LOCALLY MANUFACTURED CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS

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

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

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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NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR BOSCH EAST AFRICA – A MULTIDISCIPLINARY CONSULTING ENGINEERING FIRM

NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR BOSCH EAST AFRICA – A MULTIDISCIPLINARY CONSULTING ENGINEERING FIRM

John Kithinji has been appointed Managing Director of Bosch East Africa, a member of the Bosch Holdings group of multidisciplinary consulting engineering companies. Bosch Holdings celebrates 60 years of business this year.   Additional information: John Kithinji   John Kithinji – a BSc. Graduate of the University of Nairobi and a registered consulting and professional engineer with the Engineers Board of Kenya – looks forward to the challenges of leading further growth of the company…

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PRESS RELEASE GHANA-UK JOINT STATEMENT: GHANA-UK TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT

PRESS RELEASE GHANA-UK JOINT STATEMENT: GHANA-UK TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT

On 31 December 2020, Ghana and the UK announced that they had reached a consensus on the main elements of a trade agreement that would replicate the effects of the trade relationship between Ghana and the UK prior to the end of the Transition Period following the withdrawal of the UK from the European Union. They stated their intention to finalise the text of the agreement to reflect progress made in relation to rules of…

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AGGREKO SETS INDUSTRY-LEADING NET ZERO TARGETS TO SUPPORT CUSTOMERS THROUGH THE ENERGY TRANSITION

AGGREKO SETS INDUSTRY-LEADING NET ZERO TARGETS TO SUPPORT CUSTOMERS THROUGH THE ENERGY TRANSITION

 By 2030, achieve a 50% reduction in fossil diesel used and a 50% reduction in air quality emissions from solutions provided to our customers By 2030, become net zero in our own operations and by 2050 or sooner, become a net zero business for all scopes 1, 2 and 3 emissions Provide innovative technologies and solutions to help our customers accomplish their transition to cleaner energy 26 January 2021 – Aggreko, the world leader in…

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THE BIG 5 CONSTRUCT KENYA OPENS FOR A THIRD EDITION AT KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

THE BIG 5 CONSTRUCT KENYA OPENS FOR A THIRD EDITION AT KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

The official exhibition of National Construction Week brings business opportunities from around the world to Kenya’s construction sector from 5- 7 November 2019 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. The Big 5 Construct Kenya hosts over 210 local and international exhibitors, and 40 free-to-attend workshops providing career development points to attending construction professionals.   The third edition of The Big 5 Construct Kenya kicked off at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) with over 210 exhibitors drawn…

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FIBERTEX DRAINAGE SYSTEM IN A LUSAKA SPORTS FACILITY

FIBERTEX DRAINAGE SYSTEM IN A LUSAKA SPORTS FACILITY

Yunipat Distributors Zambia and Van Dyck Carpets Easi-Grass artificial grass appointed as project managers for sports facilities upgrade in Lusaka. Yunipat Distributors Zambia – distributors for Fibertex geotextiles and Van Dyck Carpet’s Easi-Grass artificial grass – was appointed as project managers for this contract. Scope of operations involved the preparation of ground works, construction of the concrete footing and installation of a drainage system and artificial turf. “These new sports grounds enable children to be…

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BOSCH ULWAZI’S PROGRAMMES HELP UNEMPLOYED YOUTHS

BOSCH ULWAZI’S PROGRAMMES HELP UNEMPLOYED YOUTHS

Bosch Ulwazi’s national skills upliftment programmes assist youth from disadvantaged communities to further their education and find meaningful employment close to home. The company’s latest programme in the Eastern Cape, focuses on construction and is being offered to 200 unemployed young people in Peddie, near East London. This programme is a partnership between the Local Government SETA (LGSETA) as the funder, the local municipality as the employer and Bosch Ulwazi as the training provider. “This…

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