Weba takes the lead in sustainable development
To help build better communities, Weba Chute Systems continues to take the lead in transformation, skills development and corporate social […]
August 10, 2022
Winning the cost control battle
With its complex geology, characterised by five rock types, predominantly amphibolite, PPC’s Laezonia Quarry has traditionally been deemed one of the most expensive operations to run in South African quarrying circles. However, a number of cost-cutting initiatives are helping the quarry win the cost control battle. Munesu Shoko was recently on site and filed this report for Quarrying Africa.
Driving Scania’s customer-centric approach
Despite the ongoing supply chain challenges, newly appointed MD of Scania Southern Africa, Erik Bergvall, is encouraged by the state of the local trucking market. In a one-on-one with Quarrying Africa, Bergvall envisages a 10-15% growth for Scania this year. A customer-centric approach and the rollout of innovations designed to increase customer profitability and operating efficiencies, will be key to the company’s growth. By Munesu Shoko.
