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Marnus Koorts, General Manager Pumps Products at Weir
Unplanned mine dewatering calls for Weir's custom solutions
8th November 2024

In both opencast and underground mines, unexpected water ingress can severely disrupt production unless an effective dewatering solution can be quickly applied; some forethought will go a long way... 


Municipalities urged to take urgent action on pollution
8th November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is urging municipalities to step up efforts to resolve pollution of South Africa’s rivers. Municipalities that are discharging raw sewerage into water... 


IMARC 2024 ends on a high, As Sydney confirmed for 2025
31st October 2024

Sydney will once again host Australia’s biggest business event, when the International Mining and Resources Conference and Expo (IMARC) returns in 2025. The announcement was made today at the ICC,... 


The Hazelmere dam
DWS commissions piano key weir dam at Hazelmere dam
28th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new piano key weir (PKW) dam has been commissioned by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) at the Hazelmere dam, in the Mdloti river in KwaZulu-Natal. The commissioning of the dam... 


Driving positive change together for AusIMM's International Women's Day Event Series 2025
Driving positive change together for AusIMM's International Women's Day Event Series 2025
28th October 2024

AusIMM, the peak body for resources professionals, is proud to announce the return of its acclaimed International Women's Day (IWD) Event Series in 2025. The Event Series celebrates women in mining... 


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New mine technologies on show
11th October 2024

Mining solutions provider Weir recently showcased its all-of-mine offerings while also unveiling a range of new technologies and solutions at MINExpo 2024. The company launched its ESCO NEXSYS GET... 


FLEXIBLE SOLUTION
The Multiflo diesel driven pontoon offers a flexible, mobile dewatering solution
Strategic approach enables effective dewatering
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

A key challenge in dewatering operations that are electrically operated lies within the interfacing, particularly when dealing with pumps at remote mining operations. This challenge involves the... 


Pumping tech enables recycling solution
11th October 2024

By integrating three technologies, industrial equipment supplier Monitor Engineering says industries can now recycle wastewater for applications typically reserved for clean water, offering a... 


DWS cautions of presence of cholera in Vaal, Harts rivers
9th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on Wednesday cautioned water users along the Vaal and Harts rivers in the North West and the Northern Cape of the presence of cholera. This followed a... 


Grant Potgieter, Strategic Services Manager at Weir
Lower TCO from OEM maintenance
3rd October 2024

( Virtual Showroom ) Achieving the best return on their plant investment is a primary goal for mines, and partnering with OEMs like Weir is a strategic way to enhance equipment performance while... 


Showcasing Weir’s all-of-mine capabilities at this year’s MINExpo
Showcasing Weir’s all-of-mine capabilities at this year’s MINExpo
25th September 2024

Weir is an innovative, end-to-end solutions provider focused on accelerating sustainable mining. Exhibiting at this year’s MINExpo, in the Central Hall Booth #8833, Weir will be showcasing its... 


Trafigura’s new boss is ex-soldier who says profit comes first
Trafigura’s new boss is ex-soldier who says profit comes first
23rd September 2024 By: Bloomberg

A couple of months ago, the man in line to be Trafigura’s next CEO, Richard Holtum, gathered the commodity trader’s staff in Singapore. His message was a simple one, according to several people... 


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Berg River Voëlvlei Augmentation Scheme, South Africa – update
20th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority has reported that good progress has been made at the project. 


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Latest technology furthers sustainability in mining
14th September 2024

The value of energy and water efficiency to a mine’s bottom line costs and their strategic sustainability goals has been highlighted by mining technology company Weir. A sustainability focus... 


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Rubber linings save pump costs
30th August 2024

Pumps that handle large particles are prone to wear and frequent downtime as a result of particle abrasion. Using rubber linings in these pumps has shown cost savings on components and maintenance,... 


Weir’s fully mobile plant can be move to any site and set up withing a few hours.
From smart mining to mobile crushing from Weir
28th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, visitors will be attracted to the Weir stand by innovations such as the Weir modular wheeled plant (WMWP), a fully mobile crushing and screening... 


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From smart mining to mobile crushing from Weir at Electra Mining Africa
20th August 2024

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, visitors will be attracted to the Weir stand by innovations such as the Weir Modular Wheeled Plant (WMWP), a fully mobile crushing and screening... 


Amanda Weir
Newcrest's Weir joins Perseus leadership team as COO
16th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Amanda Weir, who was chief transformational officer and senior VP of Canadian operations for Newcrest until the company was bought by Newmont last year, has joined the leadership team of... 


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Empowering women in mining - Weir's commitment to diversity and inclusion
9th August 2024

Weir Minerals is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce, empowering women in the mining industry. Recognising the unique perspectives and innovative ideas women bring to the... 


Image of the Enduron Orbital vibrating screen from Weir
Orbital screens engineered for longer life
8th August 2024

A new range of vibrating screens features an all-bolted construction for longer life. Recently launched by mining technology company Weir, the new screens are designed to meet the most demanding of... 


Marnus Koorts, General Manager for Pump Products at Weir
Rubber linings resist coarse particle abrasion in pumps
6th August 2024

Weir has found that its customers dealing with large particle abrasion in their pumps can save significantly on components and maintenance downtime by using rubber linings. According to Marnus... 


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State-of-the-art mining technologies on display
25th July 2024

Mining technology company Weir has outlined its planned exhibit for this year’s Electra Mining Africa show, noting that monitoring and control technology will be a major focus. A fully mobile... 


Corné Kleyn, Global Product Manager for Vibrating Screens at Weir
New ENDURON® Orbital screens feature all-bolted construction for longer life
24th July 2024

Weir, a global leader in innovative mining technology, has launched the all-new ENDURON® Orbital range of vibrating screens which feature an all-bolted construction for longer life. Engineered for... 


Improved wheeled plant solution enhances portability, flexibility on mining sites
Improved wheeled plant solution enhances portability, flexibility on mining sites
17th July 2024

In response to shifting market demands and evolving customer needs, mining technology company Weir has undertaken a significant redesign of its wheeled plant solution, known as the Weir Modular... 


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Berg River Voëlvlei Augmentation Scheme, South Africa – update
12th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The TCTA has reported that good progress had been made during the 2023/24 financial review. 


Mufaro Muzvondiwa, Process and Products Director at Weir Minerals Africa
From smart mining to portable crushing from Weir at Electra Mining Africa
1st July 2024

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, visitors will be attracted to the Weir stand by innovations such as the Weir Modular Wheeled Plant (WMWP), a fully mobile crushing and screening... 


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Unpacking the conditions for meeting burgeoning copper demand
31st May 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With copper demand expected to increase from 28.3-million tonnes in 2020 to 41-million tonnes by 2040 at a compound yearly growth rate of 1.85%, and many regions gearing up supply chains for... 


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Unpacking the conditions for meeting burgeoning copper demand
31st May 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With copper demand expected to increase from 28.3-million tonnes in 2020 to 41-million tonnes by 2040 at a compound yearly growth rate of 1.85%, and many regions gearing up supply chains for... 


Boitumelo Zimba, Rubber Product Manager at Weir Minerals Africa
New branding secures authenticity of Linatex premium rubber
27th May 2024

To reinforce the authenticity of its Linatex® premium rubber and protect its customers from inferior counterfeits, Weir Minerals has introduced new branding to its red iconic rubber recognised... 


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Redesigned wheeled plant concept introduced
24th May 2024

To meet the growing need for mobility and transportability of crushing and screening plants in both construction and mining, Weir Minerals Africa has introduced its modular wheeled plant (WMWP)... 


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Unlocking social and environmental benefits through tailings retreatment
10th May 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The retreatment, or remining, of mine tailings can provide usable land, provide profits for companies and clean the environment by moving the reprocessed tailings to more advanced and well-managed... 


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Unlocking social and environmental benefits through tailings retreatment
10th May 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The retreatment, or remining, of mine tailings can provide usable land, provide profits for companies and clean the environment by moving the reprocessed tailings to more advanced and well-managed... 


A Trio TC51 cone crusher with conveyer and cone surge hopper for processing material
Weir Minerals Africa reintroduces Wheeled Plant concept
8th May 2024

With the newly introduced Weir Modular Wheeled Plant (WMWP) concept from Weir Minerals Africa, crushing contractors in Africa can now move and transport their crushing and screening plants from one... 


Rick Menell
Rick Menell joins Perseus board as nonexec director
2nd May 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining veteran Rick Menell has joined the board of Africa-focused gold producer Perseus Mining as a nonexecutive, independent director. "I am extremely pleased to welcome Rick Menell to the board... 


Jeremy Weir
Trafigura CEO says copper must surpass $10 000/t to meet demand
17th April 2024 By: Bloomberg

In order to fill a potential supply gap of eight-million tons by 2034, mining companies need prices that are higher than $10 000/t and possibly as high as $12 000/t, says Trafigura Group CEO Jeremy... 


Accessing the growth potential of tailings retreatment and rehabilitation
Accessing the growth potential of tailings retreatment and rehabilitation
11th April 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

New research, developments in technology and advancements in equipment are unlocking significant growth opportunities in the extraction and treatment of tailings in South Africa. However, while... 


CEO of commodity trader Trafigura starts handover to successor
11th April 2024 By: Reuters

Jeremy Weir, longtime chief executive at commodities trader Trafigura, is priming successor Richard Holtum to take over when he decides to step back into a chairman role, five sources familiar... 


Jeremy Weir
Succession drama grips commodity trading’s billionaire factories
8th April 2024 By: Bloomberg

Trafigura Group has fired the starting gun on an era of upheaval at the top of the commodity trading world, with some of the biggest players preparing a new generation of leaders at a moment of... 


Top Trafigura executives retire as new generation steps up
Top Trafigura executives retire as new generation steps up
5th April 2024 By: Reuters

Two senior executives at global commodity trader Trafigura will retire this year, the company said on Friday, clearing the way for a new generation of management in the latest reshuffle at the... 


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Outlining the value of OEM parts
28th March 2024

The efficient operation of capital equipment is largely dependent on the quality of components and wear parts, says mining technology and original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Weir Minerals Africa.... 


Lebalelo is improving lives through water infrastructure for a thriving future in Limpopo
Lebalelo is improving lives through water infrastructure for a thriving future in Limpopo
20th March 2024

In celebration of Water Month and World Water Day, we at Lebalelo Water User Association (LWUA) reflect on our achievements in fulfilling our mandate of improving lives through the consistent... 


Marnus Koorts, General Manager Pump Products at Weir Minerals Africa
Lifecycle approach with OEM parts for sustainable pumping solutions
8th March 2024

Capital equipment like pumps operate only as well as their components and wear parts allow, so it makes little sense to risk this performance by installing a replicated part. “Mining and other... 


JON STANTON The demand for a significant increase in global copper production requires a multifaceted approach
Solutions provider aims to enhance mining productivity more sustainably
28th February 2024 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Global engineering solutions provider Weir aims to assist the mining industry to meet the surging global demand for critical minerals and metals in a more sustainable way. It aims to do this... 


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