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Image of Kathleen Valley Project – Drilling Operation, in Australia
Kathleen Valley lithium/tantalum project, Australia – update
14th January 2022 By: Sheila Barradas

Liontown Resources is progressing the development of its Kathleen Valley project. 


Liontown progresses Kathleen Valley development
10th January 2022 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Lithium developer Liontown Resources is progressing the development of its Kathleen Valley project, in Western Australia, awarding a key contract to processing equipment supplier Metso-Outotec for... 


Danchi Group takes centre stage at Eskom’s Business Investment Competition
15th December 2021

Danchi Group (Pty) Ltd, specialists in steel solutions, were crowned overall winners of the 2021 Eskom Business Investment Competition during a virtual awards ceremony held on 14 December 2021.... 


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South Africa leads platinum output recovery, says GlobalData
14th December 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Global platinum production is expected to recover by 21.9% this year after a steep decline in 2020, says data analytics consultancy GlobalData, which adds that the recovery in the automotive and... 


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Sedibelo set to transform green mining landscape with game-changing technology
10th December 2021

Platinum group metals (PGMs) producer Sedibelo Platinum Mines is setting a high bar for green mining globally at its Pilanesberg Platinum Mines (PPM), in the North West, where it will soon start... 


Steinmüller Africa to upgrade high-pressure heaters at Tutuka, Duvha power stations
9th December 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

High-temperature and pressure static equipment solutions provider Steinmüller Africa has received two orders to upgrade State-owned utility Eskom’s Tutuka and Duhva power stations, in Mpumalanga,... 


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Sugar factory expansion earns excellence award
3rd December 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Consulting engineering and project management company Bosch Projects was named a joint winner in the 2021 CESA Aon Engineering Excellence Awards, for the UCL 175 TCH Factory Expansion Project, in... 


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Service centre assists in optimisation solutions
3rd December 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

Engineering solutions provider BMG’s Regional Service Centre (RSC) in Riverhorse Valley, KwaZulu-Natal, plays a critical role in the sugar sector by providing engineering solutions designed to... 


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Equipment provider awarded BHP contract
3rd December 2021

Mining products and services provider Schlam announced last month that it had been awarded a multimillion-dollar national contract to supply its Hercules dump bodies to diversified miner BHP... 


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Elandsfontein phosphate project, South Africa – update
26th November 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Kropz has reported that the Elandsfontein project is on schedule, albeit tight. 


Kropz’s Elandsfontein project remains on track, albeit tightly so
23rd November 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Emerging African phosphate developer Kropz’s Elandsfontein project, in South Africa, remains on schedule, albeit tight, and within the original projected capital budget for commissioning next... 


IZA Africa Desk expresses ‘serious concern’ at steady decline in uptake of galvanized steel
5th November 2021

The steady decline in the uptake of galvanized steel in South Africa is directly related to the drop-off in manufacturing activity and the dwindling number of construction and civil engineering... 


Stainless Steel Metal Fabrication – Get the RIGHT tool for the job
2nd November 2021

When it comes to fabrication with stainless steel, using the right tool is essential for achieving optimum results. Grinding Techniques has a complete range specifically manufactured for all... 


AWC widens distribution of Böhler Welding range
2nd November 2021

While owned by Afrox, AWC is a totally separate entity that is solely responsible for the Böhler Welding product range in South Africa. Officially registered as the African Welding Company, AWC now... 


Kamoa-Kakula Phase 1 concentrator reaches steady-state, sets daily production record
2nd November 2021 By: Donna Slater

TSX-listed Canadian mining company Ivanhoe Mines reports that the 3.8-million-tonne-a-year Phase 1 concentrator plant at its Kamoa-Kakula mine, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has met all... 


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Lindi Jumbo graphite project, Tanzania – update
29th October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Walkabout Resources has said its mine construction schedule at the Lindi Jumbo graphite mine is on track. 


Lindi Jumbo project on track
26th October 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

ASX-listed graphite developer Walkabout Resources says its mine construction schedule at the Lindi Jumbo graphite mine, in Tanzania, is on track. An engineering, procurement and construction (EPC)... 


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Suppliers vital to supply chain
22nd October 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

The current shortages of raw materials, which are required for stainless steel fabrication, have highlighted how stainless steel raw material suppliers are vital for the company’s supply chain and... 


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Association supports resilient industry through master plan
22nd October 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

Despite the impact of Covid-19 and a weak economy, the local stainless steel sector has shown its resilience, as the South African Stainless Steel Development Association (Sassda) continues to... 


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New methods, technology key in driving net zero goal
22nd October 2021 By: Anna Moross

The South African road infrastructure and construction industry can learn from international markets and apply several key lessons on its journey to achieving the goal of net zero, ensuring a... 


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Chinese sovereign mint launches platinum Panda coins
20th October 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The People’s Bank of China has launched a set of Panda precious metal coins, in celebration of the iconic Panda series’ fortieth anniversary on October 20. The range includes the first platinum... 


Kenmare reiterates guidance, benefits from strong demand
15th October 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Mineral sands producer Kenmare Resources MD Michael Carvill says the third quarter, ended September 30, represented the first quarter of ilmenite production at nameplate capacity of 1.2-million... 


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Seifsa tables final three-year above-inflation wage offer in an effort to end strike
15th October 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Industry employer organisation the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) has made a final wage offer to workers' unions in an effort to bring an end to the... 


South African building industry in line for more State support
15th October 2021 By: Bloomberg

South Africa’s government is planning more measures to bolster its ailing building industry after banning the use of imported cement on state construction projects. “Government is undertaking... 


Aerial image of the Kamoa-Kakula copper project
Kamoa-Kakula copper project, Democratic Republic of Congo – update
8th October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The 3.8-million-tonne-a-year Phase 1 concentrator at the Kamoa-Kakula mine milled 319 795 t of ore in September, exceeding the monthly design run rate of 316 667 t.  


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Locally developed spiral elevator for Australian mine
7th October 2021

A specialised spiral elevator has been designed, engineered and manufactured by South African vibrating equipment specialist Kwatani. The 450 kg custom spiral elevator was developed for a mobile... 


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Positive prospects for wind energy
1st October 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

The outlook for the local wind energy sector is “exciting and positive” when considering the wind energy projects that have been implemented throughout South Africa in recent years, which... 


UCD opens new depot in Cape Town
1st October 2021 By: Irma Venter

United Container Depots (UCD) has moved from its location in Paarden Eiland to larger premises in Beaconvale, Parow, also in Cape Town. The new depot has a container stacking area of more than 20... 


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Uis tin mine Phase 1 expansion project, Namibia – update
1st October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The expansion project has started. 


Kamoa-Kakula Phase 1 concentrator exceeds steady-state design throughput in Sept
30th September 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The 3.8-million-tonne-a-year Phase 1 concentrator at Ivanhoe Mines' Kamoa-Kakula mine, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, milled 319 795 t of ore in September, exceeding the monthly design... 


AfriTin records strong interim performance
27th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic and maintaining the health and safety of employees as a priority, Aim-listed AfriTin delivered an impressive interim performance, CEO Anthony Viljoen... 


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Industry developed through strategy
24th September 2021 By: Anna Moross

While the Aluminium Federation of South Africa’s (AFSA’s) role in the South African Aluminium Industry Roadmap (SAAIR) has been to promote the roadmap and ensure that policymakers are aware of the... 


Design ensures conveyor success
24th September 2021

Technological mining solutions company TAKRAF India has outlined the design features and challenges overcome in designing an overland conveyor - “the lifeline” for Indian aluminum producer Utkal... 


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Project Pele, US – update
24th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The US Department of Defence has released a draft environmental-impact statement for the construction and demonstration phase of a prototype mobile microreactor. 


Grinding Techniques – The Fabricator’s choice when it comes to Aluminium
21st September 2021

More Aluminium is produced each year than any other non-ferrous metal. The demand for Aluminium outweighs the supply offered in the market - this is evident in the current market price for... 


Platinum branded collections continue to thrive despite pandemic, says PGI
20th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Worldwide marketing organisation the Platinum Guild International’s (PGI’s) second-quarter Platinum Jewellery Business Review (PJBR) shows that platinum jewellery, especially branded collections,... 


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Initiative helps companies diversify, mitigate supply shortages
10th September 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in shortages of chips and electronic components in the local aerospace industry, which has also impacted on production and projects locally. Aerospace Industry... 


Aerial view of Elandsfontein phosphate project
Elandsfontein phosphate project, South Africa – update
10th September 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

Significant progress continues to be made at the project. 


An image of drill rigs exploring for uranium
World nuclear energy use to grow over next 20 years, requiring increased uranium mining
9th September 2021 By: Rebecca Campbell

The World Nuclear Association (WNA) has forecast that worldwide nuclear energy generation capacity will grow by 2.6% a year over the next 20 years. The prediction is contained in the WNA... 


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Platinum demand strengthening – WPIC
9th September 2021 By: Martin Creamer

Platinum demand appears to be strengthening on increased loadings, particularly in China’s strong-selling heavy-duty vehicles, more substitution of palladium by platinum, and greater investor... 


Platinum jewellery demand held up well in the second quarter
7th September 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The latest Platinum Jewellery Business Review, published by Platinum Guild International (PGI), shows that platinum jewellery remains resilient amid a still challenging situation in retail in most... 


Welding register mitigates recruitment challenge
3rd September 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

With fabrication companies finding it difficult to recruit welders for their operations, the Southern Africa Institute of Welding (SAIW) has launched the welding register to mitigate this... 


Institute set to open school in Middelburg
3rd September 2021 By: Khutso Maphatsoe

The Southern Africa Institute of Welding (SAIW) is set to open a satellite campus in Middleburg, Mpumalanga. Middleburg falls under the Steve Tshwete local municipality, which is one of 27 of the... 


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