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First Quantum expands electric trolley-assist to cut diesel use

First Quantum Minerals is scaling up its patented Quantum Electra-Haul trolley-assist system at Zambia's Kansanshi and Sentinel mines, where overhead powerlines engage trucks' electric wheel motors to replace diesel engines on up-ramps, cutting diesel consumption by up to 90% when laden. The company logged about 500 000 km of trolley-assist haulage in 2025, saving an estimated 40 000 t of greenhouse-gas emissions, and plans further expansion across its life-of-mine operations.

Local switchgear and motor control manufacturing accelerates in South Africa

Demand for medium-voltage switchgear in South Africa is growing at 7% to 12% a year, driven largely by mines converting voltages for onsite motors and investing in solar and energy-independence infrastructure, says WEG Africa's Pervin Gurie. WEG is expanding its six South African factories from assembly towards fully local manufacturing of switchgear and motor control centres to improve supply reliability and support.

ACTOM and peers showcase lifecycle motor capability at Electra Mining Africa

At Electra Mining Africa 2026, ACTOM presented medium-voltage motors of up to 18 MW and mine winder solutions, while Innomotics, SEW-EURODRIVE and WEG Africa highlighted electrification, automation and remanufacturing support.

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Hungry for Power: Stepping up Switchgear Manufacturing in South Africa
Hungry for Power: Stepping up Switchgear Manufacturing in South Africa
21st September 2026

Demand for switchgear is growing fast in South Africa, particularly among mines and other industrial clients using medium-voltage switchgear. With annual compound growth rates of between 7% and... 


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First Quantum aims to drive efficiency through new electric trolley-assist system
21st September 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Global copper company First Quantum Minerals has outlined the value of its Quantum Electra-Haul, a newly patented electric trolley-assist system, which the company says will demonstrate Zambia’s... 


Motus’ vehicle sales boosted by broadened Chinese, Indian portfolio
18th September 2026 By: Irma Venter

The sale of Chinese and Indian brands in Motus’ South African retail business increased by more than 200% in the 2026 financial year compared with the year before, says CEO Ockert Janse van... 


Maths competition participants
Entries open for the third yearly Gibela-WeSolve4x Maths Competition
15th September 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Young mathematicians across South Africa are being called to put their skills to the test and challenge themselves by entering the third yearly Gibela-WeSolve4x Maths Competition 2026. This... 


ACTOM group business development executive Mamiki Matlawa spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
Powering Africa’s industrial and mining future
11th September 2026

ACTOM is a leading African manufacturer, solution provider, repairer, maintainer and distributor of electro-mechanical equipment, offering an integrated combination of manufacturing, services,... 


Rooftop solar showdown: Eskom backs down on three counts, but insists it can cut you off for being "unsafe"
10th September 2026

By Chris Yelland, energy advisor to OUTA, and managing director at EE Business Intelligence Eskom has extended its rooftop solar registration deadline, dropped its threats of fines and cutoff for... 


Innomotics country director Tim Walwyn spoke with Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from September 7 to 11, 2026.
Innomotics showcases integrated technology for more sustainable mining
8th September 2026

As mining companies across Africa seek to improve productivity, energy efficiency and environmental performance, the integration of electrification, automation and digitalisation technologies is... 


Jonathan McKey, Sales and Marketing Manager at SEW-EURODRIVE
Sew-eurodrive Showcased Modernisation And Lifecycle Support At Electra Mining Africa 2026
8th September 2026

At Electra Mining Africa this September, SEW-EURODRIVE presented far more than products and equipment. Jonathan McKey, National Sales and Marketing Manager, explains how the company has evolved... 


WEG Africa marketing executive Rodrigo Cetenareski spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
WEG Africa showcases global manufacturing capability at Electra Mining
7th September 2026

WEG is a global manufacturer of energy-efficient electric motors, automation technologies, power transmission and distribution equipment, renewable energy solutions, and industrial coatings.... 


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Hybrid cables for automation applications
4th September 2026

Cable manufacturer igus South Africa has expanded its readycable hybrid range to include harnessed hybrid cables for Siemens SINAMICS S210 drives with OCC interfaces and SEW-EURODRIVE motors with... 


Hive Hydrogen South Africa.
South Africa’s $5.8-billion green hydrogen-ammonia project is ‘going really well’
4th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The $5.8-billion green hydrogen-ammonia project in South Africa’s Nelson Mandela Bay has been a hard slog but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Mining Weekly can report the venture, for... 


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MEMSA #MindShift 2026: Innovation, AI and industrial resilience
4th September 2026

South Africa’s mining equipment manufacturing sector gathered at the 2026 MEMSA #MindShift Conference with a clear under-standing that mining is entering a period of accelerated transformation,... 


A Decade of Uptime: Experience the Severe-Duty Workhorses Powering Mining
A Decade of Uptime: Experience the Severe-Duty Workhorses Powering Mining
2nd September 2026

Mining machines such as rock crushers, pumps, and conveyors require powerful motors. But producing high starting and peak torque is not enough for ongoing performance. Heavy-duty industrial motors... 


Ockert Janse van Rensburg
Motus’ vehicle sales boosted by broadened Chinese, Indian portfolio
2nd September 2026 By: Irma Venter

The sale of Chinese and Indian brands in Motus’ South African retail business increased by more than 200% in the 2026 financial year compared with the year before, says CEO Ockert Janse van... 


Geely's Riddara electric pickup on display at the WesBank Festival of Motoring
China automakers target South Africa's EV buyers, pickup market at auto show
31st August 2026 By: Reuters

Chinese automakers launched a raft of electric, hybrid and pickup truck models at South Africa's biggest auto show, betting on growing demand for electrified vehicles and seeking to challenge... 


C&I Energy + Storage Summit brings energy, industrial competitiveness and water resilience into one conversation
31st August 2026

South Africa’s commercial and industrial sectors are facing a more complex infrastructure landscape, where energy security, rising costs, electricity market reform, decarbonisation and water... 


Cyclic Materials rare earth oxides
US-focused rare earths recycler Cyclic Materials secures another $75m funding for plant rollout
28th August 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Canadian circular rare earths company Cyclic Materials has completed a $75-million strategic financing round, which reflects expanded commitments from existing investors and brings the company's... 


Early detection helps reduce unplanned downtime
28th August 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Early warning of developing equipment faults is enabling food and beverage manufacturers to schedule maintenance before production is disrupted, reducing emergency repairs and unplanned downtime.... 


Tsurumi Pumps Africa
Tsurumi Pumps Africa: Dewatering is production infrastructure on African mines
28th August 2026

Undetected water seepage on mining operations can lead to complications such as a sump filling faster than expected, a muddy haul road, a pump operating beyond its intended duty, and maintenance... 


Dewatering systems should be designed around operational risk, conditions and continuity
28th August 2026

“Water rarely announces a shutdown,” says Tsurumi Pumps Africa’s S Kotze, adding that, consequently, maintenance teams are often responding under pressure, with access narrowing and water levels... 


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