Global copper company First Quantum Minerals has outlined the value of its Quantum Electra-Haul, a newly patented electric trolley-assist system, which the company says will demonstrate Zambia’s... 

The sale of Chinese and Indian brands in Motus’ South African retail business increased by more than 200% in the 2026 financial year compared with the year before, says CEO Ockert Janse van... 

ACTOM is a leading African manufacturer, solution provider, repairer, maintainer and distributor of electro-mechanical equipment, offering an integrated combination of manufacturing, services,... 

As mining companies across Africa seek to improve productivity, energy efficiency and environmental performance, the integration of electrification, automation and digitalisation technologies is... 

At Electra Mining Africa this September, SEW-EURODRIVE presented far more than products and equipment. Jonathan McKey, National Sales and Marketing Manager, explains how the company has evolved... 

WEG is a global manufacturer of energy-efficient electric motors, automation technologies, power transmission and distribution equipment, renewable energy solutions, and industrial coatings.... 

Cable manufacturer igus South Africa has expanded its readycable hybrid range to include harnessed hybrid cables for Siemens SINAMICS S210 drives with OCC interfaces and SEW-EURODRIVE motors with... 

The $5.8-billion green hydrogen-ammonia project in South Africa’s Nelson Mandela Bay has been a hard slog but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Mining Weekly can report the venture, for... 

Mining machines such as rock crushers, pumps, and conveyors require powerful motors. But producing high starting and peak torque is not enough for ongoing performance. Heavy-duty industrial motors... 

South Africa’s commercial and industrial sectors are facing a more complex infrastructure landscape, where energy security, rising costs, electricity market reform, decarbonisation and water... 

Canadian circular rare earths company Cyclic Materials has completed a $75-million strategic financing round, which reflects expanded commitments from existing investors and brings the company's... 

Early warning of developing equipment faults is enabling food and beverage manufacturers to schedule maintenance before production is disrupted, reducing emergency repairs and unplanned downtime.... 

Undetected water seepage on mining operations can lead to complications such as a sump filling faster than expected, a muddy haul road, a pump operating beyond its intended duty, and maintenance... 

“Water rarely announces a shutdown,” says Tsurumi Pumps Africa’s S Kotze, adding that, consequently, maintenance teams are often responding under pressure, with access narrowing and water levels... 

At Electra Mining Africa (EMA) 2026, electric motors and drive systems supplier Innomotics returns under the theme “Reliable motion for sustainable mining”, with plans to demonstrate how integrated... 

Industrial electrical technologies manufacturer WEG Africa plans to showcase its top solutions, services and expertise built for the mining sector at this year’s Electra Mining Africa (EMA)... 

Industrial solutions provider BMG will participate in Electra Mining Africa 2026, once again presenting its extensive engineering solutions and technical services that have been refined over more... 

South Africa’s Exxaro Resources is reviewing what the mine of the future could look like amid a modernisation drive, Exxaro CEO Ben Magara pointed out in response to Mining Weekly during a media... 

Compressed air solutions provider Integrated Air Solutions (IAS) will be exhibiting Tier 1 compressor brands, advanced technologies and customerfocused services at Electra Mining Africa (EMA) 2026,...