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Panama says First Quantum copper mine maintenance plan is not a restart
Panama says First Quantum copper mine maintenance plan is not a restart
30th May 2025 By: Reuters

Panama has approved First Quantum Minerals' maintenance plan for its closed copper mine in the country, but not a re-start of the site, a top trade official said on Friday. Trade and Industry... 


Mining Indaba executive advisory board chairperson Frans Baleni
Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 zooms in on shared prosperity, collaboration
30th May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Having set the theme for Africa’s largest mining conference as “Stronger together: progress through partnerships”, the organisers of the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 have emphasised how... 


Barbara Creecy
Cape Town rail passenger trips to climb to 343 000 a day by April next year, says Creecy
30th May 2025 By: Irma Venter

Passenger numbers in Cape Town reached 53 000 people a day in April last year, says Transport Minister Barbara Creecy. With the reopening of Philippi and Nolungile stations, this number has now... 


Stronger together: Partnerships will transform Africa’s mining sector
Stronger together: Partnerships will transform Africa’s mining sector
30th May 2025

Africa’s mining sector stands at a crossroads. With its vast mineral reserves, the continent possesses the resources to power the next phase of development for the continent and the globe. Given... 


IRMA approves South African company as an audit firm
30th May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Coalition the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) has approved South African company Resilience Environmental Assurance as the fourth audit firm authorised to conduct independent... 


Comprehensive industry solutions from RS South Africa for the food and beverage sector
Comprehensive industry solutions from RS South Africa for the food and beverage sector
30th May 2025

RS South Africa, a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1) and a leading provider of industrial product and service solutions, is reinforcing its commitment to the country’s dynamic food and... 


Booyco Engineering staff in workshop
40-year-old HVAC manufacturer sees opportunity in current market conditions
30th May 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

Adapting to evolving market conditions and diversifying its customer base has not only been integral in keeping heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) system manufacturer Booyco... 


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Excavator choice key to site efficiency
30th May 2025

Optimal efficiency, cost-effectiveness and safety on a mining site can be achieved by selecting the most appropriate excavator to use in bulk materials handling environments at a mine, reports... 


The above image depicts the OST High impact beds
Heavy duty impact beds boost conveyor efficiency
30th May 2025

In industries where efficient materials handling is critical, equipment supplier Oscillating Systems Technology Africa (OST-Africa) has developed a spillage system consisting of heavy duty impact... 


The above image depicts a technician installing a Expander sytem
Pivot pin technology combats lug wear
30th May 2025

Comprising advanced pivot pin technology, Nord-lock bolting system’s Expander System, on offer from industrial solutions supplier BMG, offers dependable solutions that combat the challenges of lug... 


An image of rock drilling to collect samples
Expert consulting unlocks underdeveloped potential
30th May 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

With continued interest in Africa’s resource potential, expert early-stage consulting services can help identify and mitigate common challenges to unlock long-term project success, particularly in... 


An image of an FM Solutions technical team member working on an HVAC component
HVAC building condition assessments key to compliance, safety
30th May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

Ensuring that heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) standards are enhanced through building condition assessments (BCAs) is a key focus for built environment advisory company Afroteq... 


An image of a commercial or retail HVAC system
Predictive maintenance enhances retail experience
30th May 2025

Maintaining comfortable temperatures and humidity levels as well as clean air quality aid employee and consumer comfort, while controlling the levels of moisture reduces the risk of mould or water... 


a man hitting a copper bar into a rewound motor
Motor manufacturer expands capabilities to meet demand
30th May 2025

To meet the growing demand for customised, high-performance specialised electric motors in heavy engineering, electric motor manufacturer Hexagon Electrical announced the expansion of its... 


City progresses library’s HVAC revitalisation
30th May 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

City-affiliated developmental body Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is focused on progressing its revitalisation of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems – in addition... 


I-T-A-C
30th May 2025 By: Riaan de Lange

Want to play a word game? How many five-letter words can you make with the letters I, T, A and C in any position? If you are up for the challenge, it might well help to improve your Wordle® skills.... 


MegChem: Your trusted engineering partner
MegChem: Your trusted engineering partner
30th May 2025 By: Yolande Botes

Leading multi-disciplinary engineering company MegChem is based in Secunda, South Africa. For nearly 30 years, it has delivered high-quality engineering consulting, project management, procurement... 


Image of drill rig at the Bengwenyama project
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Environmental authorisation has been issued by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources. 


Aerial view of the LHWP
Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II
30th May 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The contractor responsible for the Polihali transfer tunnel construction has resumed work. 


Innovating Health and Safety training with virtual reality (VR)
Innovating Health and Safety training with virtual reality (VR)
29th May 2025

On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, the focus sharpens on the crucial role of proactive safety and continuous learning in every industry. Innovative technologies like virtual reality (VR)... 


Smart manufacturing, APC and the SA marketplace
Smart manufacturing, APC and the SA marketplace
29th May 2025

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric With the global smart manufacturing market anticipated to grow from USD 233.33 billion in 2024 to USD 479.17... 


Gold falls for fourth day as US court blocks Trump tariffs
Gold falls for fourth day as US court blocks Trump tariffs
29th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

Gold extended declines for a fourth day, as markets absorbed news that the US trade court has blocked President Donald Trump’s global tariff agenda. Bullion fell as much as 1.1% on Thursday,... 


Smart Tech Can Combat Energy Inflation Across SA Mines
28th May 2025

By: Murray Crow, Managing Director of Kwikot A Critical Juncture for Mining Energy Management  


 Vertiv Expands Power Portfolio with Enhanced Static Transfer Switch for Critical Applications in EMEA
Vertiv Expands Power Portfolio with Enhanced Static Transfer Switch for Critical Applications in EMEA
28th May 2025

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure today announced the launch of the Vertiv™ PowerSwitch 7000, a next-generation static transfer switch that strengthens... 


EWSETA leads hydrogen skills drive for SA'S green economy
EWSETA leads hydrogen skills drive for SA'S green economy
28th May 2025

The Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA), in collaboration with the SASOL Foundation, RES4Africa Foundation, Enel Foundation, and the University of Pretoria, marked a... 


Power in water - connected, efficient and sustainable
Power in water - connected, efficient and sustainable
28th May 2025

With a recent headline “I’d take load shedding over no water any day – a South African proverb” the country’s water woes are becoming the stuff of local legend, and not necessarily in a good way,... 


Michelle Fick, BU Development Manager Concrete Aesthetics at Chryso Southern Africa
Exposed aggregate in the spotlight as demand for surface retarders risess
28th May 2025

An upward trend in the use of surface retarders in South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector is shining a spotlight on the increasing popularity of exposed aggregate concrete finishes.... 


The choice is ours - responsible sanitary waste disposal in South Africa
The choice is ours - responsible sanitary waste disposal in South Africa
28th May 2025

By Robert Erasmus, Managing Director at Sanitech  The regulatory framework surrounding the disposal of sanitary waste in South Africa paints a vague and often conflicting picture, blurred by legal... 


BHP launches its first Industry AI Hub in Singapore
BHP launches its first Industry AI Hub in Singapore
27th May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diversified mining group BHP has announced the establishment of its first Industry AI Hub in Singapore, a move aimed at accelerating AI adoption across the mining and resources sector as part of... 


Fueling Growth: Letsema Trade & Invest doubles down on DAF Trucks
27th May 2025

Letsema Trade & Invest, a family-run logistics business, has expanded its fleet with two new DAF XF 480 trucks from Babcock, the sole DAF Trucks distributor in southern Africa. Fuel efficiency,... 


Image of the new generation PG pressure sensors from ifm
Digital manometer features redesigned display
27th May 2025

A new generation of pressure gauge (PG) type manometers is now equipped with modern display units featuring illuminated LED markings to provide a quick overview of measured values. In addition to... 


Image of a technician using a Booyco Electronics’ proximity detection system
Implementing proximity detection systems on mines
27th May 2025

Over two years ago the South African Department of Minerals and Energy’s Level 9 intervention made it law to install proximity detection systems (PDS) on all trackless mobile machines (TMMs),... 


Experts to share strategies at upcoming health and safety webinar
Experts to share strategies at upcoming health and safety webinar
27th May 2025

As South Africa continues to tackle workplace injury rates and strives for improved employee well-being, Creamer Media's upcoming Health & Safety Webinar on June 25 at 14:00 will bring together... 


Image of Sandvik’s 800i crushers
Machine upgrade scheme replaces outdated crushers
27th May 2025

Sandvik Rock Processing has initiated an innovative programme to enable mining operations to replace outdated spiderless and legacy hydrocone crushers with the next-generation Sandvik 800i series... 


Fire Compliance – What You Need to Know About Fire Extinguishers
27th May 2025

When was the last time you gave the fire extinguishers in your building more than a passing glance? While having a fire extinguisher on the wall looks like you have fire safety covered, if it’s a... 


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PSA calls for more vacant govt buildings to be repurposed into GBV shelters
26th May 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

The Public Servants Association has called on Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson to roll out across the country the initiative to repurpose vacant government buildings into... 


Trump signs orders to revive US leadership in nuclear power
26th May 2025 By: Bloomberg

President Donald Trump on Friday signed orders meant to accelerate the construction of nuclear power plants, including small, untested designs that offer the promise of rapid deployment but have... 


All 260 Kloof miners safely returned to surface
23rd May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Multinational mining and metals processing group Sibanye-Stillwater has confirmed that all 260 employees who were trapped underground at its Kloof operations have safely returned to surface. "At no... 


South African tourism strong, despite negative intl media reports
23rd May 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Southern African inbound tourism organisation SATSA says visitor satisfaction levels remain high across key source markets and that travel demand from North America remains strong, with US arrivals... 


Sishen mine manager Katlego Lebese
Kumba chairs Northern Cape Mine Managers Association this year
23rd May 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Iron-ore mining company Kumba Iron Ore will chair and host the Northern Cape Mine Managers’ Association (NCMMA) for the next year. The chairpersonship allows Kumba to lead the association’s... 


An image of the Kloof mine
Sibanye working to bring 260 Kloof workers back to surface
23rd May 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Multinational miner Sibanye-Stillwater has confirmed that a shaft incident occurred on May 22 at its Kloof 7 sub-shaft at the Kloof gold mining operation in South Africa, which has resulted in 260... 


Foran temporarily withdraws McIlvenna Bay staff amid wildfire evacuation
23rd May 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

TSX-listed Foran Mining said on Thursday it had temporarily withdrawn non-essential personnel from its McIlvenna Bay project site in Saskatchewan following a regional wildfire evacuation order.... 


The crash site of an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing Max 737 in 2019
Families of 737 Max crash victims urge US to prosecute Boeing
23rd May 2025 By: Bloomberg

Family members of people killed in two fatal crashes of Boeing Co.’s 737 Max jets are urging the US Justice Department to reject a possible deal that would allow the planemaker to avoid a criminal... 


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