BB Cranes is set to manufacture its first-ever 30-metre-span overhead crane, marking a significant milestone for the Cape Town-based company. This achievement is a direct result of enhanced manufacturing capabilities and an expanded factory floor, underscoring BB’s commitment to growth and innovation. The 30-metre double-girder electric overhead travelling crane, withContinue Reading
Skeltek Industrial Works (Pty) Ltd., a Namibian-owned company, relies on the Atlas Copco XAHS700 PACE compressors to efficiently, reliably, and safely handle dry bulk chemicals critical for offshore drilling and well-construction operations. These compressors have become a cornerstone of the company’s operations, ensuring seamless performance during demanding drilling campaigns. ProvenContinue Reading
Wardens Cartage, a Volvo Trucks customer for over two decades, took delivery of the country’s first Volvo FH 750hp Euro 5 6X4 Tractor with full air suspension and a new-generation Globetrotter Version 6 XXL cab. This milestone event was marked by a VIP customer handover ceremony hosted at the prestigiousContinue Reading
Volvo Trucks continuously develops its active safety systems to protect vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians, all with the purpose of taking steps towards the company’s long-term vision of zero accidents involving Volvo Trucks. The latest example is Volvo’s Active Side Collision Avoidance Support, where the keyContinue Reading
Lekki Port has expanded its global shipping services with the official launch of operations by the Cosco, Ocean Network Express (ONE), and ZIM alliance. This milestone was marked by the arrival of the EA Centaurus, the largest Cosco vessel ever to call at Nigeria, boasting a length of 277 metersContinue Reading
Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world’s leading shipping giants, has reported impressive financial results for the first nine months of 2024, with growth driven by strong demand and higher freight rates. The global shipping company, which plays a critical role in connecting Africa to international markets, saw a 5% increase inContinue Reading
BMG’s Tools & Equipment Lifting and Rigging division continues to lead the way in providing innovative solutions tailored for the lifting and rigging challenges faced by diverse industries across Africa. From agriculture to mining and marine operations, BMG offers high-quality products and expert support to ensure safe, efficient, and effectiveContinue Reading
In a strategic move to enhance global logistics capabilities, Kuehne+Nagel has acquired a 51% majority stake in IMC Logistics (IMC), a leading U.S.-based provider of marine drayage services. This acquisition, a testament to Kuehne+Nagel’s growth strategy, strengthens its access to North America’s critical logistics networks while setting the stage forContinue Reading
Drydocks World, Dubai, has entered into an agreement with Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries (ZPMC) to build a next-generation 5,000-tonne Floating Sheerleg Crane, set to become the largest of its kind in the Middle East and Africa. The project, which includes design, construction, testing, and commissioning, is expected to take aroundContinue Reading
Mammoet, the global leader in engineered heavy lifting and transport, has launched the SK6000, the world’s strongest land-based crane. Designed to accelerate large-scale energy and infrastructure projects, the SK6000 allows for the construction of larger components in parallel, enabling projects to be completed faster and more cost-effectively. The SK6000 playsContinue Reading
