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Ramokgopa underscores importance of engineers in tackling transmission, infrastructure challenges
27th September 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa and Africa face considerable transmission and infrastructure challenges, which are hindering energy security and, consequently, economic growth; however, there are interventions under... 


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Company paves way with green hydrogen plant
22nd September 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

With increasing momentum in clean energy, and initiatives for a sustainable and low-carbon future, project developers are turning their attention to Namibia, a country rich in renewable-energy... 


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Integrated reporting tool to be launched at Indaba
22nd September 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Advisory company SSC Advisory will introduce its new integrated reporting tool, which is designed to assist clients in managing their environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance... 


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Bringing screening solutions closer to customers
20th September 2023

Sandvik Rock Processing says it is using its footprint across Africa to bring its solutions closer to customers in the crushing and screening markets. “We recognise the importance of being close to... 


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Astron Energy helps grow the aviation industry
14th September 2023

For over ten years, Astron Energy has helped grow South Africa’s aviation industry, supplying Jet A1 fuel that meets and exceeds the highest international standards. 


Anglo donates CBD building to Maharishi Invincibility Institute
Anglo donates CBD building to Maharishi Invincibility Institute
13th September 2023

Diversified miner Anglo American in August announced the handover of its 45 Main Street building, in the Johannesburg central business district (CBD), to nonprofit private education institution the... 


Russia's largest untapped copper deposit starts concentrate production
Russia's largest untapped copper deposit starts concentrate production
13th September 2023 By: Reuters

Copper concentrate production started at Russia's largest undeveloped copper deposit on Monday following a ceremony overseen by President Vladimir Putin via video link. The long-awaited Udokan... 


James Bay starts trading on ASX
12th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Canada-focused lithium explorer James Bay Minerals has listed on the ASX, following a A$6-million initial public offering (IPO). The Perth-based company is now trading under the ticker JBY. 


Toro raises cash
11th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

ASX-listed Toro Energy will raise A$4.5-million through a share placement to fund extensions to the Lake Maitland scoping study, and prepare a pilot plant programme for the Lake Maitland/Wiluna... 


Australia remains committed to African partnerships
8th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Australia remained committed to building a relationship with Africa, despite the recent abrupt decision by Austrade to close its office in South Africa in lieu of a desk in Nairobi. Speaking on... 


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Keeping mill circuit pumps running: The key to efficient operations
7th September 2023

The requisite levels of support are critical to ensure optimal performance of a mill circuit, as is the correct selection of the mill circuit pump. Attention to both these aspects will facilitate... 


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More electric air compressors to rent
7th September 2023

Equipment rental supplier Rand Air has added to its fleet of electric equipment, with the aim of providing customers with clean energy rental options that are more efficient and environment... 


Minbos eyes more opportunities in Angola
5th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Junior Minbos Resources is evaluating the production of yellow phosphorous as part of its emerging new energy materials business. Minbos is developing the Cabinda phosphate project in Angola, and... 


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Weighing up renewable energy
1st September 2023

With the South African mining sector facing obstacles in terms of securing reliable and sustainable electricity, a clear view of the opportunities and challenges of integrating renewable energy... 


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Northern Silica project, Australia
1st September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

A scoping study has shown the project’s potential for a valuable long-life operation of significant scale. 


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Master Drilling achieves strong interim performance with increased revenue
29th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Following a solid 2022 performance, JSE-listed Master Drilling achieved another good performance for the six months ended June 30, with revenue up by 12% year-on-year to $108.2-million , CEO Danie... 


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Lynas unveil cost increases at Kalgoorlie
29th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Rare earth miner Lynas has announced a cost-blow out at its Kalgoorlie rare earths processing facility, while falling revenue and inflation pressures have eaten into profits for the year ending... 


Thor Explorations reports good interim revenue, earnings performance
24th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Gold miner Thor Explorations saw good developments across its Segilola gold mine, in Nigeria, and its mineral exploration properties located in Nigeria, Senegal and Burkina Faso for the three and... 


Luminex reaches mediated agreement with informal miners
22nd August 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canada-based precious metals explorer Luminex has reached a mediated agreement with informal miners in the Condor North portion of its Condor gold and copper project, in Ecuador. The agreement... 


Vesconite Hilube lantern rings have proved to be corrosion-proof at Hoover Dam
Four-foot diameter lantern rings solve corrosion issues in Hoover Dam hydro plant
22nd August 2023

When engineers at Hoover Dam determined that the original cast iron lantern rings built into some of its turbines needed to be replaced, they were looking for a solution to help them overcome the... 


Operations at Eagle return to normal – Victoria
Operations at Eagle return to normal – Victoria
22nd August 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Operations at the Eagle gold mine, in Yukon, have returned to normal following the lifting of wildfire evacuation orders in the area. Following the second evacuation of Eagle on August 4, due to... 


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Moving forward with the QCTO framework - achieving synergy, simplification, and effectiveness
21st August 2023

By Roland Innes, Group Chief Executive Officer at DYNA Training South Africa’s Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) is a major driving force behind addressing South Africa’s skills... 


Local steel industry in prime ‘springboard’ position
18th August 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Despite contributing only a small percentage to global steel production, the South African steel sector supplies critical components to the global economy, says industry body Southern African... 


Lithium hopeful James Bay closes IPO early
16th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Lithium hopeful James Bay Minerals has closed its initial public offering (IPO) early after completing a successful book-build to raise A$6-million. “We are absolutely delighted by the strong... 


Davis’ Vision Blue makes PNG lime investment
Davis’ Vision Blue makes PNG lime investment
14th August 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

Clean energy investment group Vision Blue Resources (VBR) is diversifying with a $40-million investment in Mayur Resources’ Central Lime project, in Papua New Guinea (PNG). The companies entered... 


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ESIPPPP – Bid Window 1, South Africa – update
11th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Seventeen bids have been received in response to the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy's inaugural public procurement for battery energy storage system projects. 


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Pilbara grows lithium resource at Pilgangoora
7th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Lithium miner Pilbara Minerals has reported a 109-million tonne increase to its mineral resource estimate following its 2023 drill programme. At the Diggers & Dealers conference, Pilbara announced... 


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Anglo donates CBD building to pioneering institute set on bolstering education, inner city
4th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Diversified miner Anglo American on August 4 announced the handover of its 45 Main street building, in the Johannesburg central business district (CBD), to nonprofit private education institution... 


DMRE aims to unveil battery storage preferred projects in two months after receiving 17 bids
DMRE aims to unveil battery storage preferred projects in two months after receiving 17 bids
4th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

A total of 17 bids have been received in response to the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy’s (DMRE’s) inaugural public procurement for battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. The... 


Cushman & Wakefield | BROLL concludes transaction to deliver self-storage facility in Sandton
3rd August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Commercial real estate company Cushman & Wakefield | BROLL says it played an integral part in facilitating a deal which has enabled the development of a modern new self-storage facility in a prime... 


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Proximity detection system technology continues to advance
3rd August 2023

Proximity detection systems (PDS) have become central to helping mines improve safety and are also being employed to optimise productivity and efficiency. Booyco Electronics says that PDS data... 


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Bell provides PDS/CAS flexibility and options
3rd August 2023

South African equipment manufacturer Bell Equipment reports an influx of enquiries from local mining customers wanting articulated dump trucks (ADTs) that can be fitted with proximity detection... 


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Decentralised drive tech specified for US manufacturer
28th July 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

Automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has secured an order to supply the latest decentralised drive technology in its Generation C range to automate a new storage and retrieval system being... 


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Prieska copper/zinc project, South Africa – update
28th July 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Orion Minerals has taken another key step in its early mining strategy. 


Prieska crown pillar +105 level resource increases ahead of trial mining
25th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Diversified metal explorer and developer Orion Minerals on July 25 announced that the company has taken another key step in its early mining strategy at the Prieska copper/zinc project in South... 


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Multotec opens manufacturing plant in Brazil to better serve iron-ore miners
21st July 2023 By: Darren Parker

Multotec has expanded its operation in Brazil with the opening of a manufacturing facility. This enables the company to bring its manufacturing capabilities closer to its customers in the country.... 


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TNPA seeks bids for Port of Richards Bay container concession
19th July 2023 By: Terence Creamer

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is seeking bidders for a 25-year container handling facility concession in the Bayvue Precinct at the Port of Richards Bay, in KwaZulu-Natal. The request... 


Han-Ho consortium advances Qld hydrogen project
14th July 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The consortium partners for the Han-Ho H2 consortium will advance the export-scale green hydrogen project in Queensland, from concept to feasibility, and have signed a heads of agreement to... 


Avalon president Zeeshan Syed and Metso head of hydrometallurgy Mikko Rantaharju.
Avalon signs MoU with Metso to advance Ontario's first lithium processing facility
11th July 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Consistent with its strategy to become a North American vertically integrated lithium producer, Avalon Advanced Materials has  signed a memorandum of understanding to create a strategic partnership... 


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Andrada pleased with Spodumene Hill drilling results
6th July 2023 By: Darren Parker

London- and Namibia-listed technology metals mining company Andrada Mining has found consistent lithium oxide (Li2O), tantalum and tin mineralisation in the assay results for its inaugural drill... 


China jumps ahead in rush to secure lithium from Africa
3rd July 2023 By: Bloomberg

China’s early move to tap new centers of lithium supply across Africa is reaping rewards, helping the top electric-vehicle battery producer navigate a tight market for the key metal. Spurred by a... 


Red Lake district’s Trillium undergoes name change, welcomes new leadership
3rd July 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exploration company  Trillium Gold, which owns mineral properties in the Red Lake mining district of northern Ontario, has appointed Dale Ginn as executive chairperson and Nav Dhaliwal as president... 


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PDS data evolving beyond original use case
30th June 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

The data captured by original equipment manufacturer Booyco Electronics’ proximity detection systems (PDS) not only helps enhance safety at surface mining operations but can also be used to improve... 


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