This week we profile Michelle Jackson, MD: Property & Buildings at WSP in Africa, a multinational engineering and design firm 

Professional services firm WSP in Africa provides mining houses across the continent with access to a full spectrum of “world-class” engineering, environmental sustainability advisory and... 

The Farm 694 bulk civil engineering services project will, once completed, be the longest and largest diameter pipeline project constructed using microtunnelling in South Africa, says WSP in Africa... 

The European Raw Material Alliance has announced its official support for the Dundas project. 

Osisko Mining has reported that it will independently develop the project. 

A Gauteng rehabilitation project that entails a 27 km section of road – from the D483 / P6-1 intersection, close to Bapsfontein, in Ekurhuleni, to the D483/D713 intersection, in Cullinan, in... 

Engineering consultancy WSP has incorporated technologies that compensate for the potential longer time span between maintenance interventions for the rehabilitation of a 27 km section of road in... 

Consulting engineers firm WSP has used not only innovative technology in the upgrading of the National Route 3 (N3) project but also aims to ensure the use of sustainable materials throughout... 

The South African road infrastructure and construction industry can learn from international markets and apply several key lessons on its journey to achieving the goal of net zero, ensuring a... 

The outlook for the local wind energy sector is “exciting and positive” when considering the wind energy projects that have been implemented throughout South Africa in recent years, which... 

With moderate estimates suggesting that South Africa could secure 10% of the global export market share in the green hydrogen economy (GHE), the local industry will undoubtably experience a boom,... 

Amid growing interest in the adoption of hybrid energy solutions and South African mines’ aiming to invest in on-site standalone or microgrid hybrid solutions, engineering services consulting firm... 

The anticipated decline of Mozambique’s Pande & Temane gasfields creates a need for new sources of natural gas for the local industry, says engineering services consulting firm WSP regional... 

Environmental consulting firm Golder, a member of WSP in Africa, says a holistic approach to water management is essential to achieve resource sustainability. 

Although the pandemic has made it difficult for commercial and industrial property stakeholders to plan effectively for the future, this has led to great innovations, new approaches and renewed... 

The launch of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development System (SIDS) programme, as well as the roll-out of the projects already approved within the system, has sparked renewed, albeit cautious,... 

Naspers has announced a R42-million investment in Cape Town-based WhereIsMyTransport. The investment is part of a R201-million funding round led by Naspers Foundry, Cathay AfricInvest Innovation... 

The project has received its final government-level approval of its exploitation and closure plan. 

Osisko Mining has made a significant new high-grade gold discovery north of its Windfall gold project. 

A preliminary economic assessment has provided a robust base case assessment for developing the Windfall gold deposit. 

Bluejay Mining has received a letter of intent for $208-million to fund the capital requirements of its Dundas project. 

The government of Greenland has granted Bluejay Mining an exploitation licence for the Dundas ilmenite project. 

Bluejay Mining has ticked another prerequisite for an exploitation licence for its Dundas project. 

Osisko Gold Royalties has announced the creation of a new North American gold development company to advance the Cariboo project. 

The Dundas project has received strong support from local citizens. 

Owing to the global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, unmet basic needs and the demand for service delivery in South Africa’s underdeveloped communities have become increasingly apparent, which has... 

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... 

As mining operations are extremely water-intensive and -dependent, it is important to have a good understanding of water sources, movement and discharge at the mine, say engineering consultants... 

This week we profile Vishaal Lutchman, CEO of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, a voluntary association with about 15 000 members that provide technical leadership in support and... 

There is a direct link between the stability of an economy and ongoing development, says consulting engineers firm WSP Africa structures regional director Johan Piekaar. Currently, the local... 

The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) on Friday announced that its executive board has appointed Vishaal Lutchman as CEO. Lutchman previously held the position of divisional... 

The development of inland container terminals, or dry ports, to decongest port traffic is a trend that is gaining significant traction in Africa, says WSP Africa maritime technical director... 

Eskom Holdings contracts with five international companies will be scrutinized by South African state investigators as part of a widening probe into graft at the debt-laden State-owned utility. The... 

The Environmental Agency for Mineral Resource Activities of Greenland has confirmed the environmental-impact assessment for the project to comply with guidelines for public consultation purposes. 

The Environmental Agency for Mineral Resource Activities of Greenland has confirmed exploration and development company Bluejay Mining’s environmental impact assessment (EIA) for the Dundas... 

A preliminary economic assessment has outlined a solid base case for significant and profitable gold production at the Cariboo project. 

Championing diversity and inclusion in the mining industry means challenging stereotypes, being uncomfortable and rejecting tick-a-box solutions. Promises made must be kept, programs started must... 

Acid mine drainage (AMD) has become one of South Africa’s largest environmental threats, as AMD has caused considerable damage to the natural environment and communities living near mining areas,... 

Amid the pressures in the built environment, professional services provider WSP is proactively looking for opportunities to diversify and alternative ways of conducting its business to improve... 

As the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) introduces more rating tools, the construction industry’s uptake of green building is “sky rocketing”, says professional services firm WSP... 

A strategic assessment of the Ardmore phosphate rock project has been completed. 

Mine managers are investigating the use of existing wetlands or creating wetlands to passively treat some of their used water, thereby reducing the volume of water that needs to be actively treated...