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South Africa in talks with energy partners on loan guarantees
25th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

South Africa is in talks with its international climate-finance partners over the provision of guarantees for loans for the construction of energy-related infrastructure. “We are managing, in... 


Neo Energy says paperwork for Henkries South acquisition will be completed by month-end
25th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Uranium developer Neo Energy Metals has said the formal acquisition documentation for its acquisition of the Henkries South uranium project, in the Northern Cape, is progressing as planned and is... 


Anglo American's corporate head office in South Africa
Can Anglo's copper pivot help thwart renewed takeover bid?
25th October 2024 By: Reuters

The speed at which Anglo American shifts to becoming a copper-focused miner may well dictate its ultimate fate - survival as an independent operator, or absorption by a bigger rival such as BHP... 


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Projects in Progress 2024 (Second Edition)
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media’s ‘Projects in Progress 2024’ report provides a comprehensive overview of developments in South Africa’s economy, as reflected through some of the major infrastructure projects under... 


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Local beneficiation is good but it must make business sense
25th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Once again, we are hearing government request more local value-addition to local minerals and metals. In fact, Africa, as a continent, seems to be singing from the same hymn sheet on continental... 


Advancing sustainable automation in Africa
25th October 2024 By: Lynne Davies

Global technology leader in electrical distribution and automation ABB intends to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future in Africa through its technology leadership in... 


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PPE innovations showcased at Electra Mining 2024
25th October 2024

Manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed for women, Sisi Safety Wear, showcased its innovative range of women’s PPE at Electra Mining Africa 2024, spotlighting its female-fitted... 


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Oil-monitoring tech boosts maintenance
25th October 2024 By: Trent Roebeck

South Africa-based digital solutions provider Britehouse Mobility, and its partner Perfect Filtration, is optimising plant efficiency and reliability of mobile mining equipment with the ATAJO... 


A photo of the new SPX328CL which was introduced to SkyJack's portfolio at the Electra Mining
Fruits of newly inked deal on show at exhibition
25th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

Boksburg-based industrial powered access equipment supplier SkyJacks showcased its range of new and existing powered access, materials handling and lifting equipment at this year’s Electra Mining... 


a red  Danfoss-made heat exchanger which was on display at the IWC stand at this years Electra Mining
Cooling experts ink partnership at expo
25th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

A new partnership between industrial cooling specialists Industrial Water Cooling (IWC) and advanced engineering manufacturer Danfoss was forged last month at the Electra Mining Africa exhibition,... 


an NM8N-high-voltage series circuit breaker manufactured by Chint
Circuit breakers, switchgear launched at Electra Mining
25th October 2024 By: Halima Frost

Three new products were introduced to the South African market by global smart energy solutions provider Chint at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, held at the Johannesburg Expo Centre... 


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Beneficiation should be company-driven – industry body
25th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

With South Africa lacking a clear cut comparative advantage in mineral beneficiation – such as specialised expertise, abundant and affordable electricity, or a competitive manufacturing base –... 


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S Africa growing leadership in mining RD&I
25th October 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

While the global mining sector lags other sectors in terms of innovation spend, South Africa’s mining research, development and innovation (RD&I) stands out as a key contributor within the... 


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Green hydrogen key to addressing renewables challenges
25th October 2024

In South Africa, solar and wind are viable and established energy sources, notes digital automation and energy management company Schneider Electric. Unfortunately, it is limited to when the sun is... 


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Company advances towards decarbonisation, energy security targets
25th October 2024

Real estate investment company Fortress Real Estate Investments Limited (Fortress) continues to invest significantly in renewable-energy and green technologies to achieve its ambitious energy... 


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Private renewable-energy projects accelerating energy sector growth
25th October 2024 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The removal of the licensing threshold for embedded generation has boosted the renewable-energy market by allowing private-sector companies to procure energy directly from independent power... 


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Brand showcases products, solutions at exhibitions
25th October 2024

Electronic parts supplier RS Group’s trading brand, RS South Africa, exhibited its mining products and solutions at the Mining and Technical Exhibitions (MTE) for Sibanye-Stillwater on October 24,... 


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Strategic collaborations key to industry prosperity
25th October 2024

Through collaboration between various mining sector stakeholders – including local governments, community stakeholders and strategic collaborators – mining companies are finding ways to keep their... 


Branislav Bibic, Area VP for sub-Saharan Africa at Philip Morris International
Branislav Bibic
25th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Branislav Bibic, Area VP for sub-Saharan Africa at Philip Morris International, a producer of tobacco and nicotine products, including cigarettes and smoke-free products 


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Greater coordination needed to realise green-hydrogen aspirations
25th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Despite enthusiasm for the development of a hydrogen economy from the public and private sectors, there remains a significant lack of coordination to effectively implement projects and bring the... 


Construction begins on Cape Town solar PV plant, battery storage tender released
25th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) has started construction on a R200-million, 7 MW solar PV plant, located in Atlantis, with the first electricity to be delivered by the end of next year. The tender for... 


Chinese vehicle sales accelerating rapidly in South Africa
25th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

If you think you are seeing more Chinese vehicles on the road, you are correct. Chinese vehicle brands accounted for 9% of all passenger and light commercial vehicles (light vehicles) sold in South... 


Off-grid EV charger programme launched in the Eastern Cape
25th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

Zero Carbon Charge (Charge), in partnership with the Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC), and together with the Eastern Cape provincial government, has broken ground on... 


Metair to acquire AutoZone chain
25th October 2024 By: Irma Venter

Metair is set to acquire the entire issued share capital of AutoZone Holdings. The JSE-listed Metair is a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of automotive components and energy storage solutions. 


BME MD Ralf Hennecke
Omnia Holdings offering broader value proposition through BME mining segment
25th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Leading mine blasting solutions provider BME today announced a new alignment with Protea Mining Chemicals, which provides one point of contact for two solutions through the BME brand. In this... 


INDIA GOES FOR GRID: South Africa’s lack of grid investment is well documented, but it is by no means alone in needing to catch up. This month, the Indian government unveiled a plan to revamp its power grid to accommodate a large renewables expansion through 2032. The project, estimated to cost $109-billion, will help integrate 500 GW of renewables by the end of the decade.
INDIA GOES FOR GRID
25th October 2024

South Africa’s lack of grid investment is well documented, but it is by no means alone in needing to catch up. This month, the Indian government unveiled a plan to revamp its power grid to... 


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Age of Electricity
25th October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The recent claim made by the International Energy Agency (IEA) that humanity is “moving at speed into the Age of Electricity” may not seem especially profound given that electricity has been a key... 


CGS provides expert insights on critical minerals
CGS provides expert insights on critical minerals
25th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

While South Africa is well positioned to take advantage of the opportunities afforded by the increasing demand for critical minerals globally, issues such as the need for skills development,... 


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K.Hill battery-grade manganese project, Botswana – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The demonstration plant is now in the commissioning phase. 


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Kasiya rutile/graphite project, Malawi – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Sovereign Metals has completed an infill drilling programme to support ongoing technical studies. 


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Muntanga uranium project, Zambia – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

GoviEx Uranium has completed an extensive metallurgical testwork programme demonstrating the viability of the company’s heap-leach process for the project. 


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Simandou iron-ore project, Guinea – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Simfer mine is on track to deliver first production in 2025. 


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Thaba Joint Venture project, South Africa
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

The Thaba Joint Venture aims to process chrome tailings from historical dumps and run-of-mine chrome ore from the Limberg chrome mine. 


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Greater coordination needed to realise green-hydrogen aspirations
25th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Despite enthusiasm for the development of a hydrogen economy from the public and private sectors, there remains a significant lack of coordination to effectively implement projects and bring the... 


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Mine Waste Solutions extension project, South Africa – update
25th October 2024 By: Sheila Barradas

Phase 1 of the Kareerand tailings storage facility expansion project has been commissioned. 


Afrimat group CEO Andries van Heerden
Afrimat posts 45.4% drop in operating profit after ‘extremely stressful’ first half
24th October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Although mid-tier mining and materials company Afrimat recorded a year-on-year revenue increase of 44.3%, from R2.8-billion to R4.1-billion for the six months ended August 31, its operating profit... 


Wind farm at Anglo's Quellaveco copper mine in Peru.
Anglo advancing copper, iron-ore, crop nutrients investment proposition
24th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Diversified mining company Anglo American said on Thursday that it is making “excellent” portfolio simplification progress to create an investment proposition focused on copper, premium iron-ore... 


Engineering News & Mining Weekly magazine now available on PressReader
Engineering News & Mining Weekly magazine now available on PressReader
24th October 2024

Creamer Media’s Engineering News & Mining Weekly is now available on one of the world’s leading digital newspaper and magazine distribution platforms, PressReader. Readers can download the current... 


Rhodes Nelson, Senior Vice President – Product Management, Multotec
Electra Mining Africa 2024 - spotlight on efficiency, digital transformation, and rising competition
24th October 2024

The mining sector is continually evolving and adapting to new technologies and societal expectations, with several trends shaping the industry's future, particularly in enhancing mineral processing... 


Speakers who participated in the October 23 transport webinar
Experts weigh in on increasingly decentralised freight logistics model
24th October 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

As government and the private sector work to accelerate reforms and improve efficiencies in the logistics sector, experts from a range of spheres have emphasised the importance of targeted... 


Montage secures $825m for new West Africa gold mine
Montage secures $825m for new West Africa gold mine
24th October 2024 By: Mariaan Webb

Vancouver-based Montage Gold has announced a financing package totalling $825-million to fund the construction of its flagship Koné project in Côte d'Ivoire.  The financing involves Wheaton... 


Kal Tire VP Southern Africa John Martin
ESG targets are prioritising the need for mining tyre circularity
24th October 2024 By: Martin Creamer

Stockpiles of mining tyres are beginning to weigh heavily on the environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets of mining companies. Large tyre accumulations visible at some mining operations... 


Eramet buys out Tsingshan from Argentina lithium project
24th October 2024 By: Bloomberg

French miner Eramet will buy back Tsingshan Holding Group’s stake in an Argentinian lithium project, marking a rare retreat for the Chinese conglomerate from an expansion beyond its core nickel... 


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