The World Bank has approved a $1.5-billion (R27-billion) development policy loan to support the implementation of ongoing structural reform in South Africa’s energy and transport sectors, as well... 

Securex South Africa 2025, held from 3 to 5 June at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, once again proved why it remains Africa’s leading security and fire exhibition. Co-located with A-OSH... 

Crane and hoist manufacturer Condra supplies a range of equipment to authorised agents across sub-Saharan Africa, including an innovative unpack-and-go machine delivered in containers that become... 

Energy audits conducted on drive systems are helping South African farmers reduce irrigation costs and improve efficiencies. SEW-EURODRIVE says it is expanding its support to the South African... 

The Association of Meat Importers and Exporters (AMIE) has partnered with business support organisation Tushiya Xchange to invest in small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the meat import... 

A next-generation condition monitoring system for vibrating screens and feeders is designed to provide real-time insights into the operational health of vibrating screens and feeders, enabling... 

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dr Dion George says his first year in office under the Government of National Unity has laid the foundation for a greener, more inclusive and more... 

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... 

An extensive pilot initiative aimed at scaling up hydrogen technology, infrastructure and applications across the length and breadth of China has been announced, shortly before next month’s... 

Thirty years after the establishment of the Constitutional Court in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa is promising citizens a range of institutional, infrastructure, financial,... 

Iron-ore miner Kumba Iron Ore has announced that CFO Bothwell Mazarura will be stepping down to pursue other interests after nearly eight years of service since his appointment in September 2017.... 

Gas and welding supplier EWN&S is proud to announce its exclusive partnership as the sole agency for INE Welding in South Africa. As a global leader in welding technology, INE represents the... 

Adaptable production capacity and effective communication and collaboration with contractors are vital to navigate the labour and material supply issues that could challenge the completion of... 

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... 

Introducing a level of digital control traditionally only seen in fully automated systems, welding technology provider Fronius’ WeldCube Navigator is being implemented by fastener specialist Bolt... 

A one-off “shipping container” crane is currently under manufacture for mine maintenance by overhead crane and hoist manufacturer Condra’s authorised agent, Lynx Supply and Services, in Tanzania.... 

This week we profile Harry Scherzer, CEO and co-founder of Future Forex, which is involved in international money transfers for South African individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises 

South African truck assemblers are lobbying for two concessions from government as the world increasingly moves to electric mobility, says Volvo Trucks South Africa (Volvo Trucks SA) MD Waldemar... 

Mining exploration and development company Perpetua Resources has secured $400-million in equity commitments through a bought deal financing and private placement, advancing a funding plan for the... 

A definitive feasibility study published in March 2025 has confirmed the potential to develop a long-life, financially robust mining operation through a two-phase development strategy. 

The US Forest Service (USFS) has republished the final environmental impact statement (FEIS) and draft record of decision for the Resolution copper project in Arizona clearing a regulatory hurdle... 

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... 

South African regional and domestic airline Airlink is to significantly expand and modernise its fleet, and increase its capacity, by leasing ten new next-generation Embraer E195-E2 smaller... 

South Africa’s energy future is being reshaped by a powerhouse duo:  the  100% South African-owned photovoltaic (PV) manufacturer ARTsolar and global technology leader JA Solar. Together, they are... 

In this letter to Engineering News, Katharine McKenzie calls on the Department of Transport to provide more accurate information on the number of passengers that make use of the Passenger Rail... 

Solar-as-a-service provider Wetility has secured a R500-million structured capital partnership with solar energy project funder Jaltech, which it will use to add more than 16 MW of solar capacity... 

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

The South African rand edged up in early trade on Wednesday ahead of the release of domestic inflation and retail sales data, as investors also awaited an interest rates decision from the US... 

Rolls-Royce Power Systems has announced that it has opened a new regional headquarters and training centre in Johannesburg. The new facility will support the growing numbers of the group’s... 

Grid- and energy-optimisation software company Open Access Energy has entered into a new partnership with utility management firm PEC Utility Management as its metering partner. This collaboration... 

Donaldson and FHS highlight filtration solutions that extend component life, reduce downtime 

Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busisiwe Mavuso has said she was “astounded” to see news last week of State-owned Transnet's capitulation to unions’ strike threats, eventually agreeing to give... 

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Coega Development Corporation (Coega), which is responsible for managing the Coega Special Economic Zone, in the Nelson Mandela Bay... 

Multinational logistics company DHL Group is investing over €500-million in the Middle East, with the company seeing significant potential especially in the fast-growing Saudi Arabia and United... 

The conclusion of the independent investigation into State-owned South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) by private contractor TSU International – the investigative arm of international security... 

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... 

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has shared what its R500-million investment on Free State roads will entail over the next year.   Having started with projects in the... 

It is no coincidence that the majority of the world’s mobile crushing equipment is fitted with PT Tech hydraulic power take off (HPTO) clutch units as they were essentially designed to meet the... 

Local manufacturers are increasingly adopting smart pneumatics to modernise operations, reduce unplanned downtime and improve energy efficiency, says fluid control systems manufacturer Bürkert.... 

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

Industrial products provider BMG – part of Invicta Holdings Limited – is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its joining the private-sector-funded Youth Employment Services (YES) Programme, which... 

More civil and design engineers should specify the use of galvanised steel structures and hot-dip galvanised reinforcing steel for road and bridge infrastructure, says industry organisation...