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IMARC 2025: World’s Premier Mining Event Returns to Sydney with New Experiences and Targeting Record Attendance
12th August 2025

The International Mining and Resources Conference + Expo (IMARC) returns to Sydney in 2025 with a broader audience and bolder ambitions, catering for decision-makers and key personnel across the... 


New AI and 3D Systems Help Car makers with Quality Inspection
New AI and 3D Systems Help Car makers with Quality Inspection
12th August 2025

By: Stephan Pottel - Manufacturing Strategy Director EMEA, Zebra Technologies A little while ago I was listening to a podcaster interview the CEO of one of the biggest tech companies in the world.... 


Kumba Iron Ore in action.
South Africa’s Kumba Iron Ore helping to lessen carbon emission in global steelmaking
11th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The high ferrous content of Kumba Iron Ore, which is produced in South Africa’s Northern Cape, is helping to lessen carbon dioxide (CO2) emission at a time when this is the global pursuit of... 


Werner Pumps vacuum trucks helping to improve power plant maintenance
Werner Pumps vacuum trucks helping to improve power plant maintenance
11th August 2025

As South Africa works to improve its power supply and stability, maintenance of power plants is receiving fresh attention. South African manufacturer of high-pressure jetting and vacuum equipment... 


Ferrochrome production.
We’re working with government, looking at possible solutions, says Glencore Alloys CEO
8th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

“We’re working with government, looking at possible solutions,” Glencore Alloys CEO Japie Fullard tells Mining Weekly amid Glencore reporting this week that not one of its ferrochrome smelters is... 


Rand Water completes Zuikerbosch Phase 2 project
8th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday welcomed the completion of Phase 2 of Rand Water’s Station 5 water purification plant at the Zuikerbosch water treatment works in Vereeniging, one of the largest... 


Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
Addressing the maintenance skills crisis – how OEMs secure business continuity through SLAs
8th August 2025

By; Lebo Ntsane - MMM Segment Service Sales Lead – Schneider Electric Anglophone Africa Industries are facing a critical shortage of skilled technicians, especially for maintaining ageing... 


Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
Alternative building technology is the foundation for sustainable construction
8th August 2025

As the construction industry pivots towards sustainability, Alternative Building Technologies (ABT) are emerging as a transformative force. These innovative methods and materials are reshaping how... 


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Lifecycle management cuts screen costs
8th August 2025

Ensuring that vibrating screens meet production targets at the lowest cost per tonne requires close monitoring, careful maintenance and timeous optimisation throughout their lifecycle, says Sandvik... 


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Refillable automatic grease dispensers reduce carbon emissions and plastic waste
8th August 2025

SKF, in collaboration with its authorised distributor Bearing Services Richards Bay, recently delivered a refillable lubricator solution to a well-known South African paper recycling company... 


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New line of apprentice vices now available
8th August 2025

A range of vices featuring a fully enclosed bullet design for long-term durability and optimal clamp forces is now available nationwide. The Wilton apprentice vices are designed with castings that... 


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Use of reliable instruments for the chemicals industry a must
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

VEGA, a global leader in sensor manufacturing, is dedicated to delivering reliable and precise measurement solutions for demanding chemical environments. By focusing on safety, efficiency, and... 


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Company outlines strategies for safe, efficient transport
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Ensuring that a chemical fleet is tailored for compliance by maintaining stringent International Organisation for Standardisation- (ISO-) and Chemical Allied Industries Association- (CAIA-)... 


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Digital solution boosts optimisation
8th August 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The SmartAsset Intelligence platform, which incorporates AI, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and smart sensors for operational optimisation, offers a modern solution to customers, says... 


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Belt withstands high temps, aids productivity
8th August 2025

Industrial equipment supplier BMG has increased its range of conveyor components for high-temperature industrial applications through its latest range of Cambridge Knuckleback conveyor belts. BMG... 


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Valves crucial to systems but challenges persist
8th August 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Valves are indispensable components in the design and operation of chemical and petrochemical systems, as their role is central to ensuring process stability, safety and regulatory compliance, says... 


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New technology enhances operationality
8th August 2025

Metals and technologies supplier SMS group in June announced a partnership with US-based metal innovation and technologies company The Systems Group, to deliver safer, more sustainable and... 


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Sensors help cultivate efficient resource management
8th August 2025

In sub-Saharan Africa, where climate change has exacerbated erratic rainfall, efficient resource management is vital for sustainable farming, says sensor and measuring instrument manufacturer VEGA,... 


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Manufacturer stresses importance of industrial efficiency for cleaning chemicals
8th August 2025

Providing effective, ecofriendly solutions and contributing to lowering maintenance costs and improving overall productivity across various industries remain key in the strategic outlook of... 


Department commissions R450m KZN wastewater treatment plant
8th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has commissioned the R450-million Mpophomeni wastewater treatment Works (WWTW), in Mpophomeni, in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. This strategic... 


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DRD Gold - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Main activity of company: To provide a safe, healthy environment that supports efficient production by ensuring resources are available and downtime is minimised for maximum profitability.  


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Komatsu - Women in Mining
8th August 2025

Xolile Dikobe Position: Komatsu Mining Technologies senior procurement officer Main activity of company: Original-equipment manufacturer of underground mining equipment Date and place of birth:... 


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Multotec's female leaders deliver results
8th August 2025

Mohini Jingoo  Mohini is a capital sales manager at Multotec, specialising in capital equipment sales for the mineral processing industry. With a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering, she... 


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Obelisk solar and BESS project, Egypt
8th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Renewable-energy systems provider Scatec plans to build a 1.1 GW solar and 100 MW/200 MWh battery energy storage system project. 


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Victoria Island power plant, Nigeria
8th August 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Nigerian independent power producer Eko Electricity Distribution Company aims to build a 30 MW power plant that will run on natural gas. 


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Sappi’s third-quarter performance hampered by challenging conditions
7th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Paper and pulp manufacturer Sappi reported a loss of $33-million for the third financial quarter of the year, compared with the profit of $51-million reported for the third quarter of its 2024... 


Wind power drives SA’s future of sustainable energy
Wind power drives SA’s future of sustainable energy
7th August 2025

By: Richard Reid - Regional Director at Concord Cranes When people talk about renewable energy, solar power usually gets all the attention. However, wind power, with its simple design, holds major... 


Schneider Electric’s new TeSys Deca Advanced – the motor control solution optimised for East Africa’s industrial environments
Schneider Electric’s new TeSys Deca Advanced – the motor control solution optimised for East Africa’s industrial environments
7th August 2025

Schneider Electric East Africa has launched the new TeSys Deca Advanced, a smart, reliable, and energy-efficient motor control solution designed to simplify industrial operations and reduce... 


Artisan Training Institute
Powering the automotive artisan industry: Artisan Training Institute’s accredited qualifications
7th August 2025

South Africa’s automotive industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, is navigating a transformative era driven by advancements in the automotive industry and sophisticated diagnostics. As... 


El Teniente
Codelco asks to restart part of El Teniente mine after accident
7th August 2025 By: Reuters

Copper miner Codelco has asked Chile's mining regulator for permission to reopen a part of its flagship El Teniente mine after a collapse last week that killed six people, two sources with... 


DFA nears first-phase completion of national network upgrade
7th August 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Fibre infrastructure company DFA is nearing the completion of the first phase of its national network upgrade and future-proofing project, which started in 2023 and has cost more than R800-million... 


Copper market to feel impact of accident in Chile
6th August 2025 By: Bloomberg

Codelco stopped processing ore at its biggest copper mine in Chile after a deadly tunnel collapse July 31 prompted a halt of underground activities. The El Teniente complex ran out of stockpiled... 


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Transnet is becoming a national strategic asset worth investing in – Ninety One
6th August 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Global investment manager Ninety One says State-owned entity (SOE) Transnet’s turnaround signals a new era for South Africa’s logistics and infrastructure investment. With reforms under way and... 


Glencore CEO Gary Nagle.
Glencore identifies major cost savings opportunities in half-year review
6th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

During the first half of this year, diversified mining and marketing group Glencore continued to optimise the business and position it for further value accretive growth, CEO Gary Nagle reported on... 


Five-year solar power deal comes with zero investment, immediate saving, free upkeep
Five-year solar power deal comes with zero investment, immediate saving, free upkeep
6th August 2025

Lower-cost, free-maintenance, zero-investment rooftop solar electricity is the enticing five-year power purchase agreement (PPA) offer from Sosimple Energy - a diligent entrepreneurial company... 


Cloete’s Sand and Stone takes delivery of first New-Generation Volvo EC300 Excavator in Southern Africa
Cloete’s Sand and Stone takes delivery of first New-Generation Volvo EC300 Excavator in Southern Africa
5th August 2025

By: Babcock - boosts performance and fuel efficiency for trusted aggregates supplier Babcock is proud to announce the delivery of the first new-generation Volvo EC300 excavator in Southern Africa... 


The future of material handling is smart, safe, and tailored
The future of material handling is smart, safe, and tailored
5th August 2025

As operations evolve and business demands intensify, the role of material handling equipment is undergoing a critical transformation. At the forefront of this shift is Toyota Material Handling,... 


Filling Without the Fails: How VEGA Streamlines Bulk Packaging in Pharma & Cosmetics
Filling Without the Fails: How VEGA Streamlines Bulk Packaging in Pharma & Cosmetics
5th August 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Authorities like the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), the FDA (in the USA), and the EMA (in Europe) impose strict requirements on pharmaceutical and... 


Medallion seals binding deal for Forrestania assets from IGO
Medallion seals binding deal for Forrestania assets from IGO
5th August 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Medallion Metals has signed a binding asset sale agreement with IGO to acquire the Forrestania Nickel Operation (FNO). The move will support gold production from the Ravensthorpe... 


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Implats improves units costs during full-year, but production volumes decrease
4th August 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed Impala Platinum (Implats) says it delivered a “commendable” performance across its mining and processing assets for the full-year ended June 30. Unit costs benefitted from easing input... 


Air Products responds to market demand by investing in a new CO2 facility in Sasolburg
Air Products responds to market demand by investing in a new CO2 facility in Sasolburg
4th August 2025

Air Products launched their latest production asset, the Midlands carbon dioxide (CO2) Facility in Sasolburg, which accentuates their strategic decision to diversify its CO2 sources and to fill the... 


AngloGold Ashanti CEO Alberto Calderon.
AngloGold holds costs below 2% amid peers averaging 15%-plus
4th August 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Johannesburg Stock Exchange secondary-listed gold mining company AngloGold Ashanti has managed to repress costs to below 2% amid peer gold mining companies averaging above 15%. “We maintain cost... 


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National Treasury publishes documents in support of enhancing South Africa’s approach to disaster risk insurance
1st August 2025 By: Darren Parker

The National Treasury has published two documents on enhancing South Africa’s approach to disaster risk insurance by better using private sector participation. The documents comprise a disaster... 


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