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Platinum group metals and green hydrogen go together.
Anglo American Platinum providing further backing for green hydrogen’s global advance
25th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

JSE-listed Anglo American Platinum and South Africa-linked AP Ventures are supporting the next vital steps towards the realisation of industrial-scale green hydrogen value chains. Both companies... 


HJS Emission Technology South Africa Officially Launched – Pioneering Emission Control in the Mining Sector with OEM exhaust after-treatment solutions
HJS Emission Technology South Africa Officially Launched – Pioneering Emission Control in the Mining Sector with OEM exhaust after-treatment solutions
25th February 2025

HJS South Africa celebrated its official launch on Friday 21 February 2025 at the Rustenburg Golf Club, marking a significant milestone in emission control technology and exhaust after-treatment... 


Russian President Vladimir Putin
Putin outlines potential aluminium, rare earth deals with the US
25th February 2025 By: Reuters

Russian President Vladimir Putin offered the US the opportunity for joint exploration of the country's rare earth metals deposits, as well as the supply of aluminum to the US domestic market, under... 


copper ore
Ivanhoe announces new copper discovery in DRC, makes new appointments
24th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

TSX- and OTCQX-listed Ivanhoe Mines has announced a new discovery – the Makoko West extension – in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The discovery, which is part of the company’s Western... 


The International Commodity Summit 2025 set to drive M&As in Africa's mining sector
The International Commodity Summit 2025 set to drive M&As in Africa's mining sector
24th February 2025

South Africa’s first trailblazing summit, The International Commodity Summit 2025 (ICS2025) has set its sight on amplifying the need for new mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Africa - particularly... 


Central bank, investor buying continue to drive record gold prices – Heraeus
24th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Technology group Heraeus has described gold’s price performance over the last 18 months as “remarkable”, noting that, as the price nears $3 000/oz, signs of “excess frothiness are becoming... 


HG unveils the all-electric 2-ton dumper at bauma 2025
24th February 2025

More power, more efficiency – delivering up to 12 hours of performance on a single charge HG is honored to showcase the HG E2000 at bauma 2025. This 100% electric 2-ton dumper is designed for... 


HG ready to make its debut at bauma 2025
24th February 2025

A challenger dumper brand accelerating the electric transition with the most energy-efficient drivetrain in the industry. For over 50 years, HG has been at the forefront of dumper innovation. Now,... 


LIUGONG leads the change in sustainable solutions at Bauma 2025
LIUGONG leads the change in sustainable solutions at Bauma 2025
24th February 2025

Premium Chinese construction equipment manufacturer LiuGong aims to demonstrate its leadership in sustainable solutions at Bauma 2025 by challenging industry perceptions around Battery Electric... 


Sustainable Innovation and Automation take center stage at Bauma 2025
Sustainable Innovation and Automation take center stage at Bauma 2025
24th February 2025

CASE Construction Equipment is returning to Bauma, the world’s leading trade fair for construction equipment machinery, as a finalist in both the Digital and the Mechanical Engineering categories... 


Hydreco Hydraulics to display integrated solutions and technological innovation at Bauma 2025
24th February 2025

Hydreco Hydraulics, a leader in motion control solutions, will present its advanced product portfolio at Bauma 2025, held in Munich from April 7 to 13 (Hall A4, Stand 418). Integrated Product... 


Xwatch launches MK2 — the next evolution in construction machine and operator safety
Xwatch launches MK2 — the next evolution in construction machine and operator safety
24th February 2025

Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, is launching the advanced safety and control system MK2 at bauma 2025.  The new system is simpler, more intuitive and easier to adopt compared to its... 


Hexagon at bauma 2025 — Enabling construction professionals to put data to work
Hexagon at bauma 2025 — Enabling construction professionals to put data to work
24th February 2025

Hexagon’s Geosystems division is excited to announce its presence at bauma 2025, the world’s leading construction trade fair.  Hexagon will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of construction... 


Strong and sustainable: ArcelorMittal showcases steel solutions with low CO2-emissions at Bauma
24th February 2025

Whether you need steel for sheet pile walls, excavator shovels, cable cars or more, ArcelorMittal will be represented at Bauma in Munich from April 7 to 13 with all relevant business units. The... 


The Kendal power station
Ramokgopa hints that new IRP includes 10-year delay to coal shutdowns
21st February 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has given the strongest indication yet that the next edition of the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) will include a 10-year delay to the... 


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On-The-Air (21/02/2025)
21st February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about ferrochrome, Amplats rebrand and green hydrogen. 


Sasol's Secunda plant
Research strongly forecasts Secunda plant will wind down from 2030, but Sasol disagrees
21st February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Petrochemicals giant Sasol is set to face significant headwinds at its Sasolburg and Secunda operations in the coming decade, including a R30-billion-a-year carbon tax cost. Researchers, having... 


Prestigious board nominates Hexagon’s Mining leader, Dave Goddard
21st February 2025

Tucson, Arizona, USA (February 20, 2025) – Hexagon, the global leader in precision technologies, is excited to announce that Dave Goddard has been nominated to serve on the SME (Society for Mining,... 


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Booyco Electronics
21st February 2025

South African pioneer of proximity detection systems Booyco Electronics continues to play a pivotal role in the quest for zero harm in the mining sector. Acknowledged as a leader in the field, the... 


Sintech
Sintech
21st February 2025

Since 1984 Sintech has supplied the South African market with clutches, brakes and engineering solutions for a range of applications in mining and mining-related industries. Sintech supplies... 


JOHN SISAY
Despite Namibia’s growing reputation in the global mining sector, much of its land remains underexplored
Mining sector in global spotlight
21st February 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Namibia’s mining industry is gaining global recognition, driven by strong regulations, clear policies and a commitment to economic growth, reports copper mining company Consolidated Copper CEO John... 


Rosond appoints industry veteran to drive innovation, growth
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As experienced mining professional Glen McGavigan settles into his new role as CEO of drilling and exploration specialist Rosond, he is eyeing a new era of growth and innovation, as well as... 


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Uncrewed surface vehicles transform maritime security, defence
21st February 2025 By: Lynne Davies

Uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) are redefining defence and security by enhancing efficiency and reducing risks in maritime operations, says marine automation company Zero USV. By removing the... 


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Sector performance predicated on successful energy adaptation
21st February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

While mining companies in South Africa are increasingly setting ambitious carbon net zero targets, translating these into tangible actions is a long-term challenge, highlights global professional... 


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Sensors ensure precise measurements during tyre recycling process
21st February 2025

The sensors installed at forward-​looking recycling and plant engineering company Pyrum Innovations’ tyre shredding facility in Dillingen, Germany, offer precise pressure and level measurements... 


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Endeavouring to reach 2030 ESG targets
21st February 2025

Closer collaboration within Africa’s mining ecosystem will be required if the sector is to meet its ambitious environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets for 2030, reports blasting... 


Huawei powers South African farm with solar, stored energy
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Global information and communication technology infrastructure and smart devices provider Huawei has installed a LUNA2000 2.0 MWH battery energy storage system (BESS) at Sunspot Farm, in Montagu,... 


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What next?
21st February 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Amid much hand wringing over President Donald Trump’s hostility towards South Africa, some clear-eyed analysis has emerged confirming that Trump’s enmity has not been triggered only by the new... 


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Safeguarding South Africa with strategic defence innovations
21st February 2025

The Armaments Corporation of South Africa SOC Limited (Armscor) is an acquisition agency for the South African Department of Defence (DOD) and other organs of state and entities. Armscor’s mandate... 


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Sishen ultrahigh dense-media separation project, South Africa – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is progressing to plan. 


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Stibnite gold project, US – update
21st February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Mining exploration and development company Perpetua Resources Corp has started detailed engineering and a procurement contract with Idaho Power for powerline materials. 


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Industry revitalisation requires political will
21st February 2025 By: Lynne Davies

While the South African defence industry grew significantly in the late twentieth century, it has been in decline ever since, owing to budget cuts as well as diminished support from the South... 


Hydropower study confirms sustainable, low-cost power supply for Orom-Cross
20th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

London-listed Blencowe Resources has completed an initial hydropower study for its Orom-Cross graphite project, in Uganda. The study confirms the availability of abundant, low-cost and renewable... 


Miner Pilbara sees lithium demand rallying on China mine restart
Miner Pilbara sees lithium demand rallying on China mine restart
20th February 2025 By: Bloomberg

Australia’s largest pure-play lithium producer Pilbara Minerals said it sees demand recovering on the restart of a large mine and refinery in China, even as it reported a net loss in its half-year... 


Aramine announces participation in Bauma 2025 & showcases groundbreaking innovations
20th February 2025

Aramine, a global leader in underground mining equipment, proudly celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, announces its participation in Bauma 2025, the world's leading trade fair for... 


The sensory reaction of BMS
The sensory reaction of BMS
20th February 2025

By: Mark Freeman - Offer Manager, Digital Building for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric Our senses play a vital role in how we perceive, experience and react to the world around us; it forms... 


Faan Bornman, Technology Manager – Processing Equipment, Multotec
Multotec opens test work and showroom facility, available to local and global clients
20th February 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) Multotec is proud to announce that it has opened its consolidated research and development and test work facility, designed to improve process flow to efficiently serve the... 


Fortescue Energy CEO Mark Hutchinson
Fortescue adjusts green energy timelines amid market uncertainty
20th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Australia’s Fortescue remains committed to its green energy vision, but is adjusting project timelines to navigate global market uncertainties, the CEO of its energy division, Mark Hutchinson, said... 


Wyloo, Hastings to form Yangibana rare earths JV
Wyloo, Hastings to form Yangibana rare earths JV
20th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Billionaire Andrew Forrest’s Wyloo has entered into exclusive negotiations with ASX-listed Hastings Technology Metals to establish an unincorporated joint venture (JV) for the Yangibana rare earths... 


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Three global brands unite to provide most advanced cooling solutions
20th February 2025

Industrial Water Cooling (IWC), a leading South African company, and its affiliate AS Cooling Technologies India (ASCTI) have officially joined the NEXT COOLING SA family, a proud member of... 


Glencore Alloys CEO Japie Fullard.
South Africa’s chromite recovery potential broadened by Glencore, Sibanye deal
19th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

South Africa’s chromite recovery potential has been broadened by Wednesday’s joint venture (JV) agreement between Glencore Operations South Africa and Sibanye-Stillwater. “We’ll definitely extend... 


Metso awarded contract to repair, upgrade bucket-wheel stacker reclaimer
19th February 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Materials handling and mining equipment company Metso has been awarded an order to provide repairs and upgrades for a bucket-wheel stacker reclaimer at a customer’s stockyard operations in Africa.... 


Chinese lithium company halts tech exports as trade tensions build
19th February 2025 By: Reuters

A Chinese company has stopped exporting a piece of equipment used to process the electric vehicle battery metal lithium, in the clearest sign yet manufacturers are already implementing export... 


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