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SA company secures motor control panel order from Uganda mine
4th April 2025

As iTek Drives continues to expand its reached into Africa, the company is preparing to build motor control panels for a mine in Uganda. This order will be shipped with variable frequency drives... 


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New data, computing platform launched
4th April 2025 By: Halima Frost

Seequent Evo – a new geoscience data and computing platform that allows for integrated workflows and collaboration – was launched by subsurface solutions company Seequent, the Bentley subsurface... 


SUSTAINABLE PLATFORM
The upcoming West African Mining & Power Expo will provide a platform for industry professionals, policy makers and researchers
Expo to drive investment, sustainability in West Africa
4th April 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Governments in West Africa can promote long-term development in the mining and power sectors by adopting strategic approaches and strengthening fiscal regimes with transparent, stable policies,... 


Ventilation, cooling advancements enhance efficiency
4th April 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Mine ventilation and cooling technology are being advanced by energy and industrial gas solutions provider Chart Industries to meet the growing demands of deep-level mining through leveraging its... 


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Weighing solution aids accuracy
4th April 2025

Through its X-Act Scale Controller and weighing systems, measuring instruments supplier Autotech Weighing Systems offers efficiency, accuracy and cost-effectiveness to sugar mills. Autotech’s... 


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Logistics firm supports Eswatini’s industry
4th April 2025

Through diversifying its operations and pursuing innovation, integrated supply chain and transport logistics provider Cargo Carriers continues to facilitate growth and efficiency in Eswatini’s... 


John Deere motor graders aim to deliver precision and power
4th April 2025

Construction and forestry equipment supplier John Deere’s motor graders are among its standout offerings, designed to deliver precision, productivity and operator comfort in demanding site... 


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Heavy-duty belt performs optimally in harsh conditions
4th April 2025

BMG’s extensive range of specialised Gates belting includes heavy-duty Predato V-belts, which were specially designed to meet the challenges of drives that need to perform optimally in harsh... 


Namibia’s Cabinet of equals
4th April 2025 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

While Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah – who has been at the helm of the Namibian State for the past fortnight – may not be Southern Africa’s first female President, she stands out as the first to win the... 


Your trusted partner in special alloys
Your trusted partner in special alloys
4th April 2025

As a division of EMVAfrica, Multi Alloys has been at the forefront of the special alloys industry for over 32 years. We are more than just suppliers—we are solution providers committed to... 


Finniss lithium restart project, Australia – update
Finniss lithium restart project, Australia – update
4th April 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Core Lithium is advancing its restart study for the operation. 


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Karowe underground expansion project, Botswana – update
4th April 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Lucara Diamonds has terminated its engineering, procurement and construction management contract with JDS Energy & Mining. 


DELIVERING RELIABILITY
ARMOUR mill liners from FLS deliver reliability and durability for all milling conditions
Expansion drives advanced solutions demand
4th April 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

The West African mining sector has developed significantly, particularly in gold production, over the past decade. Mining industry solutions provider FLS has played a key role in supporting this... 


Sibanye-Stillwater CEO-designate Richard Stewart
Despite strong headwinds, Sibanye-Stillwater’s Stewart remains bullish on PGMs' future
3rd April 2025 By: Darren Parker

Despite the platinum group metals (PGMs) slump brought about by low prices and the advent of electric vehicles (EVs), Sibanye-Stillwater CEO-designate Richard Stewart remains optimistic about the... 


AEW 2025: Africa’s Energy Future Takes Center Stage
3rd April 2025

The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference has officially launched its 2025 program, covering strategic topics from upstream oil and gas to downstream infrastructure and... 


Technology, AI and simulation engines are revolutionising supply chain management
Technology, AI and simulation engines are revolutionising supply chain management
3rd April 2025

In the last few years, there has been no shortage of Terminator imagery showing an artificial intelligence (AI) driven apocalypse. But in the realm of supply chain management, the technology is... 


John Deere Operations Centre is a game-changer for construction, mining, road building
John Deere Operations Centre is a game-changer for construction, mining, road building
3rd April 2025

In the dynamic sectors of construction, mining and road building, efficient fleet management and operational oversight are critical for success. John Deere’s Operations Centre, powered by JDLink... 


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Lithium Ionic, RTEK ink operational partnership to optimise Bandeira project
3rd April 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Canadian mining company Lithium Ionic Corporation has appointed RTEK International as a strategic adviser to fast-track the development of the Bandeira lithium project, in Brazil. In signing a... 


Hitachi presents Solutions Beyond Machinery for today and tomorrow at Bauma 2025
3rd April 2025

Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM) is set to make a significant impact at Bauma 2025, the world's leading trade fair for construction machinery, with a comprehensive suite of solutions addressing... 


Latest developments shaping the HERVAC landscape at Frigair 2025
Latest developments shaping the HERVAC landscape at Frigair 2025
3rd April 2025

Leading companies in the heating, energy, refrigeration, ventilation and air conditioning (HERVAC) sector will exhibit innovations that are reshaping the industry landscape and beyond at the... 


CLM Africa ‘beefing up’ DAF fleet
CLM Africa ‘beefing up’ DAF fleet
3rd April 2025

Having first switched to DAF Trucks in 2024, Commodity Logistix Managers Africa (CLM Africa) is in the process of ‘beefing up’ its rapidly growing side tipper fleet with a further ten DAF units.... 


Shaping the future with coated abrasives from Grinding Techniques
Shaping the future with coated abrasives from Grinding Techniques
3rd April 2025

Coated materials play a pivotal role in shaping, refining and perfecting a vast array of materials. From aerospace engineering to furniture craftsmanship, these high-performing abrasives have... 


Image of the transparent bucket 2.0 system from Develon
Advanced safety and visibility system for wheel loaders
2nd April 2025

A raised bucket in front of traditional wheel loaders can create blind spots, posing significant safety risks. Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has introduced its transparent bucket... 


Transport experts examine the profound implications of emerging technologies in a webinar for Transport Evolution Africa Expo and Conference
Panellists explore the transformative impact of automation in transport and logistics
2nd April 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A panel of transport experts examined the profound implications of emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning (ML) in a dynamic webinar hosted by Creamer Media Webinars on April 1 for... 


South Africa’s telecommunications sector grows amid fibre, network coverage
2nd April 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s telecommunications experienced growth in 2024, driven by a surge in fibre subscriptions, heightened engagement on social media platforms and substantial advancements in network... 


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To reclaim global mining status, South Africa must restore trust – Paul Miller
2nd April 2025 By: Martin Creamer

If South Africa wants to reclaim its position in the global mining industry, half-measures just won’t cut it. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) needs to go beyond admitting... 


Kenyan President Dr William Samoei Ruto
Aviation opens a world of opportunities for Africa, states Kenyan President
2nd April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Kenyan President Dr William Samoei Ruto has highlighted the importance of aviation to Africa. He was welcoming the fact that the thirty-seventh IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) is to be held... 


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Sustainable copper sulphide concentrates leaching process results in high copper recovery
2nd April 2025

A new copper pressure oxidation (Cu POX) leaching process aims to address the changing needs of the copper extraction industry, faced by the ongoing depletion of deposits and increasing... 


How a local and international collaborative effort aims to increase water supply and improve water quality in Buffalo City
How a local and international collaborative effort aims to increase water supply and improve water quality in Buffalo City
2nd April 2025

A comprehensive pre-feasibility study is underway to enhance the water supply system for the residents of Buffalo City, East London, aimed at improving their water quality. Spearheaded by the... 


Dynapac and Leica Geosystems launch automated steering and screed edge control for asphalt pavers
Dynapac and Leica Geosystems launch automated steering and screed edge control for asphalt pavers
2nd April 2025

Dynapac and Leica Geosystems are introducing a new integrated interface for auto-steering and screed edge control for the Dynapac SD25 and XD25 Highway Paver series.   (Munich, Germany, 2 April... 


In mining and quarrying environments, reliable HVAC systems are essential for ensuring both operator safety and consistent equipment performance
Hidden link between HVAC performance and heavy-duty equipment uptime
2nd April 2025

In the demanding environments of mining and quarrying, equipment reliability is non-negotiable. Often overlooked, however, is the critical contribution that heating, ventilation and air... 


Manufacturers Urged to Act Now Amid Energy Crisis – Inaction Is the Real Risk
Manufacturers Urged to Act Now Amid Energy Crisis – Inaction Is the Real Risk
2nd April 2025

As South Africa’s energy crisis continues to disrupt industries, manufacturers are being urged to take decisive action to secure their energy future. Insights from the recent Africa Energy Indaba... 


Sars Commissioner Edward Kieswetter
Sars collects R1.86tr during year to end March
1st April 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Tax authority the South African Revenue Service (Sars) collected a net amount of R1.86-trillion during the fiscal year to end March 2025, and which is R8.8-billion higher than the revised estimate,... 


Global aviation IT group announces takeover of airport interior design company
1st April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Global aviation industry-owned information, communications and related technologies group SITA (not to be confused with South Africa’s State IT Agency) has announced the conclusion of its take-over... 


Unlocking the power of versatility with truck-mounted cranes
Unlocking the power of versatility with truck-mounted cranes
1st April 2025

The market for truck-mounted cranes in South Africa is significant, with numerous industries recognising their durability, versatility and ability to operate in the toughest, most challenging... 


Navigating the climate change challenges to sustainable transportation
Navigating the climate change challenges to sustainable transportation
1st April 2025

By: Erick Wessels - Sales Director, RS South Africa The transport sector is responsible for an increasing share of the world’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and, from 2010 to 2019, it was the... 


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Heraeus Precious Metals, Freudenberg e-Power Systems announce partnership
1st April 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Precious metals business Heraeus Precious Metals and Freudenberg Group business unit Freudenberg e-Power Systems have announced a technology partnership in the field of catalyst-coated membranes... 


A recent webinar hosted by Donaldson Filtration explores the critical topic of fuel cleanliness in mining
Ensuring fuel cleanliness in mining with Donaldson filters
1st April 2025 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Mining operations rely heavily on the efficiency and reliability of their equipment, and fuel cleanliness plays a crucial role in minimising downtime and reducing costs. A recent webinar hosted by... 


Speed in automation – it’s a dealbreaker
Speed in automation – it’s a dealbreaker
1st April 2025

Today’s industry landscape is fast paced, undoubtedly. And automation is the machine of industry, the epitome of today’s on-the-cusp-of-Industry 5.0 and with it, agility, offering a competitive... 


Standard Bank head of sustainability Boitumelo Sethlatswe
Standard Bank sets new sustainable finance target of R450bn by 2028
1st April 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Financial services provider Standard Bank has updated its group sustainable finance targets and aims to mobilise more than R450-billion by 2028 for energy and infrastructure development on the... 


Schneider Electric’s SpaceLogic and EasyLogic ball valves and actuators optimise HVAC performance and ensure energy efficiency
Schneider Electric’s SpaceLogic and EasyLogic ball valves and actuators optimise HVAC performance and ensure energy efficiency
1st April 2025

Schneider Electric South Africa, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, offers the full range of innovative SpaceLogic and EasyLogic ball valves and... 


Lucara transitions to owner-managed operations at Karowe UGP
Lucara transitions to owner-managed operations at Karowe UGP
1st April 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Canada-headquartered Lucara Diamonds has terminated its engineering, procurement, and construction management contract with JDS Energy & Mining (JDS), effective March 31, as it transitions to... 


Polymetallic nodules in the hold of the Hidden Gem vessel during a pilot collection system test.
White House weighs executive order to fast-track deep-sea mining, sources say
1st April 2025 By: Reuters

The White House is weighing an executive order that would fast-track permitting for deep-sea mining in international waters and let mining companies bypass a United Nations-backed review process,... 


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