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Much faster progress on energy efficiency needed to meet global 2030 goal – IEA
7th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

One year on from the global pledge made at COP28 to double the rate of energy efficiency improvements by 2030, new analysis from the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggests that countries are... 


The Kendal Ash Disposal Facility project stands out for its vast scale, covering an area of approximately 2.5km by 3km
Concor's landmark Kendal ADF project wins Best Projects Awards
7th November 2024

Concor won two prestigious Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for its impressive work, undertaken in joint venture with Lubocon Construction, on the Ash Disposal Facility (ADF) expansion... 


Global Trends Echoed in West Africa’s Data Centres, Says Vertiv’s Adebowale
Global Trends Echoed in West Africa’s Data Centres, Says Vertiv’s Adebowale
7th November 2024

Organisations around the world are trying to manage an explosion of data across distributed sites and environments, requiring them to be more agile and responsive than ever before, but often by... 


The importance of choosing the correct abrasive mineral for coated applications
The importance of choosing the correct abrasive mineral for coated applications
7th November 2024

The castings and foundry industry plays a pivotal role in the manufacturing and production of essential components for various sectors ranging from automotive to aerospace. To ensure quality,... 


Rio Tinto to trial battery swap electric haul trucks at Oyu Tolgoi
Rio Tinto to trial battery swap electric haul trucks at Oyu Tolgoi
6th November 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diversified miner Rio Tinto has entered into a collaboration with China’s State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC) to trial battery swap technology for electric haul trucks at its Oyu Tolgoi... 


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TNPA issues RfI for tugboat clean fuels pilot project
6th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

State-owned Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has published a request for information (RfI) for a strategic pilot project to use green and cleaner fuels for its selected diesel-operated... 


Sandton City aims to procure wheeled renewable energy from IEP platform
6th November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Shopping centre Sandton City, in Gauteng, has announced its interest in procuring renewable energy over the Independent Energy Pool (IEP) platform through the development and deployment of wheeled... 


Donald Trump
Trump claims 'powerful mandate' after Fox News projects he has won US presidency
6th November 2024 By: Reuters

Republican Donald Trump claimed victory in the 2024 presidential contest after Fox News projected that he had defeated Democrat Kamala Harris, which would cap a stunning political comeback four... 


The environmental responsibility of AI
The environmental responsibility of AI
6th November 2024

By Ben Selier -Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The growth and proliferation of AI show no signs of slowing down. According to IDC, worldwide spending on AI... 


Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi
Sasol not in ‘sunset’ phase but transition plans cannot outpace market demand – Baloyi
5th November 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi has acknowledged that the group stands at the “threshold” of a potentially difficult energy transition but he has also disputed assertions that the carbon-heavy chemicals and... 


Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000
5th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest Airbus operator, has taken delivery of the first of four A350-1000s from Airbus in Toulouse, France. The first of its kind to be operated by an Africa-based... 


Power block at night. Lifting activities at the turbine hall ongoing to meet the tight schedule
Kathu plant's maintenance outage ensuring long-term efficiency in CSP operations
5th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Kathu Solar Park (KSP), one of South Africa's select few concentrated solar power (CSP) plants, located in the Northern Cape, recently underwent a 30-day offline period to complete its yearly... 


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Gautrain Management Agency scoops MIKE award
5th November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) has scooped the 2024 Most Innovative Knowledge Enterprise (MIKE) South Africa Gold Award. The award recognises GMA’s efforts in harnessing its collective... 


Gem Resources processes 5 500 t of ore following Gravelotte restart
5th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Gem Resources, formerly URA Holdings, has reported that Phase 1 of the restart at the Gravelotte emerald mine, in Limpopo, South Africa, has been under way for about six months.... 


Nersa to kick off public hearings into Eskom's revenue application on November 18
Eskom’s revenue application displays ‘cavalier disregard’ for negative economic and social impacts
5th November 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) has urged the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) to reject Eskom’s latest revenue application, which Outa says “displays a cavalier... 


Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman
Sibanye-Stillwater reports 9% y/y growth in adjusted earnings for third quarter
5th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

Diversified miner Sibanye-Stillwater has announced a 9% year-on-year increase in adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) to $184-million for the third... 


Integrated Pump Technology has secured an order for its first Godwin HL150 pump to a mining operation in Senegal, marking a significant step in the company's ongoing support for mining operations across West Africa
Integrated Pump Technology delivers Godwin HL150 to Senegal mine for open pit dewatering
5th November 2024

Integrated Pump Technology has secured an order for its first Godwin HL150 pump to a mining operation in Senegal, marking a significant step in the company's ongoing support for mining operations... 


pouring asphalt
AECI to sell Much Asphalt for R1.1bn
4th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed AECI has announced the signing of a share purchase agreement with a consortium involving Old Mutual Private Equity (OMPE) and Sphere Investments to sell its entire ownership stake in... 


Embracing Technology: Leadership in the Age of Digital Transformation
4th November 2024

By: Cohen Appanah By 2027, global spending on digital transformation is projected to soar to USD 3.9 trillion — a sixfold increase from USD 588 billion in 2021. This astonishing growth reflects the... 


Pinpointing pipeline occurrence in seconds, not hours
Pinpointing pipeline occurrence in seconds, not hours
4th November 2024

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric At any given moment, thousands of kilometres of critical assets flow through pipelines that cross veld,... 


Filter supplier advancing sustainable mining operations through advanced filtration solutions
Filter supplier advancing sustainable mining operations through advanced filtration solutions
4th November 2024 By: Shannon de Ryhove

A recent webinar, hosted by Creamer Media Webinars on behalf of advanced filter supplier Donaldson, focused on advanced filtration solutions as a means to sustainable mining operations. The... 


Transport Minister Barbara Creecy
Creecy encourages road user behaviour change as she discusses Moloto road progress
4th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Significant progress has been made on the R15-billion upgrade of the Moloto road which, once completed, is expected to help improve safety on one of the country’s most dangerous roads, remarked... 


BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso
South Africa should capitalise on its East and West trade ties – BLSA
4th November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Building a stronger economy is the best way for South Africa to prepare for any internal or external shocks. While this requires the country to successfully carry out reforms, South Africa is in a... 


Redefine CEO Andrew König
Redefine reports improvements in occupancy, overall demand
4th November 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

JSE-listed real estate investment trust (Reit) Redefine Properties has posted a distributable income per share (DIPS) of 50.02c and a dividend of 42.52c apiece for the financial year ended August... 


New solar rental solution launched in South Africa
1st November 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

ReCharge Rental Solutions (RRS) has officially launched its energy rental solution, supported by international bank and wealth manager Investec, in South Africa. RRS rents and maintains bespoke... 


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Fibre-reinforced concrete offers sustainable alternative
1st November 2024

A new innovation in the use of fibre in concrete instead of traditional steel reinforcement is set to move the industry closer to the goals of sustainability and environment protection. Using... 


A Dynapac soil compaction machine
Dynapac launches 15 t CA50 Rhino soil compaction machine in South Africa
1st November 2024 By: Darren Parker

Original-equipment manufacturer Dynapac has launched its 15 t CA50 Rhino soil compaction machine in South Africa. The CA50 is part of the broader Rhino range of compaction machines from Dynapac... 


Image of WEG laser cutting machines
Local manufacturer expands capabilities
1st November 2024

To improve its local manufacturing processes, WEG has taken delivery of two laser cutting machines and three bending machines for its sheet metal cutting operation at the company’s manufacturing... 


A ninth-generation Tornado vertical lifting module with computer access panel
VLM first of its kind in S Africa
1st November 2024 By: Halima Frost

Warehouse storage solutions provider Logistics Systems Engineering (LSE) has successfully designed and installed what it says is South Africa’s first ninth-generation Tornado vertical lifting... 


SMART APPROACH
Apex SGS solar geyser system offers an innovative and smart approach to energy efficiency in water heating
Intelligent heating solutions drive sustainability efforts
1st November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Amid increasing concerns over rising electricity costs and a growing demand for sustainable energy, vertically integrated sustainable technology group Rubicon’s Apex SGS solar geyser system offers... 


SEW-EURODRIVE’s products allow for reduced raw material consumption, increased stock-keeping and enhanced application flexibility and efficiency
SEW-EURODRIVE’s global sustainability strategy in Africa
1st November 2024 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Power transmission solutions and drive technology manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE aims to align its global sustainability strategy with the unique needs of African industries. “SEW-EURODRIVE's global... 


E-MOBILITY
The Terra DC Fast Charger is specifically designed to be highly efficient compared to conventional charging systems
EV charging system enhances energy efficiency, optimises use
1st November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Multinational technology company ABB’s Terra DC Fast Charger is positioned as a solution that advances both energy efficiency and sustainability in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry, ABB... 


PRECISION MONITORING
YuMi robots are optimised to reduce energy consumption through precise motion control and programming
Collaborative robot enhances energy efficiency, sustainability
1st November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Multinational technology company ABB’s YuMi collaborative robot is playing a transformative role by contributing to both operational efficiency and environmental responsibility, making it an... 


IMPROVING EFFICIENCIES
BMG’s agricultural team works closely with local farmers, assisting them with the selection, installation and operation of new electromechanical systems to improve efficiencies
Initiative improves efficiency for farmers
1st November 2024

Through its Smart Farming initiative, power transmission and motion control products distributor BMG offers solutions that are aimed at conserving power, enhancing operational efficiency and... 


South Africa needs to get the basics right to leverage power of AI, says Malatsi
1st November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

To truly leverage “every power” that lies within artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in South Africa, there is a need to get the basics right. This includes removing the barriers of entry for... 


Two gents shaking hands in front of a fleet of Bobcat lithium-ion (Li-ion) forklifts
Forklift supplier helps client cut emissions
1st November 2024

Forklift and materials handling equipment supplier Goscor Lift Trucks (GLT) completed the supply of a fleet of 44 Bobcat lithium-ion (Li-ion) forklifts to global logistics company Access World for... 


The new Seabourne Logistics comprehensive logistics facility in Kempton Park, Johannesburg
New storage, logistics facility exceeding expectations
1st November 2024 By: Halima Frost

The new premises of independent logistics service provider Seabourne Logistics, which was meant to be a 11 000-pallet capacity contemporary office and warehouse complex, is now a comprehensive... 


An image of project managers at a mining project
Technical project management key to mining project success
1st November 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mega mining projects face several risks; however, these risks can be mitigated with a competent and effective project management approach that addresses all project knowledge areas in a... 


ON-THE-GO POWER
Caterpillar’s Dynamic Energy Transfer system comprises an electrified rail system to transmit the energy to passing vehicles and is highly deployable to suit customers’ specific site layouts
OEM expands electric drive, automation offerings
1st November 2024 By: Donna Slater

Unveiled in mid-September, equipment maker Caterpillar’s (Cat’s) new energy management system – Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) – offers the ability to transfer electrical energy to both... 


An image of McKinsey & Company partner and Africa capital excellence leader Gerhard Nel
Project complexities rise amid increasing mineral investment
1st November 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Amid increased demand for, and investment in, energy transition minerals, project complexities are increasing, says management consulting company McKinsey & Company partner and Africa capital... 


An image of Sabine Dall'Omo
Digital solutions enhance productivity, efficiency, safety
1st November 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

With the advent of Industry 4.0 and increasing levels of digitisation being pursued by mining operations, automation technology company Siemens says digital transformation will continue to be... 


ProjectLink project enablement head Heinrich le Roux
Independent project reviews offer fresh perspective, improved risk mitigation
1st November 2024

Mining companies may be reluctant to engage independent project reviewers, but this investment can prevent costlier outcomes from overlooked issues, shortcomings and risks during internal reviews.... 


New digital solution launched to improve Gauteng’s project delivery efficiency
1st November 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Gauteng has a new digital infrastructure ecosystem ready to support infrastructure development across the province and address the challenges faced in deploying quality construction projects on... 


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