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Range offers high-performance automation
29th August 2025

Automation solutions provider Rollon’s high-specification linear motion systems are engineered for high-performance automation in many industries, including food processing, where hygiene,... 


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Firm joins low-carbon aluminium smelter project
29th August 2025

Global technology company ABB has joined Arctial as an investor and will become a member of a partnership of companies set to carry out in-depth feasibility studies for the Greentop low-carbon... 


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SACEEC celebrates innovation on KITE floor
29th August 2025

Exhibitor innovation took the spotlight at industry event KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) 2025 as industry association South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC)... 


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Access to markets grounded in local presence
29th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

A well-established local presence is crucial to access global markets in capital equipment exports, highlights industry association South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC) CEO Eric... 


ESSENTIAL FLEXIBILITY 
SNG could offer industries a level of flexibility that is essential for South African factories that cannot afford downtime
SNG could sustain industries till LNG rollout
29th August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Gas solutions company Eyona Gas believes that synthetic natural gas (SNG) could offer a real safety net for South African industries facing looming gas shortages in the future. As the country moves... 


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Energy firm makes major gas discovery in Mpumalanga
29th August 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Perth-based gas exploration company Kinetiko Energy has confirmed one of South Africa’s most significant onshore gas finds, following about a decade of work in Mpumalanga. The company has drilled... 


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Pressure mounting
29th August 2025 By: Terence Creamer

With industrial and trade policy firmly back on the global agenda, South African industry is becoming more vocal in highlighting the threats posed to South Africa’s industrial capacity by policy... 


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IDC says it can’t go it alone in salvaging AMSA’s longs unit
28th August 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) says no decision has been made in relation to further support for ArcelorMittal South Africa’s (AMSA’s) long-steel business, after the State-owned... 


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Hillside lifts South32 production, while Mozal shuttering hangs in the balance
28th August 2025 By: Donna Slater

With power price and purchase agreements to power its Mozal Aluminium smelter in Mozambique in limbo, diversified metals producer South32 CEO Graham Kerr says the company’s sister operation in... 


At a crossroads: South Africa’s automotive component sector can turn setbacks into opportunities
At a crossroads: South Africa’s automotive component sector can turn setbacks into opportunities
28th August 2025

By: Renai Moothilal - NAACAM CEO South Africa’s automotive industry stands at a pivotal moment. The engine of South African industrial growth, the sector is now grappling with a convergence of... 


How Catalytic Converters Combat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
How Catalytic Converters Combat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
28th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning remains one of the leading causes of fatal air poisoning worldwide. This silent threat—colorless, odorless, and tasteless—can cause serious health... 


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South32 sees limited risk of Indonesia replicating nickel success in alumina
28th August 2025 By: Reuters

Australian diversified miner South32 is closely watching alumina developments in Indonesia to see whether they will drag down prices in the global market the same way its nickel industry has, CEO... 


Africa hosts a critical mineral treasure chest.
African nations can leverage their critical mineral endowments, Boston Consulting highlights
27th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

African nations can leverage their critical mineral endowments to move beyond traditional extraction models and capture significantly greater value across the entire mining-to-manufacturing value... 


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ASP Isotopes officially lists on the JSE
27th August 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Nasdaq-listed highly enriched isotopes company ASP Isotopes’ (ASPI’s) shares started trading on the JSE on August 27 under the ticker ISO. The company, which is in the process of acquiring ASX- and... 


Redefining Heavy-Duty Operations with High-Performance Battery Solutions
Redefining Heavy-Duty Operations with High-Performance Battery Solutions
27th August 2025

In the competitive world of logistics, manufacturing and material handling, equipment downtime is not just an inconvenience, it is a major threat to productivity and profitability.  Industrial... 


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Afrimat advances various improvement initiatives across its operations
27th August 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Ahead of releasing its interim results for the six months ended August 31, JSE-listed construction materials and industrial minerals company Afrimat has advised that there will be a decrease in the... 


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Torngat Metals signs rare earth supply deal with German magnet maker VAC
27th August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Montreal-based Torngat Metals has struck a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with German company Vacuumschmelze (VAC) to pursue a long-term supply agreement for rare earth oxides. The non-binding... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says procurement timelines must be met to add credibility to ITP programme
Warning that qualifying criteria for private grid procurement could sideline domestic industry
26th August 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Concern continues to be raised over the technical and financial criteria being used to prequalify bidders for South Africa’s inaugural independent transmission project (ITP) tender, which critics... 


Menar gains critical rail access
Menar gains critical rail access
26th August 2025

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced the granting of rail network access to 11 private companies as part of the government’s reforms to improve economic efficiencies and increase rail... 


Diesel Emissions Made Easy: Understanding Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs)
Diesel Emissions Made Easy: Understanding Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs)
26th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Cleaner Air Through Advanced Filtration Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) play a crucial role in reducing harmful emissions from diesel engines. At HJS Emission Technology SA, we... 


NZ minister Shane Jones keen to build on new high standing
26th August 2025

New Zealand resources minister Shane Jones isn’t getting carried away with results of the latest Fraser Institute survey out of Canada that has the country ahead of all Australian states and... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Amid tariff pressures, Ramaphosa calls for economic diplomacy and multilateralism
25th August 2025 By: Sashnee Moodley

Back from his trip to Japan, where he attended the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development Summit, President Cyril Ramaphosa underscored the importance of the forum to... 


Mahindra launches R70m Pik Up assembly plant in KwaZulu-Natal
Mahindra launches R70m Pik Up assembly plant in KwaZulu-Natal
25th August 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

India-headquartered vehicle manufacturer Mahindra has launched its new R70-million Mahindra Pik Up local assembly plant at the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone (SEZ), in KwaZulu-Natal, on... 


Stellenbosch University launches new Chair, focused on concentrated solar power
22nd August 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Stellenbosch University (SU) has officially launched a new solar energy Chair (Professorship) in its Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, and announced the name of the inaugural... 


Adcock’s full-year results benefit from good second-half performance
22nd August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed pharmaceuticals manufacturer Adcock Ingram has recorded a 1% increase in revenue to R9.76-billion for the financial year ended June 30, while basic earnings a share increased by 8%... 


Schneider Electric East Africa introduces new PrismaSeT power distribution switchboard range for smart energy management
Schneider Electric East Africa introduces new PrismaSeT power distribution switchboard range for smart energy management
22nd August 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, is proud to introduce its next-generation PrismaSeT range of power distribution... 


Reclaiming Purpose, Redefining an Industry
Reclaiming Purpose, Redefining an Industry
22nd August 2025

“Success is 80% preparation and 20% execution. That’s how I’ve built my business over the years.”  Portio Dlamini didn’t grow up in a household of entrepreneurs. Raised by her grandparents in the... 


Steasa CEO Keitumetse Moumakoe
South African steel tube exporters to participate in Nigeria, Ghana trade mission
22nd August 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Industry body the Steel Tube Export Association of South Africa (Steasa) will participate in an outward selling mission (OSM) to Nigeria and Ghana from August 25 to 30 as part of efforts to... 


BCI hits milestones at Mardie salt project, advances SoP programme
22nd August 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia's BCI Minerals has entered full-scale operations at its A$1.44-billion Mardie salt project in Western Australia, which is set to become the country’s biggest industrial salt operation and... 


US Defense Department to buy cobalt for up to $500m
US Defense Department to buy cobalt for up to $500m
22nd August 2025 By: Reuters

The US is seeking to procure cobalt worth up to $500-million for defence stockpiles amid the country's move to boost its critical mineral supplies. Companies have been scrambling to source rare... 


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Talbot - The Art of Water
22nd August 2025

This Women’s Month, we introduce four women at Talbot helping industrial clients activate the transition to sustainable water, each with a unique voice, purpose and passion for impact. Liane Henman   


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Excellence has no gender, says WEG sales supervisor
22nd August 2025

Amanda Maher Position and company name: Sales supervisor for medium-and high-voltage motors at WEG Africa Main activity of company: WEG is a global leader in the production of electrical equipment,... 


Logistical challenges, shortage of big contractors impacting construction in Africa – report
22nd August 2025 By: Irma Venter

Logistical limitations and a lack of supply-chain capacity in the African construction market risk creating a barrier to investment, says a new report from global professional services firm Turner... 


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Treating sustainability as a KPI helps company abate carbon emissions
22nd August 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

With a lofty goal of cutting its carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, minerals and mining technology solutions provider Weir is well ahead of meeting this target since introducing the initiative in... 


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University facilitates inclusion, access to opportunities for technical women
22nd August 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

South African tertiary education institution, the University of Pretoria (UP), is empowering women by offering education and training courses rooted in science, technology, engineering and... 


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Filtration range improves performance, supports sustainability
22nd August 2025

Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s extensive filtration portfolio encompasses carefully selected products that improve performance while contributing to sustainability in mining by reducing... 


Nhlanhla Zondo, executive director at Power Process Systems
Nhlanhla Zondo
22nd August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Nhlanhla Zondo, executive director at Power Process Systems, which specialises in the design, manufacture and switchgear-wiring of electrical enclosures and distribution... 


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PGMs market undergoing shift in 2025 – WPIC
22nd August 2025 By: Halima Frost

There has been a significant change in market dynamics this year, with a strong growth in demand for platinum investment products in China and platinum jewellery that is over and above expectations... 


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Nuclear power station licensed for another 20 years
22nd August 2025

State-owned electricity utility Eskom’s Koeberg nuclear power station was recently licensed to operate its Unit 1 for another 20 years, with global consultancy SRK Consulting South Africa playing a... 


New Wits School of Mining head eyes top-ten spot in global ranking
22nd August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Following his appointment in February as the head of the University of the Witwatersrand’s School of Mining Engineering, Dr Paseka Leeuw has set out his ambitions for one of the world’s largest... 


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Showcase at the KZN Industrial Technology Exhibition 2025
22nd August 2025

Global leader in measurement instrumentation, services, and solutions for industrial process engineering Endress+Hauser South Africa supports customers locally and in sub-equatorial Africa. It... 


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Makhado steelmaking hard coking coal project, South Africa – update
22nd August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

MC Mining has started openpit mining. 


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South Africa set to open first underground gold mine in 15 years
21st August 2025 By: Bloomberg

South Africa is set to open its first new underground gold mine in 15 years – an increasingly rare event for a country that was once the world’s largest producer of the precious metal. West Wits... 


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ESAB South Arica, the leading supplier of high-end welding and cutting products to the Southern African industrial market is based in...

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