Fibre optic safety critical systems in mining
Mining is a hazardous environment at the best of times and is becoming increasingly complex, with long-distance conveyor systems, underground […]
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AfriSam budget breakfast highlights economic upside from commodity price surge
Rising prices for key commodities such as gold and platinum are creating a significant economic opportunity for South Africa, with
Delivering lifetime value
In a generally tough operating environment – defined by economic volatility, high fuel prices, complex regulatory pressures, an acute shortage of drivers and intense competition – profitability is not merely a goal, but a necessity for survival for truck owners. With that in mind, UD Trucks Southern Africa has placed Total Profit Over Lifetime (TPOL), a strategic approach that goes beyond simply reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), at the centre of its value proposition. By Munesu Shoko.
Strengthening mining value chains to maximise Africa’s mineral resources
With global investment in Africa’s mining sector having dipped in recent years, industry players, governments and communities must work together