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Speakers outline green hydrogen challenges, infrastructure hurdles
12th April 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s green hydrogen economy faces complexities and challenges, both upstream and downstream, and this requires technological disruption and commitment beyond the current value chain. This... 


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Gas industry undergoes shift amid depleting supply
22nd March 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

The South African gas industry is experiencing pressure as gas supply from energy company Sasol’s Pande and Temane gas fields, in Mozambique, is expected to decline from 2026, while liquified... 


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Nickel Shäw nickel/copper/cobalt/platinum group metals project, Canada
27th October 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

A prefeasibility study on the project has proven positive. 


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Aveng swings to a loss in ‘transitional’ year
22nd August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Construction and engineering group Aveng has described the financial year ended June 30 as one of transition, characterised by a normalisation of operating activities as the group emerged from the... 


Aveng to swing to full-year loss
21st July 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

JSE-listed Aveng expects to report a loss a share and a headline loss a share for the financial year ended June 30, compared with earnings a share of 106c and headline earnings a share of 252c... 


Labour shortages nips at Lynas in Kalgoorlie
20th June 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Rare earths miner Lynas has highlighted labour shortages as a potential challenge to the development of its Kalgoorlie rare earths processing facility. The company this week noted that... 


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Much to gain in Zambia with policy rethink
19th May 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Zambia, although well positioned to benefit from the increased demand for minerals that support the green economy, needs to improve its regulatory framework and ease of doing business, among other... 


LNG has multiple benefits as a transition fuel – CEO
14th April 2023 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

Liquified natural gas (LNG) used in a generator enables individuals and enterprises to not only save costs but also reduce their carbon-emission contributions. Helium and natural gas producer... 


International partnerships critical to critical minerals - King
13th April 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King has highlighted the importance of international partnerships, specifically those with Japan and the US, in developing Australia’s critical minerals... 


Africa House, SAOGA to lead delegation to showcase opportunities in Tanzania
6th February 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Research and consulting company Africa House and industry body South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) are preparing to lead a delegation to Tanzania in March to help South African firms establish... 


Woodside answers Europe's energy call
28th November 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Woodside has expanded its liquified natural gas (LNG) trade to include Europe, with the ASX-listed company delivering gas from the North West Shelf to Uniper Global Commodities SE... 


Why are you still with Eskom?
15th November 2022

Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) is a viable alternative with a strong history in power generation - just ask 42 countries!  There is no reason to persevere with load shedding while the industry “waits”... 


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Luminaires best fit for refineries
9th September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

Leading manufacturer of luminaires Beka Schréder deems their luminaires as the best fit for zoned environments, such as oil refineries. “All products produced by Beka Schréder are locally... 


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Virginia gas project Phase 1 reaches completion
2nd September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

Helium and domestic natural gas producer Renergen completed the development of Phase 1 of its Virginia Gas Project in July and has started with commercial operation. The project comprises the... 


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ssLNG plants available locally
2nd September 2022

Designers and suppliers of liquified natural gas (LNG) equipment PolaireTech’s modularised small-scale plants for the liquefaction of natural gas to produce LNG are now available in South Africa.... 


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Gas a viable decarbonisation source
2nd September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

Decarbonisation can be implemented by the introduction of gas as a replacement of fossil fuels such as coal and diesel, says strategic research and advisory company Birguid senior associate... 


Woodside production and sale surge after BHP merger
21st July 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Energy major Woodside has reported a 60% increase in production during the June quarter, and a 51% increase in sales volumes following the integration of the BHP petroleum assets into the company.... 


China's LNG imports to decline - Woodmac
19th July 2022

China’s liquified natural gas (LNG) imports are set to fall over 14% year-on-year to 69-million tonnes in 2022, advisory firm Wood Mackenzie (Woodmac) reported on Tuesday, noting that this was the... 


The Reliability of LNG Supply in South Africa
13th July 2022

There are two key considerations when moving away from coal-powered energy. Firstly, what is the safety track record of the alternatives, and secondly can these alternatives reduce supply risk?... 


Can LNG be a supporting part of SA’s future energy mix?
30th May 2022

There is an intense discussion taking place around a future-proof energy strategy for South Africa. Other energy sources need to be explored and further researched to better understand how... 


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Two installations prove company’s mettle
13th May 2022 By: Halima Frost

Industrial boiler manufacturer Steam Generation has successfully completed two projects in Africa that highlight its ability to improve energy efficiency and management for clients. “We... 


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Gas industry gearing up for growth
29th April 2022 By: Anna Moross

Decisions and announcements made last year by a number of state owned entities have inched South Africa closer to the implementation of a successful gas-to-power programme, says engineering... 


Morrison promises green future in Qld
26th April 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diversified miner Glencore on Tuesday welcomed the promise of federal funding of up to A$35-million to its CTSCo carbon capture use and storage (CCUS) project. Prime Minister Scott Morrison, on... 


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Transnet prepares to invite bids for Richards Bay LNG terminal
21st April 2022 By: Terence Creamer

The State-owned Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) reports that a request for proposals (RFP) will be issued in the coming months for the development of a liquified natural gas (LNG) terminal... 


Addressing the energy trilemma in mining operations with natural gas and renewable power
Addressing the energy trilemma in mining operations with natural gas and renewable power
21st April 2022

The world today is faced with the energy trilemma of achieving the right balance between reliability, sustainability and affordability for electricity generation, delivery and consumption.  


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Anglo positioning itself as favoured iron-ore supplier to green steelmakers
14th April 2022 By: Martin Creamer

Diversified mining company Anglo American is taking steps to position itself as a favoured iron-ore supplier to green steel producers. 


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Power provider grows West Africa market share
8th April 2022 By: Halima Frost

Power plant designer and manufacturer USP&E Global says the West Africa region currently contributes about 20% to 30% of its yearly revenue. “This figure should continue to grow, owing to an... 


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Gas to play critical role in South Africa’s energy transition
25th March 2022

Given growing decarbonisation expectations and the decline in renewable power generation costs, multinational industrial company General Electric (GE) sees gas playing a critical role in South... 


Santos starts FEED at new CCS project
9th March 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Santos on Wednesday announced that it had entered the front-end engineering and design (FEED) phase for the proposed Bayu-Undan carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, in... 


Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe
Mantashe says Eskom to seek permission for coal-to-gas switch at some old stations
25th February 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe says he expects Eskom to make an application soon for a Section 34 determination to facilitate gas-to-power generation at some of the coal power... 


Shell to invest further in Qld gas
9th February 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas giant Shell’s QBC business, along with its joint venture partners CNOOC and Tokyo Gas, have announced plans to develop the next phase of onshore natural gas in Queensland, to supply... 


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Policies drive gas interest
4th February 2022 By: Halima Frost

The regulatory environment for environmental policies and decreasing emissions is a key driver when a boiler owner decides to convert to using natural gas as a fuel source, says natural gas... 


Exchanger Industries Limited acquires HRS Heat Exchangers
26th November 2021

Canadian market leader and globally recognised industrial and clean power generation sector designer and manufacturer Exchanger Industries Limited (EIL), has acquired manufacturer HRS Heat... 


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Hope floats for Mozambique LNG projects
5th November 2021 By: Darren Parker

Despite the complete suspension of the multibillion-dollar liquified natural gas (LNG) projects, in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province, earlier this year, hopeful indications of a 2022 restart are... 


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Matola LNG import terminal on track for 2024 gas supply
22nd October 2021

The front-end engineering design (FEED) for the Beluluane Gas Company (BGC) liquified natural gas (LNG) import terminal project – being developed by Southern African energy group Gigajoule, French... 


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Santos posts record revenues
21st October 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Santos has reported record sales revenue and free cash flows for the three months to September. Production during the three months under review was down 3% on the previous... 


Bayu-Undan beats expectations - Santos
28th July 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Oil and gas major Santos on Wednesday reported that production from the Phase 3C infill drilling programme at the Bayu-Undan field had begun with the first well producing better than expected. The... 


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The broad structure demanded is in place and export councils are now working to boost the local stainless steel sector
Master plan set to boost local market
2nd July 2021

Speaking on the steel master plan, which is a blueprint for the industry to re-energise itself and expand production, the Southern Africa Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) states... 


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Government will need to take decisive steps to stimulate further investment.
Socioeconomic challenges threaten progressive laws
4th June 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Mozambique’s Mining Law and Petroleum Law are progressive and designed to attract investment to the country, but the impact of the declining economy since 2016, the Covid-19 pandemic and an... 


Aus resource exports strong despite Covid
Aus resource exports strong despite Covid
29th March 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Despite the restrictions brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, Australian resource exports are expected to reach a record A$296-billion in 2020/21, and will remain strong over the next five years,... 


Energy security reliant on PKGT - AEMO
29th March 2021 By: Esmarie Iannucci

A new report by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has highlighted the risk to domestic gas supply by 2023 if operations at the Port of Kembla gas terminal (PKGT) are delayed. In its... 


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Sasol upscales renewables roll-out ambition to 900 MW, starts plotting big green-hydrogen role
5th March 2021 By: Terence Creamer

JSE-listed Sasol announced on Monday that it would pursue a 900 MW renewable-energy roll-out at its Secunda and Sasolburg complexes by 2030, raising its initial deployment target of 600 MW by 50%.... 


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Sasol upscales renewables roll-out ambition to 900 MW, starts plotting big green-hydrogen role
22nd February 2021 By: Terence Creamer

JSE-listed Sasol announced on Monday that it would pursue a 900 MW renewable-energy roll-out at its Secunda and Sasolburg complexes by 2030, raising its initial deployment target of 600 MW by 50%.... 


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