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href="https://firstafricaguide.com/the-crucial-role-of-demolition-in-dam-maintenance/" rel="bookmark">The crucial role of demolition in dam maintenance</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/the-crucial-role-of-demolition-in-dam-maintenance/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/the-crucial-role-of-demolition-in-dam-maintenance/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>Demolition plays a crucial role in dam maintenance by facilitating the repair, renovation, or removal of structures to ensure the dam’s integrity, safety and functionality. Years of applied demolition research has enabled Jet Demolition to offer an integrated approach to dam rehabilitation. Over time, dams can develop structural issues such as cracks, weakened spillways or compromised foundations. Demolition of damaged sections allows for the safe removal of deteriorated materials, making way for repairs or replacements. For example, partial demolition of a spillway may be necessary to replace it with more…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/the-crucial-role-of-demolition-in-dam-maintenance/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16385" class="post-16385 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-assists-hvac-sector-to-navigate-changing-regulations/"> <img width="1280" height="853" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/FUCHS-RENISO-PAG.jpg" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /><noscript><img width="1280" height="853" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/FUCHS-RENISO-PAG.jpg" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-assists-hvac-sector-to-navigate-changing-regulations/" rel="bookmark">FUCHS LUBRICANTS assists HVAC sector to navigate changing regulations</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-assists-hvac-sector-to-navigate-changing-regulations/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-assists-hvac-sector-to-navigate-changing-regulations/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>The European Union’s increasingly stringent F-gases regulation continues to pose new challenges for the refrigeration industry. Enacted to reduce the environmental impact of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), this regulation mandates the phasedown of HFCs with high Global Warming Potential (GWP) and encourages the transition to sustainable alternatives. For the HVAC industry, these changes necessitate cutting-edge solutions in refrigeration oils, and FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is stepping up as a critical partner in this sector. In response to the European Climate Law and the need for stronger climate action, the European Commission reviewed…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-assists-hvac-sector-to-navigate-changing-regulations/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16382" class="post-16382 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/desmi-acquires-nordan-marine-to-strengthen-maritime-pump-solutions-portfolio/"> <img width="1002" height="564" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lngtankeradobestock_614701409.jpg" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="" data-srcset="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lngtankeradobestock_614701409.jpg 1002w, https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lngtankeradobestock_614701409-500x280.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 1002px) 100vw, 1002px" /><noscript><img width="1002" height="564" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lngtankeradobestock_614701409.jpg" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lngtankeradobestock_614701409.jpg 1002w, https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/lngtankeradobestock_614701409-500x280.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 1002px) 100vw, 1002px" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/desmi-acquires-nordan-marine-to-strengthen-maritime-pump-solutions-portfolio/" rel="bookmark">DESMI Acquires Nordan Marine to Strengthen Maritime Pump Solutions Portfolio</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/desmi-acquires-nordan-marine-to-strengthen-maritime-pump-solutions-portfolio/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/desmi-acquires-nordan-marine-to-strengthen-maritime-pump-solutions-portfolio/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>DESMI has announced its acquisition of Nordan Marine A/S, a Denmark-based provider of pumps and service solutions for cargo and fuel handling systems, including systems designed for LPG, LEG carriers, LNG vessels, and alternative fuel-capable ships. This acquisition reinforces DESMI’s commitment to delivering high-quality flow solutions and services across the maritime industry, while continuing to serve a broad range of other sectors. With this expansion, DESMI is enhancing its portfolio of gas cargo and fuel pump solutions, now incorporating advanced technologies for emerging and alternative fuel types. “As part of…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/desmi-acquires-nordan-marine-to-strengthen-maritime-pump-solutions-portfolio/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16335" class="post-16335 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/deploying-balancing-power-generation-technologies-could-save-e65-trillion-by-2050-shows-wartsilas-global-power-system-modelling/"> <img width="1500" height="845" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Photo-hybrid-power-plant-impression-Wartsila-Energy-Africa.jpg" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /><noscript><img width="1500" height="845" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Photo-hybrid-power-plant-impression-Wartsila-Energy-Africa.jpg" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/deploying-balancing-power-generation-technologies-could-save-e65-trillion-by-2050-shows-wartsilas-global-power-system-modelling/" rel="bookmark">Deploying balancing power generation technologies could save €65 trillion by 2050, shows Wärtsilä’s global power system modelling</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/deploying-balancing-power-generation-technologies-could-save-e65-trillion-by-2050-shows-wartsilas-global-power-system-modelling/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/deploying-balancing-power-generation-technologies-could-save-e65-trillion-by-2050-shows-wartsilas-global-power-system-modelling/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>Wärtsilä report shows an area the size of Europe will need to be covered with renewable power to reach a clean energy future, without the integration of balancing power technologies. Wärtsilä’s global power system modelling, published in the Crossroads to net zero report, compares two pathways from the year 2025 to 2050 with the aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit global warming, as per the Paris Agreement targets. In the first pathway, only renewables, such as wind and solar power, and energy storage are added to the power…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/deploying-balancing-power-generation-technologies-could-save-e65-trillion-by-2050-shows-wartsilas-global-power-system-modelling/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16332" class="post-16332 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/driving-innovation-in-grid-operation-and-protection-through-advanced-telecom-solutions/"> <img width="1920" height="1440" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/power_line.jpg" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="" data-srcset="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/power_line.jpg 1920w, https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/power_line-1536x1152.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><noscript><img width="1920" height="1440" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/power_line.jpg" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/power_line.jpg 1920w, https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/power_line-1536x1152.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/driving-innovation-in-grid-operation-and-protection-through-advanced-telecom-solutions/" rel="bookmark">Driving Innovation in Grid Operation and Protection Through Advanced Telecom Solutions</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/driving-innovation-in-grid-operation-and-protection-through-advanced-telecom-solutions/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/driving-innovation-in-grid-operation-and-protection-through-advanced-telecom-solutions/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>The integration of AI-driven grid management and advanced telecommunications solutions is revolutionising energy systems worldwide, and Africa is no exception. These technologies are critical enablers for enhancing grid reliability, optimising energy distribution, and protecting infrastructure in an increasingly complex energy landscape. The T&D Africa Conference, to be hosted on the 6th March 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa, will host a pivotal session titled “Enabling AI, Grid Operation, and Protection via Telecom Solutions”, bringing this essential conversation to the forefront.   Session Overview This highly anticipated session will explore the roles, strategies, and technologies that underpin…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/driving-innovation-in-grid-operation-and-protection-through-advanced-telecom-solutions/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16323" class="post-16323 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-sails-strong-into-2025-despite-economic-headwinds/"> <img width="512" height="768" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Left-–-right-Andrew-Cowling-Dr.-Siphilisiwe-Ndlovu-Craig-Bryson-Esther-Seabi-Ryan-Woods-Thami-Mzolo-Paul-Deppe-Annelia-Tshabala.jpg" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /><noscript><img width="512" height="768" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Left-–-right-Andrew-Cowling-Dr.-Siphilisiwe-Ndlovu-Craig-Bryson-Esther-Seabi-Ryan-Woods-Thami-Mzolo-Paul-Deppe-Annelia-Tshabala.jpg" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-sails-strong-into-2025-despite-economic-headwinds/" rel="bookmark">FUCHS LUBRICANTS sails strong into 2025 despite economic headwinds</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-sails-strong-into-2025-despite-economic-headwinds/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-sails-strong-into-2025-despite-economic-headwinds/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>The successful completion of its major investment programme has positioned FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA well for 2025 and “has significantly increased our growth potential,” comments MD Paul Deppe. The project saw a significant upgrade of FUCHS’ production facilities. “We have completed an expansion to our lubricants plant that increases our capacity by 40%,” reveals Deppe. It includes a new tank farm with modern blending facilities, a high degree of automation, and new filling equipment. “It enables us to meet customer demand more efficiently,” says Deppe. The company has also implemented…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/fuchs-lubricants-sails-strong-into-2025-despite-economic-headwinds/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16320" class="post-16320 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/our-country-needs-the-voice-of-reason-and-wisdom-to-resolve-the-mozambican-tragedy/"> <img width="1068" height="1032" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Gavin-Kelly-1068x1032-1.jpg" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /><noscript><img width="1068" height="1032" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Gavin-Kelly-1068x1032-1.jpg" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/our-country-needs-the-voice-of-reason-and-wisdom-to-resolve-the-mozambican-tragedy/" rel="bookmark">Our Country needs the voice of reason and wisdom to resolve the Mozambican tragedy</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/our-country-needs-the-voice-of-reason-and-wisdom-to-resolve-the-mozambican-tragedy/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/our-country-needs-the-voice-of-reason-and-wisdom-to-resolve-the-mozambican-tragedy/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>There is no need to regurgitate what is currently happening in Mozambique. But what is important is to highlight what that crisis has done to the South African economy – and more importantly – what it has highlighted as the weaknesses and fail-points in the greater South African logistics chain. The Road Freight Association (RFA) has repeatedly noted the security conditions, as well as interrupted logistics operations, to the various authorities – who have done admirable things above and beyond their daily requirements to address the symptoms (or consequences) of…</p> <a class="read-more" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/our-country-needs-the-voice-of-reason-and-wisdom-to-resolve-the-mozambican-tragedy/ "> Read More </a> </div> </div> </article><article id="post-16287" class="post-16287 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-national">  <div class="post-thumb"> <a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/metso-launches-modernized-anode-furnace-with-improved-impurity-removal-and-innovative-reductant-options-to-reduce-emissions/"> <img width="696" height="392" src="//firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/plugins/a3-lazy-load/assets/images/lazy_placeholder.gif" data-lazy-type="image" data-src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Metso-Next-geration-Outotec-Anode-Furnace-696x392-1.png" class="lazy lazy-hidden attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /><noscript><img width="696" height="392" src="https://firstafricaguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Metso-Next-geration-Outotec-Anode-Furnace-696x392-1.png" class="attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048 wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" /></noscript> </a> <span class="cat-links"><a class="at-cat-item-5" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/category/national/" rel="category tag">National</a> </span> </div> <div class="post-content"> <header class="entry-header"> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/metso-launches-modernized-anode-furnace-with-improved-impurity-removal-and-innovative-reductant-options-to-reduce-emissions/" rel="bookmark">Metso launches modernized Anode Furnace with improved impurity removal and innovative reductant options to reduce emissions</a></h2> <div class="entry-meta"> <span class="posted-on"><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/metso-launches-modernized-anode-furnace-with-improved-impurity-removal-and-innovative-reductant-options-to-reduce-emissions/" rel="bookmark"><i class="fa fa-calendar"></i><time class="entry-date published" datetime=""></time><time class="updated" datetime=""></time></a></span><span class="byline"> <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://firstafricaguide.com/author/admin/"><i class="fa fa-user"></i></a></span></span><span class="comments-link"><i class="fa fa-comment-o"></i><a href="https://firstafricaguide.com/metso-launches-modernized-anode-furnace-with-improved-impurity-removal-and-innovative-reductant-options-to-reduce-emissions/#respond">0 comment</a></span> </div> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>Metso Next geration Outotec Anode Furnace Metso is launching a next-generation Anode Furnace for reducing CO2 emissions, improving impurity removal capabilities and bringing flexibility in treating secondary materials. The upgraded Anode Furnace is part of the Metso Plus offering. “Raw materials pose both great challenges and opportunities for copper smelters today. Whether it is bringing in new primary concentrates, utilizing existing ones with degrading quality, or integrating secondary raw materials into existing processes, the demand for flexibility in the unit processes is growing. 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Mining’s core focus on safety means that every change in the way mines work has to be carefully assessed in terms of the uncertainty and unintended consequences it may bring to an established protocol or task. 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