Friday , September 18 2026

Business

Water is Life

Why Water Quality Matters: Water sustains every form of life on our planet – from the smallest microorganism to entire ecosystems and human communities. Yet the quality of this vital resource is constantly threatened by pollution, industrial discharge, and agricultural runoff. Accurate and reliable water testing is essential to ensure …

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De Beers showcases automated diamond screening instrument

Global diamond giant, De Beers Group’s Science & Technology division has revealed SynthDetect 2, the next generation desktop diamond screening instrument. The first SynthDetect instrument and its successor SynthDetect XL – released in 2017 and 2018 respectively have been among the most successful instruments in De Beers Group’s suite of …

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CNOL strategic financing now unconditional

 A$124M underwritten placement to fully fund Etango Bannerman Energy has launched a fully underwritten placement to raise A$124 million (before costs) at an issue price of A$4.00 per share (placement), following the company’s recent announcement in relation to confirmation from CNNC Overseas Limited (CNOL) that all conditions precedent to completion …

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Electra Mining Africa appoints new CEO after twenty years

After 20 years of dedicated leadership from Thomas Holtz, Multotec announces the appointment of Johan Robbertse as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, during a formal handover at Electra Mining Africa 2026, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of South Africa’s leading mineral processing equipment manufacturers. Robbertse …

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Metso launches Sampo Cell

Metso is introducing the Sampo™ Cell, a breakthrough innovation in coarse particle flotation that enhances recovery of coarse particles without compromising fine particle recovery, helping mining companies improve the efficiency, profitability, and sustainability of their operations. “Mining companies are under increasing pressure to process more complex ores, improve recovery and …

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SKF SA extends remanufacturing expertise into bearing

Through SKF Remanufacturing’s expertise in clearance modification, a longstanding customer was able to salvage inventory that would otherwise have been rejected, consequently avoiding redundant procurement and scrap costs which translated to significant savings. This successful project not only delivered immediate value for the customer but also confirmed an additional capability …

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Metso’s new digital solutions to optimise production

Metso expands its Metso Digital portfolio with the launch of three new solutions, designed to help mining operations optimize their performance. The new digital solutions – Metso Digital Production Management, Metso Data-driven Performance Analytics, and Metso Safety Performance Platform are expected to help customers turn operational data into business results. …

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Microdieseling: The Explosions You Never Hear

When Good Oils Go Bad Part 5 By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck This edition of WearCheck’s “When Good Oils Go Bad” series gives insight into microdieseling. There’s a creature in the ocean that kills its prey without ever touching it. Say hello to my little friend – Synalpheus fritzmuelleri, …

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