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Electric forklifts lead the charge in materials handling
Electric forklifts lead the charge in materials handling
19th May 2025

As industries transition toward more sustainable and efficient operations, electric forklifts powered by lithium-ion batteries are leading the change. With zero emissions, faster charging times and... 


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Hydrox nearing commercialisation of hydrogen technology, opportunities abound for saving curtailed energy
19th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Hydrogen technology company Hydrox Holdings is progressing the development of its pioneer Divergent-Electrode-Flow-Through (DEFT) hydrogen technology, a membrane-less electrolyser, with the company... 


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Automotive 2025: Challenges and Innovation
16th May 2025

Creamer Media’s ‘Automotive 2025: Challenges and Innovation’ report outlines the current status and outlook of South Africa’s automotive sector, which remains a key contributor to GDP and exports.... 


Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking Head of Debt Financing Solutions Brydone Graham
Standard Bank successfully leads restructure of local automotive group’s debt
16th May 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Africa‘s biggest bank, in terms of assets, Standard Bank, has reported that it has successfully worked with South African automotive group Metair to restructure the latter’s debt. Metair is valued... 


Blue Label proposes restructure ahead of possible Cell C listing
16th May 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

JSE-listed Blue Label on Friday said it is considering a possible restructure to facilitate a separation and potential future listing of Cell C on the JSE. The proposed restructure, with various... 


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Direct air route available to Copperbelt pays off
16th May 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

In response to persistent supply chain challenges faced by mining companies operating in Zambia’s Copperbelt, Dutch logistics firm C.Steinweg Logistics launched a direct air freight service, from... 


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Firm’s industrial valves improve operationality, efficiency
16th May 2025

Industrial solutions provider BMG’s Fluid Technology division supplies and supports an extensive range of components for fluid technology systems and general industrial applications. BMG’s strategy... 


Closed-loop green hydrogen project announced in East London IDZ
Closed-loop green hydrogen project announced in East London IDZ
16th May 2025

A request for proposal (RFP) process has been launched to inform the front-end engineering design (FEED) study for a fully integrated green hydrogen project at the East London Industrial... 


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SA manufacturers mull ways to navigate fast-changing global trade environment
16th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African manufacturing sector continues to face pressures associated with weak domestic growth and infrastructure backlogs, which are being exacerbated by intensifying global headwinds... 


Mahindra hits second sales record this year
16th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Mahindra bakkie and sports-utility vehicle sales jumped to 2 253 vehicles in March, setting a new monthly record for the Indian brand. This number is almost 40% higher than Mahindra’s previous... 


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SA manufacturers mull ways to navigate fast-changing global trade environment
16th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African manufacturing sector continues to face pressures associated with weak domestic growth and infrastructure backlogs, which are being exacerbated by intensifying global headwinds... 


Auto industry wants to continue exporting to the US; 2024 data show balanced trade – naamsa
Auto industry wants to continue exporting to the US; 2024 data show balanced trade – naamsa
15th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

When President Cyril Ramaphosa and his delegation travels to the US next week to meet with the Trump administration, they will do so with some guidance in hand from the local automotive industry.... 


Ford South Africa unpacks new procedures to produce battery packs
Ford South Africa unpacks new procedures to produce battery packs
15th May 2025

Ford South Africa in April shipped its first batch of locally produced plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) Rangers for the European, New Zealand and Australian markets. Marleny Arnoldi visited... 


Survival of the most adaptive
Survival of the most adaptive
14th May 2025

Business today is marked by disruptions ranging from shifting trade dynamics, geopolitical conflicts, climate catastrophes and energy crises, among many others. An adaptive organisation can quickly... 


Survival of the most adaptive
14th May 2025

In today's complex and volatile supply chain landscape, only adaptive organisations will survive and thrive, says supply chain industry body SAPICS.  


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Jeep, Citroën, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen and Volvo recall various vehicle models
14th May 2025 By: Darren Parker

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced that various Jeep, Citroën, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen (VW) and Volvo vehicle models have been recalled. Stellantis South Africa informed... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy
Creecy confirms passenger rail RFI imminent
13th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As rail reforms continue to take shape in South Africa, particularly with Transnet having published a Network Statement paving the way for private operators in December last year, Transport... 


Ford SA launches programme for specialised commercial vehicle conversions
Ford SA launches programme for specialised commercial vehicle conversions
13th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Ford SA) has launched the Ford Pro Convertor (FPC) programme for commercial market customers seeking specialised vehicle conversions. The programme allows... 


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Transnet, Transnet Engineering open for collaboration as part of turnaround plans
13th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Rolling stock manufacturer and maintenance company Transnet Engineering on May 12 held an Industry Day at its Pretoria facility, as part of its aim to be transparent, during which the division, and... 


Hella Automotive South Africa key account manager Zander Botha
HELLA's contribution to agriculture extends beyond lighting
13th May 2025

At this year’s Nampo Harvest Day, HELLA Automotive is spotlighting its advanced lighting and electronic solutions tailored for the agricultural sector. From the new Antares 9” LED driving lights to... 


The simpler, the better: Measuring devices  for level measurement with best-in-class  simplicity and the highest efficiency
The simpler, the better: Measuring devices for level measurement with best-in-class simplicity and the highest efficiency
12th May 2025

Endress+Hauser’s latest Micropilot family is made for continuous and non-contact level measurement with 80GHz radar technology. The new radar sensors are the perfect match for all main applications... 


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Astron Energy introduces new solution for varnish
12th May 2025

At Astron Energy, we don’t accept the status quo, particularly when challenges are industry-wide and costly. We sat down with Astron Energy Technical Specialist Faiz Regal to find out which big... 


Train tracks on dry, rocky ground.
Urgent fixes prioritised in rail revival funding plan
9th May 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

State-owned rail freight company Transnet’s Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) outlined a structured plan to raise the funding needed to revitalise South Africa’s deteriorating rail infrastructure.... 


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Platinum sponsor to awe Enlit attendees
9th May 2025 By: Halima Frost

In the build-up to this year’s Enlit Africa 2025, electromechanical equipment manufacturer and distributor Actom announced a slew of activities taking place at its stand. “As a platinum sponsor to... 


Customs in a clean age
9th May 2025 By: Riaan de Lange

If you are involved in the renewable energy value chain – specifically the solar PV value chain, wind energy value chain, and battery energy storage system (BESS) value chain – then your... 


Amsted Reelin
The dawn of new technology in Southern African railways
9th May 2025

Amsted Reelin an Amsted Rail global partner, is introducing exciting new rail technology to Africa. Ushering in the latest advancements for rail freight wagons, Amsted Reelin aims to address the... 


CENTA Group: A trusted partner in complete fire protecti
CENTA Group: A trusted partner in complete fire protecti
9th May 2025

With over 30 years of unwavering dedication, CENTA Group has established itself as a leading provider of comprehensive fire protection solutions across South Africa, Southern Africa and the Indian... 


Durban Container Terminal receives components for first two of four ship-to-shore cranes
8th May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2 has received components for the first two of four ship-to-shore cranes, each valued at R242-million, State-owned Transnet Port Terminals says. The cranes will... 


DBSA supporting urban development through GEF-funded programme
8th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Development finance institution the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has highlighted its role in advancing sustainable infrastructure development in partnership with the Global... 


DBSA Drives Sustainable Urban Development Through GEF-Funded Initiative
8th May 2025

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) continues to play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable infrastructure development through its partnership with the Global Environment Facility... 


Vesconite Bearings development engineer and consultant Muller Vermaak speaks about Ultrablack skid plates and slats for combine harvesters.
Ultrablack enhances combine harvester performance
8th May 2025

Proudly South African wear parts manufacturer Vesconite Bearings’ high-wear, high-abrasion-resistant material Ultrablack offers a unique blend of self-lubrication, abrasion-resistance and high... 


M23 rebels in the DRC
Prices of aerospace material tantalite hit two-year highs on Congo unrest
7th May 2025 By: Reuters

Tantalite prices hit two-year highs in Europe last week, driven by supply disruptions stemming from tensions in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the world's leading producer of the mineral that... 


SEW-EURODRIVE business development electronics manager Willem Strydom
SEW-EURODRIVE highlights automation capabilities at AATF
6th May 2025

Drive technology and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE is showcasing its various innovative automation solutions at the thirteenth Africa Automation Technology Fair, which is being held at... 


Kingsland kicks off scoping study for NT graphite project
6th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exploration and development company Kingsland Minerals has appointed GR Engineering Services (GRES) to lead a scoping study for its Leliyn graphite project in Australia’s Northern Territory. The... 


Empty container handlers go electric
Empty container handlers go electric
5th May 2025

As ports and container depots accelerate efforts to minimise greenhouse gas emissions and reduce their carbon footprints, the need to transition from diesel to electric equipment has become... 


A Condra portal crane
Single Crane solution for Ngwadini
5th May 2025

(Virtual Showroom) A single, purpose-built Condra top gantry crane is to service Ngwadini Dam, currently under construction as part of the Lower uMkhomazi bulk water supply project, KwaZulu-Natal,... 


Unreliable readings, costly consequences: why breathalyser accuracy is essential
Unreliable readings, costly consequences: why breathalyser accuracy is essential
5th May 2025

By: Rhys Evans - Managing Director at ALCO-Safe (Virtual Showroom) In safety-critical sectors, the reliability of breathalyser testing must be unquestionable. The potential for miscalibration... 


Panellists highlight challenges, opportunities in localising manufacturing
Panellists highlight challenges, opportunities in localising manufacturing
4th May 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Import tariffs announced and, in some instances implemented, by US President Donald Trump have contributed to significant changes to global trade and pose significant challenges for the South... 


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Window of opportunity
2nd May 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The full implications for South Africa of US President Donald Trump’s untargeted trade and industrial policies are not yet fully known. They are unlikely to be pain-free, however. Besides for the... 


Auto component tariff impact to be felt in US ahead of South Africa – Naacam
2nd May 2025 By: Irma Venter

The immediate impact of a raft of new import tariffs on direct component exports from South Africa to the US is most likely to be felt there first, rather than here, says National Association of... 


MMS Group of Companies
MMS Group of Companies
2nd May 2025

Mining machine manufacturer Mining Maintenance Services (MMS) designs and manufactures underground coal mining machines that deliver solutions to customer challenges. These machines, albeit for... 


REDUCING OPERATIONAL COSTS The E-Drive system of the 944 X-Tier wheel loader enables it to burn 13% to 33% less fuel compared to conventionally driven wheel loaders
Hybrid wheel loader introduced to the African market
2nd May 2025

Suitable for opencast mining operations, equipment manufacturer John Deere launched its 944 X-Tier wheel loader to the African market towards the end of February. The wheel loader is designed to... 


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Truck firm set to bolster sustainable transport solutions
2nd May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The sub-Saharan Africa arm of the Japanese commercial vehicle manufacturer UD Trucks, UD Trucks Southern Africa (UDTSA), announced its plans to bring sustainable transport solutions to the South... 


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