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From crisis to renewal: How private investment can turn South Africa’s freight challenges around
From crisis to renewal: How private investment can turn South Africa’s freight challenges around
4th February 2025

By: Mark Evans, Oliver Wyman partner in Energy and Natural Resources Transnet’s Network Statement signals a crucial turning point for South Africa’s rail transportation sector, boldly inviting the... 


From left De Beers sustainability head Tefo Molosiwa, Anglo Group projects director Alison Atkinson, Sasol executive VP Sarushen Pillay, and Sasol corporate affairs manager Christopher Kabosha.
Promising renewable diesel pilot production plan announced by powerful partnership
4th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

The launch of a pilot initiative to produce feedstock for renewable diesel in South Africa was announced on day two of the Investing in African Mining Indaba taking place in Cape Town. The launch,... 


Himoinsa Southern Africa MD Martin Foster talks to Mining Weekly at the Investing in African Mining Indaba
Himoinsa Southern Africa has the flexibility to deliver bespoke solutions
4th February 2025

Part of the Yanmar Group, Himoinsa is a global corporation that designs, manufactures and distributes power generation equipment worldwide. Himoinsa Southern Africa, one of 14 Himoinsa subsidiaries... 


Schauenburg International Product Manager Stephan van Wyk talks to Mining Weekly at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025.
Schauenburg Systems transforming mining operations with technology
4th February 2025

Leading original-equipment manufacturer Schauenburg Systems excels not only in system integration but also in delivering comprehensive turnkey solutions designed for the demanding conditions of... 


Goldrush, Nevada
Barminco secures Goldrush underground mining contract in the US
4th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Australian mining services provider Perenti’s underground mining business, Barminco, has secured its first underground mining contract in the US, winning a deal with Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) for the... 


Rio Tinto faces new iron-ore shipping snarls due to cyclones
Rio Tinto faces new iron-ore shipping snarls due to cyclones
4th February 2025 By: Reuters

Rio Tinto said on Tuesday it had begun clearing iron ore ships from two Western Australian ports as two tropical cyclones offshore swell seas and complicate its efforts to repair infrastructure... 


Dealer partnership improves MacLean’s site support capabilities
Dealer partnership improves MacLean’s site support capabilities
3rd February 2025

Canada-based mining vehicle manufacturer MacLean Engineering has deep roots in the African mining industry. The company has been designing, manufacturing and supporting underground mining vehicles... 


Copper demand, prices likely to boom, despite uncertain macroeconomics
Copper demand, prices likely to boom, despite uncertain macroeconomics
3rd February 2025 By: Irma Venter

When looking ahead to 2050, the global economy is probably going to need about 80% to 90% more copper than what is being produced today – which adds up to between 50-million and 60-million tons a... 


Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says tariffs will impede US industry's access to an affordable supply of nickel, potash, uranium, steel and aluminium.
Trump tariffs on Canadian exports spark mining industry backlash
3rd February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has condemned the decision by US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on all Canadian products bound for the US, warning of severe economic and security... 


Safety is at the core of Murray & Roberts Cementation’s extensive range of training interventions in shaft sinking and trackless mining
Underground opportunities emerge as open pits mature
3rd February 2025

With many open pit mines in Southern Africa reaching maturity, the scope for underground mining promises to create new opportunities for shaft sinking and underground mining specialists. As a... 


BMG at Mining Indaba 2025
BMG at Mining Indaba 2025
3rd February 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) BMG is participating at the Mining Indaba 2025, which takes place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 3 to 6 February. “In line with the theme of this... 


Manganese ore
Giyani near full operation of demo manganese processing plant
31st January 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-V-listed Giyani Metals has started with advanced commissioning at its demonstration plant in Johannesburg. The plant will help the company produce the first battery-grade manganese from ore... 


MC Mining records 26% decline in coal production for the Dec quarter
31st January 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-, ASX- and Aim-listed MC Mining has reported a 26% year-on-year decrease in run-of-mine (RoM) coal production from the Uitkomst steelmaking and thermal coal mine, in KwaZulu-Natal, to 95 489 t... 


From left to right: PHC manager Midvaal sub-district Dorothy Manoto; Sedibeng District Health Services acting director Desebo Pepenene; Midvaal local municipality executive mayor Peter Teixeira; Gauteng MEC for Health Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko; site manager South32 Metalloys Smelter Nico Smith; Gauteng Department of Health HOD Lesiba Malotana; ward 10 Cllr Tumelo Mokhomo and head of stakeholder relation South32 Africa Dr Oupa Nkagisang
South32 provides new community healthcare clinic in Meyerton, Gauteng
31st January 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Globally diversified mining and metals company South32 on January 30 celebrated the official opening of the Sicelo Clinic in Meyerton, Gauteng. The company says the R4.1-million healthcare facility... 


A Ray of Yellow in a Black Sky-  PYRUM & VEGA partner for Sustainable Tyre Recycling
A Ray of Yellow in a Black Sky- PYRUM & VEGA partner for Sustainable Tyre Recycling
31st January 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) PYRUM Innovations is based in Saarland, Germany and has set the tyre recycling process ablaze with its innovative approach to repurposing old tyres into valuable raw materials... 


Managing Increased Volatility to Build Resilience and Capture Growth in Mining
Managing Increased Volatility to Build Resilience and Capture Growth in Mining
31st January 2025

By: Paul Pryor - Aon Global Mining Practice Leader Mining companies face a precarious balancing act. The industry has a vital role to play on the path to decarbonization by providing the critical... 


Dr Hanson Liu, XCMG Vice President
XCMG: Pioneering Innovation in the Global Mining and Construction Machinery Industry.
31st January 2025

Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (XCMG) stands as a testament to China's industrial prowess, evolving from its modest beginnings in 1943 to become the world's third-largest... 


From left : PC Kruger, Business Line Manager Crushing at Sandvik Rock Processing, Jaco Benade, Distributor Manager at Sandvik Rock Processing and Stephen Smith, Managing Director of S&R Enterprises in front of the first Sandvik unit sold by the newly appointed distributor
Sandvik Rock Processing signs distributorship agreement with S&R Enterprises
31st January 2025

Sandvik Rock Processing customers in the Southern African aggregate and construction industry can look forward to a new era following the appointment of a dedicated distributor, S&R Enterprises, to... 


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MetaleN
31st January 2025

Local manufacturer Metalen produces heat exchanger tubes in various alloy inner tubes with copper or aluminium fins in lengths of up to 15 m. An ISO9001 certification ensures controlled processes... 


An image of scale build-up in a boiler
Water treatment prevents boiler damage
31st January 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Many companies often forgo water treatment as part of maintaining boilers to reduce operating costs and meet production demands, but failing to do so contributes to boiler failures, resulting in... 


Atlas Copco pump on site
Rapid-response dewatering service extended into rest of Southern Africa
31st January 2025 By: Tracy Hancock

Dewatering pump and dredging specialist IPR (Integrated Pump Rental) has extended its rapid-response dewatering services into the rest of Southern Africa to take advantage of new opportunities... 


Reliability, ease of maintenance key for critical mill pumps
31st January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Considerations of reliability, high levels of support and ease of maintenance are key when selecting mill pumps for mining operations, says Weir’s WARMAN pump products GM Marnus Koorts. The... 


ENHANCED POWER DELIVERY
Modular systems enhance power delivery efficiency and reliability, especially in remote areas
Modular solutions for African energy challenges
31st January 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Electrical equipment supplier Trafo Power Solutions is advancing its African operations by formalising agreements for in-country support, an initiative that aligns with its strategy to ensure... 


MANOLI YANNAGHAS
Continuous monitoring prevents regressions, ensuring sustainable operational practices
Energy monitoring, management key to operational efficiency
31st January 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

As mining companies across Africa face growing challenges in energy management and sustainability, UK-based power management and analytics firm VoltVision is aiming to transform how energy is... 


A general image of a shipping vessel and a harbour port
PPPs integral to reducing port inefficiencies
31st January 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Public–private partnerships (PPPs) are vital to reduce inefficiencies at South Africa’s port terminals and drive down operating costs so that businesses and consumers can benefit, highlights law... 


A generic image of lifting and rigging equipment
Firm highlights solutions for offshore projects
31st January 2025

Offshore projects are a key segment for engineering products and services provider BMG’s dedicated Tools & Equipment: Lifting and Rigging division, demanding specialist solutions for safe and... 


The above image depicts the inner mechanisim of a Minetuff submersible pump
Manufacturer launches new electric submersible solutions
31st January 2025

Representing its first electric submersible pump product, pumping systems manufacturer Franklin Electric, through its Pioneer Pump brand, launched its Minetuff series range of pumps at the Water... 


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Updated boilers yield significant improvements
31st January 2025

The replacement of 78-year-old boilers at a Western Cape food processing plant by boiler operations and maintenance service provider Associated Energy Services (AES), has proven to be a valuable... 


The above image depicts a line up of Goodwin's submersible slurry pumps
Manufacturer expands slurry pump range for extreme applications
31st January 2025 By: Lynne Davies

Focusing on high-density slurry applications that require superior abrasion- and corrosion-resistant materials, original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Goodwin Submersible Pumps Africa has expanded... 


WearCheck showcases condition monitoring at Mining Indaba 2025
31st January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Specialist condition monitoring company WearCheck is showcasing some of its condition monitoring techniques, including scientific oil analysis, transformer oil analysis, reliability services and... 


Vodacom-Orange JV to expand coverage in underserved rural DRC
31st January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications giant Vodacom and Orange have teamed up to form a first-of-its-kind rural towerco (tower company?) partnership aimed at expanding network coverage to underserved areas in the... 


PPC, Sinoma sign MoA for R3bn low-carbon replacement plant
31st January 2025 By: Irma Venter

Cement group PPC has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with cement equipment and engineering company Sinoma Overseas Development Company for the construction of a new R3-billion low-carbon... 


Image of rail wagons at the Sasa mine, in Macedonia
Sasa mine, Macedonia
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A lead mine in north-eastern North Macedonia. 


Andrew Mentis
75 years strong – a legacy of excellence
31st January 2025

What started in a small backyard garage in 1948 has grown into a global leader in innovation and industry. Founded by Andrew Mentis, what is now simply known as Mentis, has spent 75 years pushing... 


When every second counts
When every second counts
31st January 2025 By: Yolande Botes

Pretoria Protein’s steam crisis put its operations at risk, highlighting why reliable suppliers are essential. Here’s how Energy Partners (EP) delivered a full solution in just 48 hours. 


Astore logo
Four decades of excellence in pipes, tubes and hoses
31st January 2025

As pipe, tubes and hose manufacturer and supplier Astore Keymak celebrates its 40th anniversary in October 2025, the company reflects on a legacy of innovation, quality and service that has made it... 


Image of Sasa mine rail wagons
Sasa mine, Macedonia
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A lead mine in north-eastern North Macedonia. 


Image of drill rig at the Bengwenyama project
Bengwenyama platinum group metals project, South
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A prefeasibility study has confirmed the project as a globally significant Tier 1 platinum group metals project that presents a commercially viable development opportunity. 


Image of malachite from the Haib project
Haib copper project, Namibia – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Koryx Copper has confirmed that a large-scale technical programme is to be completed at its Haib copper project this year. 


Location map of the Longonjo project
Longonjo neodymium/praseodymium project, Angola – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Pan-African bank Absa Bank has conditionally approved a credit term sheet for its participation in a syndicated loan facility that will provide senior funding for the Phase 1 development of the... 


Image of haul truck at McIlvenna Bay
McIlvenna Bay underground copper/zinc project, Canada – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The Canadian government has committed up to C$41-million in funding for the project. 


Image of iron-ore stockpile
Simandou iron-ore project, Guinea – update
31st January 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Chinalco-led consortium Winning Consortium Simandou has awarded a contract for Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives and services. 


During the facility tour, graduates had the opportunity to interact with staff and see various operations in action
Weir invests in future through process and applications academy
30th January 2025

Testament to Weir’s dedication to shaping the future of mining through knowledge, the company has invested in its new Process and Applications Academy, a training programme designed to give... 


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Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD
Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD

For over 30 years, Werner South Africa Pumps & Equipment (PTY) LTD has been designing, manufacturing, supplying and maintaining specialist...

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Condra Cranes
Condra Cranes

ISO-certified Condra manufactures overhead cranes, portal cranes, cantilever cranes and crane components: hoists, drives, end-carriages, brakes and...

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Essentra Components
Essentra Components

We are responsible manufacturers of essential components. Manufacturing 80 million parts a week, we have over 1 billion parts in stock.

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The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy

The SAIMM started as a learned society in 1894 after the invention of the cyanide process that saved the South African gold mining industry of the...

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