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ABB, Bridon-Bekaert Ropes to deliver integrated mine hoists services

The two leading OEM companies join forces to develop an integrated service portfolio for ABB mine hoists, According to the two companies, the partnership is an important step in ABB’s ambition to expand the service portfolio and maximize customer value Geographic reach will focus on the mine hoist end user markets …

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A new identity for Atlas Copco Group

Atlas Copco Group launched a new identity, including a new Group logo, a new visual identity, and a new tagline: Technology that transforms the future. The current blue and white Atlas Copco brand and logo will continue to be used on products and services, in the same way as other …

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Botswana about to finalise the HB Antwerp deal

Botswana is conducting due diligence on HB Antwerp, as the world’s top diamond-producing country by value seeks to finalize a deal to acquire a 24% shareholding in the Belgian gem trader, President Mokgweetsi Masisi said on Monday. At the height of talks for a new sales contract with De Beers …

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Mining innovation, research battlefield returns to Mining Indaba 2024

The Mining Innovation and Research Battlefield is now open for applicants to submit research proposals for this year’s competition. Investing in African Mining Indaba and the Development Partner Institute have launched the 2024 Mining Innovation & Research Battlefield. The Battlefield is a high-profile platform for innovators and researchers to share …

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Stakeholders solve mining headaches at Wits Mining Institute

Building on the new focus areas of research at its DigiMine Laboratory, the Wits Mining Institute (WMI) brought together industry experts at its annual WMI seminar to delved into crucial topics shaping the future of mining. The recently held WMI seminar was aimed at shedding light on innovative strategies for …

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Green Energy Africa Summit: Day 1

Day 1 of the Green Energy Africa Summit at CTICC2, Cape Town, saw a range of high-powered speakers and delegates from across the energy sector sharing insights and ideas around how to help pave the way for a just energy transition in Africa. Several Speakers advocated for policy reforms to …

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Transmission strategy can bring up to 4GW of renewables online – now!

Managing South Africa’s transmission network more strategically could unlock significant amounts of renewable energy capacity, to make more power available to the country, its people and its economy. This was one of the messages emerging from a presentation at the Green Energy Africa Summit on Tuesday by Segomoco Scheepers, Managing …

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Getting oil and gas working for Africa

Africa is yet to see anything close to a full return on its massive oil and gas resources. With one-third of the continent – almost 500 million people – still having no access to electricity, ending energy poverty across Africa is among the planet’s most urgent challenges. To address this, …

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Caterpillar, Albemarle collaborate on battery value chain solutions

Albemarle Corporation, a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, recently signed agreements with Caterpillar Inc. to collaborate on solutions to support the full circular battery value chain and sustainable mining operations. The collaboration aims to support Albemarle’s efforts to establish Kings Mountain, N.C. as …

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Africa Energy Indaba Launches Inaugural Solar Indaba

The Africa Energy Indaba, a leading business platform for the energy sector on the African continent, is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Solar Indaba. This new addition to our annual event line-up is aimed at advancing the renewable energy landscape across Africa and fostering sustainable development. The …

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