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Virtual, augmented reality now part of construction processes
30th November 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and building information modelling (BIM) in construction and consulting engineering are important elements of a fully integrated approach to project... 


CROWN JEWEL
The V&A Grain Silo Complex project was once an agricultural silo for grain storage, and is now features prominently in the silo district development
Firm’s design breathes new life into industry
23rd November 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm Arup was commended for its finalist entry of the V&A Grain Silo Complex façade in the architectural category at the 2018 South African Steel Awards,... 


CHRIS CAMPBELL
We are in a position, as the private sector, to partner with government to develop and build infrastructure to a level that supports good service delivery
Industry body supports economic recovery plan
16th November 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

Industry body Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) welcomes government’s focus on infrastructure development in support of economic recovery and job creation, as illustrated in Finance Minister... 


OPTIMUM OPPORTUNITIES
Although the construction industry is facing challenging times, it must be realised that there are many opportunities and initiatives to uplift the industry
IRP could revive struggling construction sector
16th November 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

The Integrated Resource Plan 2018 (IRP 2018) could revive South Africa’s struggling construction sector, says engineering consultancy DBI Consulting Engineers executive director Monty Ditibane.... 


Small thermal plants hold promise for regions without grid electricity
2nd November 2018 By: Nadine James

Small-scale power generation plants driven by hydrocarbon sources and biomass are still likely to play a valuable part in rolling out electricity in regions of Africa unserved by grid power and... 


Massmart chairperson Kuseni Dlamini
Businesses need increased awareness when managing risks – Dlamini
30th October 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Given the fact that the world is marked by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and increasing ambiguity, retail property group Massmart chairperson Kuseni Dlamini on Tuesday suggested that... 


CONTAMINATED SITE
Significant harm has arisen from a legacy of poor waste management, particularly within the chemicals industry
Industries must address legacy contamination – firm
26th October 2018 By: Paige Müller

Despite a significant improvement in the parameters outlined by current environmental policy – often diligently upheld by the local chemicals and petrochemicals industries – multidisciplinary... 


FUTURE FIRE PROJECTION 
FireDos will offer the local market water-driven fire protection foam dosing systems with a maximum flow rate of 25 000 ℓ/min
Refinery receives new fire protection trailer system
26th October 2018 By: Melissa Zisengwe

For three consecutive years, fire protection equipment supplier DoseTech and Germany-based dosing technology company FireDos have supplied the latest portable foam fire-protection system to... 


CESA CEO Chris Campbell
Consulting engineering sector’s confidence level falls to record low – Cesa
10th October 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Consulting Engineers South Africa’s (Cesa’s) biannual economic and capacity survey has indicated positive news for the period January to June, noting that construction sector confidence had seen... 


SAIMechE appoints first female president
28th September 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The South African Institution for Mechanical Engineers (SAIMechE) has elected Professor Debby Blaine president for the 2018 to 2020 period. Blaine is an associate professor at Stellenbosch... 


Mindful spending critical for sustainable infrastructure under economic stimulus package – Cesa
28th September 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In light of the launch last week by President Cyril Ramaphosa of an economic stimulus package for South Africa, Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) reiterates that public funds management is... 


Saice former CEO Manglin Pillay
Saice parts ways with CEO following controversial opinion piece
7th September 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) has decided to part ways with its CEO, after Manglin Pillay penned a controversial opinion piece on women in science, technology,... 


M&R Cementation aiming to become leading mechanised mining operator in Africa
M&R upbeat on prospects for mining unit amid commodity cycle ‘upturn’
30th August 2018 By: Terence Creamer

Engineering and construction group Murray & Roberts (M&R) is upbeat about prospects for its strong-performing underground mining unit, which was the biggest contributor to the group’s 2018... 


NERESH PATHER AND CHRIS CAMPBELL Consulting Engineers South Africa is encouraging partnerships among its member companies, in the form of joint ventures, to benefit in respect of growth and skills transfer
Need for engineers amid infrastructure delivery challenges
17th August 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

Amid basic service delivery challenges, such as housing, water, transport infrastructure and energy, there is a desperate need for engineers in the country, says association for consulting... 


CESA Aon Awards adds Lifetime Industry Achievement category
16th August 2018 By: Anine Kilian

Ivor Evans was, on Wednesday, awarded the first ever Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) Lifetime Industry Achievement Award posthumously at the 2018 CESA Aon Engineering Excellence awards on... 


Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Zweli Mkhize
81 professionals appointed to help shape struggling municipalities’ infrastructure delivery
6th August 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Minister Zweli Mkhize on Monday announced the appointment, by his department, of 81 engineers and town planners to assist with infrastructure... 


Funding for SA firms seeking to increase African trade and investment exposure
Funding for SA firms seeking to increase African trade and investment exposure
3rd August 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Increased trade and interdependence with the rest of Africa are set to bolster the anaemic economy of South Africa through the R13.4-billion Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa... 


COMMUNITY PROJECT The Bosch Projects team worked closely with the eThekwini municipality to secure the supply of potable water and a basic sanitation service in KwaZulu-Natal
Community project receives Saice honours
20th July 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

The eThekwini municipality’s Provision of Water and Sanitation to Informal Settlements project was awarded the 2018 South Africa Institute of Civil Engineering (Saice) Durban region award for the... 


MAHENDRA DEDASANIYA The capital projects industry has historically underinvested in technology and it has been resistant to change
New technology can optimise project management
20th July 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

To ensure that capital projects are delivered on time, project management teams need to be proactive in using the latest tools and technology, says global advisory firm Deloitte Africa director... 


BENEFICIARIES Women to Women Shelter is one of the community organisations that benefited from the project
Transnet expansion project uplifts the community
20th July 2018

State-owned freight rail company Transnet’s R2.38-billion Manganese Rail Phase 1 Expansion project created about 2 200 employment opportunities in the remote Northern Cape region and provided... 


HEARING PROTECTION 
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to use engineering means to reduce noise levels, barrier off high noise areas or, issue hearing protection to employees
Focus on noise reduction engineering solutions lacking
20th July 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

Government is not prioritising noise reduction with the necessary vigour in industry across the board, says acoustic consulting engineering practice Mackenzie Hoy Consulting Acoustics Engineers... 


Dr Oskar Steffen
SRK, industry loses leading light
11th July 2018 By: Nadine James

One of SRK Consulting’s three founding members, Dr Oskar Steffen, passed away on Wednesday, June 27, in Johannesburg. He was 77 years old. Steffen was born in Swaziland, where he completed his... 


COLLABORATIVE MANAGEMENT 
South Africa is depending on a complex and technically challenging bulk-water supply which requires a high level of expertise and coordination
New tech, investments can reduce water crisis
6th July 2018 By: Donald Makhafola

New technologies for water and wastewater treatment plants, as well as investments in ecological infrastructure, could reduce the risks of water pollution and failure of critical water supply... 


MOHAMED MADHI
Advisian assists companies in understanding how to tap into and use the big data concept by developing a comprehensive map of all data flows available
Capitalising on Big Data and analytics
29th June 2018

Enhancing shareholder value, improving the way businesses operate and compete, and obtaining real-time insight into consumers, risks, profit, performance, and productivity management are all core... 


TWISTED TOWER
Arup highlights the PwC Tower as an example of what collaborative design can achieve
Local firm emphasises project collaboration
29th June 2018 By: Paige Müller

Johannesburg-based multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm Arup takes a collaborative design approach to their projects. Arup associate director Richard Lawson tells Engineering News that the... 


GERTRUDES GARDEN CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
The project began in April this year and is scheduled for completion in mid-2020
Service expansion expected to promote geographical expansion
29th June 2018 By: Paige Müller

Multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm Bosch East Africa Consulting Engineers – part of South Africa-based Bosch Holdings – has extended its mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)... 


VALUE-FOR-MONEY CONSIDERATIONS
Cesa is calling on government to perform proper value-for-money considerations during the infrastructure professional services procurement process
First half of 2018 takes its toll on the industry
29th June 2018 By: Paige Müller

While industry role-players are hoping that industry growth will improve, industry representative Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) says the first half of this year has been marred with slow... 


MEDUPI POWER STATION
SRK Consulting’s scope of work at the Medupi power station is due for completion in December
Mining downturn results in profile expansion for consulting firm
29th June 2018 By: Paige Müller

International consulting engineering and scientists consultancy SRK Consulting’s local non-mining contracts have become its main revenue contributor, contributing to about 40% to 50% of the firm’s... 


MATHIEU DU PLOOY
Consulting firms are looking to differentiate themselves and build strong relationships in the industry to remain a professional service provider of choice
Innovative approaches deployed to overcome industry hardship
29th June 2018 By: Paige Müller

With construction industry growth having remained subdued since the start of this year and government spend on large construction projects having declined dramatically, there has been a trend... 


WARNE RIPPON
Allied Steelrode’s LT20 leverages the full engineering and design potential of tubular steel
Laser equipment extends design possibilities
29th June 2018

The increased popularity and use of square and rectangular section hollow steel tubing is a boon for consulting engineers, as it has opened up many new and innovative design opportunities, says... 


Deloitte expands mining industry service offering
26th June 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Global professional services firm Deloitte is expanding its suite of technical and strategic solutions to the mining industry, with the launch of Deloitte Technical Mining Advisory (DTMA).  


Emission abatement technology could drive industrialisation – EPCM Global
20th June 2018 By: Nadine James

South African firm EPCM Global Engineering has partnered with Luxembourg-based Carbon Process & Plant Engineering (CPPE) to bring its emissions abatement technology to Africa, in a move that could... 


Newly-appointed chairperson of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) Amathole region Onke Ngacu
Female civil engineer appointed Saice Amathole region chair
19th June 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Engineering and architecture company GIBB technologist Onke Ngacu has been appointed chairperson of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) Amathole region. She is the first... 


VISHAAL LUTCHMAN
The lack of continuity in government leads to unfinished projects and decaying rail infrastructure
Politics suppressing rail infrastructure build in Africa
1st June 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

Election cycles and governance have an inherently negative impact on rail infrastructure planning and the construction thereof in Africa, says multidisciplinary engineering consultancy WSP Africa... 


TIM TER HAAR
AECOM is developing BIM systems and solutions through its interactions with clients to meet their technical requirements and includes the steel milling industry, bulk materials and commodities handling, mining and ports in South Africa
Engineering firm aims to lead in technology, innovation to improve services
1st June 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Infrastructure engineering multinational AECOM is developing high-technology building information modelling (BIM) systems as part of the transition to digital business and service models and to... 


Esor postpones release of FY18 results
25th May 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Civil engineering and construction group Esor has postponed the release of its annual financial statements for the year ended February 28 to June 29. The group on Friday said it still needed to... 


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