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Image of Epiroc’s SmartROC D65 battery-electric drill rig
First ever battery-electric drill rig showcased
24th October 2024

A pioneering new battery-electric drill rig was recently showcased at the MINExpo exhibition held in Las Vegas, US. Described as the first ever down-the-hole surface drill rig, Epiroc says its... 


Drone image of the Lance project facilities on October 9.
Lance uranium on track for December restart
16th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Lance uranium project, in Wyoming, remains on track to restart production in December, owner Peninsula Energy reported on Wednesday. Lance is one of the biggest uranium in-situ recovery... 


Image of  IO-link master modules from ifm
Field bus modules for coolant and food sectors
15th October 2024

Specialised housing materials and high ingress resistance, meeting IP 67 or IP 69K specifications, make ifm field bus modules specifically suited for use in coolant applications or used directly in... 


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Power supplies with IO-Link interface meet IP67 protection rating
11th October 2024

Automation solutions with components that are not mounted in a control cabinet have become increasingly popular, allowing components such as IO-Link master modules to be locally installed directly... 


Image of periodic table symbols for platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium and gold
Crocodile River mine restart project, South Africa – update
11th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Eastplats has commissioned a platinum group metals processing facility at the operation. 


Multiple projects planned in Sanral’s Western Region
4th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has a number of multibillion-rand projects in the pipeline in its Western Region, which includes the Western and Northern Cape provinces. On... 


Firms substituting cheaper aluminium for copper, trend growing
2nd October 2024 By: Reuters

Some companies in Asia and Europe are starting to substitute cheaper aluminium wire for copper and the trend is due to gain momentum as copper prices are expected to see further gains, consultancy... 


Cross section of copper cables
RMB assists in complex deal between Metier, sea cable recycler
17th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) has provided transaction support to private equity firm Metier towards acquiring Mertech Marine. Through its Sustainable Capital Fund II, Metier is focused on investing... 


Image of a trench dug next to the M5 by cable thieves
Cape Town’s Metal Theft Unit recovers 1.8 t of metal, 54 km of cable
16th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says its dedicated Metal Theft Unit (MTU) in the past year (ending June 30) recovered more than 1.8 t of metal and 54 km of stolen cable. “The scary thing is that for... 


Image of SEW MOVI-C drive technology from SEW-EURODRIVE
Greater selection of planetary drives available locally
14th September 2024

A greater selection of planetary drives has been introduced into South Africa and includes SEW-EURODRIVE’s SEW PPK series and the SEW P2.e series of planetary gear units. SEW-EURODRIVE company’s... 


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Continuous investment in research and development has enabled Fulltrades to adapt to the evolving demands of the industrial market
Modern mining solutions highlighted at MINExpo
13th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

US-based industrial supplier Fulltrades is set to unveil a series of advanced mining solutions at this year’s MINExpo in September, underscoring its commitment to driving innovation in the mining... 


Generic image of road construction
N2 Cape Town to get R2bn upgrade, R7bn to be spent on N1, Huguenot Tunnel – Sanral
12th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has a number of multibillion-rand projects in the pipeline in its Western Region, which includes the Western and Northern Cape. On a... 


Comms committee lauds ‘groundbreaking’ Seacom, ICT SMME chamber MoU
9th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies has welcomed the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Seacom South Africa and the ICT SMME Chamber. Portfolio... 


Sanral announces start of new R2.2bn phase of the N2 Wild Coast Road project
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) CEO Reginald Demana has announced the start of Package 4 of the N2 Wild Coast Road (N2WCR) project in the Eastern Cape. The R2.2-billion phase... 


The Lazaruss automated mine shaft scanner
Dwyka brings automated shaft scanning technology to African mines
4th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Mining technology company Dwyka Mining Services has entered into a partnership with Canadian technology company Point Laz to introduce the Lazaruss automated mine shaft scanner to the African... 


Cable theft
South Africa rail, power revamp hinges on ending cable theft
4th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The recovery of South Africa’s two biggest State-owned companies — beset by years of corruption and theft — relies on one common component: protecting thousands of miles of cables from theft and... 


SEW-Eurodrive national sales and marketing manager Jonathan McKey
SEW-EURODRIVE ‘closes the loop’ with more diverse range of drives, automation, sustainability solutions
2nd September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Power train solutions company SEW-EURODRIVE has announced that it is rolling out a wider selection of planetary drives as part of its ‘close the loop’ strategy, geared at servicing more industry... 


illegal mining access points
CoJ wants unified forum to address illegal mining scourge
29th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

The City of Johannesburg's (CoJ’s) Environment and Infrastructure Services Department (EISD) has called for the establishment of a unified forum to address illegal mining, emphasising the need for... 


new wing in Bara Unit takes flight
27th August 2024

R100 million expansion to Wits Roy McAlpine Burns Unit at Baragwanath Hospital officially opens to serve Soweto, SA, and Africa.  A new wing of the Burns Unit at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic... 


Msikaba bridge pylon spire
N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge project – Msikaba bridge, South Africa – update
23rd August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The South African National Roads Agency Limited has reported that the bridge is advancing well. 


Electrotron elevates utility’s conveyor safety through strategic innovations
Electrotron elevates utility’s conveyor safety through strategic innovations
23rd August 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

With a specialisation in longer conveyors, original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Electrotron has established itself as a key partner to State-owned power utility Eskom over the years, particularly... 


handcuffs
Rail infrastructure thieves receive lengthy prison sentences
22nd August 2024 By: Darren Parker

State-owned Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) has welcomed the conviction and sentencing of four people arrested in connection with the theft and damage of essential Transnet infrastructure that... 


BHP's first electric excavator operational at WA iron-ore mine
BHP's first electric excavator operational at WA iron-ore mine
22nd August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diversified major BHP has reported a milestone in its decarbonisation strategy with the introduction of its first electric excavator at the Yandi iron-ore mine in Pilbara, Western Australia. The... 


South Africa's telco industry calls for tech firms to help fund infrastructure
22nd August 2024 By: Reuters

South Africa's telecoms industry body is pushing for digital content and service providers to help pay for the roll out of network infrastructure because they generate a huge part of the internet... 


A cross-section of copper cables
US agency to join $225m investment in African fibre firm
21st August 2024 By: Bloomberg

A US development agency will be one of the main investors as African fibre company Liquid Telecommunication Holdings Ltd. seeks to raise $225 million in equity by the end of the year, according to... 


Terra Uranium and ATHA negotiating option agreements over Athabasca projects
20th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-V-listed ATHA Energy has announced a nonbinding letter of intent with ASX-listed Terra Uranium for potential option and joint venture (JV) agreements. Should the companies negotiate a... 


Wetility, A2Pay partner to provide affordable solar solutions for spaza shops
19th August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

In response to the impacts of frequent power outages on small businesses in underserved communities, particularly small and microenterprises such as spaza shops, an innovative partnership between... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa signs Electricity Regulation Amendment Act into law
16th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the much-anticipated Electricity Regulation Amendment (ERA) Act, which lays the legislative foundations for the establishment of a fully independent... 


Image of construction work on the Msikaba bridge on the N2
Sanral announces start of new R2.2bn phase on the N2 Wild Coast Road project
16th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) CEO Reginald Demana has announced the start of Package 4 of the N2 Wild Coast Road (N2WCR) project in the Eastern Cape. The R2.2-billion phase... 


Seacom celebrates 15th anniversary
16th August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications and managed services provider Seacom is celebrating 15 years since inception, reflecting back on the evolution of its, and Africa’s, information and communication technology and... 


Power lines
Rising prices are deepening the electricity divide in South Africa
14th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

Late last year, residents of Yeoville and Bellevue — crumbling inner city areas of Johannesburg — went without power for four weeks after a 63-year-old cable broke. For several months after, power... 


RS's own brand RS PRO to become a key partner for planned maintenance
RS's own brand RS PRO to become a key partner for planned maintenance
13th August 2024

RS PRO, the own brand of RS, offers a comprehensive selection of over 80 000 products spanning all industries and technologies. Renowned for its quality and extensive range, RS PRO is the Smart... 


WiM UK welcomes new chair
9th August 2024

Volunteer organisation Women in Mining UK (WiM UK) has announced the appointment of Gina Jardine as the new chair of the board, following an extensive search process. Jardine succeeds Carole Cable,... 


Infrastructure repair can support large-scale industrialisation, says Seifsa
8th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Infrastructure investment can unlock demand for the metals and engineering (M&E) sector, which has markets in the mining, agriculture, construction, automotive, logistics, water and the energy... 


Centaurus ups Jaguar resource estimate
6th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Australia-listed Centaurus Metals has announced a significant increase in both the size and confidence levels of the mineral resource for its flagship 100%-owned Jaguar nickel sulphide project in... 


Image of Cyril Ramaphosa
Eradicating crime can restore security critical to economic activity – Ramaphosa
5th August 2024 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that beyond the trauma and instability that crime causes in communities, it is also an impediment to economic growth and development. Ramaphosa wrote in... 


New partnership aims to tackle growing e-waste challenge through education, raising awareness among children
2nd August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

In an effort to mitigate growing electronic waste (e-waste) across South Africa, Cartoon Network Africa and registered producer responsibility organisation E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) have... 


Concor recently completed the final foundation cast for the San Kraal Wind Energy Facility in Noupoort, as part of the Koruson 1 Cluster.
Concor completes innovative turbine foundations at San Kraal
1st August 2024

Leading black-owned contractor, Concor company completed the hollow-cast of the last base at the San Kraal Wind Energy Facility in the Noupoort district, currently being developed by EDF Renewables... 


How Huawei safety advancements bring protection to your C&I investment
How Huawei safety advancements bring protection to your C&I investment
1st August 2024

African leaders have called for measures and policies that enable a transition from carbon intensive, to low carbon technologies. This will not only safeguard people and the environment, but will... 


‘Unconscionable’ to return allocated money instead of fixing potholes – Creecy
26th July 2024 By: Irma Venter

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says “immediate attention” will be given to the “critical issue” of the underspending of funding allocated to road maintenance and road construction by both... 


Image of battery energy storage system
Harker battery energy storage system, UK
26th July 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Recurrent Energy and Windel Energy plan to build and energise a battery energy storage system with associated infrastructure in Carlisle, Cumberland. 


Graphics showing the new expanded facility
Africa Data Centres adds 6 MW of capacity to Cape Town facility
25th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Data centre infrastructure company Africa Data Centres has added three halls, totalling 6 MW of IT load capacity that is now live, to its CPT1 facility in Cape Town, thereby doubling its capacity.... 


The above image depicts the solar high masts from ZRW Mechanika
Solar equipment supplier illuminates S Africa’s informal settlements
19th July 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Solar energy and lighting solutions provider ZRW Mechanika has successfully combined LED technology with renewable solar power to create its portable solar systems to provide lighting for informal... 


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