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Madsen ramp-up continues after brief safety shutdown
Madsen ramp-up continues after brief safety shutdown
25th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Precious metals miner West Red Lake Gold Mines has resumed operations at its Madsen gold mine in Ontario following a temporary shutdown prompted by a fatal underground incident on June 16. The... 


Huawei Enterprise Business in Sub-Saharan Africa President Victor Guo
Africa's power industry bolsters digitalisation for a sustainable future with Huawei
25th June 2025

The Huawei Electric Power Summit 2025 was held in South Africa's port city of Cape Town with the theme Thrive with Digital, Accelerating Electric Power Intelligence. More than 100 customers,... 


BHP taps China's XCMG for mining fleet supply
25th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Diversified miner BHP has announced a partnership with China's XCMG Mining Equipment for the delivery of mining fleet solutions across its global operations. Under an agreement framework signed... 


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Valterra Platinum bullish about platinum outlook
24th June 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Valterra Platinum, previously Anglo America Platinum (Amplats), is confident about the future of the platinum group metals (PGMs) market and confident that the newly demerged company is well... 


Mining Indaba 2026 to highlight importance of partnerships
24th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

With its vast mineral reserves, Africa possesses the resources to power the next phase of development for the continent and the world. Given robust debate around which minerals will be most... 


RMA highlights its prevention programme at A-OSH Expo 2025
RMA highlights its prevention programme at A-OSH Expo 2025
24th June 2025 By: Yolande Botes

Non-profit mutual assurance organisation Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) showcased the vital part it plays in helping to ensure workplace health and safety in South Africa through its prevention... 


IGO appoints new chief people and sustainability officer
24th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Lithium miner IGO has appointed Suzanne (Suzy) Retallack as chief people and sustainability officer, succeeding Sam Retallack on September 15. Suzy was most recently chief safety and... 


Reach stackers the backbone of container handling
Reach stackers the backbone of container handling
23rd June 2025

In 2024, South African ports managed a total cargo throughput of 211.2 million tons, including 4.3 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs). The country’s container yards also recorded a... 


Transformer protection is crucial for corporate clients
Transformer protection is crucial for corporate clients
23rd June 2025

Transformer protection is crucial for corporate clients because transformers are essential components in power distribution systems. They step up or down voltage levels to ensure efficient power... 


Discover real-world tech insights at KITE 2025’s SAIMechE Seminar Theatre
Discover real-world tech insights at KITE 2025’s SAIMechE Seminar Theatre
23rd June 2025

Visitors to the KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) 2025, taking place from 22 to 24 July at the Durban Exhibition Centre, are in for a powerful dose of practical insight and... 


WEG Africa director Pervin Gurie
WEG Africa automation facility onboards more products as efficiency imperatives, hybrid power system demand grow
23rd June 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In adhering to its ethos of developing technologies and solutions that contribute to a more efficient and sustainable world, electric engineering, power and automation developer WEG has onboarded... 


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Ramaphosa says despite challenges, SA’s democracy in good health
23rd June 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday that while South Africa faces numerous challenges, its democratic order is in good health, anchored in a progressive Constitution. Last week marked 30 years... 


US President Donald Trump delivers an address to the nation alongside Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth at the White House in Washington, DC, over the weekend.
Investors set to flock to safety as world awaits Iran’s response
23rd June 2025 By: Bloomberg

Traders are forecasting a drop in stocks, a jump in crude prices and possibly a strengthening of the dollar as investors head for safety in the wake of the US attack on Iran’s three main nuclear... 


Copper SA asset president Anna Wiley, South Australia Deputy Premier Susan Close, Aurizon MD and CEO Andrew Harding and BHP procurement officer Rashpal Bhatti at the announcement last week.
BHP to cut 11 000 truck trips a year with new copper logistics plan
23rd June 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Diversified mining group BHP has signed four long-term contracts worth about A$1.5 billion with Australian freight company Aurizon to deliver a fully integrated rail, road and port logistics... 


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naamsa to deploy public NEV charging infrastructure
20th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Amid the green energy transition sparking increased global demand for new-energy vehicles (NEVs), naamsa | the Automotive Business Council is embarking on the deployment of public charging... 


300-plus problem buildings identified in Cape Town
300-plus problem buildings identified in Cape Town
20th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says its active problem building caseload is hovering at just more than 300 properties. The city’s Law Enforcement Problem Building Unit (PBU) has a total of 922... 


Image of Booyco Engineering’s anti-idle auxiliary power unit
Anti-idle auxiliary power unit for mines and quarries lowers costs and carbon emissions
20th June 2025

An anti-idle auxiliary power unit (APU) developed specifically for mobile mining equipment offers a fuel-saving solution for surface mines and quarries by powering critical cab systems without... 


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Paper and pulp operation benefits from automated lubrication solution
20th June 2025

The use of an automated lubrication solution has shown a number of benefits compared to the manual lubrication of machines, ensuring effective process monitoring and timely, accurate lubrication.... 


Wouter Broodryk
Unlocking mining’s full potential through digital transformation
20th June 2025

By  Implats group process specialist and The Digital Transformation Conference Organising Committee chairperson Wouter Broodryk [Virtual Showroom}: The mining industry stands at a decisive... 


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JV to support Zambian construction industry’s growth
20th June 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

The Talisman Hire Kitwe City branch – a joint venture (JV) between industrial and mining solutions company Dickinson Group of Companies Africa (DGC Africa) and construction and industrial equipment... 


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Responsible governance required for effective operations
20th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Strong governance in South America’s mining sector will advance sustainable, responsible and transparent resource management, while promoting economic development and reducing social and... 


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Overcoming challenges with flexible solutions
20th June 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

While modular buildings offer mines a camp solution that can be rapidly deployed and established, modular building providers can encounter various challenges, such as logistical challenges for... 


An image of Vale's Nacala Port Dormitory
Modular solutions able to meet mine development needs
20th June 2025

As mining operations across the African continent expand, the industry requires accommodation solutions that offer speed and comfort, which can be achieved through portable building manufacturer... 


The above image depicts a welder using a Jasic 3-in-1 handheld laser welding machine
Industrial supplier expands laser welding range
20th June 2025

To enhance efficiencies and ensure optimum safety in metal working activities in all sectors, industrial equipment supplier BMG’s Tools and Equipment division has extended its range of Jasic laser... 


Unique Welding introduces new Thermamax Vulcan 1200A Dual Engine-Driven Welding Generator
Unique Welding introduces new Thermamax Vulcan 1200A Dual Engine-Driven Welding Generator
20th June 2025

The Thermamax Vulcan 1200A Dual is Unique Welding’s latest heavy-duty, locally manufactured engine-driven welder, built specifically to meet the demands of African construction sites, remote... 


Drill rig at the Bengwenyama deposit
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South Africa – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Platinum group metals miner Southern Palladium has secured commitments to raise equity capital of A$8-million to advance the staged mine development. 


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Jwaneng underground project, Botswana – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Diamond miner Debswana is looking to international capital markets to help fund the underground project. 


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Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines has revised down its 2025 copper production guidance, following a temporary suspension of underground mining in May. 


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Speewah fluorite project, Australia – update
20th June 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

On June 18, Critical minerals company Tivan announced the Australian government’s approval of Sumitomo’s entry into the Speewah fluorite project joint venture. 


Powerfleet GM – Africa Retail Ryan Colyn tells Engineering News that South Africa presents unique challenges in vehicle safety and fleet management
Powerfleet Retail drives innovation and safety in mobility
19th June 2025

Fleet and mobile asset management solutions provider Powerfleet Retail is gearing up for a significant presence at this year’s Transport Evolution Africa industry forum, being hosted at Gallagher... 


Schneider Electric new MasterPacT MTZ Active sets the benchmark for safe and sustainable power distribution
Schneider Electric new MasterPacT MTZ Active sets the benchmark for safe and sustainable power distribution
19th June 2025

Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, has launched MasterPacT MTZ Active, a new circuit breaker designed to improve... 


Image of Bridgestone Southern Africa MD Jacques Rikhotso
SATMC appoints new chairperson as local tyre manufacturers face influx of imports
18th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) has appointed Bridgestone Southern Africa MD Jacques Rikhotso as its new chairperson. This move is aligned with a renewed focus on defending... 


Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park
Indonesia to sanction nickel park firms for environment breaches
18th June 2025 By: Bloomberg

Indonesia will sanction companies for environmental breaches at an industrial park that accounts for a large slice of its nickel output. Environmental violations have been found at Indonesia... 


Versatile workhorses: how telehandlers are transforming South African agriculture
Versatile workhorses: how telehandlers are transforming South African agriculture
18th June 2025

In a sector where productivity and reliability are paramount, South African farmers are increasingly turning to multipurpose machinery to meet growing demands. Among these,... 


JRA to invest R2.8bn on the city’s roads over the next three years
17th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has reported a significant milestone in the city's commitment to robust infrastructure development, confirming a capital injection of R2.8-billion over the next... 


gold bars
Central bank gold reserves surge amid global uncertainty, survey reveals
17th June 2025 By: Darren Parker

Central banks have accumulated more than 1 000 t of gold in each of the last three years, up significantly from the 400 t to 500 t average over the preceding decade, according to the World Gold... 


Members of Palabora Mining and Mzansi renewable energy and grid-forming consortium.
South African copper mining company signs 12-year green energy supply agreement
17th June 2025 By: Martin Creamer

In a major boost for sustainable mining and South Africa’s clean energy ambitions, Mzansi Energy Consortium has signed a 12-year power purchase agreement with Palabora Mining Company (PMC) in... 


Toyota Material Handling: CELEBRATING 40 EXCEPTIONAL YEARS
Toyota Material Handling: CELEBRATING 40 EXCEPTIONAL YEARS
13th June 2025

Today Toyota Material Handling, a division of CFAO Equipment, marked 40 years of success as a market leader and preferred supplier of material handling equipment in South Africa at a celebratory... 


Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
Goodyear plant closure comes on the back of 'massive pressure' build-up  – NMB Business Chamber  
13th June 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Business Chamber says it is deeply saddened at the proposed closure of the Goodyear tyre plant in Kariega. CEO Denise van Huyssteen says a section189A process has been... 


Blencowe strengthens EU battery ties, Orom-Cross outperforms in testing
13th June 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Blencowe Resources has reported that American Energy Technologies (AETC) and other SAFELOOP project partners have continued their test work using natural flake graphite from... 


Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo open next week in Johannesburg, advancing national delivery goals
13th June 2025

 Big 5 Construct South Africa is gearing up to open next week at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, marking the start of its 12th edition and the launch of South Africa Infrastructure... 


Photo of the existing historical Speewah access tracks at the Dunham River crossing.
Tivan progresses culturally sensitive access road realignment for Speewah project
13th June 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

ASX-listed Tivan is progressing development planning for a revised access road to its Speewah fluorite project, in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, with a focus on cultural sensitivity... 


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Contractor outlines strategies to address infrastructure challenges
13th June 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Carefully coordinated efforts are required to sufficiently address South Africa’s bridge infrastructure challenges and this encompasses regular maintenance, innovative construction techniques and... 


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