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Increased interest in gas-powered generators
17th June 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Since the lifting of the own-generation licence threshold to 100 MW, interest in using gas for embedded power generation has increased significantly, says gas engine and hybrid power plant... 


Transition Metals hoping to find partners for 10 projects at PDAC
13th June 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Multi-commodity project generator Transition Metals is hoping to find business arrangements for ten of its projects at the Prospectors and Developers of Canada (PDAC) conference in Toronto, which... 


AngloGold to earn into Latin Metals’ Argentina projects
7th June 2022 By: Mariaan Webb

Bullion major AngloGold Ashanti has been granted an option to earn up to 80% interest in three gold projects owned by Latin Metals in Salta province, north-western Argentina. The South... 


Local truck, bakkie markets highly competitive
3rd June 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

The local truck and bakkie accessory markets are highly competitive, with consumers “not spoiled for choice of brands”, says KwaZulu-Natal-based stainless steel and mild steel vehicle accessories... 


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Company performs complex breakdown repair on rotor
3rd June 2022

Electro-mechanical services and repairs company Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C) recently performed comprehensive repairs to the rotor of an aging 30 MW generator which had failed during operation at... 


Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan
Gordhan reports yet another sabotage incident at Hendrina power station
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

A day after Eskom confirmed incidents of sabotage at its Tutuka power station, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan alleged that another incident of sabotage had taken place at the Hendrina... 


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Much still to do
20th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

There is no question that Operation Vulindlela has done a good job in identifying the main obstacles to important structural reforms in key growth- and job-creating sectors such as electricity,... 


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Battery installation bolsters solar plant efficacy
13th May 2022 By: Halima Frost

Renewable-energy turnkey provider African Clean Energy Solutions (ACES) Renewables is installing two 540 kWh hybrid lithium-ion batteries at a business park near the Eastgate shopping centre, in... 


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Two installations prove company’s mettle
13th May 2022 By: Halima Frost

Industrial boiler manufacturer Steam Generation has successfully completed two projects in Africa that highlight its ability to improve energy efficiency and management for clients. “We... 


Eskom acting generation MD Rhulani Mathebula
Eskom sets August 2024 target date for return of damaged Medupi 4
12th May 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity utility Eskom has set a target date of August 2024 for the return to service of Medupi Unit 4, the generator of which was “catastrophically” damaged during an explosion on August 8,... 


Morrison promises green future in Qld
26th April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diversified miner Glencore on Tuesday welcomed the promise of federal funding of up to A$35-million to its CTSCo carbon capture use and storage (CCUS) project. Prime Minister Scott Morrison, on... 


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Power provided for Zim gold mine
22nd April 2022

Gensets manufacturer HIMOINSA Southern Africa was selected to provide a build, own, operate, transfer (BOOT) power solution in the form of 12 MW diesel generator spinning reserve power for fold... 


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Zest WEG
22nd April 2022

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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Many hydrogen opportunities in S Africa
15th April 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The export of green hydrogen is an opportunity South Africa should capitalise on, as are a number of other hydrogen opportunities that are available, says hydrogen-focused company Hydrogen Energy... 


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Italian Club chooses Bedfordview specialist to keep lights on
15th April 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

The Italian Club Johannesburg, in Bedfordview, has invested about R1-million in the installation of a fully automated 275 kVA generator from privately-owned generator specialist Elegen to power its... 


SIZE MATTERS
Incorrect sizing is the most common mistake made by companies when buying a generator
Generators still reliable, affordable option
15th April 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Generators will always be an option as long as standby power is needed in South Africa, says generator importer and distributor Smith Power Equipment national product and sales specialist Michele... 


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Many manufacturers still without backup power
15th April 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Many local manufacturers still do not have backup power installed, while others lack adequate power solutions to effectively limit the production losses incurred during power outages or... 


PRIME PRODUCT
Power Technique is focused on supplying QES generators to mining, utilities and construction sectors, which require prime power
QES mobile generators ordered locally
15th April 2022 By: Tracy Hancock

Air, power and flow solutions provider Atlas Copco Power Technique has received orders this year for its QES mobile, plug-and-play generators from local companies, mostly for standby power purposes... 


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Segilola gold project, Nigeria – update
15th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Thor Explorations’ operations at the Segilola gold mine have performed in line with forecasts for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. 


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Many hydrogen opportunities in S Africa
13th April 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The export of green hydrogen is an opportunity South Africa should capitalise on, as are a number of other hydrogen opportunities that are available, says hydrogen-focused company Hydrogen Energy... 


Thor Explorations reaches steady state production at Segilola gold mine
11th April 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

TSX-listed Thor Explorations’ operations at the Segilola gold mine, in Nigeria, performed in line with forecasts for the first quarter of this year and remains on track to meet full-year guidance... 


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Ancuabe graphite project, Mozambique – update
8th April 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Triton Minerals has identified a power solution for its Ancuabe project. 


Triton makes a power plan for Ancuabe
5th April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

ASX-listed Triton Minerals has identified a power solution for its Ancuabe graphite project, in Mozambique, signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with a generator manufacturer Himoinsa... 


Steady progress continues at Tirupati’s Sahamamy graphite expansion
1st April 2022 By: Darren Parker

London- and OTCQX-listed Tirupati Graphite said on March 31 that it was making progress with the expansion of its Sahamamy primary graphite project in Madagascar. “We have maintained progress with... 


Inventus Designs develops high-output water-harvesting device
18th March 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Innovative mechanical design services firm Inventus Designs is developing a new water harvesting product intended to produce water in areas that are affected by water shortages. The project, which... 


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Now’s the time for full energy freedom, says green hydrogen stalwart Andrew Forrest
17th March 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Let’s give energy sovereignty to the world. Renewable energy is everywhere. Every country can produce it. Now is the time to capture it, and have full energy freedom, enthused Fortescue Metals... 


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Tronox hands over LED projects to local community
14th March 2022 By: Darren Parker

Mineral sands miner Tronox South Africa last week handed over four local economic development (LED) projects to local communities surrounding its Fairbreeze project near Richards Bay, in... 


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Minera Don Nicolás, Argentina
11th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

A gold mine in Santa Cruz, Argentina. 


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Karowe underground project, Botswana
11th March 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Lucara Diamond Corp has reported that several activities are planned for the Karowe project in the 2022 financial year. 


Rincon production planned for mid-year
1st March 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

First production of battery quality lithium carbonate product from the Rincon project, in Argentina, would occur in mid-2022. ASX-listed Argosy Minerals on Tuesday reported that some 61% of the... 


Jendamark Automation installs R3.2m rooftop solar system at Gqeberha plant
18th February 2022 By: Irma Venter

Jendamark Automation has installed a R3.2-million rooftop solar plant at its manufacturing facility in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape. The system comprises 481 solar panels capable of generating up... 


Govt slams Origin plans to close Eraring
17th February 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Energy producer and distributor Origin Energy on Thursday flagged the early retirement of its Eraring power station from 2032 to 2025, in New South Wales, saying coal-fired generation was no longer... 


Altus encouraged by mineralisation at Mali-based Lakanfla Central following drilling
15th February 2022 By: Donna Slater

Aim- and TSX-V-listed African mining royalty generator Altus Strategies has found significant gold mineralisation, following 3 500 m of reverse circulation drilling at its Lakanfla Central prospect... 


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South Africa’s just energy transition hinges on integrated policy approach
11th February 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As the world’s largest economies are decarbonising, deregulating, decentralising and digitalising their energy sectors, it is imperative that South Africa, as a trading partner of these countries,... 


Early close for two AGL coal-fired power stations
10th February 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The Australian government has expressed concern about energy generator AGL’s decision to exit coal, with the company announcing on Thursday that it would bring forward the closure of its Bayswater... 


Barrick to earn into Latin Metals’ Argentina projects
8th February 2022 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Bullion major Barrick Gold has entered into an agreement to acquire up to an 85% interest in three exploration properties that Latin Metals owns in Santa Cruz, Argentina, the TSX-V-listed minerals... 


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Whim Creek copper/zinc project, Australia – update
4th February 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Anax has started a definitive feasibility study, which the company is aiming to complete by mid-2022. 


Barloworld Power & Cat® power systems brings you smarter energy solutions for Africa
2nd February 2022

CUSTOM POWER SOLUTIONS TO MEET YOUR NEEDS Discover the gas generator sets we offer. 


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2nd February 2022

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Winding completed at KZN power storage station
28th January 2022

Electro-mechanical services and repairs company Marthinusen & Coutts (M&C) performed a significant rewind in 2020 after being contracted by German original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) Voith Hydro... 


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Zest WEG
28th January 2022

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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Metal prices expected to maintain their strong performance this year
26th January 2022 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Metal prices, which have been on an uptrend since 2020, are expected to continue their strong performance this year and next Fitch Solutions, a unit of Fitch Group, noted during a webinar on... 


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Rio strikes deal to start Oyu Tolgoi underground
25th January 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diversified miner Rio Tinto has announced the restart of underground operations at the Oyu Tolgoi project, in Mongolia, after reaching an agreement with the government of Mongolia. Rio said in a... 


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