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Mondi acquires two KwaZulu-Natal plantations
20th April 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

JSE-listed pulp and paper producer Mondi has acquired the Draycott and Greytown timber plantations, in KwaZulu-Natal, from World Hardwood. The Competition Tribunal on Thursday approved the... 


Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa
Economic transformation must have real content and meaning – Ramaphosa
22nd May 2017 By: News24Wire

It is necessary to give real content and meaning to the imperative of radical economic transformation to achieve inclusive growth, Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday. Delivering the... 


South Durban scholars learn about road and rail safety
South Durban scholars learn about road and rail safety
18th May 2017

Over the past month, 30 schools in the South Durban area have learnt all about road and rail safety as part of a campaign to educate primary and secondary school learners about the very real danger... 


Bassari moves along with Makabingui
18th May 2017 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Gold hopeful Bassari Resources has been given the go-ahead by the Senegalese government to start early stage development work at the Makabingui gold project. The Minister of Industry and Geology... 


Fraser Alexander partners with Puckree Group to bring the Bultfontein Coal Mine into Production
Fraser Alexander partners with Puckree Group to bring the Bultfontein Coal Mine into Production
6th February 2017

Fraser Alexander (FA) and Puckree Group (PG) have penned a partnership agreement to bring PG’s Bultfontein Coal Mine in Mpumalanga into production during the second quarter of 2017.  The mine will... 


Fraser Alexander partners with Puckree Group to bring the Bultfontein Coal Mine into Production
31st January 2017 By: Creamer Media Reporter

  Fraser Alexander (FA) and Puckree Group (PG) have penned a partnership agreement to bring PG’s Bultfontein Coal Mine in Mpumalanga into production during the second quarter of 2017.  The mine... 


Technicrete ISG Paves The Way
Technicrete ISG Paves The Way
12th December 2016

Technicrete ISG is renowned for the supply of the most comprehensive range of quality pre-cast concrete products for the building, construction and mining sectors in South Africa. It has become one... 


Starting A Blockyard Could Be Profitable – But Do Your Homework First, Advises The Concrete Institute
Starting A Blockyard Could Be Profitable – But Do Your Homework First, Advises The Concrete Institute
24th October 2016

With South Africa experiencing a critical shortage in housing, the manufacture of concrete bricks and blocks would not only help provide affordable building materials but also assist in the... 


Isithebe industrial park revitalisation project, South Africa
Isithebe industrial park revitalisation project, South Africa
21st October 2016 By: Sheila Barradas

The project forms part of the Department of Trade and Industry's Revitalisation of Industrial Parks Programme. 


SHONDONI MINE
Sasol’s new Shondoni Mine is expected to produce its first coal this month
Production at Sasol’s Shondoni mine set to start next month
2nd September 2016 By: Donna Slater

Construction of energy and chemicals company Sasol’s Secunda-based Shondoni mine is approaching completion with first coal production expected this month.  


Kyalami racetrack restoration project, South Africa
Kyalami racetrack restoration project, South Africa
8th April 2016 By: Sheila Barradas

The first racing event at the new Kyalami racetrack is scheduled for early 2017. 


Adriana Resources funds Labrador Trough iron-ore project beyond 2020
Adriana Resources funds Labrador Trough iron-ore project beyond 2020
5th January 2016 By: Henry Lazenby

Despite a glut of iron-ore expected to persist for several years, Adriana Resources on Monday consolidated its belief in the Lac Otelnuk project, located in Eastern Canada’s so-called Labrador... 


Clara Anna Fontein goes ahead
Clara Anna Fontein goes ahead
19th November 2015

With R500million in sales already in the bag and only 11 plots remaining to be sold in the first phase of  the prestigious Clara Anna Fontein, estate in Durbanville, phase two is now set to be... 


Minister Thulas Nxesi
Public Works starts second phase of turnaround strategy
1st October 2015 By: Megan van Wyngaardt

The Department of Public Works (DPW) and its Property Management Training Entity (PMTE), has now moved into the second phase of the department’s turnaround plan, which was first initiated in 2012.... 


On-The-Air (21/08/2015)
On-The-Air (21/08/2015)
21st August 2015 By: Martin Creamer

South Africans once mighty gold mining companies are preparing for worst-case scenarios. A major effort is being made to get cargo off the roads and back on to rail using a new app. The... 


New Kyalami circuit layout emerging as R100m upgrade speeds ahead
21st August 2015 By: Irma Venter

Two months after the start of a R100-million-plus upgrade to the 54-year-old Kyalami race track, the project is running according to plan, says Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit spokesperson Christo... 


Chicago Pneumatic launches new Red Hawk range
Chicago Pneumatic launches new Red Hawk range
2nd July 2015

International construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic has unveiled its Red Hawk range of motor drills and breakers. With three options available, the new range is suitable for roads,... 


Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane
Infrastructure maintenance, water technology in DWS crosshairs
21st May 2015 By: Natalie Greve

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) will place renewed focus on the maintenance and upgrade of water and sanitation infrastructure in the coming financial year, having already allocated... 


Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene
Possibility of private investment in Eskom being considered, Treasury confirms
18th May 2015 By: Terence Creamer

The National Treasury confirmed on Monday that consideration was being given to the possibility of private investment in Eskom as part of efforts to improve the electricity utility’s financial... 


Saldanha Bay industrial development zone project, South Africa
Saldanha Bay industrial development zone project, South Africa
3rd April 2015 By: Sheila Barradas

Several companies have shown interest in relocating their businesses to the Saldanha Bay industrial development zone. 


The paradox of life
20th February 2015 By: Riaan de Lange

When conceptualising this column, I thought of writing about my customs and excise duty (inclusive of tax and levy) expectations for the 2015 Budget, to be delivered by Finance Minister Nhlanhla... 


FIRST ORDER
Columbus Stainless supplied type 301 and 304L coils and sheets for the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa’s passenger coach replacement project
Coil and sheets supplied to PRASA project
24th October 2014 By: Mia Breytenbach

Stainless steel flat products producer Columbus Stainless received the first order in February this year to supply coils and sheets for the first 20 passenger train sets that form part of the... 


COMPARABLE QUALITY
The Italian Welding Institute indicated favourable quality, welding ability and penetration results for the stainless steel MIG wire
Local steel wire compares well to European counterparts
24th October 2014 By: Mia Breytenbach

Stainless steel metal and inert gas (MIG) welding wire, locally produced by stainless steel bar and wire producer Wire Products Stainless Steel (WPSS) since 2010, was tested by the Italian Welding... 


SOD-TURNING
Imperial Logistics group executive officer marking the start of the development of the  $20-million pharmaceutical warehouse in Kenya
$20m pharmaceuticals warehouse built in Kenya
24th October 2014

Logistics company Imperial Logistics’ Africa-focused healthcare supply chain management provider last month started the construction of a $20-million pharmaceutical storage and distribution... 


SECURE WITH EXPANDED METAL
Expanded metal offers the same level of flexibility as conventional fencing
Expanded metal sheets improve warehouse security
24th October 2014

Steel products manufacturer Andrew Mentis says that expanded metal is fast becoming a popular material to ensure human and warehoused items’ safety inside facilities. The company says that when... 


North West to spend R460m on housing in mining areas
North West to spend R460m on housing in mining areas

The North West provincial government has set aside over R460-million for housing projects in the mining area of Marikana. Delivering his State of the Province Address, in Mafikeng, on Friday, North... 


Barloworld Power Rental Solution For Tormin Mine
24th June 2014

A customised rental solution from Barloworld Power has enabled Australian company Mineral Commodities Limited to keep capital costs to a minimum in the provision of on-site power for both the... 


Saldanha Bay industrial development zone project, South Africa
Saldanha Bay industrial development zone project, South Africa
8th November 2013 By: Sheila Barradas

The construction of the Saldanha Bay industrial development zone was launched on October 31. 


ACSA completes R18m cargo division upgrade at Cape Town airport
ACSA completes R18m cargo division upgrade at Cape Town airport
28th October 2013 By: Natasha Odendaal

Airports Company South Africa- (ACSA-) operated Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) has completed an R18-million upgrade of its cargo division. The upgrade, which was initiated to improve the... 


DAVE MARTIN Columbus Stainless is also developing a 301 grade stainless steel as a cheaper alternative to 304 for use in the manufacturing of a variety of products
Local range of cost-effective lean duplex stainless steels launched
25th October 2013 By: Ilan Solomons

Stainless steel flat products producer Columbus Stainless introduced a new range of lean duplex stainless steels in 2010, which offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional austenitic... 


Scatec Solar photovoltaic projects, South Africa
Scatec Solar photovoltaic projects, South Africa
18th October 2013 By: Sheila Barradas

Raubex Infra has been awarded two contracts by Scatec Solar to provide civils and electrical work for its two photovoltaic projects. 


New New York bridge project, US
8th February 2013 By: Sheila Barradas

The project involves the construction of a new New York bridge to replace the Tappan Zee. 


State
8th February 2013 By: Asha Ramsaran

Tender work arising from state contracts  


Chingola refractory ore project, Zambia
21st January 2011 By: Sheila Barradas

The project includes a standalone plant for 50 000 t/y of primary copper from Chingola Refractory Ore. 


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