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The National People's Congress meeting was held in Beijing on Monday.
Iron-ore and copper drop on lack of Beijing spending pledges
6th March 2023 By: Bloomberg

Commodities from iron-ore to copper fell after China set a cautious economic growth target of about 5% for the year and didn’t announce any major new stimulus. The goal unveiled at the National... 


Carlo Bolzonello, country leader of Trellix South Africa
Carlo Bolzonello
3rd March 2023 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

This week we profile Carlo Bolzonello, country leader of Trellix South Africa, a cybersecurity solutions provider 


An image of Asante Gold's Bibiani and Chirano processing facility
Miner soars past hurdles, aims to expand in 2023
3rd March 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

The refurbished Bibiani mine along with the Chirano mine, located in the north-western region of Ghana, are ahead of their respective timelines and expect to extend their life-of-mine to more than... 


5G drives growth for communications service providers
3rd March 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

A new report has revealed a correlation between fifth-generation (5G) uptake and revenue growth for communications service providers (CSPs). A special Ericsson Mobility Report, the Business Review... 


Kenmare Resources' Moma mine, in Mozambique
Kenmare advises of lightning damage at its Moma mine
2nd March 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

London-listed titanium and zircon producer Kenmare Resources has advised that power lines near its Moma mine, in northern Mozambique, were subject to an intense direct lightning strike, which cut... 


Growth drives skills demand
24th February 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

The outlook for surface and underground mining in South Africa is healthy, as local mines are ramping up production and demand grows, leading to the recruitment of more mineworkers. Mining training... 


Minerals Council CEO Roger Baxter
New report to be released on the state of 4IR, ESG in the South African mining industry
23rd February 2023 By: Darren Parker

The Minerals Council South Africa, in collaboration with accounting firm PwC and the Mandela Mining Precinct, will soon release its new 2022/23 report on the state of digitalisation, the Fourth... 


Image shows a Santos operation at night
Higher oil price drives Santos to new heights
22nd February 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Santos has reported record underlying earnings for the full year ended December, with underlying profits increasing by 160% to $2.46-billion. Net profits after tax for the year... 


ACCC lays charges against Swift
20th February 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has launched Federal Court proceedings against technology company Swift Networks for alleged bid rigging and price fixing when tendering to... 


Zest WEG
Zest WEG
17th February 2023

Zest WEG, a subsidiary of leading Brazilian motor and controls manufacturer WEG, is committed to the development of the African region, and has been servicing the continent for over 40 years.... 


Interest in fully automated cranes increasing in Africa – Condra MD
10th February 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

There is increased interest in automated cranes, amid the growing awareness of the benefits of full crane automation, says crane manufacturer Condra MD Marc Kleiner. It is currently the most... 


A large open pit operation at night being lit up with flood lights and masts
Consultants offer energy efficiency planning, implementation
3rd February 2023

Making a mine energy efficient requires plenty of planning, which ideally means proactively designing for efficiency from an early stage in a project, says consulting engineers and scientists SRK... 


Anglo American CE Duncan Wanblad
Copper drives Anglo’s overall fourth-quarter production higher, but PGMs, nickel disappoint
2nd February 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Diversified miner Anglo American has reported a year-on-year improvement in the production of nearly all its commodities – except for platinum group metals (PGMs) and nickel – for the fourth... 


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The Power of Procurement in Mining
2nd February 2023

A Strategic Value Driver for Miners,  Communities and Stakeholders Procurement in the mining industry has the power to add or destroy value for mining companies, shape communities and impact all... 


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Firm raises $42-million to deliver data solutions
27th January 2023

Digital mining solutions provider MineSense in December announced that it had secured $42-million in Series E funding, which would be used to accelerate the commercial deployment of its solutions,... 


A man wearing a  blue overall with the BMG logo on servicing a Danfoss drive
New drives added to extensive portfolio
27th January 2023 By: Halima Frost

Advanced engineering manufacturer Danfoss has successfully added its IC2 and IC7 drives, released in the final quarter of last year, to its existing VLT and VACON range of drives. The drives will... 


Mobility solutions highlighted at global event
27th January 2023

Global technical equipment, drive and braking systems manufacturer Voith presented its solutions for the mobility shift in commercial vehicles at the IAA Transportation Expo held in Hannover,... 


An image of Bosch Rexroth South Africa Group CEO and Bosch Rexroth Africa president Chris Riley
Group excited for first Indaba appearance
27th January 2023

Hydraulic equipment provider Bosch Rexroth Africa is set to make its first appearance at this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba, in conjunction with Bosch Rexroth companies Hägglunds Drives... 


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SEW-EURODRIVE
27th January 2023

SEW-EURODRIVE South Africa is recognised as the specialist in drive and control technologies across Africa with the brand well-known and respected for its precision German engineering across the... 


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Zest WEG
27th January 2023

Zest WEG, a subsidiary of leading Brazilian motor and controls manufacturer WEG, is committed to the development of the African region, and has been servicing the continent for over 40 years.... 


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New local zinc refinery deemed urgent
20th January 2023 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

The use of the multipurpose base metal, zinc, in South Africa, has “been through a rollercoaster over the past ten to 12 years”, says International Zinc Association (IZA) Africa Desk executive... 


Image of Dolphin tungsten deposit
Dolphin tungsten project, Australia – update
20th January 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Group 6 Metals has reported that construction of the processing plant for the Dolphin mine is continuing to progress on schedule. 


Australia's first zero-emissions battery lands at Fortescue
16th January 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Iron-ore major and green energy developer Fortescue has taken delivery of Australia’s first prototype battery system designed for a zero-emissions battery electric mining haul truck being... 


An image of Battery components at Fortescue's workshop in Perth, Australia
1.4 MWh battery arrives in Australia for testing on 240 t mining haul truck
13th January 2023 By: Donna Slater

Battery and vehicle controller system WAE Technologies has completed and delivered to Australia the largest battery of its kind, ready to be installed in a 240 t prototype zero-emission... 


Bellevue tracking to plan
22nd December 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Gold developer Bellevue Gold is on track to reach gold production in the second half of 2023, with the first draw down of A$35-million from its project loan facility with Macquarie Bank taking... 


Condra completes 32 t yard crane for Mpumalanga refinery
16th December 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Crane manufacturer Condra Cranes has completed a 32 t, 30-metre-span container handling crane for Mbombela-based metals refinery Manganese Metal Company (MMC). MMC’s gantry was delivered on... 


Image of Dolphin tungsten project site
Dolphin tungsten project, Australia – update
16th December 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Group 6 Metals will raise A$20-million through a share placement to bring its Dolphin tungsten mine into production. 


MODERN FARMING
The tractors are sophisticated technology machines, and technicians are indispensable to ensure that the machines are kept running
Competition highlights technicians’ central role in agricultural industry
9th December 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Tractor manufacturer Massey Ferguson has completed the second season of its reality show called Master Mechanic, which highlights the central role technicians and mechanics play in the industry to... 


Toyota to evaluate local customers’ response to RAV4 plug-in hybrid in new pilot initiative
9th December 2022 By: Irma Venter

Following the introduction of the RAV4 GX hybrid last year and the RAV4 hybrid E-Four this year, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) says it will test the local market’s response to the RAV4 plug-in... 


Condra acquires iTek Drives
2nd December 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Crane and hoist manufacturer Condra has acquired Optidrive variable-frequency drives distributor (VFDs) iTek Drives for an undisclosed amount. The deal enables Condra to secure the supply of... 


Hydrox Holdings CEO Corrie de Jager (centre) with Prince of Monaco (left) during award ceremony in Monaco.
South African green hydrogen technology wins top global recognition
1st December 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Proudly South African hydrogen technology, which has the potential to slash the cost of green hydrogen, has just won top recognition in Monaco at the principality's inaugural hydrogen forum. The... 


Richard Quest interviewing Dr Mark Bristow.
Nothing like negative interest rate, fear to drive gold price – Bristow
22nd July 2020 By: Martin Creamer

“There’s nothing like a negative real interest rate and a fear to drive the gold price,” says Barrick Gold Corporation CEO Dr Mark Bristow, who also puts money printing firmly on the list of gold... 


Local quality drives Kwatani’s export success
22nd July 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Quality local design and manufacture have catapulted Gauteng-based Kwatani into the global marketplace with its world class vibrating screens. With an established footprint around Africa, Kwatani’s... 


Condra supplies nine telescopic cranes to chemicals company
Condra supplies nine telescopic cranes to chemicals company
17th July 2020 By: Natasha Odendaal

Crane manufacturer and refurbishment specialist Condra is deploying telescopic cranes to help a South African chemicals company with the production of large volumes of alcohol for hand sanitisers.... 


QUALITY ENSURED 
Detroit Compressors provide customers with a five-year warranty on the drive train of a rotary screw compressor and a two-year warranty on the complete unit
Upgrades enhance compressors
10th July 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Tru Compressor Solutions is an authorized distributor of compressor manufacturer Detroit Air Compressors. Detroit has upgraded its DT, DB, and Gen2-DB range of screw compressors to enhance their... 


Manufacturer develops new range of liquid ring pumps
10th July 2020

Vacuum products developer and manufacturer Edwards Vacuum has developed a range of new liquid ring pumps called the ELRi series. Made for use in wet, humid as well as corrosive conditions, this... 


SUPERIOR QUALITY 
The proven quality of Pfeiffer Vacuum products ensures a long service life as well as lower operating costs
Company introduces quiet, dry pumps range
10th July 2020

The HiScroll models from vacuum pump manufacturer Pfeiffer Vacuum’s new range of scroll pumps are oil-free, hermetically sealed vacuum pumps with high nominal pumping speeds of between 6 m³/h and... 


OPTIMUM DRIVE CONFIGURATIONS 
Nord IE5+ synchronous motors can be combined with all Nord gear units and drive electronics as a modular system to enhance LogiDrive systems
Partnership brings new drive systems
10th July 2020

Component and technical services provider BMG and German precision engineers Getriebebau Nord entered a partnership to assemble, distribute and support Nord Drive Systems throughout Southern... 


Gold drives toward highest since 2012 on virus resurgence concern
Gold drives toward highest since 2012 on virus resurgence concern
22nd June 2020 By: Bloomberg

Gold pushed toward the highest level since 2012, lifted by concerns over a second wave of coronavirus infections and growing uncertainty in Hong Kong after China released details of a proposed... 


African car market can grow materially despite Covid-19 setback
19th June 2020 By: Irma Venter

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, new-vehicle sales in sub-Saharan Africa, outside South Africa, can grow from about 100 000 a year to about two-million a year in the next 15 years – and this is a... 


Complete crane drive systems available from SEW-EURODRIVE (Pty) Ltd
Complete crane drive systems available from SEW-EURODRIVE (Pty) Ltd
18th June 2020

SEW-EURODRIVE (Pty) Ltd. supplies complete drive systems for cranes, including project planning and design and aftersales service. No matter the operating conditions, these gear units are designed... 


PLANTATION POTENTIAL Steam Generation receives many enquiries from Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania, which is known for its tea plantations that present potential for the supply of biomass and co-gen technology
Cogen technology heating up in Africa
12th June 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

South Africa needs to realise that the rest of Africa is becoming more business friendly, and it may no longer be the sole gateway to Africa, which is showing noticeable demand for co-generation... 


Sustainable building designs on the rise
12th June 2020 By: Mc'Kyla Nortje

Although it was previously widely thought to be prohibitively expensive to make the upfront capital investments to go green, uncertainty about the availability of power and water resources, as well... 


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