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IPR will expand its pump dewatering solutions services through Atlas Copco’s network
New acquisition set to enhance pump dewatering solutions
11th October 2024 By: Simone Liedtke

The acquisition of speciality pump dewatering solutions provider IPR (previously Integrated Pump Rental) by global industrial company Atlas Copco’s Specialty Rental division, under the Power... 


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... 


Image of a SafeGauge wireless monitoring solution and a tractor
Wireless monitoring enhances safety in agricultural operations
4th October 2024

A leading agricultural enterprise and key employer in the rural eastern Free State has implemented the use of a wireless and digital measurement tool to enhance the safety of its service and... 


Goscor Lift Trucks Johannesburg Branch Relocates to Modern, State-of-the-Art Premises
2nd October 2024

Goscor Lift Trucks (GLT), a leading provider of forklifts and materials handling solutions, is thrilled to announce the relocation of its Johannesburg operations to a new, state-of-the-art... 


The Dalgaranga process plant
Osisko buys royalties on Spartan’s Dalgaranga project
1st October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Toronto- and New York-listed Osisko Gold Royalties has entered into an agreement to acquire a 1.8% gross revenue royalty on the Dalgaranga gold project, operated by Spartan Resources, in Western... 


Lincoln submits EOI for South Australian green steel strategy
30th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Lincoln Minerals has lodged a comprehensive submission with the South Australian government as part of its Green Iron and Steel Strategy expression of interest (EOI) process, aiming to... 


Dart targets gold/antimony potential near Triumph project
25th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Dart Mining has applied for a new exploration permit adjacent to its recently acquired Triumph gold project in central Queensland. The application is driven by the promising gold and... 


Industrial Gas Users Association of Southern Africa executive officer Jaco Human
Don’t conflate Eskom-Sasol bilateral on LNG with ‘national strategy’ needed to avert gas cliff – IGUA-SA
25th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The Industrial Gas Users Association of Southern Africa (IGUA-SA) has welcomed the attention that South Africa’s impending “gas cliff” is finally enjoying from government through Electricity and... 


Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi presents a slide on the gas cliff during a briefing at Megawatt Park, while Eskom CEO Dan Marokane and Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa (seated at far right) listen.
Sasol and Eskom to explore demand anchors for LNG as part of effort to avert ‘gas cliff’
20th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom and Sasol have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the potential to introduce liquified natural gas (LNG) to replace natural gas imports from southern Mozambique,... 


Image of heavy duty vehicle with Booyco Engineering’s auxiliary power unit
Diesel-saving innovation unveiled
20th September 2024

An anti-idle auxiliary power unit (APU) promises significant cost savings in haul trucks and other machinery used in surface mining and quarrying operations. The APU keeps the heating, ventilation... 


Wind and solar
South Africa’s first Just Transition perception survey highlights low awareness and concern over impacts
18th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

A new South Africa-wide survey shows that, while 62% of respondents support the shift from coal to renewable energy, a striking 65% have never heard of the term ‘Just Transition’. In addition, the... 


By Olebogeng Manhe, Chairman of the Gap Infrastructure Corporation (GIC)
The deadly gap in South Africa’s highway construction safety
18th September 2024

By Olebogeng Manhe, Chairman of the Gap Infrastructure Corporation (GIC) Ten of the world’s most dangerous professions are construction jobs. Highway maintenance in particular ranks alarmingly... 


The VKB Group has taken a significant step in prioritising the safety of its services and maintenance teams by selecting SafeGauge
VKB selects SafeGauge to enhance safety at Reitz operations
18th September 2024

The VKB Group, a leading agricultural enterprise, has taken a significant step in prioritising the safety of its service and maintenance teams by selecting SafeGauge, a wireless and digital... 


Image of heavy duty vehicle in a mine
Human factor key to success of proximity detection systems
14th September 2024

In the mining sector, the integration of advanced technologies such as proximity detection systems (PDS) is critical to enhancing safety and operational efficiency. The successful implementation of... 


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... 


Revolutionising safety standards in material handling and warehousing
Revolutionising safety standards in material handling and warehousing
9th September 2024

As industries increasingly prioritise safety in their operations, ensuring the wellbeing of employees is more important than ever. However, despite the growing emphasis on safety protocols,... 


Laramide pursues Kazakh uranium exploration opportunity
6th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Dual-listed Laramide Resources is pursuing a greenfield uranium exploration opportunity in Kazakhstan, announcing a three-year option agreement with a company that has a 6 000 km2 land position in... 


Pilot possibly a template for textiles recycling
Pilot possibly a template for textiles recycling
6th September 2024 By: Halima Frost

The successful completion of a clothing, textile, footwear and leather (CTFL) waste disposal pilot project, managed by national support programme National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa... 


Blencowe, partners plan JV to establish a graphite beneficiation facility in Uganda
5th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

LSE-listed Blencowe Resources has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Singaporean graphite sales and marketing specialist Triessence and an Asian spheronised purified graphite (SPG) and... 


Unveiled at Electra Mining Africa, Booyco Engineering's anti-idle auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is set to revolutionise surface mining and quarrying operations
Booyco Engineering supports mines' ESG goals with diesel-saving innovation
5th September 2024

A truly groundbreaking diesel-saving innovation poised to revolutionise surface mining and quarrying operations was unveiled at Electra Mining Africa by Booyco Engineering. Recognising that diesel... 


Mulatos has been operating for nearly 20 years.
Alamos to triple Mulatos mine life with underground development
5th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Toronto- and New York-listed Alamos Gold has announced the results of a positive internal economic study completed on its Puerto Del Aire (PDA) project – a high-grade underground deposit adjacent... 


Bernard Kaninda, FLS President Sales and Service for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)
New regional strategy for FLS builds capability in Africa
4th September 2024

Mining customers are to benefit from the stronger regional capability being developed by FLS, which is making the company even more responsive to customer needs. This is one of the key outcomes of... 


Anton Lourens, CEO of Booyco Electronics, explains that the implementation of proximity detection systems involves more than just installing devices and software
Human-centric integration underpins Booyco Electronics' approach to PDS
4th September 2024

In the mining sector, the integration of advanced technologies such as proximity detection systems (PDS) is critical to enhancing safety and operational efficiency. While the technological aspect... 


Stanmore expands Isaac South with new agreement
Stanmore expands Isaac South with new agreement
4th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Australian coal miner Stanmore has entered into an agreement with Anglo American and Exxaro, the participants of the Moranbah South joint venture, to explore and study designated area of tenements... 


Forrestania withdraws from Koolyanobbing iron project
Forrestania withdraws from Koolyanobbing iron project
3rd September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Western Australia-focused explorer Forrestania Resources is sharpening its focus on exploration at its existing gold and copper projects, after deciding to withdraw from the Koolyanobbing iron-ore... 


The SWDR138B is one of the only fully OEM-certified excavator drill rigs available in the market.
Innovative drill technology takes centre stage at expo
30th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mpumalanga-based drilling equipment distributor Azize Equipment will use Electra Mining to introduce its latest surface drill rig offerings to the African mining industry. Its updated lineup... 


Leading the way in safety and efficiency with advanced technology
30th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

In a technology-rich era of mining, companies are increasingly relying on advanced technologies to enhance various aspects of their operations, with productivity and safety being a primary focus.... 


An image of Egoli Gas MD Mncedisi Mlilo
Pipeline enhancement to facilitate LNG distribution
30th August 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

Johannesburg gas supplier Egoli Gas aims to develop the capacity to receive liquefied natural gas (LNG) into its pipeline network, with plans to expand access to other major metropolitan areas... 


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... 


Master Drilling CEO Danie Pretorius.
Mechanical cutting for mining set to move needle for Master Drilling
27th August 2024 By: Martin Creamer

In the six months to June 30, cash from the operating activities of Master Drilling soared 119.8% to $27.7-million. The revenue pipeline of this Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed tech-savvy... 


Image of Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation Councillor Zahid Badroodien with project manager Anton Le Roux at the recently-installed Main Medium Voltage Incomer
Athlone Waste Water Treatment Works’ multibillion-rand upgrade on track
27th August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The City of Cape Town’s R4-billion capital investment programme to upgrade the Athlone Waste Water Treatment Works (WWTW) is under way, with 25% of the first phase of the programme having been... 


Sandvik Rock Processing showcases eco-efficient crushing and screening solutions
Sandvik Rock Processing showcases eco-efficient crushing and screening solutions
26th August 2024

Visitors to Electra Mining Africa are seeking advanced crushing and screening solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability, and Sandvik Rock Processing has what they need. The company is... 


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... 


Customer survey reveals standout satisfaction with TOMRA Mining service support
Customer survey reveals standout satisfaction with TOMRA Mining service support
21st August 2024

The Customer Survey, conducted for TOMRA Mining’s Service Team by market research company B2B Research, revealed a standout level of overall satisfaction with a remarkable average score of 6.3 on a... 


Australia’s Unico secures final piece of regional consolidation
20th August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia-listed Unico Silver has announced a letter of intent to buy two Chile projects from NYSE-listed Pan American Silver in an acquisition that MD Todd Williams says will elevate the company... 


STRATEGIC ALLIANCE The partnership with SARENS enhances DGC’s ability to offer comprehensive solutions to its clients in the Democratic Republic of Congo and reinforces its commitment to delivering top-tier services across the full spectrum of industrial needs
DGC Africa expands with new ventures in the DRC, Zimbabwe and beyond
20th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Mining services company DGC Africa, a member of the Dickson Group, has announced its expansion into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zimbabwe, marking a milestone in its growth plan. DGC... 


Transnet Property CEO Advocate Kapei Phahlamohlaka
Transnet Property mulls investment-property vehicle as it moves ahead with sale of residential stock
13th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The property division of Transnet has been given board approval to sell its residential and non-core commercial properties over the coming two years, while moving to package the balance of the... 


Tertiary, FQM sign exploration due diligence agreement over Zambia project
7th August 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aim-listed Tertiary Minerals’ newly incorporated Zambian subsidiary, Copernicus Minerals, has signed a binding letter of agreement (BLA) with First Quantum Minerals (FQM) on the Mukai copper... 


An image of A&O Shearman Projects counsel director Mongezi Dladla
Burgeoning renewable-energy industry presents legal considerations for stakeholders
2nd August 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

With renewable-energy demand set to continue to increase in South Africa in the coming years, industry players must be cognisant of how to manage risks and disputes in projects, and will also have... 


The integration of the Magino and Island Gold mines is well under way.
Record production, lower costs drive Alamos free cash flow to $107m
1st August 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Canadian miner Alamos Gold has delivered a record performance in the second quarter. Production exceeded the quarterly guidance and, combined with lower costs, the TSX- and NYSE-listed company... 


An image showing Endeavour Mining's Sabodala-Massawa BIOX Expansion project
Endeavour progresses strategic objectives, as production remains on track to meet guidance
31st July 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

London and Toronto-listed Endeavour Mining continued to make progress against its strategic objectives for the first half of this year, achieving first gold at both its growth projects. Not only... 


Copper sheets
Tertiary gets first promising exploration results from Zambia prospect
29th July 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Aim-listed Tertiary Minerals has delineated a large copper-in-soil anomaly at the Mupala project, in Zambia. The company on July 29 reported on field analytical results received from a soil... 


176 ct Lulo diamond
Lucapa recovers 176 ct diamond from Lulo
29th July 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

ASX-listed Lucapa Diamond Company has recovered the fifth diamond weighing more than 100 ct at its joint venture Lulo mine, in Angola, this year. The 176 ct Type IIa diamond recovered is also the... 


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