The construction industry’s role in exacerbating climate change through increased global warming and carbon emissions is undeniable. This challenge is further aggravated by the ongoing urbanization driven by a rapidly growing global population. As the population rises, so does the demand for construction, amplifying the industry’s impact on both economiesContinue Reading
Four global and local alliances have submitted their financial and technical bids to the Egyptian National Railways (ENR) for a $285 million renovation project of the 69-kilometer Al-Rubiki-10th of Ramadan-Belbeis railway line, three unnamed government sources told Asharq Business. The first alliance includes France’s Alstom, Concrete Plus, and Egypt’s RowadContinue Reading
The Nigerian government has initiated discussions with Libya regarding a potential gas pipeline construction project linking the two countries. This development was revealed by the Minister of Petroleum (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, during a meeting with Libya’s Minister of Oil, Dr. Khalifa AbduAlsadik, on the sidelines of the 2024 Gastech ExhibitionContinue Reading
WEC Water, a South African engineering, procurement, and construction company, completed building a new multi-stage water treatment plant at Kasane in Botswana. This new plant will provide safe drinking water to the local communities.This new water treatment plant produces 16 Ml (16 million litres) of potable water per day for theContinue Reading
The newly appointed Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson, has rightly called for a “new vision and reality” to rebuild the country’s foundation through coordinated infrastructure development to unlock new economic opportunities. The Minister recently announced the establishment of an Infrastructure Advisory Committee, underscoring the need for strategic investmentsContinue Reading
Lagos, Nigeria | 19 August 2024: The construction industry in Nigeria is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 2.4% between 2024 and 2028 (Source: ABIQ), thanks to the government’s focused infrastructure development strategies and support. Prioritizing economic development, public and private investment in the housing sector, and strengthening external demand,Continue Reading
The South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) has been appointed to the Waste Tyre Management Industry Advisory Committee to help support the Waste Tyre Management Plan that was approved by the cabinet in March this year The national strategy seeks to address several challenges faced by the waste tyre sector,Continue Reading
Mauser Packaging Solutions, a global industrial packaging producer and provider of solutions and services, has acquired a plastic drum business in South Africa in order to extend its product offering and expand capacities to meeting growing regional demand The business, previously owned by Nampak Products and Eliptotime PTY, specialises inContinue Reading
Using counterfeit or non-genuine parts can seem like a quick money-saving measure, but the long-term consequences can cost you a lot more Only genuine Volvo parts can deliver the reliable performance you expect from your Volvo excavator, wheel loader, or hauler. Key reasons why it is best to stick toContinue Reading
The N2 Belstone Interchange and route MR0688 lining Bhisho to Zwelitsha to traffic has opened in South Africa The announcement was made by the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) and marks an end to the project that was begun in September 2021. The workscope included the construction of newContinue Reading
