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Geometallurgy: Putting Fundamentals First in Project Success
Geometallurgy: Putting Fundamentals First in Project Success
29th September 2025

By: Adam Johnston - Chief Metallurgist, Transmin Metallurgical Consultants (Virtual Showroom) For mining professionals, bringing a new operation into production is not about slogans or the latest... 


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Advantages of platinum highlighted during jewellery trade show
26th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

An international panel of jewellery experts highlighted platinum’s present and distinct advantages of price and technical brilliance at the Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong 2025 trade show.... 


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Market launch and unbundling progress will send powerful reform signals
26th September 2025

Having been established in late 2022 at the height of South Africa’s electricity crisis, the Energy Council of South Africa’s initial focus was almost singular: partner with government and Eskom to... 


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Private wind farm to reduce emissions
26th September 2025

As the largest private facility of its kind built to date in South Africa, the Witberg Wind Farm – located between the Touws river and Laingsburg, in the Western Cape – will prevent the emission of... 


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Wind energy growth demands complex logistics
26th September 2025

With wind energy becoming a key pillar in the transition to renewable energy, Midrand-based crane rental agency Concord Cranes regional director Richard Reid notes that, while wind turbines appear... 


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Market launch and unbundling progress will send powerful reform signals
26th September 2025

Having been established in late 2022 at the height of South Africa’s electricity crisis, the Energy Council of South Africa’s initial focus was almost singular: partner with government and Eskom to... 


Andrew Taylor, co-founder and Head of Trading at South African renewable energy IPP and trader NOA,
Why SA needs energy reform now
26th September 2025

Energy reform is no longer a theoretical debate. With the mounting threats on South Africa’s commercial and industrial energy users, it is a matter of national competitiveness, industrial growth... 


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Berg gold project, Canada – update
26th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Surge Copper Corp announced the closing of its previously announced strategic private placement with African Rainbow Minerals on September 18. 


Platinum needed in pacemakers.
Medical demand for platinum forecast to reach new high this year
25th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The demand for platinum in medical technology is on its way to reaching a 320 000 oz high point this year amid growth being at a consistent 3% compound annual growth rate since 2013 and 4% more... 


Trusted to Perform: How Delo Gold Ultra Keeps Construction Moving
Trusted to Perform: How Delo Gold Ultra Keeps Construction Moving
25th September 2025

Brought to you by Astron Energy In the construction sector, performance is everything. Heavy-duty equipment must operate under pressure, day after day, without failure. That level of reliability... 


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The smarter tyre solution powering the future of mining
25th September 2025

Mining is one of the most demanding industries on earth. From South Africa’s deep-level shafts to Zambia’s rugged Copperbelt, every operation depends on reliable equipment to keep materials moving... 


Surge Copper closes C$4.5m placement with South Africa's African Rainbow Minerals
Surge Copper closes C$4.5m placement with South Africa's African Rainbow Minerals
19th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canada’s Surge Copper said on Thursday it had closed a C$4.5-million private placement with African Rainbow Minerals (ARM), boosting the South African mining group’s stake in the company to 19.9%.... 


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Fit-for-purpose components ensure safety, high performance
19th September 2025

To maintain critical safety standards and adhere to current legislation, industrial equipment supplier BMG works closely with engineers in the coal mining sector to select products suited to their... 


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Market countdown
19th September 2025 By: Terence Creamer

It is understandable that few are fully aware of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM) and the likely significance of this complex reform, which represents an important... 


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New Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II assurances following setbacks
19th September 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) is achieving “rapid progress”, despite running into considerable delays, challenges and cost increases, with notable milestones having... 


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Moma titanium mine – wet concentrator plant A upgrade and transition project, Mozambique – update
19th September 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Kenmare Resources has started to connect the two new dredges and the new feed preparation unit to wet concentrator plant A. 


The Shaakichiuwaanaan exploration camp
Patriot to rebrand as PMET Resources, reflecting critical minerals focus
17th September 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Patriot Battery Metals will change its name to PMET Resources this week, marking what it describes as the next stage in its evolution into a diversified global critical minerals company. The... 


Steelpoort learners showcase ICT skills at Engen Project Presentation Day
Steelpoort learners showcase ICT skills at Engen Project Presentation Day
16th September 2025

Engen celebrated a key milestone in its Global Citizen Development Programme (EGCDP) as learners in Steelpoort, Limpopo presented the innovative ICT projects they developed during the first phase... 


The future of African banking runs on clean, reliable and efficient power
16th September 2025

By: Evershree Mathadeen - Channel Director, Secure Power at Schneider Electric Africa’s banking landscape continues to undergo some exciting change, fuelled by regulatory reform, population growth... 


Decarbonisation and South Africa as we move further into the 21st Century
15th September 2025

By: Prof. Gordon Smith (Pr Eng, PhD) - Past President of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, Advisor/Non Executive Director (Virtual Showroom) The SAIMM International PGM... 


Hive Hydrogen programme director Trevor Donian, AMDA Developments CEO Piero Granelli, Hive Hydrogen head of development Zander van der Walt, Hive Energy Africa CEO Colin Loubser, and Hive Hydrogen legal director Benji Mothibedi.
South Africa's R105bn hydrogen project advances to front-end engineering design stage
12th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Following go-ahead for the required renewable energy generation, South Africa’s R105-billion Coega Green Ammonia project in Nelson Mandela Bay has now advanced to front-end engineering design... 


DEMANDING APPLICATIONS The Godwin diesel-driven pump delivers powerful, uninterrupted performance for the most demanding dewatering applications, even in remote off-grid locations
Reliable dewatering solutions non-negotiable, says pumps provider
12th September 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As Africa’s mining sector continues on a strong and consistent growth trajectory, the use of high performance, efficient and reliable dewatering solutions have become non-negotiable to ensure safe... 


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Company reaffirms its aim of improving aircraft performance, reliability
12th September 2025

An increased focus on developing innovative waterjet cutting technologies for the structural integrity of critical flight components is crucial in offering a safe, precise and versatile solution... 


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Aerospace firm outlines plan to scale operations
12th September 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Stellenbosch-headquartered aerospace company Dragonfly Aerospace is optimised for high-tech manufacturing with its 3 000 m² facility, which also includes 1 000 m² of dedicated cleanroom space,... 


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Modern mining challenges necessitate optimised pumps
12th September 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mining operations are demanding pumps with higher hydraulic efficiency, lower energy use and longer wear life to lower costs, improve environmental impact and meet modern operational demands, says... 


A welder in PPE welding a metal plate with pretty sparks flying everywhere
New tech-driven welding programme launched
12th September 2025 By: Halima Frost

This month sees the option to study laser welding – a new technology-driven training programme – being formally added to the Southern African Institute of Welding’s (SAIW’s) training portfolio.... 


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Worries persist despite recent moves to overhaul air traffic entity
12th September 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

South Africa’s aviation sector faces a critical test as recent systemic failures at State-owned Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) disrupt operations and cause delays, triggering safety... 


Power, precision and operator-first design showcased in John Deere dozer
Power, precision and operator-first design showcased in John Deere dozer
11th September 2025

The John Deere 1050 P-Tier dozer represents the next generation of heavy earthmoving equipment. Designed to deliver more power, improved efficiency, and enhanced operator comfort, this machine is... 


Kenmare continues with upgrades to WCP A
11th September 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Kenmare Resources has started to connect the two new dredges and the new feed preparation unit to its Wet Concentrator Plant (WCP) A, in northern Mozambique. COO Ben Baxter notes in a... 


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OMV launches new milling facility in Mpumalanga
10th September 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Aggregate supplier OMV on September 9 launched its new Valkenburgh milling facility at its plant in Witbank, Mpumalanga. The company’s Witbank’s site was previously a storage and trans fill... 


Early project works undertaken by Concor include establishing access roads, site offices and an on-site batching plant, in preparation for the large volumes of concrete needed for the turbine foundations
Concor progresses on Karreebosch Wind Farm
9th September 2025

Concor has become an important construction partner in South Africa’s wind energy landscape, and recently started work on the Cennergi Holdings and G7 Renewable Energies 140 MW Karreebosch Wind... 


 TOMRA Mining breaks new ground in underground rock salt sorting pilot project at K+S Zielitz mine
TOMRA Mining breaks new ground in underground rock salt sorting pilot project at K+S Zielitz mine
9th September 2025

The underground X-ray Transmission (XRT) sorting pilot plant at the Zielitz mine, developed by TOMRA in collaboration with K+S, sets a new benchmark for efficient, sustainable potash mining. The... 


Time to burn rubber on tyre recycling
8th September 2025

Vast tailings dams, giant-tyre burial grounds and leaky water stewardship will all be regulated out of mining’s future. Tyre Stewardship Australia’s Lina Goodman thinks one part of that future... 


Solar growth sparks safety concerns over fire risks
Solar growth sparks safety concerns over fire risks
8th September 2025

With solar power now firmly established as a mainstream energy choice for South Africans, ASP Fire, a leading fire risk consulting company, has cautioned that poorly designed or badly installed... 


The Powertrack PT Pro ST-08E mobile triple-deck screen offers versatile performance while eliminating diesel costs
Leading the charge towards fully electric mobile crushers and screens
5th September 2025

As contractors in southern Africa seek to reduce operating costs to remain competitive, the recent arrival of the fully electric Powertrack range from Athos Crushing and Screening unlocks a new era... 


A massive refinery that Kiloton has offered its services to
Specialised equipment cuts downtime in refining sector
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

As a certified authorised distributor of Enerpac, Bosch, AME, HEMS, and Ridgid, providing industrial tooling and hydraulic solutions, Kiloton Hydraulics Pneumatics Tools & Abrasives is helping... 


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Supplier grows capacity to meet increased demand
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

Local supplier of stainless steel and special alloy products, EMVAfrica is expanding its capacity to meet rising demand for refinery infrastructure projects across Africa. The company says its... 


Fire protection equipment
Firms target refineries’ upgrade ambitions
5th September 2025 By: Devina Haripersad

South African fire protection equipment supplier DoseTech has partnered with Italian company SA Fire Protection to provide African refineries with advanced fire protection systems as the sector... 


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Naacam CEO on key priorities for preserving ‘critical source of industrial capacity’
5th September 2025 By: Irma Venter

The global automotive market is facing a shift as profound as the day the first mass-produced vehicle drove off the assembly line. From horse-and-carriage versus car, the conflict has now, more... 


Machinery Exchange
Machinery Exchange
5th September 2025

About us Machinery Exchange was founded in 1954 as a Private Limited company, with the purpose of trading after-market parts to the earthmoving industry. 


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Tanks which are used for fuel storage are fitted with BMG’s OMTEC spin-on filters that have been specially designed to clean diesel fuel to ISO 4406 standards
Solutions provider highlights bulk fuel filtration offering
5th September 2025

A growing area of industrial solutions provider BMG’s filtration services is bulk diesel fuel filtration. Tanks which are used for fuel storage are fitted with BMG’s OMTEC spin-on filters that have... 


BCG project leader Lindokuhle Shongwe.
Unleash Africa's energy, critical minerals to uplift continent, Boston Consulting exhorts
4th September 2025 By: Martin Creamer

With the world's energy transition accelerating and nations scrambling to secure resilient supply chains, Africa has what the world needs. In fact, the continent is seen to be in pole position to... 


Vesconite Bearings development engineer and consultant Cassandra Peens
Vesconite Bearings’ wear materials ensure safe, reliable valve operation
4th September 2025

Ball valves play a critical role in controlling the flow of fluid and pressure within a pipeline, but their effectiveness and safety are only as good as the seat material used. Wear parts... 


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