TRIBUNAL DISMISSES COLLUSIVE TENDERING COMPLAINT AGAINST WBHO
The Competition Tribunal this week dismissed the Competition Commission’s complaint referral against construction company WBHO Construction in which it was alleged to have […]
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CONSTRUCTION MAFIA DERAILING PROJECTS, CAUSING ENGINEERS TO FLEE
Widespread concern has spread like wildfire across the built environment due to the construction mafia and gang-related activities on project […]
WSP receives Engineering Firm of the Year at 4th SAPSA 2019 Awards
WSP in Africa, one of the largest multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firms on the continent, are proud to have received the […]
Pillay angers engineering industry members over opinion piece
Professional organisation Women in Engineering, engineering company Aurecon, and the University of Cape Town(UCT), as well as the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice), […]
CESA unearthing future leaders
“Young people must take it upon themselves to ensure that they receive the highest education possible
Improved planning and engineering will answer social challenges in SA – Manuel
Unless South Africa and its citizens deal with the issue of widespread corruption, the country will not be able to provide the […]
M&R warns ‘costly’ Middle East exit will drag 2017 earnings lower
Engineering group Murray & Roberts (M&R), which sold its Southern African infrastructure and building units to a Southern Palace-led consortium in November, has warned that its […]
Group Five expects to swing to loss for FY17
JSE-listed Group Five expects to report full-year losses as its Engineering & Construction (E&C) cluster continues to disappoint. The construction group anticipates a 590c loss and […]
Numsa warns of imminent metals, engineering industry strike
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) on Friday warned of an imminent strike in the local metals and engineering sector, after […]
SMEC and SoilLab
SoilLab just completed the soil compaction test with positive results which will enable the foundation work for the perimeter wall at […]
Prepare well for a digital future, advises Pragma
Leaders in the management of buildings, machinery and assets have been advised to prepare well for a future in which digital solutions will take […]
Nigerian wins the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation
Nigerian systems engineer Godwin Benson has won £25 000 as the winner of the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. He developed an online digital platform called Tuteria, which links […]
BIM BAM BOOM JOHANNESBURG
“Better design. Better construction. Better operation”.This is a must attend event and a fundamental workshop for all building & design […]
South African shortlisted for Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation
South African rocket scientist Andre Nelhas been shortlisted as a finalist in the UK’s Royal Academy of EngineeringAfrica Prize for EngineeringInnovation. Nel invented a […]
Flexibility, value engineering and high-quality products deliver sought-after luxury apartments
Elematic South Africa’s high-quality precast hollow-core concrete slabs and top-notch service on the Carlswald Luxury Apartments development in Midrand secured […]
R1bn boost for Coega IDZ
The Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) has started its new financial year
Cesa focused on transformation
Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) has committed to transforming its membership and the industry as a whole. The industry body has […]
Amid sea of construction-sector red, WBHO in the black
Amid a series of lossmaking results reported within the South African construction industry over the last two weeks, building and civil engineering contractor Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) on Tuesday delivered positive news.
Efficient Engineering secures top empowerment rating
All three business units at leading South African heavy engineering and solutions group Efficient Engineering have been verified as level 1 broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) companies under the South African government’s new codes.
‘SA economy situation increases pressure on engineering firms’
South Africa’s struggling economy has increased the pressure on engineering firms to underbid on larger projects, says Arup Southern Africa leader Poya Rasekhi. This, however, often […]
Confidence levels in SA’s consulting engineering sector lowers
Confidence among South Africa’s consulting engineering firms has come under renewed pressure in recent months having recovered earlier in the […]
Engineering consultancy to guide GTL projects in Qatar
Engineering and construction group SNC-Lavalin was awarded an engineering consultancy and support services contract by Qatar-based company Oryx Gas To Liquids (GTL), a JV between Qatar Petroleum (51%) and Sasol (49%) for its GTL complex at Ras Laffan Industrial City, in Qatar.
Basil Read announces new CFO
Engineering News – JSE-listed Basil Read on Tuesday announced the appointment of Talib Sadik as CFO and FD, effective October 1, following the resignation […]
WorleyParsons RSA forms iX Engineers
Worleyparsons RSA, part of Australia-listed global engineering company WorleyParsons, has formed iX Engineers, a black-owned consulting engineering company focusing on […]
Aveng Grinaker-LTA Civil Engineering wins SANRAL contract
Aveng Grinaker-LTA Civil Engineering has been awarded a R92 million contract for the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) to resurface […]
Seifsa concerned about persistent lower production levels in metals sector
The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) says it is “extremely concerned” about persistently lower confidence and production levels, which could lead to […]
ECSA reviews regulatory frameworks
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) has commenced its nationwide public consultation process around the revision of 3 policy […]
SA Engineering consultancy firm expands into rest of Africa
According to Engineering News, South African multidisciplinary engineering consultancy Gibb, which marked its sixtieth anniversary in late June, is aiming to materially expand […]
Shortage of skills hurts South African construction industry
A skills shortage continues to hurt the South African construction industry, a new survey has revealed. The Construction Industry Development […]
Handful of highly sought-after skills that attract engineering firms
According to Engineering News, while there is a strong demand for engineering candidates generally, there are a handful of highly sought-after […]
SECOND DAY OF AFRICAN CONSTRUCTION AND TOTALLY CONCRETE EXPO SEES SECURITY OF RAND WATER IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The second day of the African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo, has seen industry experts, leaders, students – and those with a […]
GladAfrica Group announces its Gold Sponsorship for the Civilution Congress
GladAfrica Group, a 100% Black Owned Engineering firm has announced its Gold sponsorship of the 2016 Civilution Congress.The bi-annual Civilution […]
Cement firms pilot new type of plant to slash carbon by 95%
Cement makers have long been criticised for being heavy industrial polluters, but now a consortium of international firms is building […]
FREE TECHNICAL TRAINING for contractors,builders and engineers
Africa’s only comprehensive concrete, cement and construction expo for the construction industry opens at 11:00 on Tuesday 10 May 2016
Block-making machinery used to build affordable housing
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform built 27 affordable homes on the Radway Green Farm Agri-Village outside Grahamstown, […]
Engineering industry movers and shakers set to convene at the Civilution Congress 2016
The second Civilution Congress will be taking place from 9-10 May 2016 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, giving […]
Jeffares & Green changes name, celebrates “Afrika”
Century-old engineering and environmental consulting company, Jeffares & Green, today announced that it will be changing its name and renewing […]
Aurecon announces a new Country Manager for its Angolan business
Aurecon has announced the appointment of a new Country Manager, Carlos Seara, who will be responsible for overseeing all of […]
Wits, Unilever to pioneer practical work training for engineering students
In the first corporate-academic partnership of its kind, consumer goods manufacturer Unilever South Africa and Wits, have announced a collaborative […]
Liviero appoints new strategic projects division head
Construction group Liviero has appointed Paul Le Sueur as group executive of its strategic projects division. He will join Liviero […]
Make an impact on the future of Africa’s electrical, civil and mechanical engineering industries
Plans for Civilution Congress 2016 are once again connecting the engineering fraternity with forum members meeting to discuss the way […]
Africa’s cement, concrete and construction industries are open for business
The African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo provides a unique gateway into doing construction business across the continent’s high growth […]
Aurecon appoints new MD to lead its Africa business
From 1 January 2016 onward, Ferdi Nell will lead all of Aurecon’s Africa operations, having transitioned from his previous role […]
Consulting firms appointed to conduct geotechnical investigations for LHWP
Jeffares & Green’s (J&G’s) geotechnical division, in association with Lesotho-based consulting firm GWC Consulting Engineers, has been appointed to supervise […]
Engineers losing confidence in industry, govt
Fifty-six per cent of engineering professionals surveyed in PPS’s latest survey indicate that there are not enough job opportunities for […]
‘Water crisis and engineering capacity: A long haul, but we can do it’
The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) inaugurated its 113th president, Dr Chris Herold, at the SAICE Presidential Inauguration and […]
Nairobi hosts a successful 2nd annual Totally Concrete East Africa
The 2nd annual Totally Concrete East Africa attracted over 400 participants this year and was rated as an excellent networking […]
Housing emerging as key market for South African engineering sector
While the pipeline of infrastructure projects promised under government’s National Development Plan remains largely empty, the country’s housing and human […]
Seifsa appoints first woman president, chairperson
The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) has, for the first time in its 72-year history, elected […]
R30m MAN dealership opens in booming Mozambique
Owner of the MAN Truck and Bus Swaziland dealership, Ernest Da Cruz, has expanded the German manufacturer’s sub-Equatorial Africa footprint by
Civil construction confidence remains weak
The slowdown in construction activity is likely to deepen for the rest of this year and into 2016 if demand […]
Basil Read expects increase in profits for H1
Construction major Basil Read expects earnings a share for the six months ended June 30 to increase by between 111% […]
Global EPC Company establishes South African operation
Black & Veatch, a global engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) leader providing energy, water, and telecommunications solutions,
CNBM signs contract
CNBM International Engineering Company along with FLSmidth Pvt as the sole technology partner has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with […]
Immense increase of engineering jobs in South Africa
The number of engineering jobs advertised year-on-year in South Africa has increased by 36%, research from specialist recruitment consultancy Robert […]
Custom work cell can mould conveyor belt cleaners
In a move designed to deliver global product availability and consistency with the fastest possible response to customer orders, Martin […]
Young SA engineers should be paid more – Magubane
Young South African engineers should be paid as much as merchant bankers if the country wants to stop them from […]
Paul Olivier new MD of Jeffares & Green
Paul Olivier has been elected Managing Director of Jeffares & Green Engineering & Environmental Consulting, from 1 March 2015. He […]
Western Cape construction industry to grow by 4.1%
The third annual Cape Construction Conference will be hosting a high level Breakfast Forum focusing on: The realities of doing […]
2015 Fulton Award winners announced
The winners of the prestigious 2015 Fulton Awards were announced at a special Gala Dinner held as part of the […]
DWS ‘hampering its own vision’ with Cuban appointments
SAICE and its sister organisations have an adverse view of the first Cuban engineers who have arrived in the Free […]
Seifsa concerned by metals and engineering data
Economic data released during the first quarter of the year show alarming trends in the metals and engineering sector, the […]
Basil Read to sell energy unit, shut engineering division
Shares in South Africa’s Basil Read Holdings jumped over 6% after the construction group said it would sell its energy […]
Seifsa launches small business hub to assist SMEs
The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) on Friday launched its small business hub (SBH) to assist in […]
Substantial drop in engineering industry confidence
The level of satisfaction among South Africa’s engineering firms took a staggering tumble, falling from 87% in the first six […]
Civil engineering dispute resolution centre up and running
The Dispute Resolution Centre at the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) is now open to handle party-to-party […]
UCT appoints first woman as dean of engineering faculty
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has appointed Department of Chemical Engineering head Professor Alison Lewis as dean of the […]
Golder Associates elects a new CEO
Global consulting and engineering firm Golder Associates has appointed Dr Hisham Mahmoud as president and CEO. Mahmoud’s career spanned some […]
Basil Read records R820m loss
A challenging construction sector, difficult contractual environment and poor operational performance have contributed to Basil Read reporting an R820.9-million aftertax […]
Built environment professionals to submit nominations
Dedicated to recognising excellence in Africa within the construction, cement and concrete industries! Is your organisation helping to shape the roles […]
ECSA says new registration requirements will boost industry competence
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) says proposed changes to the council’s registration process for engineering professionals and candidates will […]
J&G’s Corrie Meintjes honoured for innovative bridges
Last night, Corrie Meintjes, senior partner of Jeffares & Green Engineering and Environmental Consulting, was honoured with the prestigious Branch […]
Concrete industry gets tough
Tightening specifications for readymix concrete has led to substantial growth in the membership of the Southern Africa Readymix Association (SARMA) […]
Young engineers ‘should shape South Africa’s future’
Malcolm Pautz – the new President of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering identifies the challenges in the society […]
‘Together sustaining engineering – delivering NDP priorities’
Keynote speaker at the Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) conference in Limpopo during November 2014, Minister Thulas Nxesi of the […]
Weak concrete did not cause collapse: Singh
The Tongaat mall was always going to collapse, even if the concrete had the required strength and steel bars, chief […]
Alleged collusive tendering cases against GVK referred to tribunal
The Competition Commission on Wednesday referred three cases of alleged collusive tendering against construction company GVK Siyazama to the Competition […]
ECSA roadshow to discuss new registration system
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) will be conducting public consulting roadshows from 2 to 25 March 2015 to […]
M&R expects higher H1 earnings
South African construction group Murray & Roberts (M&R) will publish its interim financial results on February 25. The company expects […]
GIBB named Engineering Firm of the Year
The South African Professional Services Awards (SAPSA) has named GIBB Engineering Firm of the Year in for 2014. GIBB was […]
Seifsa voices concern over additional business taxes
Seifsa CEO Kaizer Nyatsumba said the struggling South African business community – especially the companies in the metals and engineering […]
Cesa ‘dismayed’ at Cuban engineer recruitment in SA
Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) has expressed dismay that the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) had seconded 35 Cuban […]
Jeffares & Green elects new MD
Paul Olivier has been elected to take over as MD of Jeffares & Green Engineering & Environmental Consulting, from 1 […]
Aveng hit by weak markets
Construction and engineering group Aveng CEO Kobus Verster has said that continued softness in the local construction sector made it […]
SAICE inaugurates youngest-ever President
The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) inaugurated its 2015 President, Malcolm Pautz, on 12 February 2015. Pautz is […]
AfriCoast passes halfway mark on Opera House project
Civil and structural engineering consultancy firm AfriCoast Consulting Engineers has announced it has passed the halfway mark with the R28-million […]
New bridge to cut Joburg traffic chaos
Traffic flow through Midrand will soon be less chaotic because a new R160-million highway overpass bridge is being built by […]
Tanzanian gas pipeline project complete by mid-year
The 542-km natural gas pipeline under construction in Tanzania, from Madinda in Mtwara to Dar es Salaam is now 99% […]
Stats SA data ‘does not bode well for 2015’
The cumulative effect of several uncertainties in South Africa’s metals and engineering sector, amid a lack of demand – or […]
fib Symposium 2016
The fib symposium 2016 will be held in Cape Town from 21-23 November 2016, and is intended to bring together […]
WBHO expects lower half-year earnings
Engineering and construction group Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) has warned of lower earnings for the six months to December 31, […]
Aurecon earns ‘Top Green Service Provider’ award
Aurecon was recently honoured as ‘Top Green Service Provider’ by Growthpoint Properties. “Our work with Growthpoint has included partnerships on […]
Accountant Giam Swiegers takes the helm at Aurecon
Giam Swiegers joined Aurecon as Global CEO on Monday, 2 February 2015. “It’s very exciting. The engineering and professional services […]
Group Five expects drop in headline earnings per share
Construction company Group Five expects its headline earnings per share (HEPS) for the six months ended December 31 to be […]
Engineers develop world’s longest ‘flat pack’ arch bridge
Civil Engineers at Queen’s University Belfast have developed the world’s longest ‘flat pack’ arch bridge. Based on the ‘FlexiArch’ system, […]
Aveng-Grinaker-LTA starts on N$239m road project
Multidisciplinary construction and engineering group Aveng Grinaker-LTA has started upgrading a 10-km stretch of the B1 national road between Windhoek […]
Aveng-Grinaker-LTA starts on N$239m road project
Multidisciplinary construction and engineering group Aveng Grinaker-LTA has started upgrading a 10-km stretch of the B1 national road between Windhoek […]
R5m bursary boost for matric students
The Department of Public Works (DPW), in partnership with the Construction Education and Training Authority (Ceta), have awarded forty matriculants […]
Nigeria to invest in ship building and dockyard facility
Nairda Limited has been awarded a US$219.85m contract to construct ship building and dockyard facilities in Nigeria.The company will be […]
Mankind’s greatest engineering achievements: Ancient Monuments
Concrete.TV presents the second in a series of some of mankind’s greatest engineering achievements, this time focusing on Ancient Monuments. […]
Partnership signed to develop 3D concrete printing
Builders Skanska and Loughborough University in the UK have signed a collaboration agreement to develop the use of 3D concrete […]
New cement formulation could dramatically cut carbon emissions
As one of our most relied upon construction materials, concrete makes a significant contribution to our overall carbon emissions. By […]
Eskom outages: Damage to steel & engineering sector ‘estimated at R6bn‘
Admitting it neglected to order diesel to fire emergency power stations, leading to the weekend’s widespread load-shedding,
Atlas Copco South Africa hosts Dealer Driver’s License Training
Global Engineering Group, Atlas Copco, believes that excellent after-sales service support from a team of experts is essential to ensuring […]
Researchers explore the potential for using fly ash in concrete
The UK Quality Ash Association is sponsoring research into the recovery and use of stockpile fly ash for construction materials. […]
Tongaat mall inquiry to resume this week
The inquiry into the Tongaat mall collapse, in which two people died and 29 were injured, will continue this week, […]
Mankind’s greatest engineering achievements: Bridges
Concrete.TV presents a selection of some of mankind’s greatest engineering achievements in bridge construction. The Akashi Kaikyō Bridge in Akashi […]
Skanska to print 3D concrete products
Skanska and Loughborough University have signed a deal to develop the world’s first commercial concrete printing robot.The contractor hopes to […]
Fulton Awards 2015 set for record entries
The Concrete Society of Southern Africa reports that 36 nominations have been made for the 2015 Fulton Awards, which, if […]
North East Waste Water Treatment Works
The existing Bloemspruit Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) currently services the greater Bloemfontein area and is hydraulically overloaded. A new project […]
R4bn waterfront plan for Port Elizabeth on cards
A major Chinese engineering firm is interested in investing about R4bn in a waterfront-type development in Port Elizabeth. A delegation […]
Construction starts on 4.5-MW FS hydropower plant
Construction has started on the 4.5 MW Stortemelk hydropower plant, in the Free State, with Aurecon appointed as the engineering, […]
Harare to invest in roads and water infrastructure
The City Council of Harare unveiled an annual budget worth US$$272.7m, much going towards roads and water infrastructure development. Infrastructure […]
GIBB named Engineering Firm of the Year
The South African Professional Services Awards (SAPSA) has named GIBB Engineering Firm of the Year.
Aveng experiencing difficult trading conditions
Construction and engineering group Aveng continues to experience difficult trading conditions in line with general economic conditions of the group’s […]
Aveng experiencing difficult trading conditions
Construction and engineering group Aveng continues to experience difficult trading conditions in line with general economic conditions of the group’s […]
South Africa ranked 35 on global infrastructure owners list
The South African government has been ranked 35th out of this year’s top 500 global infrastructure owners, with its infrastructure […]
Jeffreys Bay wind farm engineers on international award shortlist
Professional body Engineers Ireland, the team that delivered the Jeffreys Bay wind farm have been shortlisted for an ‘Engineering Project of the Year’, international engineering award.
Jaguar Overseas limited to rehabilitate Harare thermal power station
Indian industrial engineering firm Jaguar Overseas Limited has been awarded a tender to rehabilitate Harare Thermal Power station. Rehabilitation will […]
Cuban engineers – make South African engineers first choice!
The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE)has voiced its concern upon learning of Minister of Water and Sanitation (DWS), […]
Cape Town’s MyCiTi route wins SAICE award
A section of Cape Town’s MyCiTi infrastructure, which aims to link residents with economic and recreational hubs through public transport, […]
Project and people awards for excellence in civil engineering
The prestigious annual SAICE Awards gala event for the Most Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievements for 2013/2014 was held at the […]
Development of self-healing concrete moves closer
Bio-mineralisation is the process by which living organisms can produce minerals and has potential to help masonry crack remediation. Scientists […]
Design of US$100m stadium in Ethiopia awarded to MH
An initial design for the stadium from the Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (LAVA) MH Engineering Plc has been awarded a […]
Madonsela appointed Engineering Council CEO
Sipho Madonsela has been appointed to the position of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Engineering Council of South […]
Award for Gladesville Bridge – once the World’s longest concrete bridge
The Gladesville Bridge, once the world’s longest concrete arch span bridge and the first large bridge designed with the aid […]
Engineers crack the genome of green concrete
An international team of researchers from Rice University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Marseille University has used sophisticated computer […]
Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation shortlist announced
The shortlist of innovations in the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation was announced on Wednesday, comprising 12 new innovations from […]
Engineers spread happiness
The civil engineers behind some of London’s most iconic infrastructure projects have put on their dancing shoes to prove that […]
SA’S energy efficient buildings yield better financial benefits
A new study conducted by Investment Property Databank (IPD) and the Green Building Council of SA (GBCSA) has found that […]
Zambia’s US$259.3m Kazungula Bridge project kicks off
Construction of Zambia’s Kazungula bridge has started after the ground-breaking ceremony was held on the Botswana side of the Kazungula […]
Next generation engineers
Concrete.TV spoke to Keamogetswe Mmekwa, Structural Design Engineer for PH Bagale and South Gauteng Branch Chairperson of CESA Young Professionals […]
Engineer testifies on Tongaat mall
An engineer from PCP Engineering Consultants, Pieter Pretorius, has testified before the Tongaat Mall Commission that although he was not […]
‘Not enough graduate engineers in South Africa’ – Pandor
South Africa did not produce enough graduate engineers, which was worrying, as good engineering made a significant contribution to social […]
‘More women engineers needed in South Africa’
The Deputy Minister of Transport Sindisiwe Chikunga wants to see women occupying 50% of managerial positions and more women engineers working with Sanral.
Autonomous drones could inspect bridges
When bridges are inspected for cracks and other defects that could lead to their collapse, engineers must either hang beneath […]
R2.7-billion youth fund launched
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and the Small Enterprise Finance Agency (sefa) have launched a […]
Aurecon appoints new CEO
Global engineering and technical services company Aurecon today announced the appointment of Giam Swiegers as its new Chief Executive Officer […]
Cesa announces Aon engineering stars
Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) has announced the winners of the 2014 Aon Engineering Excellence Awards, which saw Aurecon, Aecom […]
CESA urges young professionals to take control of their future
While a survey of South Africa’s young consulting engineers has revealed a pessimistic perception of the industry, a clear message […]
Billions earmarked for Gauteng infrastructure development
R4.9-billion has been allocated to the Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development (DID) for capital and maintenance projects, mainly in health […]
Australia approves $16.5bn mine and rail scheme
Australia’s federal environment minister has approved a major coal mine development in Queensland that has the potential to create up […]
CPD accreditation for Architects and Quantity Surveyors
Given the recent and still pending regulatory changes and an evolution towards sustainable design, it is crucial for architects to […]
Together sustaining Consulting Engineering
Government through the NDP has identified infrastructure development as key to the socio economic development of the country. The Consulting […]
South Africa braces for more strike action
More than 220 000 National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) members would embark on indefinite industrial action in […]
Exclusive interview with the CEO of Ethiopian Electric Power in Ethiopia
The Women in Construction Excellence Award winner in the category: African Project Leader is Mrs. Azeb Asnake, the CEO of […]
Making your mark as a young person in the construction industry
The Women in Construction Excellence Award winner in the category: Emerging Excellence is Ms Adele Lombard, a Structural Engineer with […]
A beacon of hope for women in the construction industry
The Women in Construction Excellence Award winner in the category: Industry transformation is Ms Malani Padayachee-Saman, the Founder and CEO […]
Pan African engineering body needed
The Federation of African Engineering Organisations (FAEO) is seeking to create an African Council of Engineering under the auspices of […]
Cesa – engineering confidence up
Confidence in the engineering sector was up in the second half of last year as conditions continued to surprise firms, […]
Civilution taken forward
The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) has announced that the Civilution Forum, a body of like-minded voluntary associations, […]
ASEC Engineering expands into Sub-Saharan Africa
An Operations and Maintenance contract with Cimento Nacionale Ltda, a major cement producer in Mozambique, is the first step in […]
Thuli Madonsela’s message to engineers
Thuli Madonsela, Public Protector of South Africa is making headlines across the world following her revelations of South Africa’s President […]
SA engineering programme gains international recognition
The Vaal University of Technology (VUT) has received accreditation from the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for the engineering […]
Ground Stabilisation Technology – a 21st century, cost-effective solution
Uretek South Africa, is the South African licence holder for the patented Uretek Ground Stabilisation Technology, now established in 78 countries. […]
Civil Engineers unite to face challenges
Civilution, a re-defined understanding of Civil Engineering, was introduced by SAICE at their 2014 annual event held at Emperor’s Palace […]
‘We need to make Civil Engineering more exciting’
The SAICE International Bridge Building Competition and the Water Distribution Simulation illustrates to young learners what Civil Engineering is all […]
Submitting building plans to City of Cape Town will be easier
Submitting building plans is set to become easier, faster and paperless, with the City of Cape Town’s overhaul of the […]
Submitting building plans to City of Cape Town will be easier
Submitting building plans is set to become easier, faster and paperless, with the City of Cape Town’s overhaul of the […]
$400m deal to upgrade Harare roads
Zimbabwe’s capital Harare has agreed to sign a $400-million deal with a South African company to upgrade its dilapidated road […]
Africa now key says Johnstaff
Johnstaff MD Phil Johnston says he thinks Africa will grow hugely over the next decade, while the Australian market is […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day
To celebrate International Womens’ Day on 8 March 2014, Concrete.TV found this great video targetting future women engineers. Fewer than […]
Lafarge sponsors new engineering initiative
Lafarge South Africa announced that they are the new sponsor of the University of Johannesburg’s Civil Engineering Student Society. This […]
Newly appointed president of SAICE takes civil engineering to rural areas
The newly appointed SAICE president Stanford Mkhacane is on a mission to take civil engineering to remote and marginalised areas […]
Join Trevor Fowler as he engages on client and service provider relationships
A civil engineer by profession, Trevor Fowler has a wealth of experience and knowledge in the public and private sectors, […]
Safcec announces name change
The South African Federation of Civil Engineering Contractors has announced a name change. They will now be registered as the […]
ECSA looks forward to an increased pool of engineers
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) yesterday (18 Feb) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Palestinian Engineering […]
Seifsa broadens focus to SADC
The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of South Africa (Seifsa) has, as part of its ongoing growth strategy, approved amendments […]
Sustaining consulting engineering key to growing economy
Consulting Engineers South Africa says unintended consequences of competitive bidding for consulting engineering services are fewer innovation and training opportunities […]
Aveng promotes FD to CEO role
JSE-listed construction firm Aveng Group has announced the appointment of acting CEO and FD Kobus Verster as CEO, with immediate […]
Gibb appoints BEE heavyweight as chairperson
Consulting engineering firm Gibb has announced the appointment of black economic-empowerment (BEE) heavyweight and Black Management Forum founding member Don […]
Wits appeals for intensified construction industry, academia alliance
Fundamental to the evolution and development of South Africa’s engineering and construction industry is the ability of the industry and […]
Rope access techniques used to tackle spalling
Concrete.TV has an exclusive interview with Fabian Grenz, the Managing Director of SA Rope Access on how they tackled the […]
