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COENG CELEBRATES 14 YEARS OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

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COENG CELEBRATES 14 YEARS OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

Pretoria, 30 March 2022. COENG Consulting and Construction Engineers recently celebrated its 14th birthday celebration at a company event where the firm’s growing team of professionals came together. COENG has done extremely well in terms of market growth in recent years, having significantly increased its market share while fostering on-going business relationships with big businesses in South Africa. Takalani Mbedzi, COO of COENG spoke at the event in Krugersdorp on 25 March: “I believe that…

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BUDGET ANALYST AT CHILEWA INVESTMENTS LIMITED

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BUDGET ANALYST AT CHILEWA INVESTMENTS LIMITED

Chilewa Investments Limited acts as intermediaries to recruit, build capacities, train and manage competent contract staffs, lease equipment and provide transportation services, and also mediate for Oil & Gas companies. Chilewa Investments Limited, a manpower and Oil & Gas logistics support services provider, is currently recruiting for a BUDGET ANALYST to an Exploration and Production (E&P) Company in Port Harcourt. The E&P company is a company operating in the upstream sector of the Nigerian hydrocarbon…

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CARE FOR OUR COASTLINES

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CARE FOR OUR COASTLINES

Fibertex manufactures geosynthetic sand containers (GSC’s) which are used in the construction of efficient protection structures for coastal protection, erosion control, dune revetments and slope stabilisation, as well as for emergency protection in floods.   “As coastal erosion becomes more prevalent, due to rising sea levels and changes in global weather patterns, it has become increasingly important to have well-engineered, durable and easily manageable coastal protection structures in place,” says Burger Fourie, Technical Sales Engineer…

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28TH ANNUAL FIDIC AFRICA INFRASTRUCTURE CONFERENCE

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28TH ANNUAL FIDIC AFRICA INFRASTRUCTURE CONFERENCE

The FIDIC Africa Infrastructure Conference is one of the biggest networking events for African consulting engineers. It provides a forum for consulting engineers, government officials from all three spheres of government (National, State and Local), State Owned Entities, funding agencies, contractors, suppliers of construction equipment and materials, investors and other stakeholders in the built- environment from the public and private sectors to share ideas on best practices. The conference also provides opportunities to learn from…

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THE YEAR OF OPPORTUNITY FOR OIL AND GAS COMPANIES IN AFRICA

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THE YEAR OF OPPORTUNITY FOR OIL AND GAS COMPANIES IN AFRICA

The oil and gas industry faced a tough year in 2021. According to The State of African Energy 2022 this was a result of a drop in global demand, which resulted in a fall in oil prices. This led to companies cutting budgets and delaying future projects. The sharp slowdown in several African economies further exacerbated the challenge and while we are seeing a rebound in economic activity, Africa is still lagging in this renewed growth momentum….

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PRESIDENT EL-SISI FOLLOWS-UP ON PROGRESS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF “EGYPT’S FUTURE” PROJECT

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PRESIDENT EL-SISI FOLLOWS-UP ON PROGRESS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF “EGYPT’S FUTURE” PROJECT

President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi meets with the Prime Minister and other ministers to review progress in the implementation of the national project “Egypt’s Future” for agricultural production. The President was briefed on progress and developments in the current and future phases of the project from its various aspects, notably the areas cultivated so far, the water supply and electricity in addition to the project’s infrastructure. The President gave directives to continue work toward completing the objectives…

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GREATER PRECISION AND IMPROVED SAFETY FOR BOLTED CONNECTIONS

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GREATER PRECISION AND IMPROVED SAFETY FOR BOLTED CONNECTIONS

BMG’s Fasteners, Tools & Equipment division has extended its range of wrenches to include a new generation of cordless torque wrenches from Gedore Torque Solutions, with optional process reliable documentation software and advanced features for higher torque, greater precision and improved safety. “Our new Gedore LDA/LAW Solution series for bolted connections – which ensures the highest quality and safety standards – is critical in many applications, particularly where bolting connections need to be precise and…

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BMG OPENS A NEW BRANCH IN MAUN, BOTSWANA

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BMG OPENS A NEW BRANCH IN MAUN, BOTSWANA

BMG – Africa’s leading engineering solutions specialist – has extended its service in Botswana, with the opening of a new branch in Maun, at the end of 2021. “BMG now has two dedicated branches in Botswana – one in Gaborone, which was established in 1998 to service and supply the southern part of the country and a new branch in Maun, that supports the northern region of Botswana,” says Hein Ries, Branch Manager, BMG Maun….

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LOCALLY MANUFACTURED CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS

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LOCALLY MANUFACTURED CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS

Creslow Energy Solutions – a local manufacturer of clean energy storage systems– has recently been established in South Africa. “By utilising the latest technology in our clean energy storage products, we provide an environmentally friendly and sustainable solution for the safe and efficient storage of renewable energy that can be used when required,” explains Kriban Govender, Managing Director, Creslow Energy Solutions. “Solar off-grid energy systems are gaining popularity in South Africa, as a form of…

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Budget Speech 2022 – SA Cash Strapped – CESA Echoes the Minister’s Sentiments

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Budget Speech 2022 – SA Cash Strapped – CESA Echoes the Minister’s Sentiments

24 February 2022 On the back to the 2022 Budget just released, Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) is pleased to hear that Government is looking at value for money and quality of delivery as the top priority in the development of the project pipeline. This is particularly important to ensure the sustainable development of infrastructure.   “As a cash-strapped country with low economic growth prospects, it is now more than ever imperative that we spend…

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Green walls add beautification, enhance stabilisation and promote plant growth

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Green walls add beautification, enhance stabilisation and promote plant growth

The Fibertex team works closely with landscapers, architects and building contractors, to design and install environmentally-friendly green-wall solutions, rather than using conventional hard-facing concrete structures for retaining walls. Fibertex FiberRock 20S and 30S geosynthetic geocontainers are a lightweight, durable and cost-effective substitute for traditional earth retention systems – providing an attractive and efficient protection for slopes and also aid in erosion control. “Fibertex geosynthetics are sustainable materials designed to protect our precious natural environment,” explains…

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The Emergence of Industrial Parks and Captive Power

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The Emergence of Industrial Parks and Captive Power

By Eddy Alexandre, Business Development Manager, Aggreko Africa The global captive power generation market is projected to grow at a 5.61% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2027, according to Market Research Future. Described as a decentralised source of power that is located as close as possible to those using it, captive power is becoming an increasingly relevant solution for companies operating in areas with limited, or reduced, access to power. This is particularly…

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KeNHA Board of Directors and Management inspect road projects in Kenya

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KeNHA Board of Directors and Management inspect road projects in Kenya

KeNHA Board of Directors and Management led by the Chairman, Eng. Wangai Ndirangu, and Director General, Eng. Kungu Ndungu inspects road projects in Nyanza, Western, and North Rift regions. Also, the Board and Management paid a courtesy call to Kisumu County Governor, Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o, to discuss areas of collaboration between the Authority and the County Government. Some of the areas of focus include the construction of spur roads within the County, the status of…

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President Kenyatta Commissions Mombasa County’s Regional Cancer Centre

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President Kenyatta Commissions Mombasa County’s Regional Cancer Centre

MOMBASA, 8th February 2022 (PSCU) – President Uhuru Kenyatta today unveiled a state-of-the-art regional cancer centre at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital in Mombasa. The ultra-modern facility, developed in partnership between the national government and the county government of Mombasa as part of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) pillar of the Big 4 Agenda, boasts of high-tech equipment to offer comprehensive cancer care. The centre which will cater for cancer patients in the…

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CONSTRUCTION OF KENYA’S MAKUPA BRIDGE TO COMPLETE IN JUNE 2022

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CONSTRUCTION OF KENYA’S MAKUPA BRIDGE TO COMPLETE IN JUNE 2022

The construction of the Makupa Bridge is fast taking shape. It is expected to be complete in June, 2022. The Makupa Causeway was constructed in 1929 to serve as a link between Mombasa Island and the main land. Over the years, traffic volumes have significantly increased beyond the design capacity of the Causeway making it a major bottleneck in the entry and exit from the Island. The completion of this project will be vital in…

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Aggreko Release: The role of gas as an enabler of the energy transition

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Aggreko Release: The role of gas as an enabler of the energy transition

The threat of climate change has been firmly in the spotlight, with several discussions and commitments at the recent UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland. The importance of gas as an enabler of the energy transition in Africa is again being highlighted. According to the US Energy Information Administration, natural gas emits almost half the carbon dioxide of coal, making it a viable way to transition to a lower carbon impact. Kweku Frempong, Area General…

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CESA Presidential Media Address – Olu Soluade

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CESA Presidential Media Address – Olu Soluade

INTRODUCTION Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, members of the media, partners, and colleagues. Thank you for joining us for this presidential address. It is indeed a privilege to have been elected CESA president for 2022 to 2023 and my honour to address you all today as we continue our efforts to shape our industry and indeed our country towards growth and prosperity. On the 15th of May 2004, in Zurich, FIFA announced our country as…

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