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Key trends to impact the AI and computing sector in 2025 include power and cooling infrastructure innovation, data centre energy availability challenges, industry collaboration to drive AI factory development, AI's implications on a cybersecurity front, and regulations
Innovation, regulation, cybersecurity dominate 2025 AI trends
22nd November 2024 By: Donna Slater

With the growing adoption and further development of AI, the technology is continuing to reshape the data centre industry – a reality reflected in the projected 2025 data centre trends determined... 


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Modular units improve mine construction processes
22nd November 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

Modular construction units are highly beneficial for the various construction processes at a mining operation, and can prove to be cost-efficient, easily moveable and easy to set up – making it an... 


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Flexible power banks promote heavy vehicle electrification
22nd November 2024

Electric commercial vehicle charging solutions provider TUAL announced its “state-of-the-art, highly flexible” PowerBank Pro-Charging offering for electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) in September... 


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Rovuma LNG Phase 1, Mozambique
22nd November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

ExxonMobil Development Africa, Eni and CNODC Dutch Cooperatief plan to monetise more than 60-trillion cubic feet of gas in the deep-water Area 4 of the Rovuma basin. 


Trump chooses oil fracking boss Wright as energy secretary
Trump chooses oil fracking boss Wright as energy secretary
18th November 2024 By: Bloomberg

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Chris Wright, who runs a Colorado-based oil and natural gas fracking services company, to lead the Energy Department. Wright, the chief executive officer of... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Ramokgopa to recommend lifting PBMR from care and maintenance
15th November 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The Department of Electricity and Energy is preparing a report to Cabinet to recommend the approval of lifting the pebble bed modular reactor (PBMR) from care and maintenance to allow South Africa... 


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Bilboes sulphide gold project, Zimbabwe – update
15th November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The revised feasibility study continues to progress. 


Mitochondria fuel cell image
Fuel cells – the modern way to generate electricity
14th November 2024

Rooted in the 14-billion-year history of the Universe is nature’s powerhouse of producing energy from hydrogen. A revolution in the energy generation sector is quietly underway, driven by this... 


Schneider Electric powers NBOX1, East Africa’s Largest Hyper Cloud Data Centre
Schneider Electric powers NBOX1, East Africa’s Largest Hyper Cloud Data Centre
12th November 2024

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable companyand leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is the power infrastructure provider for East Africa’s first... 


International nuclear body to have a high profile at the COP29 climate summit
11th November 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will highlight the role of nuclear energy, as a key instrument to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, during the COP29 UN Climate Summit. The summit... 


Tetra Pak packaging about to be recycled
Tetra Pak on track to achieve a 40% recycling rate for its products by 2030
8th November 2024 By: Darren Parker

Food processing and packaging company Tetra Pak Southern Africa aims to achieve a 40% nationwide recycling rate for its liquid board packaging (LBP) products by 2030, a goal that Tetra Pak... 


Image of a Sandvik Leopard DI650i down-the-hole drill rig
Drill rig becomes popular choice for Southern African mines
8th November 2024

A down-the-hole (DTH) drill rig introduced to the market in 2018 has become the preferred choice for surface mines across southern Africa, particularly in high-capacity production drilling... 


The Kendal Ash Disposal Facility project stands out for its vast scale, covering an area of approximately 2.5km by 3km
Concor's landmark Kendal ADF project wins Best Projects Awards
7th November 2024

Concor won two prestigious Construction World Best Projects 2024 Awards for its impressive work, undertaken in joint venture with Lubocon Construction, on the Ash Disposal Facility (ADF) expansion... 


Power block at night. Lifting activities at the turbine hall ongoing to meet the tight schedule
Kathu plant's maintenance outage ensuring long-term efficiency in CSP operations
5th November 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

Kathu Solar Park (KSP), one of South Africa's select few concentrated solar power (CSP) plants, located in the Northern Cape, recently underwent a 30-day offline period to complete its yearly... 


SEW-EURODRIVE’s products allow for reduced raw material consumption, increased stock-keeping and enhanced application flexibility and efficiency
SEW-EURODRIVE’s global sustainability strategy in Africa
1st November 2024 By: Shannon de Ryhove

Power transmission solutions and drive technology manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE aims to align its global sustainability strategy with the unique needs of African industries. “SEW-EURODRIVE's global... 


E-MOBILITY
The Terra DC Fast Charger is specifically designed to be highly efficient compared to conventional charging systems
EV charging system enhances energy efficiency, optimises use
1st November 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Multinational technology company ABB’s Terra DC Fast Charger is positioned as a solution that advances both energy efficiency and sustainability in the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry, ABB... 


Aerial view of the Sishen iron-ore mine
Sishen ultrahigh-dense-media separation project, South Africa
1st November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Kumba Iron Ore plans to invest in margin-enhancing ultrahigh-dense-media separation processing technology at its Sishen mine. 


Location map of the Molo graphite mine
Molo graphite mine expansion, Madagascar – update
1st November 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The first commercial shipments of graphite concentrate to Germany and the US have been completed. 


How F&B industrial automation and UTS feed into each other
How F&B industrial automation and UTS feed into each other
31st October 2024

By: Vikash Rampathi - Segment Marketing Lead at Schneider Electric “Automation has been adopted in manufacturing plants for the last 50 years, and it is increasing day by day. The food industry has... 


Spotlight on Middle East's 'first digital gold mine'
30th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A panel of global leaders in mining, technology and engineering have shared crucial insights at the International Mining and Resources Conference + Expo (IMARC), in Sydney, Australia, into how... 


Advancing sustainable automation in Africa
25th October 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Global technology leader in electrical distribution and automation ABB intends to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future in Africa through its technology leadership in... 


Renewable-energy solution provider for Limpopo water infrastructure development programme named
25th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Lebalelo Water User Association (LWUA) has selected asset management company Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS) as the preferred bidder to deliver a renewable-energy solution for the first stage... 


US awards contracts for making higher enriched uranium for new reactors
18th October 2024 By: Reuters

The US rolled out initial contracts to four companies hoping to produce a new, more highly enriched uranium fuel for an expected wave of high-tech reactors, the US Energy Department said on... 


PILOT PROJECT
Tomatoes produced at the De Grendel School of Skills, the pilot aquaponic plant
Firm makes aquaponics, water treatment breakthrough
18th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

Water treatment supplier Fine Bubble Technologies (FBT) is making significant strides in the agriculture and aquaculture sectors with its nano bubble system, enhancing water treatment efficiency... 


SAS partners with Fincantieri, Vard Marine to build offshore patrol vessels in South Africa
18th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

Sandock Austral Shipyards (SAS) in Durban has signed a technology partnership agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and its Canadian subsidiary Vard Marine to construct the Afrika class... 


IMAGE OF PRIESKA MINE HEADGEAR
Prieska Copper Zinc Mine, South Africa – update
18th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The mine is operational and has undertaken trial mining. 


Vertiv Data Centre Solution Boosts Kenya's National Motor Vehicle Registration System
Vertiv Data Centre Solution Boosts Kenya's National Motor Vehicle Registration System
16th October 2024

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, together with local partner Encapsulated East Africa Limited, and the Kenyan National Transport... 


BMW Group South Africa starts production of the new plug-in X3
BMW Group South Africa starts production of the new plug-in X3
14th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

BMW Group South Africa’s (BMW SA’s) Rosslyn plant, in Tshwane, has started production of the fourth-generation BMW X3, following a R4.2-billion investment. It is the only facility in the BMW global... 


OTTER PUMP
The modular design of the OTTer-pump supports interchangeable heads for tasks such as handling compacted or loose materials
Pump enhances efficiency in dredging, mining
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The OTTer-pump, developed by maritime technology supplier Royal IHC, which is present in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries, presents a versatile and efficient solution for... 


Latest Vertiv Webinar Series Focuses on Industrial IT Solutions for Africa
Latest Vertiv Webinar Series Focuses on Industrial IT Solutions for Africa
10th October 2024

‘Africa Technology Update’ webinars to discuss data centres, energy issues, AI, and more Vertiv(NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, is pleased... 


Vertiv Introduces Fully Populated, High Power Density Lithium Battery Cabinets for Fast, Cost-Efficient Installation in HPC Data Centres
Vertiv Introduces Fully Populated, High Power Density Lithium Battery Cabinets for Fast, Cost-Efficient Installation in HPC Data Centres
9th October 2024

Vertiv™ EnergyCore battery cabinets save floorspace with internally integrated accessories and seamlessly couple with Vertiv™ large and medium UPS systems Meeting the urgent need for solutions... 


BMW staff celebrates the start of PHEV X3 production
BMW Group South Africa starts production of the new plug-in X3
7th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

BMW Group South Africa’s (BMW SA’s) Rosslyn plant, in Tshwane, has started production of the fourth-generation BMW X3, following a R4.2-billion investment. It is the only facility in the BMW global... 


Image of potash ore
Khemisset potash project, Morocco – update
4th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Emmerson is conducting a re-evaluation of the Joint Ore Reserves Committee- resource at Khemisset. 


Living butterhead lettuce module at Sea to Sky operations in Alberta, Canada
Canadian farming company proves sustainable leafy green production is possible
30th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Controlled environment farming company Sea to Sky Farms has grown to become among the most efficient per square foot lettuce growers in the world, using modular containers, with its expansion plans... 


Prasheen Maharaj and Vard Marine's Derek Buxton
SAS partners with Fincantieri, Vard Marine to build offshore patrol vessels in SA
27th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Sandock Austral Shipyards (SAS) in Durban has signed a technology partnership agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and its Canadian subsidiary Vard Marine to construct the Afrika class... 


A person holding potash
Emmerson CFO resigns as Khemisset project seeks environmental approvals
27th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

London-listed potash developer Emmerson CFO Jim Wynn has resigned to pursue another opportunity elsewhere, the company revealed on September 27. Wynn, who joined the company in February 2022, will... 


Image of a hydrogen fuel station and hydrogen-fuelled bus
New hydrogen air compressor furthers hydrogen mobility
27th September 2024

A new hydrogen compressor designed to meet the growing demands of hydrogen mobility and the transition to the use of renewable energy has been unveiled. Atlas Copco says its H2Y hydrogen compressor... 


Image of Prieska mine headgear
Prieska Copper Zinc Mine, South Africa – update
27th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The bankable feasibility study is on track for completion in the December 2024 quarter. 


Giyani nears commissioning of demo manganese processing plant
25th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-listed Giyani Metals Corporation says its demonstration plant for the processing of material from the K.Hill manganese project is moving into the detailed fit-out phase with all modular process... 


500 solar panels have been installed, which will be connected to the Troilus camp to provide supplementary and back-up power.
Troilus boosts offering to C$28m, expands renewable energy at site
25th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Development-stage mining company Troilus Gold has upsized its previously announced bought-deal offering to C$28-million. The offering will now comprise 51.15-million units at C$0.35 each,... 


Orion Minerals CEO Errol Smart
To date, half of new Northern Cape copper mine’s employees are from host communities
20th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Half of the employees of the emerging Prieska Copper Zinc Mine in South Africa’s prospective Northern Cape were, as of June 30, made up of members of the host community towns of Prieska, Marydale,... 


The Argos-15
Hensoldt launches advanced South African-made airborne imaging system
20th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Defence and security company Hensoldt has launched its new-generation airborne imaging system, the Argos-15, at the African Aerospace and Defence trade show and exhibition at Air Force Base... 


Image of SEW MOVI-C drive technology from SEW-EURODRIVE
Greater selection of planetary drives available locally
14th September 2024

A greater selection of planetary drives has been introduced into South Africa and includes SEW-EURODRIVE’s SEW PPK series and the SEW P2.e series of planetary gear units. SEW-EURODRIVE company’s... 


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