MAJORITY OF CIVIL CONTRACTORS DISSATISFIED WITH PREVAILING BUSINESS CONDITIONS IN Q2
The FNB/BER Civil Confidence Index declined for the third consecutive quarter to register a level of 41 in 2Q2025, from 45 in 1Q2025.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR SITE
Finding the proper machine for earthworks or demolition keeps projects running smoothly. Many crews turn to crusher and screener hire when they need to break rock and sort it in one operation. With this setup, raw material moves through the crusher, then passes over screens that separate stone by size.
LEVERAGING DIGITAL TOOLS FOR CONSTRUCTION SUCCESS TO BUILD WITH INTELLIGENCE
The construction industry stands at a critical juncture. The combination of escalating material costs, labour shortages, stringent regulations and sustainability demands is squeezing profit margins and challenging project timelines.
SHARP DECLINE IN BUILDING CONFIDENCE INDEX CLOUDS SOUTH AFRICAN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK
The FNB/BER Building Confidence Index has taken a significant hit, plunging five points to a troubling 36 in the second quarter of 2025 after a modest gain in the first quarter.
OPINION PIECE: THE FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION – HOW MODULAR SOLUTIONS ARE TRANSFORMING EFFICIENCY, COST, AND SUSTAINABILITY IN SOUTH AFRICA
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the demand for faster, smarter, and more sustainable building solutions.
ENHANCING PROJECT DESIGN WITH MORE EFFICIENT HAULAGE AND MATERIALS HANDLING
When engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firms plan new mining projects or expansions, the cost of mine development, system installation and operating the materials handling system is front-of-mind – and this is where hybrid technologies like Railveyor attract growing interest.
Infrastructure South Africa hosts the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa 2025, 25 to 27 May
The Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) will host the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa 2025 between 25 and 27 May in Century City, Cape Town.
HOW THE ABT HOUSING PROGRAMME IS TRANSFORMING SOUTH AFRICA’S HOUSING LANDSCAPE
The Alternative Building Technology (ABT) housing programme, supported by the National Home Builders Registration Council and the Department of Human Settlements, has been hailed for its potential to accelerate the construction of RDP houses and temporary shelters for disaster relief.
Trade commission protects legacy steel giant from competitive imports
The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) has imposed a 9% tariff on imported hot-rolled steel to protect domestic producers, in particular the legacy steelmaker ArcelorMittal South Africa (Amsa).
INTRODUCING THE EAZI ACCESS REPAIR & SERVICE CENTRE
Eazi Access is excited to announce the opening of its Repair & Service Centre, the first of its kind, based in Pretoria which has a dedicated support team to look after its customer’s Manitou machine repairs, refurbishments and services.
