By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric How do you keep pace with the relentless growth of technology innovation in a world that has become so... 

Level 9 vehicle intervention for collision avoidance has been mandatory on South African mines since 2022, yet the effective roll-out of proximity detection systems (PDS) remains slower than... 

South African armoured products manufacturer SVI Engineering has announced the availability of a new Ford-backed B6 discreet armouring package for the Ranger Raptor, a derivative previously... 

JSE- and TSX-V-listed Alphamin Resources has appointed Ziad Mikhael and Salman Bhatti as nonexecutive directors, at the request of its majority shareholder Alpha Mining, a subsidiary of... 

“It is a privilege to work in the automotive industry, with its constant drive to improve! Safety is an important cornerstone, and corrosion protection is part of this. Our success is built around... 

These awards recognise the excellence of Sarens' work on the Zambia Fertilizer and Kamoa Copper (Democratic Republic of Congo) projects, in which it has participated this year. The Lifting Africa... 

Toronto-listed Marimaca Copper said on Friday it had secured A$80-million through a brokered placement in Australia and select jurisdictions outside Canada, adding new institutional investors to... 

Martin Creamer talks about Prieska Power funding and optimised pure rare earth product. 

Lifting and access solutions provider Concord Access Solutions (CAS) has officially opened its new remanufacturing facility in Chloorkop, Kempton Park, as part of its after-sales support and... 

As health and safety standards in mining and related industries become increasingly stringent, heavy equipment manufacturer Dezzi Equipment is ensuring compliance by equipping its machines with... 

UK national institution the Royal Academy of Engineering has opened applications to engineers and innovators for its 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Applications can span a range of... 

Standard Bank and the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) have officially launched the Centre of Excellence for Hydrogen Energy, on VUT’s campus in Vanderbijlpark. The partners aim to advance... 

As South Africa’s mining and civil engineering sectors continue to navigate economic uncertainty, many companies with loading and hauling capabilities are pivoting to offer their services as... 

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the reaction to a R54-billion behind-closed-doors settlement agreement between the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) and power... 

South African fire protection equipment supplier DoseTech has partnered with Italian company SA Fire Protection to provide African refineries with advanced fire protection systems as the sector... 

Zimbabwe’s emergence as “Africa’s leading lithium producer” is a signal of “deep and exciting” transformation that will see Zimbabwe take its place as a mining powerhouse, reports turnkey crushing... 

Innovations in solar energy, such as off-grid energy solutions company Blockpower’s Blackbox, an energy management system (EMS), allow for energy savings and cost-efficiency, as well as system... 

The solar energy market is surging in South Africa – particularly in the commercial and industrial sectors – as businesses seek cost-effective, sustainable solutions to manage rising electricity... 

As South Africa grapples with ongoing electricity shortages and a heavy reliance on ageing coal-fired power plants, renewable energy remains critical to ensuring long-term energy security and... 

The global automotive market is facing a shift as profound as the day the first mass-produced vehicle drove off the assembly line. From horse-and-carriage versus car, the conflict has now, more... 

With the commissioning of a $360-million smelter expansion project and the first 35 MW phase of its $37-million solar PV power programme having been finalised, platinum mining company Zimplats has... 

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The global automotive market is facing a shift as profound as the day the first mass-produced vehicle drove off the assembly line. From horse-and-carriage versus car, the conflict has now, more... 

North American gold development company Osisko Development Corp plans to build a traditional under­ground operation using mechanised longhole open stoping to extract ore from gold-bearing vein... 

Electra Battery Metals is developing a modular lithium-ion battery recycling facility as part of its integrated Battery Materials Park strategy.  

Harmony has broken ground at the 100 MW renewable-energy solar plant, which is being built at Moab Khotsong. 

South African women in engineering and industry can become “more-than-competent” drivers of change and development, solidifying their positions within traditionally male-dominated environments,... 

Trade, Industry and Competition spokesperson and Member of Parliament Toby Chance has implored Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau to release the investigative report compiled by... 

Following the resignation of five board members from the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa) last week, Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will need to appoint... 

The B20 South Africa task force on energy has unveiled three recommendations that will be presented to the G20 government leaders when they gather for their yearly meeting in Johannesburg in... 

Emerging SMEs were celebrated at the Metals Innovation Hub Exhibition and Certification ceremony on August 27 at the SEIFSA Training Centre in Actonville. The event celebrated the first 15... 

Africa's largest manufacturer of prefab and modular buildings Kwikspace offers proven capability and unmatched empowerment credentials. “Kwikspace is a tried and tested company that can meet the... 

As part of its rebranding, multi-disciplinary consulting engineering and built environment firm Zimile has introduced two new business units – Innovation and Energy – that are central to the... 

The United Mining Services Group (UMS Group) provides expertise that allows mining companies to access their most challenging ore bodies and extract minerals safely and efficiently.  

Dual-listed Hudbay Minerals has appointed former BHP chief technical officer, Laura Tyler, to its board of directors. "Laura’s extensive experience in the mining industry, deep technical knowledge... 

Nasdaq- and TSX-V-listed Electra Battery Materials on Wednesday announced the completion of its early works programme at its cobalt refinery north of Toronto. This milestone strengthens Electra’s... 

(Virtual Showroom) Diesel engine emissions remain a serious occupational health hazard, particularly in mining, construction, and industrial sectors. A major component of these emissions is Diesel... 

Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) launched its Prevention Programme in 2022, intending to drive measurable improvements in worker safety across South Africa’s metals and engineering sector. Three years... 

Murray & Roberts Limited (MRL) – currently under business rescue – says its business rescue practitioners (BRPs) have secured an additional R80-million in post-commencement finance (PCF), which... 

The Southern African materials lifting and handling industry has celebrated its first ever sectoral awards ceremony, the Lifting Awards. Hosted by sector-specialist media platform Lifting Africa,... 

By: Odett Van Jaarsveld - Construction Practice Leader (Africa) Marsh The global economy stands on the foundations laid by construction.  From the roads that connect our cities to the power lines... 

Stalwart David (Dawie) Botha passed away on 1 September 2025 after bravely fighting recurring cancer, whilst voluntarily continuing to serve the science, engineering, technology (SET) and...