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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... 


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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... 


Mines shown by red dots; x marks exploration.
Cluster mining model promising steady-state advantage for Copper 360
13th September 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Conventional mining typically focuses on a single large operation. In contrast, what is unfolding on South Africa’s Northern Cape Copper Belt is the deployment of a cluster mining model, which... 


INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT
Habermann Aurum Pumpen is set to showcase its latest innovations at MinExpo 2024 as the company responds to increasing demand
Company to showcase expanding range
13th September 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

German industrial pumps manufacturer Habermann Aurum Pumpen is set to showcase its latest innovations at MINExpo 2024 as the company responds to increasing demand for sustainable and durable... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa speaking at the nuclear summit
Ramokgopa to seek advice from team of experts before taking next nuclear steps
12th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is assembling a committee of experts to advise him on the role that nuclear could play in South Africa’s future supply before issuing a new... 


 Schneider Electric South Africa unveils new PrismaSet power distribution switchboard range
Schneider Electric South Africa unveils new PrismaSet power distribution switchboard range
12th September 2024

Schneider Electric South Africa is pleased to unveil its latest PrismaSeT range of new-generation power distribution switchboards which offers unrivalled modularity and minimum assembly time, even... 


Dirk Steinberg, CEO and financial director of Kwikspace Modular Buildings
Dirk Steinberg
6th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Dirk Steinberg, CEO and financial director of Kwikspace Modular Buildings, a fabricator of modular buildings and components for sales and rental markets across various industries 


An image of ENGIE South Africa engineering head Seshni Naidoo
Emerging solar tech crucial in energy mix
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Solar power integration, through PV, concentrated solar power (CSP) technology in specific applications, and hybrid solutions including battery energy storage systems (BESS), is crucial in South... 


Artist's impression of the MBIR
Multipurpose fast-neutron research reactor project, Russia – update
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

A pilot batch of fuel elements has successfully passed acceptance tests. 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will host a nulclear summit on September 12
DMRE moving with pace on nuclear determination amid mounting technoeconomic questions
4th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) expects to finalise nuclear-procurement consultations in the coming two to three months before approaching the regulator for its... 


US government welcomes agreement between Ghanaian, US nuclear companies
4th September 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

A senior US government official has welcomed the recent agreement between Ghana and US nuclear companies NuScale Power and Regnum Technology Group, to develop a small modular nuclear reactor (SMR)... 


SEW-Eurodrive national sales and marketing manager Jonathan McKey
SEW-EURODRIVE ‘closes the loop’ with more diverse range of drives, automation, sustainability solutions
2nd September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Power train solutions company SEW-EURODRIVE has announced that it is rolling out a wider selection of planetary drives as part of its ‘close the loop’ strategy, geared at servicing more industry... 


Image of a  KSB MagnoChem pump
New magnetic drive pump system improves safety and is more efficient
30th August 2024

Magnetic drive pumps are generally used in industries that handle hazardous or highly valuable liquids, where the prevention of leakage is paramount. Traditionally, mechanical seals are used in the... 


Ghana signs agreement to build small NuScale nuclear reactor
30th August 2024 By: Reuters

Ghana on Thursday signed an agreement with a US developer for a nuclear reactor using technology from NuScale Power, the US State Department said on Thursday, as the country seeks its first atomic... 


 Electra Mining Africa to unveil innovative new products, technologies and services
Electra Mining Africa to unveil innovative new products, technologies and services
30th August 2024

Electra Mining Africa is a recognised highlight on the mining and industrial events calendar. Local and international companies are gearing up to take advantage of the opportunity to meet... 


PLANT LAUNCH Phasecon Mining will launch its mobile plant at Electra Mining Africa
Phasecon Mining makes significant advances in rotary carbon regeneration kiln technology
30th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Engineering firm Phasecon Mining has announced the culmination of a groundbreaking three-year research and development (R&D) project that has pushed the boundaries of carbon regeneration... 


RENEWABLE INTEGRATION
Aggreko Energy Services is integrating renewable-energy plants and enhancing operational efficiency
Driving sustainable energy solutions in African mining
30th August 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

By implementing innovative energy solutions that combine traditional and renewable-energy sources, particularly in regions such as South Africa, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of... 


The above image depicts milk going through the fermentation process
Innovations in processing improve food safety
30th August 2024

With the world still adapting to post-pandemic consumer demand for farm-to-plate freshness, variety and convenience, pumps manufacturer Verder notes there are two factors that continue to drive... 


Kumba's Sishen mine
Kumba to treble premium iron-ore output at Sishen through ‘compelling’ R11.2bn investment
29th August 2024 By: Chanel de Bruyn

The board of Kumba Iron Ore has approved a further R7.6-billion investment in ultrahigh dense media separation (UHDMS) processing technology at the Sishen mine, in the Northern Cape. This follows... 


Weir’s fully mobile plant can be move to any site and set up withing a few hours.
From smart mining to mobile crushing from Weir
28th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, visitors will be attracted to the Weir stand by innovations such as the Weir modular wheeled plant (WMWP), a fully mobile crushing and screening... 


An image of an Eskom substation and cooling towers
Eskom committed to sustainable future
23rd August 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

State-owned electricity utility Eskom is focusing on reducing coal intensity and expanding renewable energy as part of its commitment to a sustainable future. This shift in strategy prioritises... 


A photo of the Tharisa mine situated on South Africa’s western limb of the Bushveld Complex, in the Northern Cape at dusk
Miner expands renewables uptake
23rd August 2024 By: Halima Frost

Platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome co-producer Tharisa Minerals has entered into a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) for the procurement of wheeled renewable energy for its Tharisa... 


A large yellow Truck being loaded by a large scoop on an opencast mining operation
PGM sector remains key for services provider
23rd August 2024 By: Halima Frost

Clients in the platinum group metals (PGMs) and chrome sectors continue to hold a significant market share for opencast mining, bulk materials handling, and drilling and blasting service provider... 


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SEW-EURODRIVE closing the loop
23rd August 2024

Automation company SEW-EURODRIVE has expanded its presence at Electra Mining Africa with added exhibition space in Hall 7, showcasing its innovations in automation and electronics. This complements... 


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Pilot Crushtec
21st August 2024

With over three decades of experience in the crushing, screening and materials handling industry, Pilot Crushtec International is not only an approved distributor of world class leading brands such... 


JONATHAN MCKEY SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa national sales and marketing manager
SEW-EURODRIVE doubles down on drive innovation at Electra
20th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

With so much innovation to see, SEW-EURODRIVE has expanded its presence at Electra Mining Africa this year, adding exhibition space in Hall 7 to showcase its advancements in automation and... 


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From smart mining to mobile crushing from Weir at Electra Mining Africa
20th August 2024

At this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, visitors will be attracted to the Weir stand by innovations such as the Weir Modular Wheeled Plant (WMWP), a fully mobile crushing and screening... 


Image of the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
Mercedes-Benz Vans launches the electric Sprinter in South Africa
19th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa (MBVSA) has launched the fully electric Sprinter (eSprinter) panel van in the local market. The eSprinter is available in standard- and long-wheel base, with pricing... 


An image of Michael Wiseman
Explosives manufacturer eyes key market
16th August 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The electronic detonator assembly plant of blasting and mining solutions provider BME, in the Kalgoorie area of Western Australia, is an “exciting” initiative that is strategically positioned to... 


Image of the Enduron Orbital vibrating screen from Weir
Orbital screens engineered for longer life
8th August 2024

A new range of vibrating screens features an all-bolted construction for longer life. Recently launched by mining technology company Weir, the new screens are designed to meet the most demanding of... 


Image of a KSB MagnoChem pump
Magnetic drive pump safety in spotlight
8th August 2024

A system to enhance the safety and performance of magnetic drive pumps used in the local petrochemical, chemical and general industry markets has been launched. Magnetic drive pumps are used in... 


No false dawns - Africa is on the rise
No false dawns - Africa is on the rise
8th August 2024

By Devan Pillay, Cluster President, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric “The continent is too large to describe. It is a veritable ocean, a separate planet, a varied, immensely rich cosmos.... 


(From top left) Vertiv MD for Africa Wojtek Piorko, Collaboretix MD Nils Gerstle, Swakop Electrical CEO Jaco Duvenhage, and Vertiv Technical Director for Africa Jonathan Duncan
Powering Africa’s industrial future with Vertiv industrial solutions
7th August 2024

A recent industrial solutions focused webinar, hosted by global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions Vertiv, provided valuable insights into the challenges faced by,... 


First ore at Rietberg
Copper 360 to refocus on growing profitability after getting Rietberg off the ground, CEO says
7th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

With JSE-listed Copper 360’s Rietberg copper mine, in the Northern Cape, now in production, CEO Jan Nelson says it is a good time for the company to focus on recovering from the major capital... 


HPC is here, but it needs to be of cool mind and body
HPC is here, but it needs to be of cool mind and body
6th August 2024

By Ben Selier, Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric It reads like a paragraph from a Philip K. Dick Sci-Fi novel; high performance computing (HPC) can perform... 


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