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Ardagh adds MAN dual-fuel trucks, smart trailers to its fleet
18th April 2025 By: Irma Venter

Ardagh Glass Packaging-South Africa has introduced five MAN dual-fuel trucks to its fleet. The performance-based standards (PBS) smart trucks – abnormal-load vehicles – will strengthen the... 


Engen Xtreme Evolves to Deliver Premium Performance for South Africa’s Hardworking Car Engines
Engen Xtreme Evolves to Deliver Premium Performance for South Africa’s Hardworking Car Engines
16th April 2025

Proudly South African, 100% locally manufactured lubricants incorporating the latest technology for superior engine protection. Johannesburg, April 15th, 2025: Engen has unveiled a bold new look... 


Brand values of the world’s major aerospace and defence groups grew strongly last year
16th April 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

UK-based brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance has reported that, perhaps surprisingly, in its latest survey US aerospace giant Boeing remained the most valuable aerospace and defence brand in... 


Technical manager at WearCheck, Steven Lumley, discusses the classification of lubricants in part 1 of the lube kitchen series
The lube kitchen part 1: classification of lubricants
14th April 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Condition monitoring specialist company, WearCheck, has launched a lube kitchen series, created by Steven Lumley, technical manager at the company. In it, she explores the world... 


Hyundai Construction Equipment and Leica Geosystems are introducing 3D machine guidance system for excavators
Hyundai Construction Equipment and Leica Geosystems are introducing 3D machine guidance system for excavators
14th April 2025

Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon and Hyundai Construction Equipment, a leading manufacturer of construction machinery, are pleased to announce the availability of the Leica MC1 3D machine guidance... 


The above image depicts a generator by YC Diesel
Engine dealer expands generator range
11th April 2025 By: Lynne Davies

As South Africa’s demand for reliable and cost-effective power solutions continues to grow, diesel engine dealer YC Diesel has identified the need for a factory-supported supplier that provides... 


Telly Chauke, CEO of Petco
Telly Chauke
11th April 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Telly Chauke, CEO of Petco, a producer responsibility organisation incorporated in 2004 that administers extended producer responsibility schemes on behalf of its members for... 


DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum back with big move to Kolwezi in September
DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum back with big move to Kolwezi in September
9th April 2025

It’s official, DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum is moving to Kolwezi and is taking place from 29-30 September 2025. In what is already the third edition of this event, the focus is on the region’s... 


FPT Industrial takes center stage at Rematec 2025, showingcasing its original Reman solutions
9th April 2025

FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand dedicated to the design, production, and sale of powertrains and solutions for on- and off-road vehicles, as well as marine and power generation applications,... 


Generators: The Muscle in the New Energy Mix
8th April 2025

Contrary to reputations as noisy and dirty, generators are a key part of modern energy supplies. There are clear signs when loadshedding resurfaces in South Africa. Complaints fill message groups,... 


FPT Industrial to showcase its latest innovations for power generation at middle east energy
8th April 2025

FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand dedicated to the design, production, and sale of powertrains and solutions for on- and off-road vehicles, as well as marine and power generation applications,... 


HX360L AND HX400L lead next generation excavators
7th April 2025

Hyundai Construction Equipment Europe has unveiled the first two models in the Next Generation of crawler excavators. The 36-tonne HX360L and 40-tonne HX400L are powered by Hyundai’s own... 


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Automotive industry trends present considerations for PGMs
4th April 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The slowdown in the adoption rate of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) has granted some reprieve to the platinum group metals (PGM) industry; however, with zero-emission mobility still being... 


US President Donald Trump
Trump tariff policies likely to extend beyond his term, analysts say
4th April 2025 By: Darren Parker

Following the announcement by US President Donald Trump on April 2 that South Africa would be subjected to 30% tariffs on its exports to the US, banker and academic Colin Coleman has said there is... 


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... 


Victor Masuku, MD of Cummins Southern Africa
Victor Masuku
4th April 2025

This week we profile Victor Masuku, MD of Cummins Southern Africa, a provider of innovative power solutions whose portfolio includes advanced diesel and natural-gas engines, cutting-edge hybrid and... 


Minerals Council CEO Mzila Mthenjane
South Africa's PGMs, coal, gold, manganese and chrome excluded from US tariffs
3rd April 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Minerals Council South Africa has expressed concern about the potential damage to global economic growth and the resultant lower demand for South Africa’s minerals as a result of sweeping... 


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... 


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... 


The entrance to Harmony Gold's Mponeng mine
Gold’s rally powers South African miners to best month on record
1st April 2025 By: Bloomberg

The surging gold price has propelled South African mining stocks to their best monthly performance on record, shielding the country’s benchmark index from the mayhem in global markets. An index of... 


FPT Industrial expands its presence in Northern Europe: The brand's sales and service network in Sweden is growing with new distributor Power House AB
31st March 2025

FPT Industrial, the Iveco Group brand dedicated to the design, production, and sale of powertrains and solutions for on- and off-road vehicles, as well as marine and power generation applications,... 


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Macpherson, Saldanha Bay mayor commit to collaborate on small harbours revitalisation
26th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Following an oversight visit to the St Helena Bay and Saldanha Bay small harbours on March 25, Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson and Saldanha Bay local municipality mayor... 


Accelerating Africa’s Industrialization: The Rise of Manufacturing and Industrial Parks
Accelerating Africa’s Industrialization: The Rise of Manufacturing and Industrial Parks
26th March 2025

Africa is experiencing a significant surge in the development of manufacturing and industrial parks, marking a pivotal shift towards strengthening local industries, creating employment... 


Image of a large plastic container of Centlube automotive engine cooling fluid
Advances in automotive cooling fluids
25th March 2025

Advancements in vehicle design and increasing demands for enhanced performance and durability are reshaping the automotive coolant market, with a shift toward formulations that offer improved heat... 


Image of the YC Diesel compact excavator
Compact excavator range launched
25th March 2025

A three-model compact excavator range, comprising the U18, U35 and YC60 models, was recently unveiled by YC Diesel South Africa. The company says the machines are designed to meet the diverse needs... 


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Urea and diesel exhaust fluid production plant, Canada
21st March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Farmer-owned consortium Genesis Fertilizers proposes to build a fertiliser plant with a urea melt capacity of 2 500 t/d.  


Ardagh Glass Packaging adds MAN dual-fuel trucks, smart trailers to its fleet
Ardagh Glass Packaging adds MAN dual-fuel trucks, smart trailers to its fleet
20th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

Ardagh Glass Packaging-South Africa has introduced five Euro 5 MAN dual-fuel trucks to its fleet. The performance-based standards (PBS) smart trucks – abnormal load vehicles – will strengthen the... 


Eight Interesting Careers in the Water Utility Sector
19th March 2025

There is always demand for passionate people who ensure that communities and industry have access to clean water. South Africa has a shortage of water sector professionals, and there is also great... 


Imag of the YC Diesel compact excavator
Compact excavator range launched
18th March 2025

A three-model compact excavator range, comprising the U18, U35 and YC60 models, was recently unveiled by YC Diesel South Africa. The company says the machines are designed to meet the diverse needs... 


A hydrogen powered truck at Anglo American Platinum's Mogalakwena mine
Coronation takes new look at platinum stocks as EV sales slow
17th March 2025 By: Bloomberg

The slowdown in sales of electric vehicles worldwide has prompted Coronation Fund Managers Ltd. to take a fresh look at South African producers of precious metals used in traditional gasoline... 


Saving energy and money: What's driving the IE3 motor revolution?
17th March 2025

How new MEPS regulations can benefit businesses that rely on electric motors The International Efficiency 3 (IE3) motor standard will soon become South Africa's legal minimum standard, mandating... 


From left, European Council President António Costa, President Cyril Ramaphosa and  European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in Cape Town.
Platinum given major boost by EU backing green hydrogen generation in South Africa
14th March 2025 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s world-leading platinum group metals (PGM) endowment received a major boost when European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen referred specifically to clean energy and green... 


Engine certification issues resolved, exports back to normal – Toyota SA
14th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) says the engine certification issues that affected its new-vehicle export business last year have been resolved. “Export streams are continuing as before,” says a... 


Shumani MD Victor Nemukula discusses the benefits of the Bheka forklift for the African market in an interview with Engineering News at Propak Africa 2025
Shumani highlights benefits of Bheka forklift for African market
11th March 2025

Forklifts and warehousing solutions provider Shumani Industrial Equipment showcased its Bheka forklift offering at Propak Africa 2025 in Johannesburg, emphasising how the brand aligns with the... 


50 Years of Trucking Power: RFA’s 2025 Convention Sets the Future in Motion
50 Years of Trucking Power: RFA’s 2025 Convention Sets the Future in Motion
7th March 2025

The Road Freight Association (RFA) marks a historic milestone—50 years of driving South Africa’s economy by ensuring a stable labour environment, safer and more efficient logistics operations... 


An image of Bühler’s Carat 610 at Honda’s plant in Tochigi, Japan
Megacasting solution accelerates EV production
7th March 2025

Swiss technology company Bühler Group’s megacasting solution aims to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) production across Japanese automobile manufacturer Honda Motor Company’s operations in North... 


Provisional inquiry report outlines measures to reshape South Africa’s digital platforms market
7th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Competition Commission has published the Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) provisional report, outlining several key provisional remedies aimed at reshaping the digital... 


Volvo Car SA conducting ‘strategic review’ of its dealer network
7th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) says it is conducting a strategic review of its dealer network. “As the licensor of the Volvo brand, VCSA has been actively consulting with its independent licensed... 


Vital expands Canada project scoping study to include niobium
Vital expands Canada project scoping study to include niobium
3rd March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australia-listed exploration company Vital Metals has announced that it will complete further testwork to determine the viability of niobium recovery from its Tardiff deposit in Canada’s Northwest... 


A generic image of an excavator
Rental market improving amid construction malaise – distributor
28th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The slowdown in the construction sector has reduced the demand for new equipment, adversely impacting on sales figures, says construction equipment distributor Develon SA. However, there is often... 


MDPMI provisional report takes aim at tech giants
25th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Competition Commission has published the Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) provisional report, outlining several key provisional remedies aimed at reshaping the digital... 


Engine certification issues resolved, exports back to normal – Toyota SA
Engine certification issues resolved, exports back to normal – Toyota SA
24th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) says the engine certification issues that affected its new-vehicle export business last year have been resolved. “Export streams are continuing as before,” says a... 


Image of the Wärtsilä next generation 46TS engine
Next generation engine helps balance renewables and improve power plant performance
24th February 2025

Technology group Wärtsilä launched its 46TS engine, which is designed to balance renewable energy, provide efficient baseload power, and have the ability to run on sustainable fuels in the future.... 


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