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SunZia wind and transmission projects, US – update

Published: 14 Jun 24

A US district judge has dismissed claims by Native American tribes and environmentalists who sought to halt construction along part of an energy transmission line that will carry wind-generated electricity from the project.

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Pilanesberg Platinum Mines renewable-energy project, South Africa – update

Published: 14 Jun 24

Sedibelo Resources has entered into discussions with African Clean Energy Solutions for the construction of a solar farm.

Blue Marlin battery park, Belgium

Published: 14 Jun 24

GIGA Storage plans to build a battery park adjacent to the Van Eyck high-voltage power station in Kinrooi.

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Lead removed from electronic blasting products

Published: 14 Jun 24

Commercial explosives and blasting systems manufacturer Orica is expanding its lead-free non-primary explosives detonator (NPED) technology through the manufacturing of what it claims is the world’s first lead-free electronic blasting system range, at its plant in Gyttorp, Sweden. This development follows the successful 2023 introduction of its fully lead-free non-electric detonator range, Exel Neo, with early adopters reaping the benefits.

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Sound ESG performance a non-negotiable in quarrying

Published: 14 Jun 24

Environmental performance holds particular significance in the quarrying industry, with quarries re-evaluating their strategies and operational models, driven by an imperative to align with customer and industry sustainability goals, reports bulk emulsion explosives and blasting solutions manufacturer BME. BME, part of the Omnia group, seeks to reduce its environmental impact through continuous research, development and product innovations, to develop green blasting technology.

Organisation looks into industry challenges

Published: 14 Jun 24

High regulatory and legislative barriers in the quarrying sector are constraining its growth, says quarrying and surface mining professional body Institute of Quarrying Southern Africa (IQSA) chairperson Jeremy Hunter-Smith. This is compounded, he says, by the 20% downturn in the construction industry in the first quarter of 2024. A country’s growth in often gauged by the volume of infrastructure projects and South Africa has huge potential for growth, with a drive for infrastructure development needing to come to the forefront.

Camera surveillance benefits sector

Published: 14 Jun 24

Despite the pivotal role played by South Africa’s public transport systems, recent minibus taxi strikes show the public transport system’s vulnerabilities, in the form of the effects such action has on commuters and the economy, says Axis Communications. The Western Cape experienced damages to the province amounting to an estimated R5-billion, according to Axis Communications Africa sales manager Marcel Bruyns.

GovChat founders’ new venture, Suppple, lists in Luxembourg in £200m IPO

Published: 14 Jun 24

IT and AI company Suppple Plc in May witnessed its £200-million initial public offering (IPO) on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE) in Europe. Suppple will be required to comply with LuxSE rules and regulations in the coming months for the listing to be definitive.

Tech enhances tunnel safety

Published: 14 Jun 24

Manufacturing company and surface specialist SURTECO states that it ensures greater safety in Norway's tunnels, owing to the preeminece of safety in tunnels, which is a priority in Scandinavian countries. It is, therefore, understandable that one of the world's first linear multifunctional LED escape systems for tunnels was implemented in a project in Norway.

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Youth service addresses skills deficit, enabling future success

Published: 14 Jun 24

Addressing youth unemployment and the associated skills deficit are crucial for ensuring a sustainable and equitable future for the South African mining sector. The private-sector-led Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative plays a key role in this effort, aligning industry needs with the development of high-potential youth, says YES strategic research and marketing services head Simona Mazza. The mining industry continues to directly employ about 481 000 people, according to Statistics South Africa, and provides at least that many jobs in supporting industries, she elaborates. Further, the industry generates substantial government revenue through taxes and royalties.