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Vibramech is the premium supplier of vibratory equipment
19th September 2025

Vibrating mineral processing equipment manufacturer Vibramech has 48 years of design and manufacture experience and is Southern Africa’s predominant supplier of vibratory equipment for the mineral... 


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Butcherbird Stage 2 manganese expansion project, Australia – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Element 25 has secured firm commitments for a A$10-million share placement to help fund an expansion and support working capital. 


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Lance Projects – Ross and Kendrick production areas, US – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Peninsula Energy has achieved first dried yellowcake production from its expanded Lance central processing plant. 


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Muga potash project, Spain – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Highfield Resources has terminated its senior secured project finance facility after the last lenders agreed to exit. 


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Gualcamayo mine, Argentina
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold mine about 270 km north of the provincial capital of San Juan and south-western La Rioja province, in west-central Argentina.  


Minerals Council CEO Mzila Mthenjane and Mintek CEO Dr Molefi Motuku.
Fruitful outcomes needed quickly from crucial Minerals Council, Mintek MoU
18th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The South African economy requires fruitful outcomes to emerge quickly from the planned memorandum of understanding (MoU) that that Minerals Council South Africa and South Africa’s Council for... 


Engen showcases smart farming solutions at NAMPO Cape 2025
Engen showcases smart farming solutions at NAMPO Cape 2025
18th September 2025

Engen reaffirmed its deep commitment to South Africa’s agricultural sector by again partnering with Grain SA and Bredasdorp Park NPC at NAMPO Cape 2025. Held from 10–13 September in Bredasdorp in... 


Pieter Uys, Business Development Manager, Multotec
Rock and mineral mine achieves significant cost savings with Multotec’s side-tension PU mats
18th September 2025

One of the challenges faced by rock and mineral mining operations is that the extraction and processing of these materials often involve rigorous demands on equipment, particularly in the screening... 


From prevention to protection — your fire safety solutions in one place
From prevention to protection — your fire safety solutions in one place
18th September 2025

The Western Cape’s varied landscapes and rapid urban development bring with them a range of fire safety challenges. From densely populated city centres to remote industrial sites, and from heritage... 


When Purpose Meets Solar Power:  Collaboration Brings More Than Power to Children’s Village
When Purpose Meets Solar Power: Collaboration Brings More Than Power to Children’s Village
18th September 2025

Unreliable electricity affects everything from a child’s safety and medical care to a warm meal. This is no longer a daily reality at African Blessings Children’s Village. An impactful... 


An April 2025 view of the Blackwater site in British Columbia.
Artemis Gold lifts Blackwater capacity, orders long-lead equipment for Phase 2
18th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Artemis Gold has approved plans to increase throughput at its Blackwater mine in British Columbia, announcing a 33% expansion of the Phase 1 processing plant and placing orders for key equipment... 


Rand Refinery CEO Praveen Baijnath
Rand Refinery reduces emissions through solar, energy effiency investments
17th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Precious metals refinery Rand Refinery has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, which showed a 24% reduction in total energy consumption since 2021 to 24.5 GWh in 2024 and a 13 500 kilotons... 


Dignitaries at the launch of the new RTGs, including Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis and Transnet CEO Michelle Phillips (second and third from right respectively)
First new rubber-tyred gantry cranes introduced at Cape Town Container Terminal
17th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The first nine of 28 new rubber-tyred gantry cranes (RTGs) have been introduced at the Cape Town Container Terminal as part of a R3.4-billion investment programme at the facility by Transnet Port... 


Rand Refinery’s 2025 Sustainability Report sets out an impactful African story
17th September 2025

he report covers new benchmarks for ethical sourcing, digital traceability, and building a deep sense of shared responsibility within communities and its people 


Toyota's manufacturing plant in South Africa
Automotive market is recovering, but affordability and export headwinds threaten long-term growth
17th September 2025 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa’s automotive market built momentum this year, supported by a favourable interest rate environment, record-low new-vehicle inflation and liquidity from the two-pot pension reform, but... 


Eswatini Railways director of operating and technical services Sandile Dlamini and TE manufacturing and maritime GE Tswanelo Tswai
Transnet Engineering signs another contract with Eswatini Railways
17th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Transnet Engineering (TE) earlier this month signed a three-year contract with Eswatini Railways (ESR) for the supply and delivery of 26 rolling stock wheelsets for wagons, as well as for D-shed... 


Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory
Transnet Engineering unveils accredited material testing laboratory
17th September 2025

State-owned Transnet Engineering has launched its South African National Accreditation System-accredited material testing laboratory at its Koedoespoort plant, in Johannesburg. Sabrina Jardim tells... 


Itac recommends temporary duty waiver for stainless steel tubing
16th September 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) has recommended that a temporary rebate provision be created for the importation of stainless steel tubing used in the... 


Reliability When It Matters Most: Lubrication Solutions for Planting Summer Crops
Reliability When It Matters Most: Lubrication Solutions for Planting Summer Crops
16th September 2025

South Africa's diverse climate and terrain present unique challenges during the summer planting season and you require your machinery to operate at peak performance. Whether it's your trusted... 


Vivo Energy launches VE-CEM: a breakthrough digital solution to keep Africa’s fleets and equipment moving
Vivo Energy launches VE-CEM: a breakthrough digital solution to keep Africa’s fleets and equipment moving
16th September 2025

Vivo Energy, the pan-African retailer and marketer of Shell and Engen-branded fuels and lubricants, today announced the launch of its new VE-CEM (Continuous Equipment Monitoring) solution, powered... 


Oxygen producing machinery on site at a mine
On-site oxygen boosts gold recovery
15th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Several gold mines across sub-Saharan Africa have confirmed that they are saving up to 70% in costs by switching from delivered oxygen to their own on-site systems, says oxygen and nitrogen... 


First New Generation Volvo A40 ADTs deliver the goods for M Civils
First New Generation Volvo A40 ADTs deliver the goods for M Civils
15th September 2025

Having become the first recipient of the new generation Volvo articulated dump trucks (ADTs) in southern Africa, M Civils has deployed its 12 Volvo A40 units to undertake a newly-awarded chrome... 


Haultrax Brings SIC capability to Remote WA Mine with Starlink First
Haultrax Brings SIC capability to Remote WA Mine with Starlink First
15th September 2025

In an Australian industry first, Haultrax has successfully deployed its Fleet Management System (FMS) at a remote Western Australian gold project managed by Iron Mine Contracting (IMC), using Vocus... 


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Personal protective equipment withstands tough conditions
12th September 2025

A range of local, in-house manufactured workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE) promises reliable protection for workers in hazardous environments. REIYN International says its locally... 


Element 25 raises A$10m for WA manganese expansion, US battery push
Element 25 raises A$10m for WA manganese expansion, US battery push
12th September 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia's Element 25 said on Friday it had secured firm commitments for a A$10-million share placement to help fund an expansion of its Butcherbird manganese project in Western Australia and... 


Weir Envirotech Alpha pump on display, cut in half
More pump buyers prioritising long-term value over upfront costs
12th September 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

A growing number of customers are adopting a total cost of ownership (TCO) approach, leveraging mining equipment supplier Weir’s technical studies to identify more effective ways to reduce... 


DEMANDING APPLICATIONS The Godwin diesel-driven pump delivers powerful, uninterrupted performance for the most demanding dewatering applications, even in remote off-grid locations
Reliable dewatering solutions non-negotiable, says pumps provider
12th September 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As Africa’s mining sector continues on a strong and consistent growth trajectory, the use of high performance, efficient and reliable dewatering solutions have become non-negotiable to ensure safe... 


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Association upbeat about liberalising airspace
12th September 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The Single Africa Air Transport Market (SAATM) is one of the African Union’s (AU’s) flagship projects under its Agenda 2063 and it aims to ensure the full implementation of the Yamoussoukro... 


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Company reaffirms its aim of improving aircraft performance, reliability
12th September 2025

An increased focus on developing innovative waterjet cutting technologies for the structural integrity of critical flight components is crucial in offering a safe, precise and versatile solution... 


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Research in South Africa to unlock aircraft innovation on cutting edge – expert
12th September 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The investment in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) research for aircraft in South Africa is crucial for driving innovation, decarbonising aviation, reducing prototype costs and sustainably... 


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Modern mining challenges necessitate optimised pumps
12th September 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mining operations are demanding pumps with higher hydraulic efficiency, lower energy use and longer wear life to lower costs, improve environmental impact and meet modern operational demands, says... 


A welder in PPE welding a metal plate with pretty sparks flying everywhere
New tech-driven welding programme launched
12th September 2025 By: Halima Frost

This month sees the option to study laser welding – a new technology-driven training programme – being formally added to the Southern African Institute of Welding’s (SAIW’s) training portfolio.... 


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Worries persist despite recent moves to overhaul air traffic entity
12th September 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s aviation sector faces a critical test as recent systemic failures at State-owned Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) disrupt operations and cause delays, triggering safety... 


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Tomato-Atsuma power station CO2 capture plant, Japan
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Electric company Hokkaido Electric Power Co plans to build the largest CO2 capture plant in Japan.  


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Witwatersrand Basin Project – Qala Shallows, South Africa – update
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

West Wits Mining has secured Investment Committee approval from Nebari Natural Resources Credit Fund II LP for a loan facility to advance Qala Shallows.  


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Minas-Rio System mine, Brazil
12th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

An iron-ore mine in Conceição do Mato Dentro and Alvorada de Minas, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. 


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Worries persist despite recent moves to overhaul air traffic entity
12th September 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s aviation sector faces a critical test as recent systemic failures at State-owned Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) disrupt operations and cause delays, triggering safety... 



Stats SA industry statistics director Nicolai Claassen
South Africa’s manufacturing production declines 0.7% in July
11th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) has reported that manufacturing production decreased by 0.7% year-on-year in July. Stats SA industry statistics director Nicolai Claassen notes that seven of the... 


Akobo surpasses August gold target amid operational upgrades
11th September 2025 By: Darren Parker

Scandinavian gold producer Akobo Minerals has produced about 7 kg of doré gold at its Ethiopian operations in August, exceeding its minimum target of 5 kg, despite heavy rain and challenging site... 


City of Ekurhuleni Development, Planning and Real Estate MMC Nomadlozi Nkosi and Schréder CEO Philippe Felten
Beka Schréder launches new head office
11th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Luminaire manufacturer Beka Schréder has opened its new head office, in Olifantsfontein, Gauteng, with the aim to streamline workflows, reduce production bottlenecks and enable quicker turnaround... 


World Platinum Investment Council Director of Research Edward Sterck.
Demand for platinum as an investment product is 'extremely strong'
11th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The demand for platinum as an investment product is currently “extremely strong”.. “We’re seeing Chinese consumers who are looking for hard assets that are also liquid. With the increase in the... 


Improve Your Plant's Safety and Efficiency with a FUCHS LUBRICANTS LCCP Audit
Improve Your Plant's Safety and Efficiency with a FUCHS LUBRICANTS LCCP Audit
11th September 2025

In the highly scrutinised business of food and beverage manufacturing, keeping your production line running smoothly is critical. Balancing operational efficiency, product quality, and adherence to... 


Giyani's demo plant
Giyani appoints interim executive chair, as FitzRoy steps down
11th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-V-listed Giyani Metals Corp has appointed Nigel Robinson as interim executive chairperson, succeeding Charles FitzRoy who is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities. Robinson was... 


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