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Iron-ore tests floor as plunge to $90/t puts mines at risk
Iron-ore tests floor as plunge to $90/t puts mines at risk
11th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Iron-ore’s plunge is about to test the view that the steelmaking material can find solid price support at $90 a ton or more as high-cost mines are nudged out of the market. Futures in Singapore... 


Cobalt produced in the DRC
Net zero needs more metals, but less extraction from the earth
11th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

The mining industry is currently one of the most significant contributors to planet-warming emissions — but it's on track to become one of the most important sectors for a net-zero future. Annual... 


Stats SA industry statistics director Nicolai Claassen
Manufacturing production increased by 1.7% y/y in July
10th September 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

In its preliminary Manufacturing: Production and Sales report, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reveals that manufacturing production increased by 1.7% year-on-year in July. Stats SA industry... 


Progress on reopening Canyon Silver project slower than expected, Armadale says
9th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Although Aim-listed Armadale Capital has reported progress in its efforts to open up historic workings at the Canyon Silver project in Idaho, in the US, for further evaluation and sampling, the... 


DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
DGC Africa powering Africa’s future
9th September 2024

Mining services company DGC Africa, a member of the Dickinson Group, is powering Africa’s future through innovative asset integrity and industrial solutions for the mining and metallurgy, glass,... 


Iron-ore on a conveyor belt
Iron-ore slumps below $90 as growth fears hit commodities
9th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Iron-ore sank below $90 a ton for the first time since 2022 as industrial commodities faced sustained pressure from tepid Chinese demand and gathering worries over global growth. Futures for... 


China lodges WTO complaint over Canada’s EV and metal tariffs
6th September 2024 By: Reuters

China will take Canada to the World Trade Organization to challenge Ottawa’s decision to impose new tariffs of up to 100% on Chinese-made electric vehicles, steel and aluminum. The Ministry of... 


Citi says US election risk will keep metals contained for now
Citi says US election risk will keep metals contained for now
6th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Uncertainty around the US presidential election in November will prevent meaningful gains for metals by subduing global risk appetite and possibly delaying government stimulus in China, according... 


Global steel prices to trend lower on uncertain China demand recovery, study says
6th September 2024 By: Reuters

Global average steel prices are likely to trend downwards as China's domestic demand is expected to soften owing to a sluggish property sector, a report by Fitch Solutions unit BMI said on... 


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Distribution agreement extends bolting solutions for industry
6th September 2024

Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) group has announced a new distribution agreement with torque and tensioning company Bolt Torque, which holds a range of manual, hydraulic, electric and... 


Image of hot dip galvanized steel used in the NMMU BEd Building and The Glass House
Galvanizing sector benefits from new trend
6th September 2024

Hot dip galvanized steel is becoming increasingly popular in contemporary architecture as an aesthetic feature as well as being used for its functional properties. Hot Dip Galvanizers Association... 


China’s steel crisis drives iron-ore to worst week since March
China’s steel crisis drives iron-ore to worst week since March
6th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Iron-ore steadied to remain on track for its worst week since March, with few signs of a recovery for China’s beleaguered steel market. “There is no significant improvement in demand for steel... 


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EU targets carbon emissions through import tariff
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), set to come into effect in 2026, is poised to drive companies exporting to the EU to rethink their energy strategies and adopt renewable-energy... 


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Investment company on track to meet net-zero energy goals
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

As part of its ambition to achieve Landlord Scope 1 and 2 Net-Zero Carbon by 2030 as well as implement sustainable practices, property investment company Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) has successfully... 


Challenging trade environment dents Grindrod’s profit
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

Grindrod encountered a “very challenging environment” in the first six months of the year, says CEO Xolani Mbambo. “It’s been difficult.” 


Ogihara SA breaks ground on new R1.2bn auto body-part plant in Durban
6th September 2024 By: Irma Venter

CFAO South Africa (SA) subsidiary Toyota Tsusho Africa and Ogihara Thailand have started construction of a new R1.2-billion plant that will produce vehicle body parts for Toyota South Africa Motors... 


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Zondereinde – Western extension project, South Africa – update
6th September 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Underground tunnel development within the Western extension section has progressed to plan, according to Northam Platinum. 


Zimbabwe turns to private firms to boost freight rail volumes
5th September 2024 By: Reuters

Zimbabwe's State-owned railway operator has opened its network up to private players, including a unit of South Africa's Grindrod, as it seeks to boost freight volumes that had collapsed after... 


The Lazaruss automated mine shaft scanner
Dwyka brings automated shaft scanning technology to African mines
4th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Mining technology company Dwyka Mining Services has entered into a partnership with Canadian technology company Point Laz to introduce the Lazaruss automated mine shaft scanner to the African... 


The Tshipi manganese mine
Mining input inflation again outpaces PPI in July
4th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The Minerals Council South Africa finds in its latest index that mining input costs increased by 6.4% year-on-year in July. The increase matches that of June, with yearly input costs having held... 


Russia launches major zinc concentrate plant after delays linked to fire, US sanctions
Russia launches major zinc concentrate plant after delays linked to fire, US sanctions
4th September 2024 By: Reuters

Russia's new Ozernoye plant, located next to the country's largest zinc mine, launched zinc concentrate production on Wednesday, the company said, after delays caused by a 2023 fire and US... 


Iron-ore slides closer to $90 with China’s steel demand at risk
Iron-ore slides closer to $90 with China’s steel demand at risk
4th September 2024 By: Bloomberg

Iron-ore edged closer to its lowest since 2022 as the steelmaking material extended a selloff on fears for China’s crisis-wracked steel industry. Futures in Singapore fell 1.5% to $92.20 a ton by... 


Brasco Filtration: Setting the benchmark in dust control and air filtration
Brasco Filtration: Setting the benchmark in dust control and air filtration
4th September 2024

Dust control solutions leader Brasco Filtration has demonstrated its industry-leading capabilities by designing, manufacturing and installing a cutting-edge pressurisation fan filter system with... 


FPX Nickel president and CEO Martin Turenne
VIP treatment for FPX Nickel’s Baptise nickel project
4th September 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

TSX-V-listed FPX Nickel has received a major boost as the province of British Columbia has selected the Baptiste nickel project to be part of the newly established Critical Minerals Office (CMO)... 


Vehicles on an assembly line
GDP grew by 0.4% in the second quarter
3rd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

South Africa’s GDP increased by 0.4% in the second quarter, with the manufacturing industry having increased by 1.1%, contributing 0.1 of a percentage point to the GDP growth. Six of the ten... 


An image of the planned new SEW-Eurodrive facility on display during the groundbreaking ceremony
SEW-EURODRIVE to invest R380m in new Joburg drive service, repair facility
2nd September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Drive technology manufacturer SEW-EURODRIVE has announced an estimated R380-million investment into a new service and repair centre to be built adjacent to its current facilities in Aeroton,... 


South Africa is losing its trade competitiveness edge
2nd September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Enormous investments are being made in ports, rail and transport logistics in Southern Africa, as well as more broadly in Africa, including by international companies and consortia. "Global... 


tshipi manganese mine
No interim dividend for Tshipi shareholders, Jupiter declares
30th August 2024 By: Darren Parker

Given the ongoing volatility in the manganese market, including sharp price contractions in recent weeks, the board of ASX-listed Jupiter Mining’s flagship Tshipi manganese mine, in the Northern... 


Local manufacturing to play a prominent role at Electra Mining Africa 2024
Local manufacturing to play a prominent role at Electra Mining Africa 2024
30th August 2024

The local South African manufacturing sector is a pillar in the South African economy, with the potential to play a crucial role in the country’s economic growth and recovery. Electra Mining Africa... 


Rand Instruments Africa
Rand Instruments Africa
30th August 2024

Established in 1998, Rand Instruments Africa specialises in providing critical design engineering and manufacturing services to a diverse portfolio of global, national and international... 


AMC expects Electra will boost interest among potential, international clients
30th August 2024 By: Nadine James

Transformer core solutions provider Alloy Magnetic Cores (AMC) is looking forward to exhibiting at the 2024 Electra Mining Africa exhibition and conference, which will take place from September 2... 


Image of Jansen potash mine
Jansen potash project, Canada – update
30th August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

BHP has reported that construction of the potash project is ahead of the original schedule. 


HYBRIT PLANT
Hydrogen Breakthrough Ironmaking Technology project, Sweden – update
30th August 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Research on the project has shown that direct reduced iron produced using the HYBRIT process has superior characteristics, compared with iron produced using fossil fuels.  


Akademia unveils R3.2bn plan for private higher education campus
30th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Privately owned Afrikaans, Christian higher education institution Akademia has announced the development of a R3.2-billion campus in Pretoria East. The campus will be developed by real estate... 


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... 


A large factory setting with aluminium rolls and vehicles in it
Aluminium imperatives challenging to meet
30th August 2024 By: Halima Frost

The South African aluminium industry faces many challenges, including the need for greater recyclability and the push for a greener, more reliable power supply, says semi-finished nonferrous metals... 


Survey shows renewable energy product affordability is a challenge for SMEs
29th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Consumers and businesses believe there are many competitors in the renewable energy products market, but affordability may be a potential barrier to accessing renewable-energy solutions, which may... 


Iron-ore’s ‘irrational’ rally past $100 triggers warning
Iron-ore’s ‘irrational’ rally past $100 triggers warning
29th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

Iron-ore has jumped by about 10% in 10 days to breach $100 a ton, prompting the official journal of China’s metals industry to pen a long article on why the gains are overdone. The steelmaking... 


How microgrids can take mining, minerals and metals one step closer to a greener posture
How microgrids can take mining, minerals and metals one step closer to a greener posture
29th August 2024

By Johan Pretorius, MMM Segment Lead, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric  The mining, minerals and metals industry forms a critical part of material supply, all essential as the world... 


Kumba's Sishen mine
Kumba to treble premium iron-ore output at Sishen through ‘compelling’ R11.2bn investment
29th August 2024 By: Chanel de Bruyn

The board of Kumba Iron Ore has approved a further R7.6-billion investment in ultrahigh dense media separation (UHDMS) processing technology at the Sishen mine, in the Northern Cape. This follows... 


An imgae of the Aqunion abalone farm in Romansbaai
SPS commissions R135m solar project at Aqunion abalone farm
28th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS) has started to test and commission a R135-million solar PV and battery solution project for abalone farmer Aqunion, a subsidiary of the Sea Harvest Group.... 


China’s steel slump set to worsen as heavyweights flag concerns
China’s steel slump set to worsen as heavyweights flag concerns
28th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

China’s steel-industry slowdown looks set to deepen, with BHP Group, the world’s biggest miner, and China Baowu Group, the top iron-ore buyer, flagging concerns as demand fades after decades of... 


Jindal, Zimbabwe in talks for $800m revamp of Hwange power plant
28th August 2024 By: Bloomberg

Zimbabwe’s State-owned power utility is in talks with Jindal Steel & Power over an $800-million upgrade of six units at its Hwange facility as it seeks to reduce blackouts. The plant is the... 


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