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Weighing the viability of in-house, outsourced project management
29th October 2021 By: Claire O'Reilly

The concept of project co-sourcing – a hybrid model that uses in-house management and outsourced project managers – is not yet readily practiced in South Africa because of perceived resource and... 


Range for maintenance extended to Zambia
22nd October 2021

Industrial products provider BMG has extended its integrated engineering solutions services in Zambia to include the supply and support of a comprehensive range of personal protection equipment... 


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Company offers diverse conveyor chains
22nd October 2021

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s comprehensive range of power transmission components incorporates chain manufacturer ZMC industrial conveyor chains, which offer dependable service in diverse... 


Company aims to create sustainable packaging
15th October 2021 By: Anna Moross

Food packaging and processing company Tetra Pak aims to ensure sustainable packaging for its products by using ecofriendly material throughout the design and manufacture of the packaging. 


Customised bottling service introduced
15th October 2021

Container supplier Conceptainer’s range of specialist packaging services now includes contract bottling of almost any liquid product. 


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Norsk Hydro CEO says uneven competition on CO2 cost threatens green transition
11th October 2021 By: Reuters

The green transition is under threat unless governments can level the playing field between metal producers who are forced to pay offset costs for their emissions and those who are not, the CEO of... 


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Yet more plans around infrastructure delivery – but is it enough?
7th October 2021

A key element of government’s economic recovery plan is a large infrastructure drive. The country is not alone in this ambition with many states looking to invest in infrastructure as a way to aid... 


Fit-for-purpose design of digital training important to address specific needs
1st October 2021 By: Schalk Burger

There is no single digital education solution that can address all the needs of an industry, and fit-for-purpose designed training solutions are important to facilitate training that effectively... 


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Kwinana produces first nickel sulphate – BHP
1st October 2021 By: Mariaan Webb

The Kwinana plant, south of Perth, has produced its first nickel sulphate crystals, mining major BHP announced on Friday, stating that it was an “Australian first”. The plant would produce 100 000... 


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Programme expands into other provinces
24th September 2021 By: Darren Parker

National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa’s (NCPC-SA’s) Industrial Symbiosis Programme (ISP) is on track to be launched in the Eastern Cape and the Free State before the end of the year, says... 


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Pressure on municipalities key to recycle culture
24th September 2021 By: Darren Parker

The quality of waste management in South Africa is improving, but citizens need to continue putting pressure on municipalities and their respective communities – especially in rural areas – to... 


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Honeymoon uranium restart project, Australia – update
10th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Boss Resources plans to start a seismic reflection programme to increase the inventory at its Honeymoon uranium project. 


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Exacting industrial gearbox requirements met for DRC mine
2nd September 2021

When a greenfields project for a major copper mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo required 55 conveyor drive packages and 25 spare Industrial gear units for its underground in-plant and... 


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Senex signs gas deal with Opal
2nd September 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Gas producer Senex Energy has inked a gas sales agreement with packaging and paper manufacturer Opal. Under the initial four-year agreement starting 1 January 2023, Senex will provide around 8 PJ... 


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Industry faces multiple challenges amid unrest
20th August 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

The recent spate of riots in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng has resulted in a difference in demand in the food and beverage industry, says industrial solutions provider and distributor Bearings... 


Partnership aids in reducing beverage industry footprint
20th August 2021

The beverage industry in South Africa still presents significant opportunities for addressing water, energy and waste efficiencies across the entire value chain, according to industry support... 


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Record high aluminium prices likely to spur destocking
16th August 2021 By: Reuters

Record aluminium prices in the United States and Europe will be sustained by Russia's mining tax for some months, but attempts to push prices even higher are likely to face headwinds from traders... 


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Honeymoon uranium restart project, Australia
13th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

An enhanced feasibility study on the project has resulted in a 22.5% increase in production capacity. 


How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
30th July 2021

In this exploration of eight famous, and not so famous, South African entrepreneurs, economic historian Stefan Schirmer celebrates the dynamism, tenacity and ingenuity of these individuals, while... 


How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
How eight entrepreneurs helped shape the South African economy
30th July 2021

In this exploration of eight famous, and not so famous, South African entrepreneurs, economic historian Stefan Schirmer celebrates the dynamism, tenacity and ingenuity of these individuals, while... 


Multotec drives process efficiency, solutions with in-house test work
22nd July 2021

New mines or expansions rely on accurate test work to know how best to recover the minerals in an ore body; mineral processing specialist Multotec not only provides the processing solutions, but... 


BI meets the demanding requirements of the food and beverage industry
20th July 2021

The food and beverage industry maintains a fine balance of priorities and requirements. Customers need dependable low and no-maintenance (sealed for life), cost-effective food-grade solutions that... 


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Holistic strategy needed to tackle growing marine plastic crisis
16th July 2021 By: Donna Slater

As the marine ecosystem plays an critical role in mitigating climate change, through absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2), cooling the environment and sustaining delicate marine wildlife, it is becoming... 


INTERCHANGE Transport sector has 15 SIDS projects across the country
SIDS fast-tracks infrastructure- boosting projects
16th July 2021

As part of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development System (SIDS) methodology launched last year, the government announced 50 projects, along with 12 special projects, that the methodology has... 


Latest Tetra Pak survey reveals shift in consumer attitudes in the wake of Covid-19
16th July 2021 By: Natasha Odendaal

Tetra Pak’s latest yearly Index has revealed a shift in consumers’ attitudes and their views on the biggest challenges facing the world brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, with food safety and... 


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Enoch Godongwana joins PTM board
9th July 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Dual-listed platinum miner Platinum Group Metals (PTM) has appointed Enoch Godongwana as nonexecutive independent director. Godongwana obtained an Msc degree in Financial Economics from the... 


DURBAN WATER RECYCLING PROJECT
DWR is a success model for PPPs
PPPs can resuscitate infrastructure
2nd July 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Private-public partnerships (PPPs) can help improve South Africa’s water infrastructure and create opportunities for the introduction of technological advancements in the sector, says water... 


PwC warns manufacturing, mining ICS systems facing cyber-threats
1st July 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Advisory multinational PwC has highlighted emerging cyber-threats affecting the mining and manufacturing sectors, particularly among South African and other Africa-based organisations. The... 


Indonesian tin miners target the ocean as reserves dwindle on land
8th June 2021 By: Reuters

From the shores of Indonesia's Bangka island, miners like Hendra head out by boat every day to scores of crudely built wooden pontoons dotted off the coast that are equipped to dredge the seabed... 


COMPLETE SAFETY 
BMG works closely with its customers in all sectors to ensure that each plant is well-prepared to maintain full production
Quality stainless steel components supplied during pandemic
28th May 2021

Engineering solutions specialists BMG provided engineering components and support services to all sectors during the Covid-19 pandemic. “The BMG team is committed to making sure industry continues... 


Understanding, implementation of circularity needed to overcome waste crisis – panel
Understanding, implementation of circularity needed to overcome waste crisis – panel
28th May 2021

A lthough they agreed that the concept of a circular economy was not new in South Africa, a panel of experts participating in a webinar hosted by Creamer Media on May 12, also agreed that more... 


ENERGY EFFICIENCY
The solar installation provides about 70% of the facility’s energy requirement
Sustainable construction ethos prioritised by manufacturer
21st May 2021 By: Darren Parker

Cement additive manufacturing company CHRYSO Southern Africa has installed a solar electricity generating system at its Jet Park manufacturing facility, in Gauteng; this forms part of the company’s... 


The world economy is suddenly running low on everything
17th May 2021 By: Bloomberg

A year ago, as the pandemic ravaged country after country and economies shuddered, consumers were the ones panic-buying. Today, on the rebound, it’s companies furiously stocking up. Mattress... 


Growing calls for circular economy to be placed at heart of economic recovery
Growing calls for circular economy to be placed at heart of economic recovery
30th April 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

As the world moves from a state of crisis to gradual recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, there is a unique, but narrow, window of opportunity to transform the global economy and accelerate the... 


Rio trials new technology at Alma smelter
21st April 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Major Rio Tinto’s Alma smelter, in Quebec, has been tapped for the first installation and demonstration of an inert anode technology developed by the ELYSIS joint venture (JV), at a commercial... 


Aluminium industry aims to reduce  emissions by 80% by 2050
Aluminium industry aims to reduce emissions by 80% by 2050
9th April 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Global industry organisation the International Aluminium Institute (IAI) has published three main pathways that the industry can take to reduce its emissions by 80% by 2050 and meet internationally... 


Convenient label solutions for pharmaceutical goods
9th April 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

With the dangers and high sensitivity associated with the handling of medical and pharmaceutical products, the accuracy of storage, maintenance and distribution processes are of utmost importance,... 


Almar ISOTainers – the ultimate bulk liquid storage solution
Almar ISOTainers – the ultimate bulk liquid storage solution
9th April 2021

Almar have a wide range of ISO Tanks available in South Africa including food grade and chemical grade tanks which are internationally approved to meet global safety standards and are inspected... 


Govt launches A$1.3bn MMI fund
7th April 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The hydrogen technology, specialised batteries are expected to benefit from the government’s A$1.3-billion Modern Manufacturing Initiative (MMI). The MMI will help manufacturers to scale-up... 


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AECI sets 2025 sustainability targets
26th March 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Chemicals group AECI has set itself six group-specific sustainability targets for 2025, as shared in the company’s first-ever sustainability report published on March 26. The sustainability... 


MAKING ENDS SWEET 
This creation of new revenue streams will help sustain the local sugar industry and can potentially increase employment
Master plan to help industry diversify
26th March 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

The implementation of South African Sugarcane Value Chain Master Plan can help the sugar industry diversify its revenue streams and build support for local sugar production, according to local... 


Industry master plan supported
26th March 2021

Non-profit trade organisation FairPlay Movement enthusiastically supports the South African Sugar Master Plan as a mechanism to stabilise and rebuild the industry after devastating and predatory... 


TREE PLANTING By growing more trees, quality of life can improve and make the world sustainable
Paper, wood products vital to lower carbon footprint
26th March 2021

Developed centuries ago, paper has a fascinating history as it has been through the mill – literally and figuratively – in terms of what it is made from, says paper and pulp industry association... 


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