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Uis tin mine
Andrada reports processing improvements in quarterly update
31st March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Aim- and OTCQB-listed tin producer Andrada Mining's ongoing continuous improvement programme has resulted in processing rates reaching 141 t an hour, the highest level in the past five quarters,... 


D-SERIES
The hoist features a modular design that allows for easy maintenance and quick installation
New hoist available in EMEA
28th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Crane manufacturer Konecranes has introduced the D-series electric chain hoist, which is engineered for industries requiring high-performance lifting solutions with enhanced safety, efficiency and... 


MARC KLEINER
Condra is leagues ahead of everybody else
Local manufacture, engineering and support underpin market leadership
28th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

While there are several companies in South Africa’s overhead crane and hoist sector claiming to be the largest in Africa, crane manufacturer Condra MD Marc Kleiner says the “true definers of market... 


PALFINGER premieres new middle-seat truck-mounted forklift at bauma 2025
26th March 2025

Whether in transportation and logistics, building material applications or the construction industry – truck-mounted forklifts are the most efficient way to get goods and products delivered to... 


Battery-Box LV5.0+ system
BYD Energy Storage introduces upgraded Battery-Box model
25th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Integrated renewable energy solutions company BYD Energy Storage introduced a new BYD Battery-Box LV5.0+ at booth B214 at Solar and Storage Live Africa, in Johannesburg, on March 25. This new... 


Rittal South Africa launches new flat pack IT enclosure solution
Rittal South Africa launches new flat pack IT enclosure solution
24th March 2025

(Virtual Showroom) Rittal South Africa, the supplier of IT infrastructure solutions and industrial enclosures, has announced the local launch of the FR IT Rack – a flat-pack IT enclosure solution.... 


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Phased approach allows for diversified energy mix
21st March 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

South Africa must establish a diversified energy mix, which entails responsibly leveraging its regional endowments, such as coal and gas, while scaling up cleaner energy sources in a phased... 


The ID.EVERY1 concept vehicle
VW shows concept version of the entry-level electric car it will roll out in 2027
19th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

Volkswagen has unveiled the concept look of a small, entry-level electric car it plans to roll out in Europe in 2027. This car should cost in the region of R400 000 in Europe. Pricing – should the... 


Thungela CEO July Ndlovu
Thungela delivers resilient performance, reports 16% y/y revenue increase
17th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Johannesburg- and London-listed Thungela Resources delivered a resilient performance for the financial year ended December 31, 2024. The company reports that full-year export saleable production... 


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Power protection for critical infrastructure environments
14th March 2025

A new compact, modular, scalable, and redundant 500 kW to 1 250 kW three-phase uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is now available. The UPS features enhanced cybersecurity, software, and safety... 


Why turbomachinery should break free from vendor lock-in
Why turbomachinery should break free from vendor lock-in
13th March 2025

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Today’s modern turbomachinery control systems form an important of operational efficiency, be it in heavy... 


How climate change puts SA’s water at risk, and why PPPs can help
12th March 2025

The impacts of climate change on South Africa’s fresh water resources are becoming increasingly apparent, and without urgent interventions, new infrastructure models and private participation, the... 


Engineering News speaks to SEW-EURODRIVE business development electronics manager Willem Strydom at Propak Africa in Johannesburg.
SEW-EURODRIVE improving efficiency in printing, packaging industries
11th March 2025

Drive technology and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE showcased its latest automation and digitalisation solutions at Propak Africa 2025, with a strong focus on its MOVI-C modular automation... 


igus meets metaverse: the plastics specialist brings sales and engineering to virtual reality
5th March 2025

Salespeople, engineers and customers are to work together in the iguverse Take a closer look at products from all sides with VR glasses. Work with engineers and materials experts in virtual reality... 


50 per cent longer unsupported length: igus expands its series of YE hybrid chains
5th March 2025

Quickly installed and 50 per cent lighter, energy supply series made of steel and polymer in new large sizes 50 per cent lighter than conventional steel chains and 50 per cent longer unsupported... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Diversified energy resources needed to ensure energy security for Africa, South Africa – Ramakgopa
4th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South Africa, and Africa as a whole, had to make use of diversified energy resources, to enhance energy security. This was one of the points highlighted by South African Electricity and Energy... 


Trends and innovations shaping the growing food and beverage sector on show at Propak Africa 2025
Trends and innovations shaping the growing food and beverage sector on show at Propak Africa 2025
4th March 2025

The food and beverage sector is the largest and most vital part of South Africa’s manufacturing industry, contributing 25% to total production. Recent growth, largely driven by dairy, snacks,... 


All the latest packaging and printing trends at Propak Africa and co-located shows
All the latest packaging and printing trends at Propak Africa and co-located shows
4th March 2025

Packaging and printing play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, supporting industries from retail to agriculture and manufacturing. Businesses are increasingly seeking smarter, more... 


Mark van Wyk with the Dragonfly V
South African zero-emissions UAV to be launched onto the market this year
3rd March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African zero-emissions aviation startup company FlyH2 Aerospace (FlyH2) has announced that its prototype uncrewed aerial vehicle, the Dragonfly V (five) is successfully continuing its flight... 


PRF introduces HYKE - The advanced hydrogen transport module
3rd March 2025

Global leader in fuel gas solutions PRF Gas Solutions proudly announces the launch of HYKE, an innovative hydrogen transport module designed to redefine the transport and distribution of hydrogen... 


MOVI-C range display
Sizeable upturn in automation, digitalisation of SSA’s industries
28th February 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

With its roots in Europe, which is leading the Fourth Industrial Revolution, drive technology and automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has the necessary experience to meet the growing demand for... 


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Balranald critical minerals development, Australia – update
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The mine is set to be commissioned in the second half of 2025. 


Image of rare earths
Rare earth oxide manufacturing facility, UK
28th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A feasibility study has shown strong potential for a profitable and unique commercial rare earth oxide manufacturing facility in Northern Ireland. 


Public Works and Infrastructure deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala
Only through partnerships can built environment adapt to climate change - Zikalala
26th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As the local and international macroeconomic landscape becomes more volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous owing to climate change and increasing instances of extreme heat and flooding, it... 


An image depicting solar panels
SolarAfrica secures R1.8bn solar investment, advancing wheeling adoption in South Africa
25th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Independent power producer SolarAfrica has reached financial close on the first 114 MW component of its flagship utility-scale solar project, SunCentral, alongside funding partners Investec and... 


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.... 


Image of Sishen mine
Sishen ultrahigh dense-media separation project, South Africa – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is progressing to plan. 


Koeberg nuclear power station, in the Western Cape
PCC discussion reveals opposing views on nuclear power, despite it being ‘necessary’ for net zero
19th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

International and local associations, as well as various energy experts, agree that achieving net zero in the 44 countries that have committed thereto will be virtually impossible without including... 


The accelerated motion of data centres and how modular builds keep up
The accelerated motion of data centres and how modular builds keep up
19th February 2025

By: Ben Selier - Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The expansion of the current data centres landscape is certainly making history.  Its growth is almost... 


The recently commissioned greenfields aggregate plant for Pilot Crushtec’s customer in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Largest Pilot Modular aggregate plant commissioned in the DRC
19th February 2025

In a milestone project, Pilot Crushtec International has commissioned its largest ever Pilot Modular plant. Supplied to produce five aggregate sizes for an existing customer in the Democratic... 


2025 SAPICS Conference will be the greenest ever
2025 SAPICS Conference will be the greenest ever
18th February 2025

Supply chain sustainability is one of the important topics on the agenda at this year’s 47th annual SAPICS Conference, the leading event in Africa for the supply chain profession. But industry body... 


Schneider Electric Announces Galaxy VXL UPS – the Industry’s Most Compact, High Density Power Protection System for AI, Data Centre, and Large-Scale Electrical Workloads
Schneider Electric Announces Galaxy VXL UPS – the Industry’s Most Compact, High Density Power Protection System for AI, Data Centre, and Large-Scale Electrical Workloads
18th February 2025

Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has today announced the launch of its new Galaxy VXL – a highly efficient, compact, modular, scalable,... 


Necsa Group CEO Loyiso Tyabashe
Necsa secures approval for detailed design phase for multipurpose reactor
17th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

State-owned South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa) has secured approval, as well as R1.2-billion in funding, from government for the second phase of its multipurpose reactor, which... 


TechAccess achieves Schneider Electric Elite Partner status
TechAccess achieves Schneider Electric Elite Partner status
17th February 2025

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation and its longstanding partner, TechAccess’ partnership has over... 


NEWLY OPERATING
The recently commissioned greenfield aggregate plant for Pilot Crushtec’s customer in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Modular aggregate plant commissioned
14th February 2025

In a milestone project, local mobile and semi-mobile crushing and screening equipment provider Pilot Crushtec International has commissioned its largest ever Pilot Modular plant, which is being... 


Image of Zambia map/flag
Waste rock project, Zambia – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Metals recovery company Jubilee Metals Group is concluding the final details of the due diligence on the project. 


Second Condra crane to be built for Tongaat Hulett̓s Maidstone mill
14th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has received an order to manufacture a second overhead crane for Tongaat Hulett’s Maidstone sugar mill, in KwaZulu-Natal. The 23-m-span doublegirder electric... 


SYSPRO Chief Revenue Officer Mark Wilson
Five key trends driving the manufacturing sector in 2025
13th February 2025

As we look toward 2025, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised for transformation. Fuelled by technological advancements, economic growth and an increasing focus on sustainability, businesses are... 


The Uis tin mine
Andrada secures $2.5m loan to build a second tin processing jig plant at Uis
12th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Tin producer Andrada Mining, which has a portfolio of critical raw materials mining and exploration assets in Namibia, has secured a $2.5-million loan from LC Abelheim as a trustee of the Orange... 


Mantengu chairperson Jonas Tshikundamalema
Mantengu buys MIB’s iron beneficiation plant
11th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed Mantengu Mining has acquired Masorini Iron Beneficiation’s (MIB’s) iron beneficiation plant in Phalaborwa, Limpopo, for R18.97-million. Mantengu says this strategic move positions the... 


Arizona to deploy Koch’s commercial-scale DLE at Prairie project
Arizona to deploy Koch’s commercial-scale DLE at Prairie project
11th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

ASX-listed Arizona Lithium has signed an agreement with Koch Technology Solutions (KTS) to deploy its Li-Pro commercial-scale direct lithium extraction (DLE) unit for Phase 1 production at the... 


Image of a Trafo Power Solutions modular substations
Range of electrical power solutions available
10th February 2025

Founded as a dry-type transformer specialist, Trafo Power Solutions says it has expanded its offerings to provide a range of electrical power solutions in Africa. The company notes its growth in... 


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