Due to rising costs and global trade challenges, Volvo CE will close its Rokbak articulated hauler business and concentrate resources on its portfolio of other hauling solutions. For more than four decades, Rokbak, formerly Terex Trucks, has proudly delivered reliable off-highway articulated haulers to customers worldwide. However, rising operational andContinue Reading
The strong rally in commodities such as gold, platinum, rhodium and palladium is creating significant windfall opportunities for South Africa to support its economic turnaround. Speaking at AfriSam’s annual Budget Breakfast event in Sandton in February, Econometrix Chief Economist Dr Azar Jammine said the exceptional surge in commodity prices couldContinue Reading
The 2026 Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa report by W Hospitality Group reveals a record 123,846 rooms across 675 hotels and resorts. This represents year-on-year growth of 18.6%, or 12.2% on a same-store basis. While the overall pipeline reflects strong continental expansion, the data show that development activity isContinue Reading
Waco Modular, an industry leader in modular construction solutions, has completed a major expansion of its manufacturing operations, adding a new 660m2 undercover assembly area to its Jet Park factory in Boksburg, effectively doubling its output capacity. This strategic investment comes at a time of unprecedented demand for modular constructionContinue Reading
Africa stands on the brink of an infrastructure transformation. With projected economic growth, rapid urbanisation and ambitious continental development agendas underway, infrastructure demand across energy, transport, digital and industrial sectors is escalating — bringing unprecedented opportunity for investors, developers and governments alike. Infrastructure Africa 2026 — slated to take placeContinue Reading
SEEPEX has introduced BN pumps with Smart Joint Access (SJA), engineered for the reliable and precise transfer of abrasive, corrosive, and chemical media in mining and construction. Designed for rock blasting, the pump features a large inspection opening for quick joint checks, a compact footprint for mobile or skid-mounted installations,Continue Reading
Long construction timelines are becoming increasingly untenable. As a result, modular building solutions, which are prefabricated off-site and assembled on-site, offer a strategic solution, delivering not only speed but also cost efficiencies, with reductions of up to 20%, according to recent studies. Beyond efficiency, modular construction is redefining how weContinue Reading
In the world of construction, the quality of materials directly determines the strength, durability and long term performance of any structure. Among these materials, aggregates – whether used in concrete, asphalt or base layers – play an essential role. Ensuring that aggregates are correctly sized and properly graded is notContinue Reading
BIA Group announces the acquisition of BPM Construction, a well-established player in France specialized in the distribution of equipment for construction and extractive industries. This strategic move strengthens BIA’s presence in Europe and opens new opportunities for BPM Construction’s clients by combining the reach of an international group with theContinue Reading
Hassan Allam Construction, a subsidiary of Hassan Allam Holding, has been awarded a landmark USD 250 million contract for the construction of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) African Trade Centre, which will also host its new headquarters building, to be located in the New Capital of Egypt. Among theContinue Reading
