Industrial equipment supplier BMG has presented its range of industrial slurry valves, which has been designed to cope efficiently in harsh conditions. This range includes robust butterfly and knife gate valves, as well as diaphragm and pinch valves. “These industrial slurry valves – which meet... 

There is a strong drive in and among rubber companies to exchange fossil fuels for renewable-energy sources, says steam and boiler service provider Associated Energy Services (AES). AES Gauteng regional manager Jordan Smith and AES operations associate director Ray Lund work closely with rubber... 

Following the recent 2024 State of the Nation Address (Sona) and Budget Speech coal producer Ndalamo Resources believes that there is the potential for growth and resilience among midtier mining companies. “These speeches underscored key points directly affecting our sector. Firstly, the... 

In any industrial operation, achieving the delicate balance between cost efficiency and profitability is paramount. Nowhere is this more evident than in the mining industry, where the relentless drive for profitability, efficiency and maximum yield defines the landscape.  

The remaining finance syndicate approval process is on track for final approvals. 

Vanadium Resources has signed an offtake agreement with a China-based company. 

Construction continues to advance. 

Construction of the Keliber lithium refinery has progressed according to schedule. 

An engineering, procurement and construction contract has been awarded for two paste plants. 

Significant progress has been made. 

Commissioning of the project is proceeding to plan. 

The federal permitting process has started. 

De Grey Mining has launched a fully underwritten equity raising, derisking the equity component of the financing for the project. 

Leo Lithium announced its exit from the project on May 8, 2024. 

The project is on track to receive all the necessary permits for development by midyear. 

SolGold is making significant strides in securing financing for the project. 

All construction has been suspended. 

First gold pour has been delayed. 

Surge Copper plans to build a gold mine based on large-scale conventional drill, blast, load and haul openpit mining methods suited to the project location and local site requirements. 

Amid the challenges of loadshedding, logistical constraints and volatile commodity prices, South Africa’s mining-focused manufacturers and equipment suppliers view ongoing innovation, including embracing digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI), as increasingly central to their survival...