The new head of Vale has laid out one of the Brazilian company’s most ambitious goals — becoming the world’s biggest metals producer by market capitalisation. “It has to be the biggest mining... 

State-owned Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the appointment of a terminal operator to fund, design, develop, construct, operate, maintain and... 

By: Camilla Christino and Mike Smith In the evolving landscape of food safety, two critical yet often misunderstood concepts stand out: Food Fraud and Food Defence. While both involve intentional... 

Africa’s mining sector is entering a new period of disruption where risk has become a defining force shaping strategy, investment and operational performance, says consultancy dss+ in a newly... 

The 12th edition of Transport Evolution Africa concluded its 2025 edition at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, bringing together the public and private transport sectors under one roof... 

In this opinion article, Professor Vally Padayachee outlines a proposed pathway for ensuring the safe and affordable adoption of small-scale embedded generation (SSEG) systems, such as rooftop... 

As the diamond mining industry continues to face growing challenges such as resource depletion, rising operational costs and increasing competition from synthetic diamonds, pump supplier Schurco... 

A combination of new and old technologies continues to cement weighing equipment solutions supplier Autotech Weighing Systems’ position as a preferred weighing systems provider to the South African... 

A range of new Volvo equipment for the earthmoving and surface mining sector was launched earlier this month at equipment supplier Babcock Africa’s eMalahleni branch, in Mpumalanga. Babcock is the... 

After a successful launch at Bauma 2025, held in April in Munich, Germany, South African earthmoving equipment manufacturer and supplier Bell Equipment introduced a new range of motor graders to... 

Effective slurry management is fundamental to mineral processing and one of its most persistent challenges. Across mining regions, operators face relentless wear from abrasive slurries laden with... 

Aligned with its goal of equipping employees with skills needed to progress and adapt to changing technologies, specialised hose and couplings supplier Jachris Hose & Couplings is developing a... 

Professional body for education and skills development in South Africa, Chemical Industries Education & Training Sector Authority (CHIETA), has received approval from the Quality Council for Trades... 

Industry association Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) has cautioned the plastic pipe industry against the growing and dangerous trend of manufacturing high-density... 

Goodyear South Africa (SA) has initiated a Section 189A process, related to a restructuring process that includes the tyre manufacturer’s operations in Kariega. The Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB)... 

The raising of the Tzaneen dam wall will now be completed in March 2026, a year later than the initial completion date of March this year. Part of the Letaba river water augmentation project, the... 

Radiation protection, nuclear safety, radioactive waste and energy technology company NRG-Pallas is preparing for construction. 

The World Bank Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have agreed to collaborate on supporting the safe, secure and responsible use of nuclear energy in developing countries. The... 

Workplace-related injuries continue to remain a challenge in South Africa, but collaboration, digitisation and hands-on leadership can play an important role in promoting a culture of safety. This... 

Mining operations looking for alternative ways to keep equipment running efficiently and productively are turning to programmes that restore equipment to ‘like-new’ condition. Sandvik Mining and... 

Commonly used in the construction and mining sectors, telehandlers are proving effective in farming environments too – whether lifting heavy seed bags, stacking bales, or cleaning feedlots. The... 

The good momentum at Harmony Gold Mining Company’s South African and Papua‑New Guinean operations has enabled the company to replace ounces and grow the company. Even with the funding of the... 

The Western Australian Parliament has passed the Mining Amendment (Transfer of Royalty Administration) Bill 2025, paving the way for the state’s mining royalty collection and administration to move... 

Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company and a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation has announced the immediate availability of the GoPact MCCB... 

When a fire breaks out, a hose reel can be the difference between a minor incident and major damage. But that’s only true if it’s properly installed and fully compliant with safety standards.... 

US President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday announced policy changes it said would speed up the search and development of offshore critical minerals. The Bureau of Ocean Energy... 

By: Johan Potgieter - Cluster Industrial Software Lead at Schneider Electric What is machine vision? By definition, it allows automated systems to “see” the real world; an ocular implant for... 

Lanseria International Airport, in Gauteng, is undergoing a period of transformation and forward-looking development, which will see several major upgrades to the airport’s infrastructure and... 

In the demanding world of underground mining, productivity is everything. Crews operate around the clock, navigating confined spaces, sharp debris and high-risk conditions. In these environments,... 

The ongoing battle against sub-standard plastic pipes and fittings remains a top priority for SAPPMA, as the prevalence of poor-quality products continues to threaten the integrity of the local... 

ASX-listed Perseus Mining has appointed Daniel Egya-Mensah as CEO of its Perseus Mining Ghana subsidiary, effective July 1. In this newly created role, he is tasked with providing strategic... 

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... 

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,... 

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... 

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... 

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... 

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... 

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... 

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 because transformers are essential components in power distribution systems. They step up or down voltage levels to ensure efficient power... 

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... 

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...