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Shell intent on thriving through energy transition

Shell Technical and Services manager Mpho Mokwena talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba.

     

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Shell Downstream South Africa (SDSA) is an integrated energy company with a rich South African culture through its 120-year presence in the country. The company employs more than 500 people on a full-time basis and a significant brand footprint and fuel retail network of over 600 sites and is a joint venture that owns, Blendcore, the largest lubricants manufacturing facility in Africa.

The company services multiple industrial sectors with unique products and services propositions that focuses on performance, environmental and socio-economic sustainability.  As a leading supplier of bitumen, fuels, lubricants, and energy solutions in South Africa, SDSA is committed to accelerated, responsible and sustainable transitioning to cleaner energy. The solutions for mining are specifically designed to optimise operations for efficient energy use and minimum environmental impact. Shell uses gas-to-liquids technology that turns natural gas into high-quality liquid fuels, base oils for lubricants, and other liquid products usually made from oil. It is founded on more than 45 years of research, development, and commercial experience.

The company prides itself in forming close relationships with local mining communities where they operate. SDSA is intentional about skills transfer in mining communities to ensure economic inclusivity and sustainability.

The enterprise development programs are designed for beneficiation of local communities. The company has rolled out initiatives supporting agriculture, clean energy sources as well as educational development programs.

Watch a video in which Shell Technical and Services manager Mpho Mokwena talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba.

Edited by Creamer Media Reporter

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