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Innomotics and Danfoss Drives Strengthen Partnership to Deliver Comprehensive Motor and Drive Solutions
Innomotics and Danfoss Drives Strengthen Partnership to Deliver Comprehensive Motor and Drive Solutions
31st March 2025

Innomotics GmbH, a globally leading provider of electric motors and large drive systems and Danfoss Drives A/S, a global leader in low-voltage drives, are pleased to announce the next phase of... 


The Maserati MC20 coupé during its record-breaking run
Look Ma, no hands – Maserati MC20 sets new autonomous world speed record
31st March 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) has set a new autonomous – in other words, there is no human in the car – driving world record at the Space Florida Launch and Landing Facility (LLF) at the... 


AI’s role in reshaping Higher Education in South Africa
AI’s role in reshaping Higher Education in South Africa
31st March 2025

By understanding the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on Higher Education, South Africa will be in a stronger position to take advantage of the potential benefits of the technology... 


The Vaal dam
Water Indaba delivers resolutions to resolve water challenges
31st March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Following the Water and Sanitation Indaba held last week, clear resolutions have emerged to reverse the significant decline seen in South Africa’s water sector in the past few years. From... 


An artist’s impression of the ExoMars lander touching down on Mars
Airbus to build lander to carry European Space Agency’s rover to the Martian surface
31st March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

Airbus Defence and Space has been chosen by the European Space Agency (ESA) and mission prime industrial contractor Thales Alenia Space (TAS – a JV between Thales and Leonardo) to design and build... 


Image of President Cyril Ramaphosa and Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina at the Water and Sanitation Indaba on March 27, 2025
New path charted for water sector, says Ramaphosa
31st March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new course will be charted for South Africa’s water sector following the landmark Water and Sanitation Indaba held last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday. In his weekly ‘From the... 


Food industry operations – not as simple as flipping a switch
Food industry operations – not as simple as flipping a switch
31st March 2025

By: Ben Selier - Vice President, Secure Power, Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric The food industry represents a huge portion of the global economy, expected to reach $9.68 trillion in 2025... 


Enlit Africa 2025 to Challenge the Status Quo and Redefine Africa’s Power Sector
31st March 2025

Enlit Africa, the continent’s foremost gathering for the power, energy and water sectors, is to Cape Town from 20-22 May 2025, under the bold theme Challenge the Status Quo. Convening industry... 


Enlit Africa 2025 to Challenge the Status Quo and Redefine Africa’s Power Sector
Enlit Africa 2025 to Challenge the Status Quo and Redefine Africa’s Power Sector
28th March 2025

Enlit Africa, the continent’s foremost gathering for the power, energy and water sectors, is to Cape Town from 20-22 May 2025, under the bold theme Challenge the Status Quo. Convening industry... 


FASA chairperson Ayabulela Njingolo
Franchising sector resilient and key employer, but new markets need exploring
28th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) recently held its fourty-sixth AGM as the representative association that has overseen the growth of franchising over more than four decades.... 


Shale gas may be the key to  South Africa’s Energy Transformation
Shale gas may be the key to South Africa’s Energy Transformation
28th March 2025

South Africa’s Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has highlighted the potential of shale gas to reshape the country’s energy landscape. Speaking at a press conference in Cape... 


AVISA 2025: Africa’s Smart AV & Automation Revolution Takes Centre Stage
AVISA 2025: Africa’s Smart AV & Automation Revolution Takes Centre Stage
28th March 2025

As Africa’s audiovisual industry evolves at an unprecedented pace, Audiovisual Integrated Systems Africa (AVISA) 2025 emerges as the continent’s premier platform to explore the latest innovations,... 


Aviation IT group SITA urges the scaling up of digital passenger ID systems for air travel
28th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

It is now time to scale up the use of digital ID systems across the global commercial aviation industry, SITA senior VP Jeremy Springall has affirmed. (SITA is the aviation industry’s specialist IT... 


Murray & Roberts Cementation
Murray & Roberts Cementation
28th March 2025

Murray & Roberts Cementation, part of the Murray & Roberts group, is a top-tier underground mining contractor headquartered in Johannesburg, serving Africa. The company pioneered contract... 


An image of coal being transported
Contractor miner delivers efficient, seamless production
28th March 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Through an expanded fleet and the introduction of additional services, opencast mining, bulk materials handling, and drilling and blasting service provider Zizwe Opencast Mining is targeting... 


A brand new Allu Series M crushing bucket in operation on a cola mine
New crushing bucket increases efficiencies
28th March 2025 By: Halima Frost

In the build-up to the global launch of crushing and screening equipment supplier Egelquip’s new coal and ore processing crushing bucket, CEO Brendan Geoghegan highlights how the bucket will... 


Rows of coal core samples marked with varying depths on them
SA expertise behind development of Botswana coal mine
28th March 2025 By: Halima Frost

The successful development, well under way, of what is Botswana’s third coal mine is in no small part down to the contribution of professional services by independent geological consultants Gemecs,... 


Western Cape could start exporting renewable power by 2032
28th March 2025 By: Irma Venter

The Western Cape government says it remains on track to reach its target of generating 5 700 MW of its own energy by 2035, and could even become a net exporter of renewable energy by 2032. Premier... 


Dwyka Mining Services drone image
Pioneers in drone technology for the African mining industry
28th March 2025

Mining technology platform Dwyka Mining Services recognises that the future of mining hinges on augmenting human effort with cutting-edge technology. As pioneers in drone hardware and software,... 


Image of nuclear power plant
Rooppur nuclear power plant, Bangladesh – update
28th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The installation of the turbine at Unit 1 has been successfully completed.  


Image of Kusile power plant from a distance
Kusile power plant project, South Africa – update
28th March 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Kusile’s final unit – Unit 6 – has been synced to the national grid. 


EXTRA MEASURES
Specialised coatings and thermal protection are applied to prevent degradation and extend the crane’s service life
Manufacturer completes crane project for platinum mine
28th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

South African overhead crane manufacturer RGM Cranes in December 2024 successfully completed the design, manufacture and installation of a high-capacity ladle handling crane at a platinum mine,... 


D-SERIES
The hoist features a modular design that allows for easy maintenance and quick installation
New hoist available in EMEA
28th March 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Crane manufacturer Konecranes has introduced the D-series electric chain hoist, which is engineered for industries requiring high-performance lifting solutions with enhanced safety, efficiency and... 


DRIVING SUSTAINABILITY IE3-rated motors help customers in the paper and pulp sector to advance their environmental, social and governance goals by reducing their energy consumption and subsequently, their carbon footprint
Nelspruit branch helps paper and pulp facility remain competitive
28th March 2025

South Africa’s paper and pulp industry is a vital economic sector, with the adoption of sustainable practices, such as improved energy efficiency, having bolstered its resilience despite challenges... 


The above image depicts the range of IKO Nippon Thompson’s linear guides
Linear motion solutions can enhance efficiency
28th March 2025 By: Lynne Davies

By offering a comprehensive range of IKO Nippon Thompson’s linear guides, runner blocks and associated products, industrial equipment and services supplier BMG’s bearings division helps the paper,... 


An image of the RocketDNA xBot
xBot transforms remote operations across industries
28th March 2025

Drone specialist company RocketDNA has achieved a groundbreaking milestone as the first company in South Africa and Australia to secure approval for remote unmanned aerial system (UAS) docking... 


Image of President Cyril Ramaphosa and Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina at the Water and Sanitation Indaba on March 27, 2025
Performance in water sector needs to be stepped up, urges Ramaphosa
27th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s embattled water sector is the number one priority for government, and implementation will be critical in turning the dire situation around, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on... 


Wu Qinjian (left) and Vivi Liu, CEO of Hisense SA (right)
Hisense partners with CNBM in Johannesburg, signing Strategic Cooperation Agreement to accelerate sustainable development in Africa
27th March 2025

As one of the first pioneers among Chinese enterprises to expand overseas, Hisense has remained committed to a combined strategy of globalization and localization since officially entering the... 


An image of the Gautrain
Gautrain seeks to make travel more accessible to a diverse range of commuters
27th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

In response to the changing ridership patterns post-Covid-19, the Gautrain says it is identifying underserved customer groups and their specific needs and will be adapting its products and services... 


An image of the signing ceremony
Hisense, CNBM sign agreement to expand collaboration in Africa
27th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Electronics manufacturer Hisense and China National Building Material Group (CNBM) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement, committing to building a localised ecosystem and bringing China’s... 


Accountable Together
High corruption in policing points to govt inadequacy in confronting challenges – Corruption Watch
27th March 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Corruption Watch chairperson Professor Themba Maseko said on Thursday that the high number of corruption issues in the policing sector is an indication of government’s inadequacy in confronting... 


Forklift fleets function better with telematics
Forklift fleets function better with telematics
27th March 2025

Productivity is key in the world of logistics, warehouse operations and supply chain management. Managing a forklift fleet effectively can enhance a company's operational effectiveness, boosting... 


What Products Contain Lithium-ion batteries? Powering Boundless Exploration and Connectivity
27th March 2025

You may have heard of lithium-ion batteries, but did you know these compact powerhouses aren’t just used to power fitness trackers, smartwatches, and other wearable devices? SafeQuip, a leading... 


US Report Highlights Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Global Education Sector - and South Africa Should Take Heed
US Report Highlights Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Global Education Sector - and South Africa Should Take Heed
27th March 2025

KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management, today announced findings from its new report, “From Primary Schools to Universities, The... 


Integrated reporting: A holistic view of company performance for long-term value
Integrated reporting: A holistic view of company performance for long-term value
27th March 2025

Imagine a company report as a story. In the past, that story might have focused only on the numbers—the revenue, profits and expenses. But integrated reporting paints a fuller picture, weaving... 


Water is a Human Right: Real change is needed to uphold this right in South Africa
Water is a Human Right: Real change is needed to uphold this right in South Africa
27th March 2025

By: Dr Kerusha Lutchmiah - Senior Water Expert at Royal HaskoningDHV As we near the end of Human Rights Month, it’s imperative that the fundamental link between water access and human rights in... 


Propak Africa delivers a powerful showcase of cutting-edge packaging innovations
Propak Africa delivers a powerful showcase of cutting-edge packaging innovations
27th March 2025

Propak Africa brought together more than 500 local and international exhibitors, presenting thousands of cutting-edge products, technologies, and services across the packaging, plastics, printing,... 


carbon tax illustration
African exporters to face market challenges as EU expands Carbon Border Tax
26th March 2025 By: Darren Parker

Recent amendments to the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulatory framework, introduced on February 26, are expected to have significant implications for African exporters. The... 


Ford South Africa PHEV Ranger
Ford South Africa ships first locally produced PHEV Rangers
26th March 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Ford South Africa has shipped its first batch of locally produced plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) Rangers this week. During a showcase of the newly upgraded Silverton plant, in Pretoria,... 


A mock-up image created in March 2025 to show what Airbus' fully electric, hydrogen-powered ZEROe aircraft will look like.
Airbus reaffirms its commitment to hydrogen aviation, by means of fuel cells
26th March 2025 By: Rebecca Campbell

At the 2025 edition of its annual, sustainable aerospace-focused, Airbus Summit, the Europe-based global major aerospace and defence group reaffirmed its commitment to develop and market a... 


Mann + Hummel automotive aftermarket president and GM Cedric Dackam
Mann + Hummel opens Gauteng factory – its first in Africa
26th March 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Filtration solutions manufacturer Mann + Hummel has opened its first factory in Africa, in Kempton Park, Gauteng. “This is a new chapter for Mann + Hummel South Africa, which started here in a... 


Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) to Showcase Automation Expertise at Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF) 2025
Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) to Showcase Automation Expertise at Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF) 2025
26th March 2025

EIT is excited to showcase its automation expertise at the Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF) 2025! Join us in Johannesburg to explore how automation, AI, and digital transformation are... 


EU designates 47 strategic raw materials projects to strengthen supply chain
EU designates 47 strategic raw materials projects to strengthen supply chain
26th March 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

The European Commission has designated 47 strategic projects across 13 member States as part of the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) implementation. The selected projects, announced on Tuesday,... 


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Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa is sole distributors for Goodwin electrically driven, submersible, abrasion resistance slurry pumps.

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Developed to exceed the latest EN 15964 standards for police breathalysers proving that it will remain accurate and reliable for many years to come.

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BOVA cemented their reputation in Africa by delivering high quality engineering through their range of safety footwear. 21 years after producing...

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