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12 Jun

19 March 2025: Consulting Engineers South Africa’s (CESA) Infrastructure Indaba underscored the critical role of collaboration and partnerships in addressing South Africa’s infrastructure challenges. On the second day of the Indaba, being held in Gauteng, industry leaders from across sectors emphasised that unified efforts between public and private entities are essential for rebuilding and modernising the country’s transport systems and broader infrastructure....

12 Jun

12 June 2025: In engineering, mentorship is more than a tradition - it is the foundation of both professional survival and industry growth. Martin Makhaotse, founder and Director at Makhaotse, Narasimulu & Associates (MNA) Consulting, underscores the critical importance of knowledge transfer between different generations of engineers, asserting that without it, the future of the profession in South Africa is at risk....

06 Jun

Johannesburg, South Africa – June 6, 2025 – Modena Design Centres, a leader in Autodesk solutions, today announced it has been named the 2025 Services Partner of the Year for the EMEA region in Autodesk’s Worldwide Channel Sales & Services Platinum Club Awards....

27 May

27 May 2025 – Referro Systems, a leading sales and distribution company specialising in industrial electrical, automation and global software and hardware brands, has achieved notable growth since introducing Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI) products into the African market....

22 May

22 May 2025 – As South Africa’s (SA’s) construction sector is preparing for a new era of growth and transformation, the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) is placing the spotlight on women trailblazers with its 2025 Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards. This year, the cidb is urging women contractors to seize the moment by registering with the organisation – an essential step to unlocking the doors to industry opportunities, quality assurance and national recognition through the prestigious ERWIC Awards initiative, a key driver for #WomenBuildingOurFuture. Bongani Dladla, cidb CEO, highlights that the Awards are not only...

15 May

15 May, 2025 – The Valuation 20 (V20) Summit and Conference, a leading global platform for valuation professional organisations, is set to take place at Cape Town International Convention Centre from September 15 to 16, 2025. Held for the first time in South Africa, this year's event, themed "Valuation for Sustainability and Inclusive Growth: Bridging Finance and the Digital Divide," highlights the critical role of business, real estate, tangible and intangible asset valuations in addressing global challenges....

14 May

14 May 2025, Johannesburg: For nearly two centuries, steel rebar has been a fundamental component in reinforced concrete construction, providing strength and durability to buildings and infrastructure. However, a new contender is rapidly emerging: Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP). With its superior technical performance and numerous advantages over traditional steel, GFRP is redefining the standards for modern construction and gaining widespread popularity as a durable and innovative alternative....

13 May

13 May 2025, Johannesburg – As South Africa continues its transition to renewable energy, the efficient management of solar farms has become more critical than ever. Iritron, a leader in industrial automation and control systems, is at the forefront of this revolution, offering advanced remote monitoring solutions tailored to the unique challenges of solar farm operations....

06 May

5 May 2025 - The Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) has officially opened the entries for the highly anticipated 2025 Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards.   These prestigious annual awards celebrate innovation and leadership. They recognise women and organisations driving change in the South African construction industry. The awards highlight their best work over the past year. They also aim to inspire new standards for women as a powerful force in advancing gender equality. “This year, we encourage all the women who’ve ever considered entering, all the trail blazers, the jet setters, the path finders and the change makers...