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Consulting Engineers News

WSP’s digital-first approach played key role in building manganese rail infrastructure for South32

By: Darren Parker     12th November 2024 Multidisciplinary professional firm WSP has completed a comprehensive upgrade of diversified miner South32’s manganese rail infrastructure in the Northern Cape. The project was carried out by WPS’s Project Raptor team, which forms part of the company’s Transport and Infrastructure (T&I) division. 

SAICE calls for action to combat intimidation in civil engineering

By: Tasneem Bulbulia     30th October 2024 The challenge of ethical project delivery within the civil engineering community is significantly complicated in the wake of rising issues of intimidation and the potential for violence, including threats to life, industry organisation the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE)... 

Collaboration needed to address challenges

By: Simone Liedtke     18th October 2024 Industrial companies in KwaZulu-Natal are increasingly recognising the importance of water resilience and collaborative efforts to address shared water challenges, especially amid ongoing challenges in the province, owing to ageing water infrastructure and poor maintenance. Many businesses are... 

CRITICAL ROLE
Industries play a critical role in maintaining water quality by adhering to regulatory requirements
CRITICAL ROLE Industries play a critical role in maintaining water quality by adhering to regulatory requirements

Road reconstruction completed ahead of schedule

By: Nadine Ramdass     13th September 2024 Multidisciplinary professional engineering firm Zimile Consulting Engineers completed reconstruction of the N2 highway, between Durban, in KwaZulu-Natal, and Cape Town, in the Western Cape, a month ahead of schedule, following the closure of the route because it had partially collapsed. The... 

An image of the N2 following its repair
PAVING THE WAY Amid various challenges, Zimile completed the repair of a portion of the N2 within two months

Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards celebrates collaboration

By: Sabrina Jardim     15th August 2024 The 2024 Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards, held in Midrand, on August 14, celebrated and honoured the outstanding contributions of South Africa’s consulting engineering sector towards infrastructure development locally and internationally. Celebrating its fifty-second year, this event,... 

Winners of the 2024 Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards
Winners of the 2024 Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards

Strategic partnerships key to advancing infrastructure development – Cesa

By: Sabrina Jardim     8th August 2024 In today's rapidly evolving infrastructure landscape, industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) says strategic partnerships have emerged as a cornerstone for advancing development across various sectors. Cesa argues that collaboration between government entities,... 

Aon South Africa CEO Dr Nolwandle Mgoqi
Aon South Africa CEO Dr Nolwandle Mgoqi

Tender pricing practices must safeguard quality of engineering for projects

By: Schalk Burger     26th July 2024 Industry organisation the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) calls for commitment to equitable tender pricing in the engineering sector to safeguard the quality and integrity of engineering projects across South Africa. Fair compensation that reflects the true value of... 

Saice chairperson Andrew Clothier and CEO Sekadi Phayane-Shakhane
Saice chairperson Andrew Clothier and CEO Sekadi Phayane-Shakhane

Companies face compliance hurdles

By: Nadine Ramdass     5th July 2024 Despite various efforts to align South African standards with international standards to facilitate trade and international collaboration, challenges such as lack of compliance and enforcement, and an inability to keep pace with technological advancements persist, says consultancy firm World Wide... 

 	An auditor conducting an audit to align with standards
INTEGRATING STANDARDS Companies typically integrate industry standards through a combination of internal policies, regular audits and management systems

Multinational celebrates SA female engineers

28th June 2024 During International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), which took place on June 23, with the aim of celebrating the contributions of female engineers, multinational plant equipment manufacturer Bühler Johannesburg celebrated the role of its female engineers. The company highlighted Bühler... 

Partnership collaborates on sustainable, smart infrastructure

28th June 2024 Since the announcement of their partnership in 2022, consulting engineering and infrastructure and advisory firm Zutari and AltX-listed 4Sight have refined a unique service offering by working on some of the largest and most complex mega projects in the Middle East, as well as major projects in... 

The above image depicts a Discovery branch
Photo by Zutari
DATA-BASED APPROACH The partnership combines data analytics with built environment expertise to make specific recommendations on a single project, to ensure the best possible outcomes for the project developer

Consultancy awarded US contract

28th June 2024 Engineering consultancy Worley has been awarded a contract to provide detailed engineering and procurement services for underground infrastructure and surface-based non-process facilities of diversified miner and metals company South32’s zinc/lead/silver Taylor deposit, which is part of the... 

The above image depicts an arial view of the Hermosa Mine
Photo by Worley
LOWERED WATER CONSUMPTION The Hermosa project aims to reduce water use by 75%, while incorporating automation and advanced technologies to further reduce CO2 emissions associated with the mine

Fatalities draw attention to health and safety standards

By: Halima Frost     21st June 2024 Recent tragic events, resulting in the loss of over 40 construction workers' lives across three sites last month, have brought heightened attention to both the wellbeing of construction personnel and the effectiveness of regulatory oversight. The fatal construction-related incidents were recorded... 

A man’s arm holding a hard hat wearing other PPE in the foreground of a construction site
SAFETY FIRST The first thing to be considered even before a project is developed must be the safety and standards held at the construction site

Eastern Cape road projects planned

21st June 2024 The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) announced in March that it expected to inject close to R2-billion into the Dr AB Xuma local municipality, in the Eastern Cape, when it implements its road maintenance projects over the next three years. The roads agency said it will... 

A road in Africa taken from a lower angle with a yellow line painted through it and a Cats Eye reflector in the tar
FORWARD MOMENTUM Sanral is investing heavily in projects that will completely change the roads in the Eastern Cape

Engineer calls for urgent investment in youth

14th June 2024 Youth unemployment is a pressing issue in South Africa, with Statistics South Africa reporting that, in the first quarter of 2024, of the 10.3-million young people aged 15 to 24, a staggering 35.5% were not in education, employment, or training. This highlights the urgency for companies to invest... 

An image of Erudite electrical engineer Dr Mpho Sam Nkambule.
MPHO SAM NKAMBULE Yyouth unemployment in South Africa is a complex issue with several contributing factors. One significant barrier is the financial cost of job-seeking

Sucher to step down as CFO of DRA Global

By: Tasneem Bulbulia     5th April 2024 JSE- and ASX-listed multidisciplinary engineering, project delivery and operations management group DRA Global CFO Michael Sucher has decided to step down from his role to pursue other opportunities. Sucher joined DRA Global in December 2021 and was CFO and served as a member of the executive... 

DPWI aims to resolve skills deficit

By: Lynne Davies     5th April 2024 Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts stated at the third iteration of the Women in Engineering, Infrastructure and Innovation event, held on February 28, 2023, that the department was using its resources to develop the professionals required in the... 

The above image depicts the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure deputy minister Bernice Swarts
Photo by DPWI
BERNICE SWARTS The deputy minister notes that the advancing transformation continues to be a national priority, but that another priority is to attract and retain female engineers

Cesa emphasises Infrastructure Indaba’s significance

5th April 2024 Industry body Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) CEO Chris Campbell emphasised the significance of the Cesa Infrastructure Indaba, which was held in Cape Town on March 19 and 20. “As we navigate the complexities of infrastructure development, it is imperative to prioritise sustainability,... 

The above image depicts Consulting Engineers South Africa CEO Chris Campbell
Photo by Cesa
PLATFORM FOR CHANGE The Infrastructure Indaba serves as a platform to exchange ideas, share best practices, and drive positive change – Cesa CEO Chris Campbell

Greater energy efficiency demand in growing food, bev industry

By: Tracy Hancock     15th March 2024 Demand for drive solutions specialist SEW-EURODRIVE’s energy efficient product offering is currently strong and increasing steadily with end-users in the growing food and beverage industry and the original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that supply them, says SEW-EURODRIVE Cape Town branch... 

Fish on production line
PRODUCING TARGETS SEW-EURODRIVE has assisted with meeting capacity requirements to achieve production targets at a local fish processing facility through the correct gearbox selection and specification

2024 could be ‘turning point’ for infrastructure sector

By: Lumkile Nkomfe      16th February 2024 Amid an evolving political landscape and the imminent challenges of an upcoming national election, Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) underscores the critical need to expedite infrastructure development and for continuity in South Africa, emphasizing the importance of proactive planning and... 

An image of Cesa CEO Chris Campbell
CHRIS CAMPBELL The private sector is an integral part of this country and this is why South Africa needs to break down barriers and build relationships

Built environment digital transformation needs education, training collaboration 

By: Schalk Burger     1st February 2024 The digital and automation transformation taking place in the engineering disciplines means that it is essential for the local industry to invest in education and training to equip the workforce with the skills needed in the digital era, said industry organisation Consulting Engineers South... 

Cesa president David Leukes
CESA president David Leukes speaks about digital and automation technologies in engineering. Video and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson

KZN bulk sewer project well under way to meet deadline

By: Sabrina Jardim     15th December 2023 Engineering, project and construction management firm Zimile Consulting Engineers has been contracted to work on a bulk sewer rising main and pumpstation project, in KwaZulu-Natal. The project aims to minimise the overflow of sewerage to uMzimkhulu river by pumping sewage to the nearby existing... 

An image depicting the pump station under construction.
SCOPE OF WORK The scope of work for the bulk sewer rising main and pumpstation project includes the construction of the gravity bulk sewer, pumpstation and sewer rising main, which includes excavation of pipe trenches, installation of pipe bedding, and laying of the pipes complete with fittings and couplings

CESA elects David Leukes as president

By: Schalk Burger     6th December 2023 Industry association Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) has elected David Leukes as its new president, and Knight Piésold Africa regional manager Vishal Haripersad as VP. Leukes has served as a member of the CESA board for several years and is currently BVi Consulting Engineers MD. He... 

Families of unlawfully convicted engineers plead with Dirco to ramp up bilateral efforts

By: Marleny Arnoldi     27th November 2023 It has been more than nine months since Frik Potgieter and Peter Huxham were arrested on fabricated charges in Equatorial Guinea, with their families urging the South African government to step up efforts to ensure their safe return home in time for Christmas. Spokesperson for the Huxham family,... 

Peter Huxham and his wife, and Frik Potgieter and his daughter
Peter Huxham and his wife, and Frik Potgieter and his daughter

South African construction sector – challenging at present but hope remains

17th November 2023 Amid the slow release of standardised bidding criteria by public sector entities, the South African civil engineering and construction sector is described as being on a “hiatus”, with it being almost impossible for companies to respond to vastly differing bid evaluation criteria, says industry... 

An image depicting Chris Campbell
CHRIS CAMPBELL The 2022 preferential procurement regulations do not provide sufficient guidelines to inform public sector entities on how to shape criteria and avoid legal challenges

Projects driven by regulatory improvements

By: Nadine Ramdass     27th October 2023 Embedded electricity projects are increasing in size and complexity, owing to improvements in regulations. A wider variety of power solutions, capitalising on the benefits offered by independent power producers (IPPs), are available to address client requirements, says IPP Sturdee Energy... 

An image of a solar plant by Sturdee Energy
FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE Sturdee Energy is excited to be in the financial close process of two 10 MW projects that will be starting construction shortly

Equitable access requires multifaceted approach

By: Simone Liedtke     20th October 2023 Access to clean water is a fundamental human necessity, yet it remains a significant challenge in Africa, with more than 300-million Africans lacking access to safe drinking water, while more than 700-million lack proper sanitation, and over 800-million have limited access to basic hygiene... 

Better hydro efficiency through pump, turbine tech

By: Simone Liedtke     20th October 2023 Early attempts to replace conventional metallic-type lantern rings with polymers, such as nylon, yielded discouraging results compared to metallic lantern rings in the water engineering industry, deterring the industry from exploring alternative solutions. However, a recent installation of... 

LANTERN RINGS
The introduction of Vesconite Hilube’s lantern ring applications prolonged lifespan and reduced maintenance efforts
LANTERN RINGS The introduction of Vesconite Hilube’s lantern ring applications prolonged lifespan and reduced maintenance efforts

Hydrogen vision paves way for green technology transformation

By: Simone Liedtke     22nd September 2023 Embracing green technologies, particularly hydrogen, offers a unique opportunity for South Africa to drive its reindustrialisation efforts, says hydrogen fuel cell developer Mitochondria. The company highlights that this opportunity will drive the transition to a sustainable and low-carbon... 

FUEL CELL
South Africa aims to develop its manufacturing capability in fuel cell and electrolyser components
FUEL CELL South Africa aims to develop its manufacturing capability in fuel cell and electrolyser components

Company paves way with green hydrogen plant

By: Simone Liedtke     22nd September 2023 With increasing momentum in clean energy, and initiatives for a sustainable and low-carbon future, project developers are turning their attention to Namibia, a country rich in renewable-energy potential, as an ideal host for green hydrogen initiatives. Among these endeavours, engineering... 

HYDROGEN DEMONSTRATION PLANT
An illustration of the proposed Cleanergy green hydrogen demonstration plant, in Walvis Bay
HYDROGEN DEMONSTRATION PLANT An illustration of the proposed Cleanergy green hydrogen demonstration plant, in Walvis Bay

Sustainability, transformation highlighted as core agendas at Sanral SAICE 2023 awards

By: Darren Parker     8th September 2023 South Africa’s civil engineers must “insist on being invited to the table” and unite to “push the sustainability agenda terms of infrastructure development”, South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) president Steven Kaplan has said. He was speaking at the 2023 South African National... 

Women surge ahead in technical fields, defying traditions

25th August 2023 Women are increasingly finding their way into engineering, scientific and other professional careers in industry, with less prejudice in traditionally male sectors such as mining; but how can organisations retain and advance women in their ranks? Speaking during Women’s Month, three professionals... 

An image of SRK principal geotechnical engineer Linda Spies
LINDA SPIES ven though the professional roles at companies are increasingly filled by women, there are still underlying gender expectations regarding women’s roles outside of the workplace

Judgment in favour of power utility welcomed

25th August 2023 State-owned power utility Eskom in July said it was pleased with the Johannesburg High Court judgment dismissing with costs, the interdict application by green energy supplier G7 Renewable Energies to prevent Eskom from implementing the Interim Grid Capacity Allocation (IGCA) rules. In passing... 

Refurbishment under way at Kriel

By: Halima Frost     25th August 2023 Thermal solutions specialist Industrial Water Cooling (IWC) is working with State-owned power utility Eskom on the refurbishment of two natural draught cooling towers at its Kriel power station, in Mpumalanga. The refurbishment includes the installation of fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP)... 

the cooling towers and stacks with smoke pluming out the top
TOWERING ABOVE THE REST The cooling tower refurbishment at a power station in Mpumalanga is being undertaken by industry specialists Industrial Water Cooling

Opinion: SAIEE – Pioneering industrial transformation in the engineering fraternity

24th August 2023 In this article, South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) fellow and deputy president Pascal Motsoasele writes that the institute is poised to lead the charge in championing industrial transformation within the engineering fraternity. 

SAIEE) fellow and deputy president Pascal Motsoasele
SAIEE fellow and deputy president Pascal Motsoasele

Global giant acquires materials handling supplier

18th August 2023 Mining and construction equipment manufacturer Metso signed an agreement to acquire privately-owned Australian company Brouwer Engineering in July. Brouwer Engineering specialises in automation, control systems, and electrical solutions for bulk materials handling solutions in industrial and... 

A mesh of conveyor belts carrying ore with the sun behind
KEEP 'EM COMING Metso continues to grow its materials handling offerings through acquiring new companies and technologies

Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards to highlight importance of engineering collaboration

By: Schalk Burger     8th August 2023 Industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa’s (Cesa's) Aon Engineering Excellence Awards, which will take place on August 16, aim to highlight the significance of collaboration in fostering a dynamic engineering industry and delivering high-quality infrastructure projects.... 

SAICE bestows Fellow title on concrete stalwart Perrie

By: Marleny Arnoldi     4th August 2023 Industry organisation Cement & Concrete South Africa (CCSA) CEO Bryan Perrie has been named a Fellow of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE). Perrie is also a Fellow of the South African Academy of Engineering and an honorary member of the International Society for Concrete... 

CCSA CEO Bryan Perrie
CCSA CEO Bryan Perrie
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