariffs, Transnet deal with UMK and Waterberg. 


On-The-Air (11/07/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Shanghai platinum event; green hydrogen project in Nelson Mandela Bay and palladium to reduce high water treatment costs. 


On-The-Air (04/07/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about SA mining’s economic potential, cadastre delays, and greener BHP shipping in focus. 


On-The-Air (27/06/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about the London Indaba and Richards Bay Minerals. 


On-The-Air (20/06/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about the hydrogen economy, solar power and mining wealth. 


On-The-Air (13/06/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Shanghai Platinum Week; gold recovery in Australia and copper mining in Northern Cape. 


On-The-Air (06/06/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Mintek, Bulgarian hydrogen collaboration and storing hydrogen is best way to store green energy. 


On-The-Air (30/05/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Copper 360 under new leadership, draft Minerals Bill and global green hydrogen market  


On-The-Air (23/05/2025)

Martin Creamer talks about Shuka Minerals, platinum recovery tech and platinum bar sales. 


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