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Astron Energy supports the critical mining sector through innovative solutions

By: Creamer Media Reporter 17th May 2024 As a leading energy company and key player in the South African mining industry, Astron Energy is at the forefront of the latest innovations and technology being deployed in the mining sector. Astron Energy’s theme for 2024, Unlocking New Ways, is a testament to how the company sees itself able... →

Wilmar edible oils refinery in Richards Bay IDZ celebrates Phase 1 operationalisation

16th May 2024 Wilmar is a Singaporean-listed multinational company that has operationalised R1.27-billion Phase 1 of its edible oils refining plant (Wilmar Processing SA) located in the Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) Special Economic Zone. The company selected the location because Richards... →

Pindulo Logistics introduces a new GM in strategic move toward excellence

16th May 2024 Logistics company Pindulo Logistics, an industry leader in providing innovative logistics solutions across sub-Saharan Africa, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Armand Eksteen as the company’s new GM. With a rich background in logistics management and strategic operations, Eksteen joins... →

Armand Eksteen

Amazon’s launch in SA reinforces country’s position as investor-friendly destination

16th May 2024 The recent launch of Amazon.co.za in South Africa goes far beyond providing customers in the country with a new online experience. While retail and e-commerce disruptions are inevitable, Amazon’s presence in South Africa highlights one key factor: South Africa remains a competitive and attractive... →

The Silent Threat in the Workplace: Is your business safe from electrical hazards?

16th May 2024 Every year, R7 billion is paid out by the Compensation Fund and Rand Mutual Assurance to address occupational injuries and diseases in South Africa. This statistic highlights the pressing need for improved health and safety practices in workplaces across the country. This is because... →

Uninterrupted steam assured during Sasol shutdown: A case study

16th May 2024 Industrial complexes like Sasol One, in Sasolburg, have scheduled shutdowns every three to five years to allow critical maintenance and plant upgrades to be performed. →

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Action needed to ease the burden on South Africa’s water systems

10th May 2024 By: Olebogeng Manhe, Chairman of the Gap Infrastructure Corporation (GIC) A combination of rapid urbanisation, climate change and droughts, high water demand, and aging infrastructure have placed severe strain on local water systems, resulting in water shortages, “water-shifting”, and the growing... →

Olebogeng Manhe, Chairman of the Gap Infrastructure Corporation (GIC)

Webinar - ESG Africa Conference

8th May 2024 Join Creamer Media for another riveting webinar in the ESG Africa Conference series in the lead up to the conference on October 1 and 2. →

Infrastructure policy reforms and logistics plans could reshape SA’s economy

6th May 2024 By Roelof van den Berg, CEO of Gap Infrastructure Corporation 06 May 2024: There is a considerable mountain for South Africa to climb if we are to reach the country’s infrastructure goals by 2030. As was recently acknowledged at the 2024 Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium, the... →

9 Things to Consider when De-risking your logistics

2nd May 2024 As leaders in the trucking and logistics industry, the end of the financial year marks not just a period of reflection but also an opportunity to set the course for a more efficient, profitable, and tech-enabled future considering the new tech solutions that may have entered the market in the... →

Vesconite's innovative solutions for rolling stock wear enhance rail efficiency

30th April 2024 Rolling stock operators face a common challenge of significant wear on wheels and rails, leading to frequent and expensive maintenance. →

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

By: Creamer Media Reporter 25th April 2024 Bid Number: RFI 22/04/24/001 Issue Date: 22 April 2024 Closing Date: 05 May 2024 Closing Time: 17:00 PM Bid Validity Period: Not applicable since this is a Request for Information (RFI) issued for information purposes only. Important: No compulsory briefing session is required. →

Expert Seminar - ZINC IN ACTION - Galvanizing & Zn corrosion protection

By: Creamer Media Reporter 25th April 2024 Join the International Zinc Association (IZA) for an expert seminar on the role of zinc in protecting steel against corrosion. →

Sustainability: One simple step can drastically cut industrial water usage

25th April 2024 Spray nozzles supplier Monitor Engineering, the sole agent for Spraying Systems Co US, the world’s largest supplier of spray nozzles and spray systems, offers a free sustainability audit that helps companies to plug water-wasting practices with their spray nozzles, tank cleaning nozzles and spray... →

The transformative impact of automation on LV and MV switchgear

19th April 2024 The advent of automation in the electrical industry has revolutionised the functionality and efficiency of low voltage (LV) and medium voltage (MV) switchgear in secondary reticulation. Automation has not only streamlined operations but also enhanced the safety and reliability of power... →

Reshaping power transmission with renewable energy integration

19th April 2024 In an era marked by escalating climate concerns and the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions, the power transmission landscape is witnessing a profound revolution. At the forefront of this transformation is the increasing integration of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind... →

Choosing essential abrasives for the mining industry with Grinding Techniques

18th April 2024 South Africa’s mining industry has always been an integral part of our country’s economic development. With various factors affecting the sector’s overall performance, the Mineral Council of South Africa’s latest publication dated February 2024, reported 2023 as the first calendar year of... →

SLG positioning company to aggregate South Africa’s LNG market

18th April 2024 South Africa faces a gas supply issue from about mid-2026, and liquified natural gas (LNG) is the only viable solution for the country’s existing gas industry which is reliant on large scale, reliable gas supply. →

SAHHA Unveils Preliminary Programme for 2024 Conference

15th April 2024 The South African Heavy Haul Association (SAHHA) has unveiled the preliminary programme for its upcoming conference, set to take place from 26 to 29 August 2024. →

Why Upgrading to Business-Grade Broadband Connectivity is Vital for SMEs

12th April 2024 Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need to move away from consumer grade fixed mobile services to business grade services, to achieve the performance and reliability they need to keep their businesses running. This is according to Gary Woolley, Chief Commercial Officer at Comsol, who says... →

Gary Woolley, Chief Commercial Officer at Comsol

Pindulo Logistics unveils strategic leadership appointment

11th April 2024 Logistics company Pindulo Logistics, a pioneer in redefining logistics through innovation and strategic leadership, proudly announces the appointment of Tautinge (Tau) Matheus Festus as Business Development Director. In this capacity, Festus will spearhead executive planning, supply chain... →

Tautinge (Tau) Matheus Festus

SPS, Darling Green Country Estate & Touchpoint develop 6 MW green energy solution

11th April 2024 Solar energy company Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS) in partnership with housing development Darling Green Country Estate and energy solutions provider TouchPoint Energy is embarking on a ground-breaking 6 MW solar project in the town of Darling, in the Western Cape. This initiative will be the... →

Huawei Fusionsolar launches Luna 2.0 solar solution in South Africa

9th April 2024 Supplied by: Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa Region Leading global digital power and product solution vendor, Huawei has launched its innovative Fusionsolar Residential Luna 2.0 solar solution to the South African market. The product can be utilized in smaller scenarios i.e. residential,... →

Evolving sefa innovates, partners to grow South Africa’s SMME economy

By: Natasha Odendaal 8th April 2024 Small Enterprise Finance Agency (sefa), an implementing agency of the Department of Small Business Development, is evolving, innovating, and partnering to assist in unlocking the potential of small, medium-sized and microenterprises (SMME’s) across South Africa. Since its inception in 2012, sefa... →

Preserving Tradition, Enhancing Efficiency: The Science Behind Dry Ice’s Freeze-Branding Technique

5th April 2024 Although the idea of freeze branding is not new to South African agriculture, dairy farmers have just recently begun to use it more regularly to make herd management simpler. Cattle and horses can be freeze-branded using dry ice. The freeze-brand of cattle, as opposed to hot branding,... →

Tailings management at DRDGOLD

4th April 2024 DRDGOLD produces gold by the large-scale retreatment of mine waste stored in dormant mine dumps and old tailings storage facilities (TSFs). TSF safety therefore plays a prominent role at its operations. →

IRP 2023 could reset South Africa’s social and economic woes if implemented correctly

4th April 2024 By ACTOM Business Development Executive Mamiki Matlawa The Draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 2023 has faced criticism from some quarters for having gaps in its roadmap to shaping a sustainable energy future, but it also has several strengths and can potentially unlock various benefits for... →

RFP under the BESIPPPP third bid submission phase (Bid Window 3)

2nd April 2024 The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy ("the Department") formally invites interested parties to register prospective bids under the third bid window of the Battery Energy Storage Capacity Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP Bid Window 3). →

EWSETA partners with water industry for diversity, skills

28th March 2024 EWSETA engages in strategic partnerships with key stakeholders within the water infrastructure industry to promote skills development and address the imperative of diversity and inclusion. →

Trina Solar one-stop shop for Africa’s solar power needs

By: Tracy Hancock 28th March 2024 With offices in Southern, West and East Africa, global leader in smart photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions Trina Solar hopes to transform the African energy landscape by allowing its customers to leapfrog the fossil fuel-powered energy solutions they currently rely on by advancing... →

Trina Solar team at Solar & Storage Live Africa 2024

Huawei pledges to work with partners to build a new era of solar

28th March 2024 Supplied by Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa Region Huawei Digital Power this week held its Huawei FusionSolar Forum & Partner Summit 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. During the summit, which was themed "Open a New Era of Solar”, it pledged to work closely with its partners to make the... →

Xia Hesheng, president of Huawei Digital Power Sub-Saharan Africa Region

From vision to Reality

27th March 2024 Transforming the economy through Black Industrialists. Visit: www.idc.co.za →

Fuelling Industrial Success: The Undeniable Benefits of Premium Base Oils

26th March 2024 In the realm of industrial operations, where precision is paramount, and reliability is non-negotiable, one component’s importance should never be underestimated – lubricants. These fluids are essential to the operation of machinery, ensuring seamless functionality throughout the rigours of... →

Comsol launches exclusive 5G Fixed Wireless Access for businesses

21st March 2024 Comsol, the leading provider of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) last mile connectivity and Private Networks in South Africa, has launched a 5G FWA network to meet the need for business-class broadband for SMEs, and a cost-effective, reliable redundancy option for enterprises. Iain Stevenson, Chief... →

Iain Stevenson, Chief Executive Officer at Comsol

Spray drop size in dust suppression

21st March 2024 Drop size plays a critical role in the effectiveness of dust suppression applications. The size of the droplets produced by spray nozzles has a direct impact on their ability to capture and suppress dust particles. Spray nozzle selection is the most important element in a successful dust control... →

Generator manufacturer opens new Brakpan premises

21st March 2024 Electric generator manufacturer Mahindra Powerol South Africa (SA) has recently opened its new premises in Brakpan, Gauteng. The new assembly plant has been established to cater to the growing demand for diesel power generation units in Southern Africa. The diesel generation industry services the... →

Lebalelo is improving lives through water infrastructure for a thriving future in Limpopo

20th March 2024 In celebration of Water Month and World Water Day, we at Lebalelo Water User Association (LWUA) reflect on our achievements in fulfilling our mandate of improving lives through the consistent supply of bulk raw water. →

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Astron Energy supports the critical mining sector through innovative solutions

Empowering Economies – Unleashing the Potential of Exhibitions in Driving Industry Success and Economic Growth in 2024

Schneider Electric announces inaugural Global Virtual Open Week – aimed at students, graduates and early-careers professionals

The crucial role of Supply chain finance: Boosting cash flow, reducing risk, saving lives

Eco-innovator acknowledged for contribution to supporting Gauteng’s waste pickers

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