African Review February 2013

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Technology meets commerce to benefit the Ghanaian petroleum economy

24 FinanceSatellite technnology supports the finances of Ethiopia’s small-scale agriculturalists; and anaccount of radical solutions for financial institutions

30 TechnologyImproving security amid concerns over the development of mobile money

33 LogisticsThe gantry cranes that are serving Nigerian port operations; and a hybrid system for SouthAfrican logistics

36 PowerContinuing advances in energy generation with new solar technologies

42 ConstructionHow Doosan delivers on heavy machinery; notes on contracting for demolition; infrastructurefor South African water supply; and the building of a new solar power facility in Algeria

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PowerEngine servicing andmaintenance P38

ConstructionCutting and drilling insouthern Africa P48

Co-generation to reduce

electricity costs

Nigeria’snew porthandlingequipment

P40

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MiningMineral resources in Angola,Nigeria and Sierra Leone P51

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Llewellyn Hartnick atThales speaks on securityin mobile banking P30

Editor’s Note

Cover picture: Investment, industry andenvironment are the principal drivers oftechnological development in today’s Africa(Photo: Metix; Top Inset: Konecranes; BottomInset: Thales)

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This issue of African Review of Business and Technology addresses investment, industry andthe environment. African individuals and organisations may be increasingly likely to use

the Internet to manage, spend and invest their money - but on-the-ground technologies stillmatter to investors. In this issue, read how the combination of commercial interests andadvanced equipment serves West Africa’s petroleum industry on page 22. Learn about therelationship between global financial structures and local agriculture on page 24. Improveunderstanding of the technologies and practices underpinning mobile money and commerceon pages 27-32. Logistics is covered on pages 33 and 34, with articles on ports handling andon road transport. Renewables feature strongly, with reference to innovations at SolarWorld onpage 36, and notes on the construction of a new facility for solar energy generation at page48. Construction covered between these stories includes a brief on demolition, and the roll-out of infrastructure for the water sector. With respect to the mining sector, there areappraisals of prospects in Angola, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone between pages 51 and 54.

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Dana Gas, one of the largest natural gasproducers in Egypt, has announced

new gas discoveries that push provenreserves to more 17mn barrels of oilequivalent (boe).

Dana Gas, with headquarters in the UnitedArab Emirates, announced two new onshorenatural gas discoveries in the Nile Deltabasin of Egypt. Dana Gas Executive DirectorRashid al-Jarwan said the discoverieshighlighted the company's long-termcommitment to the Egyptian natural gasindustry."Our latest two discoveries confirm the NileDelta as a prolific hydrocarbon-bearingbasin," he said in a statement.The reserve range for the Balsam-1 discoverywas estimated at 76bn -436bn cubic feet ofnatural gas. The reserve range for the seconddiscovery, Alyam-1, was estimated at 8bn -66bn cubic feet of natural gas.The company is the sixth largest natural gasproducer in Egypt. In a country with anestimated 70 trillion cubic feet of natural gasreserves, Dana said the latest discoveriesshould increase its commercial reserves byat least 17mn boe.

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The Algerian company SociéteNationale pour la Recherche, laProduction, le Transport, laTransformation et la Commercialisationdes Hydrocarbures, SpA (Sonatrach)signed an agreement with Gas NaturalFenosa recently, by which Gas NaturalFenosa acquired from Sonatrach a 10per cent shareholding in Medgaz, thecompany which owns the property andoperates the Algeria-Europe underwatergas pipeline connecting Beni Saf withthe Almeria coast, with a 8 bcm perannum capacity.The acquisition of this shareholding isassociated to the transfer to Gas NaturalFenosa of 10 per cent of the gaspipeline’s transport capacity. Thiscapacity will be used for a new supplycontract of 0.8 bcm per year. The supplycontract lasts for 18 years and deliverieswill begin in the coming month of February.With this agreement, Gas Natural Fenosa continues to strengthen its gas supplies and toconsolidate its relationship with the Algerian company, with whom it has already signedlong-term gas supply contracts for a total of 9 bcm of gas, transported to Spain throughMorocco and the Straits of Gibraltar by means of the Maghreb-Europe gas pipeline, ofwhich it is the majority shareholder.The new supply contract and the purchase of 10 per cent of Medgaz by the Spanishenergy multinational is part of the set of agreements reached between the company andSonatrach in June 2011, which permitted the groundwork to be laid for a strongercollaboration between both companies and their respective groups.

The Board and General Assembly of Joint Oil’s have approved Sonde Resources Corp toenter the second Exploration Phase extending an exploration work programme for a‘three exploratory wells’ obligation under an Exploration and Production SharingAgreement (EPSA) to December 2015. EPSA manages the Second Phase. Its workprogramme includes:● One Exploratory well, which must be drilled by the end of each year beginning in 2013.● Acquisition by Sonde of 200 sq km of 3D seismic in the ‘B’ area offshore Libya.

Jack Schanck, President and CEO, said, “Joint Oil has assisted Sonde by recognising theincreased costs and operational challenges in moving the Zarat Field development andexploratory effort forward by extending our obligations into the second phase of theexploration period.”

Egypt pushes Dana Gas production


Agenda / NorthGas Natural Fenosa strengthens its relationship with Sonatrach

Sonde and Joint Oil take on wells

The acquisitionof a 10 per centshareholding inMedgaz implies

a transport capacityin the pipeline

of 0.8 bcm per annum -which will be used

to transport to Europe,according with

a new long-term,gas supply contract

which is part of a set ofagreements reached

in June 2011


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Engen has signed a strategic partnership with the Kenya IndependentPetroleum Dealers Association (KIPEDA) paving the way for a fairerpricing system in Kenya.Under the deal, Engen will supply fairly-priced fuel and lubricants, andtechnical support to service station operations, to independent dealerswith no links to MOCs. The move will bring an end to unfair anddiscriminatory trade practices at depots as well as erratic supply, therebysafeguarding indigenous Kenyan petroleum enterprises.Independent local Kenyan dealers currently operate more than 500 sites –making up half of the Kenyan retail petroleum sector, and KIPEDA’sChairman, Engineer Kariuki, saw a way to leverage the strength of itsmembers to their collective benefit by suggesting the strategicpartnership with Engen.

“The deal assures Kenyan independents and indigenous businesses ofefficient and easy access to quality petroleum products, at a fair andcompetitive price,” said Engen Kenya’s MD.“The deal with Engen will help us overcome erratic fuel and lubricantssupply, uneconomic price margins, lack of access to quality products andother constraints,” Kariuki added.The agreement makes Engen the largest oil retailer in East Africa’s biggesteconomy.Engen is the official Oil Partner at PetroForum Africa, a businessnetworking event for the petroleum retail industry, taking place in CapeTown, South Africa, 4-6 March 2013.

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National Express Bus has sent two more DriverTraining Instructors to Africa with Transaid,further cementing the company’s relationshipwith the industry charity, which saves livesthrough transportation-related projects acrossthe developing world.The trip was part of National Express’scontinued commitment to support Transaid thisyear, with trainers Phil Reynolds and KevinRoberts spending two weeks training six drivinginstructors at Tanzania’s National Institute ofTransport (NIT) in Dar es Salaam.Reynolds says, “I’ve been with National Expressfor 26 years, and this was one of the mostchallenging and rewarding experiences I havefaced with the company. I was proud to frontour engagement with Transaid in Tanzania andwould recommend the experience to anyoneelse in the industry who might be consideringit.”Gary Forster, Chief Executive of Transaid, says,“Road crashes are now the biggest killer ofeconomically productive adults around theworld, according to the World HealthOrganisation. But Transaid is only as strong as itspartners in tackling this problem, and NationalExpress has been a stalwart partner in our life-saving efforts in Tanzania.”During regular working hours at NationalExpress, Reynolds and Roberts deliver training

interventions that cover a wide spectrum ofcontent from training new people to attain theUK PCV licence, to coaching existing driverswith many years service in the most up to datepractises of safe driving techniques, customerservice and company values.The men had to cope with a language barrier todeliver instructor training to two of the sixinstructors they were training. They focused ondriving ability, instructional techniques, anddaily vehicle check training. They placed anemphasis on on-the-road training rather thanclassroom-based theory, and prepared reportsfor Transaid and the NIT on their experience.Reynolds and Roberts also updated a blog oftheir experiences in Tanzania atwww.nationalexpresstanzania.squarespace.com

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Agenda / EastEAC leader seekscollective effort onCommon Market

Transaid gains National Expresssupport for Tanzanian instruction

The Secretary General of the East African Community Ambassador Dr Richard

Sezibera has called for collective efforts tosuccessfully implement the Common MarketProtocol in the Partner States.

Opening the first EAC Secretary General’sForum of Civil Society Organisations and thePrivate Sector today, Amb. Seziebra said thatCommon Market’s realization would take a lotof hard work from all in order to achieve theintended results and reap envisioned mutualbenefits. The Forum was to evaluate theimplementation of the two-year CommonMarket Protocol.In order to speed up the Common Market’soperationalization, he said Partner Stateswould set up Implementation Committeesand urged all stakeholders to render fullsupport to them.The Secretary General also wanted the privatesector to take the lead in fulfilling the Treaty’srequirement as the Community’s engine ofgrowth, saying that the sector was wealth-creating and necessary to spin the economiesof the Partner States. He noted one of thereasons which led to the collapse of theformer EAC, was a lack of participation of thecivil society and private sector.

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Attendance at African PetroForum,which is to be held in Cape Town in

4-6 March 2013, has stepped up a gear,with confirmation that three of thebiggest names in petroleum retail will beattending - underlining the importanceof Africa in their companies’ globalstrategies.Martin Gafinowitz, President of GilbarcoVeeder-Root - a global leader inintegrated technology solutions in theretail petroleum industry - will be joininghis team to represent the company asGold Partner to the event. Gafinowitz,whose remit is to lead a company of over4,000 employees with offices throughoutNorth and South America, Europe, Asia,Pacific Rim, Middle East and Africa,clearly sees value in the African region.He says, “The African market is evolvingrapidly and this event allows us tounderstand the changes andopportunities for the region. Ourpresence in Africa is continuing to growand this forum is a great way to developour network.”Tokheim - one of the world’s largestproviders of fuel retailing solutions, witha presence in more than thirty countriesaround the globe - will also berepresented at the highest level by itsCEO, Baudouin de la Tour, who heads upTokheim’s global network of Sales andService Divisions (SSDs). He says,“Tokheim are investing in and committedto supporting our customers in Africa. Webelieve in the potential of the market,and we have the perfect solutions to helpthem be more successful.”

The last of the trio of industry leadersto head to Cape Town for the Forum isDamian Tracey, President of EMEA atWayne. Wayne – a global fuel dispensermanufacturer for retail and fleetapplications – has been shaping theretail and fleet fuelling industry sincedesigning their first pump in 1891.

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South African Public Enterprises Minister MrMalusi Gigaba recently delivered the 100thsalt wagon produced at Transnet SOC Ltd’smanufacturing plant in Uitenhage forBotswana Rail.This places the Eastern Cape region at thecentre of Transnet’s plans to accelerate itssales of heavy equipment to the rest ofAfrica. The delivery is part of an initial 260-wagon order for specialised wagons toconvey bulk chemical grade salt from SuaPan in Botswana to Sasol’s factories in SouthAfrica. In total, Botswana Rail has ordered562 wagons for manufacturing. These arebeing designed, engineered and produced atTransnet Rail Engineering’s manufacturingplant in Uitenhage – just outside PortElizabeth in the Eastern Cape province ofSouth Africa. Minister Gigaba said thepartnership between Transnet and BotswanaRail signalled the beginning of the newapproach to intra-regional co-operation todrive Africa’s economy. Additionally, Transnethas manufacturing plants in Koedoespoort,Pretoria, for locomotives in partnership withoriginal equipment manufacturers, Salt Riverin the Western Cape for coaches, wheels andother rolling stock components andBloemfontein among others.“We will exploit Transnet Rail Engineering’ssignificant capacity and competence withregards to heavy engineering, especially in

rail and port equipment manufacturing todrive Africa’s industrialisation and thereforeeconomic growth,” the Minister added. ForTransnet, he said, opportunities orpartnerships like these will go a long waytowards diversifying Transnet RailEngineering’s revenue through increasedsales to external clients. Minister Gigaba hasdeveloped an Africa Strategy to guide state-owned companies under his department,including Transnet, SAA, Eskom and armsmanufacturer, Denel. The strategy targetsvarious countries including Angola, Ghana,Mozambique and Tanzania. The BotswanaRail agreement follows the successfulexecution of an order for 200 wagons formining giant Rio Tinto’s operations inMozambique at the same plant. The twoawards are in line with Transnet’s AfricaStrategy.The project included the development oftwo new prototype car-transport wagonswith adjustable hydraulic top decks in linewith specific requirements from thecustomer - one of Transnet’s greatestengineering achievements.Encouragingly, Transnet Rail Engineering wasawarded the contract through an opentender, confirming that the Uitenhage planthas the capacity and ability to compete withthe best rolling stock manufacturers aroundthe world.

Africa’s burgeoning middle class represents the biggest trade opportunity for the world’s food andbeverage industry over the next two decades, says John Thomson, managing director of ExhibitionManagement Services, organiser of Africa’s Big Seven (AB7, www.exhibitionsafrica.com), the largestfood and beverage trade show on the African continent, taking place 30 June to 2 July at GallagherConvention Centre, Midrand.“From agribusiness and food processing to food retailing, the food service industry and the fast foodphenomenon, Africa is already providing a thriving market for companies operating in thesesectors,” adds Thomson. He should know; he has hosted AB7 in Johannesburg annually for over adecade. The seven-in-one food and beverage show is a versatile platform for tapping into Africanmarkets and promoting trade. The 2012 event attracted 8,730 buyers from 53 countries, of which 23were from the continent.

Big guns converge onPetroForum Africa


Agenda / SouthWagons order for Transnet’s Eastern Cape Factory

AB7 targets food and beverages



Intertek recently opened a newtechnologically advanced calibration

laboratory in its Takoradi Port facility,launched earlier this year to provideindependent petroleum industry testing andinspection. The introduction of calibrationservices builds on this to serve a widercustomer base in the growing market.Intertek has invested approximately£600,000 (US$969,000) in Ghana since 2011,with the opening of its office in Accra andnow the combined comprehensivecalibration, testing and inspection facility inTakoradi - which will help energy companiesin the area undertake efficient operationsthrough the most accurate measurementand testing.Africa is estimated to have 70 per cent of theworld’s undiscovered oil, according to theAfrican Economic Outlook report, and Ghanahas seen a number of significant oil findssuch as the Jubilee field which may hold upto one billion barrels.Augustin Bogoloh, Regional Manager, Ghanaand French West Africa, for Intertek, said: “Wehave seen significant growth in Ghana’spetroleum industry and Intertek aims toprovide the best service to oil and gascompanies in Ghana and the wider region.The new first class laboratory for calibrationexpands on our existing services in Ghanaand underlines our commitment to WestAfrica.”

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Research commissioned by mobile advertising network Twinpine has given fresh insightinto the unprecedented growth of the African mobile market, revealing that mobilepenetration is driving Internet usage across West Africa and playing a fundamental role infuelling economic growth. The study - An analysis of Mobile Technology in West Africa: TheCase Of Nigeria, Ghana and Cote D’Ivoire was carried out in conjunction with Kenya-basediHub Research and analysed mobile usage across Nigeria, Ghana and the Ivory Coast.Mobile penetration in these three countries has been growing at a phenomenal pace overthe past five years. The study found that mobile subscriptions in all three countries havemore than doubled between 2007 and 2011, with the combined total now standing atover 130mn. The report also revealed that in West Africa, mobile Internet use has grownsignificantly in recent years to reach penetration levels almost equal to fixed line use forthe first time. For example, in Nigeria fixed Internet usage stands at 28 per cent comparedto 26 per cent for mobile Internet usage. While in Ghana fixed Internet subscriptions are at10 per cent and mobile Internet at nine per cent.Despite the growth in mobile, total Internet usage is still below half of the total populationin all countries studied. This is a result of the lack of fixed line Internet infrastructure withinmuch of Africa, which continues to hinder Internet adoption rates. Mobile Internet ischanging this trend and bringing Internet to the masses. Its exponential growth in WestAfrica in the last three years alone signals a change in how people connect to and enjoythe Internet. The research shows that mobile Internet penetration will continue to grow atpace in the next 12 months, and as such it is clear from the data that mobile Internet use isset to surpass fixed within the next year. A key factor for this is the phenomenal uptake ofsmartphones by young people who will be accessing the Internet and using socialnetworks from these devices. This is reflected by this research finding that the mostpopular website visited on phones across all three countries is Facebook.Elo Umeh, CEO Twinpine and Co-chair of the Mobile Marketing Association, West Africa

said, “Poor fixed line infrastructure in Africa has acted as a barrier to Internet adoption forthe majority of people, and is the reason for limited broadband adoption across thecontinent. However the exponential growth of the mobile market in Africa is playing acritical role in closing the digital divide by giving the African population widespread accessto a rich variety of affordable mobile technologies. As the research shows, mobile Internetis set to quickly become the primary method of going online.”

Alcatel-Lucent and Main One Cable Company Limited have renewed their marine maintenancecontract for Main One’s submarine cable system connecting Portugal to Nigeria over 7,000kmand contributing to enhance overall African and international connectivity. Delivering high-speed bandwidth of 1.92Tbit/s, the Main One cable enables cost-effective access to globalinformation, data and markets in Western Africa. As a member of the Atlantic Private Maintenance Agreement (APMA), Main One will continueto manage and maintain its network at the highest level of performance. Under the servicelevel agreement, Alcatel-Lucent will make available its maintenance vessels, as well asexperienced, fully trained, and certified specialist personnel for cable repairs.

Ever-efficient energyoperations in Ghana

The facility in Takoradi can test andinspect a wide range of crude oiland refined petroleum products


Agenda / WestMobile Internet now used as widely as fixed line Internet

New maintenance contract forundersea communications cable



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March4-6PetroForum AfricaCape Town, South Africaopenroomevents.com

5-6IFSEC West AfricaLagos, Nigeriawww.ifsecwestafrica.com

6Africa Economic ForumJohannesburg, South Africawww.petro21.com

6-8National Agribusiness Forum(NAF)Lusaka, Zambiawww.africa-agriculture.co.za

11-12Mobile Money World AfricaJohannesburg, South Africawww.terrapinn.com

11-13Mozambique Gas SummitMaputo, Mozambiquewww.mozambique-gas-summit.com

12-14CABSATDubai, UAEwww.cabsat.com

12-15Propak Africa/Pro-Plas AfricaJohannesburg, South Africawww.propakafrica.co.za

13-14Banking & Mobile Money WestAfricaLagos, Nigeriaaitecafrica.com

17-18Banking & Mobile Money WestAfricaAccra, Ghanaaitecafrica.com

19-22International Materials HandlingExhibition (IMHX)Birmingham, UKwww.imhx.biz

20-22Private Equity World AfricaLondon, UKwww.terrapinn.com

April8-10Power & Electricity World AfricaJohannesburg, South Africawww.terrapinn.comza

9-11Liberian Mining, Energy &Petroleum (LIMEP)Monrovia, Liberiawww.limep.com

15-21baumaMunich, Germanywww.bauma.de

22-25Infrastructure LibyaTripoli, Libyawww.infrastructurelibya.com

22-25Oil & Gas LibyaTripoli, Libyawww.oilandgaslibya.com

23-24MED PortsAlexandria, Egyptwww.transportevents.com

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Bulletin / MineralsOffering opportunities to invest in African miningTaking place this year in Cape Town, in South

Africa, 4-7 February, Investing in African

Mining Indaba has helped to generate and

channel billions of dollars of foreign

investment into the African mining value chain

for 19 years, with the world’s largest gathering

of the mining sectors key stakeholders and

decision-makers attending in increasing

numbers annually; 2012 was a record-breaking

year, with more than 7,000 individuals

representing more than 1,500 international

companies from 100 countries and

approximately 45 African and non-African

government delegations, and the 2013

programme has drawn from 2012 session

favorites, which offered the audience the most

variety, value and vision, specifically in order to

deliver the information relevant to a global

audience and create critical networking

opportunities that will further establish and

nurture the important business relationships.

Minerals sorting firms merge to gain massThe German company CommodasUltrasort

GmbH has merged with its German sister

company TOMRA Sorting GmbH, to form

TOMRA Sorting GmbH, furthering the TOMRA

brand integration process; the entity will bring

previously different parts of the business closer

and present them to the market as one unified

entity – TOMRA Sorting Solutions – which is

even stronger than before; in September 2012

CommodasUltrasort was selected a member of

the international AngloGold Ashanti

Technology Innovation Consortium.

Australia engages with African miners Austrade and Australia’s Department of

Foreign Affairs (DFAT) invited participants at

Mining Indaba to join them for discussions on

bilateral investment and partnership

opportunities, with respect to African mining

endeavours; the Australia Lounge was

supply of materials handling systems, both

underground and surface, for a new coal mine,

and the scope of supply includes engineering

design, procurement and construction for the

Shondoni Mine Materials Handling system.

Reporting on risk environmentsand reward scenariosPrepared and published by Ernst & Young,

‘Business Risks Facing Mining and Metals 2012-

2013’ indicate that the top ten risks facing

mining enterprises are essentially the same as

they were a year ago - but they have become

significantly more extreme and more complex

due to the fast changing investment and

operational environment; resource nationalism

retains the number one risk ranking, with

many governments seeking a greater take

from the sector, as a wave of new requirements

such as mandated beneficiation, export levies

and limits on foreign ownership mean projects

have been deferred or delayed because of the

degraded risk/reward equation; “The bottom

line is that if returns start to wane, then there is

a greater imperative for organisations to tightly

and effectively manage their risks to maintain

an adequate risk/reward balance,” says Michael

Elliot, Global Mining and Metals Leader at Ernst

& Young.

designed to deliver shared networking and

meeting facilities including a range of services

such as refreshments and a professional

registered entry operation, and a Ministerial

Lounge to capitalise on Australia’s capacity to

attract Ministers from throughout Sub-Saharan

Africa.

ICMM releases fresh research on investment Research conducted by ICMM - titled

‘Engaging with investors in the mining and

metals sector’ - offers evaluation of how

responsible investment analysts, investment

research organisations and the investment

press view the social and economic

performance of the mining and metals sector,

with findings informed in part by engagement

with over 30 responsible investment

organisations in Europe, North America and

Australia; the research was motivated by a

recognition that investors’ views on social and

environmental issues are critically important to

the mining and metals industry, and have the

potential to implicate individual company

reputations, the reputation of the sector as a

whole as well as influencing investment

decisions.

Sasol and Sandvik sign systems agreement Sandvik Mining has signed a mining systems

contract valued at approximately US$99.3mn

with Sasol Mining (Pty) Ltd for the Shondoni

Mine Materials Handling project in South

Africa; contributing to Sandvik Mining's

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The growing LP appetite for private equityIt’s been a busy year for the private equity sector

in Africa. While growth forecasts across the

world have reached new lows, for Africa 2012

heralded development and new projects, and

with it saturated media attention. The image of

a poverty-stricken, aid-dependent Africa has

quickly been replaced with the idea of a

continent ripe with potential and open for

business. Africa no longer remains the remit for

adventurous investors looking for the final

frontier, especially as confidence in the

Eurozone dwindles. But for many investors

newly turning their attention to the

opportunities the continent has to offer, Africa

still seems like a volatile option marred with

political instability, regional differences and

infrastructure challenges.

Attempting to demystify some of these

processes, David Creighton of Cordiant Capital,

notably selected to co-manage the Canada

Investment Fund for Africa in 2004, will be

sharing some of his experiences at the 2nd

Annual Private Equity World Africa congress

held in London in March this year. Drawing on

lessons learned from Cordiant’s investments

across 52 African countries, Creighton will also

discuss some of the obstacles PE firms have to

overcome to successfully close a deal, as well as

strategies for responding to unprecedented

changes during the investment lifecycle.

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Equatorial Guinea integrates scientistsA Sub-Regional Conference on Surgery in

Central Africa was held recently in Equatorial

Guinea, to help integrate local surgical societies

more effectively in the international scientific

world. Surgical society members from

Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, Central African

Republic, Chad, Congo and Gabon gathered in

Malabo in December 2012 for a two-day

conference, which provided surgeons and

surgical specialists with the opportunity to

collaborate and exchange ideas on the practices

they undertake in their countries. The

conference sessions focused on tropical surgical

pathology, endoscopic surgery in its current

situation and prospects, cancer or tumour

surgery, and trauma emergencies.

Equatorial Guinea recently hosted the 7th ACP

Summit in Sipopo - where Agapito Mba

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Bulletin / Oil & GasNew opportunities for Nigerian oil & gas firmsTaking place 18-21 February in Abuja, held

under the patronage of the Ministry of

Petroleum Resources and the Nigerian

National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), the

2013 edition of Nigeria Oil & Gas (NOG,

cwcnog.com) will again be the meeting place

for key industry players within the Nigerian

energy sector to meet, hear the latest industry

updates and do business; in its 13th year, NOG

will again attract all key players within the

Nigerian energy sector and will include a

strategic conference, an Energy Finance

Seminar, a Nigerian Content Seminar, and

Technical Sessions.

New Nigerian assets for Oando Energy Resources

Indigenous Nigerian energy group Oando PLC

announced recently that its affiliate Oando

Energy Resources (OER) has entered into

Wärtsilä set to build thermal power stationFinnish group Wärtsilä has signed a contract

with the Ressano Garcia Thermal Plant, a

partnership between South African

petrochemical group Sasol and Mozambican

power company Electricidade de Moçambique

(EdM), worth 138mn euros (US$180.5mn), to

build the largest gas-fired power plant in

Mozambique - to be supplied with natural gas

extracted by the Sasol group in the Pande and

Temane gas fields of Mozambique’s Inhambane

province; Wärtsilä will also build a secondary

plant and a pipeline to receive the natural gas.

Nigerian crude oil production rises In keeping with its target to grow its production

to 250,000 barrels per day by 2015, the Nigerian

Petroleum Development Company - the

Exploration and Production subsidiary of the

Nigerian National Petroleum Company - has

been undertaking aggressive drilling on some

of its oil mining leases leading to increased

production - with the latest of NPDC’s

production strides being the successful drilling

of Okono 6 and 7 oil wells in OML 119, which are

currently yielding 12,000 barrels per day; NPDC

Managing Director Victor Briggs explained that

Okono 6 and 7 wells are significant because

they represent the company’s independent

efforts at growing production and also because

of the prolific nature of the wells.

agreements with ConocoPhillips (COP) to

acquire COP’s entire business interests in

Nigeria for a total cash consideration of

US$1.79bn plus customary adjustments; OER

believes that the proposed acquisition

represents a significant opportunity for

growth, with a 20 per cent working interest in

the NAOC JV - which includes forty discovered

oil and gas fields with remaining oil and gas

recovery, approximately 950km of crude oil,

natural gas liquids (NGL) and natural gas

pipelines, two gas processing plants, the Brass

River Oil Terminal, the Kwale-Okpai 480MW

combined cycle gas-fired power plant (Kwale-

Okpai IPP) and associated infrastructure.

CC JV gains contract forliquefaction in MozambiqueA joint venture comprising CB&I and Chiyoda

Corporation, CC JV has been awarded a

contract for the Front End Engineering and

Design (FEED) for the onshore natural gas

liquefaction facility project in an LNG park in

the Cabo Delgado Province of northern area of

the Republic of Mozambique by Anadarko

Moçambique Area 1 Limitada; the project has

the potential to expand its capacity up to

approximately 50mn metric tonnes per annum

(mmtpa) of LNG in the future, and the FEED is

set to deliver designs for the initial phase of the

Mozambique LNG project of four trains each

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Gathering together specialists on shipping and port handling in the Indian OceanThe 7th Indian Ocean Ports and Logistics 2013 Exhibition and

Conference (www.transportevents.com) will take place for the first

time in Mozambique at the Rainbow Hotel, Beira hosted by Cornelder

de Moςambique on 27-28 February 2013; over two days, the

conference will feature 30 world-class speakers in global transport and

logistics attended by a prestigious gathering of 250 senior executive

delegates from the world’s leading shippers, cargo owners, shipping

lines, freight forwarders, logistics companies, importers/exporters,

ports, terminal operating companies, railway operators, airports, port

equipment and services suppliers from the USA, Europe, Africa, the

Middle East and Asia - and the opportunity for 30 exhibitors and

sponsors to showcase latest products and services to altogether 250

international participants.

Exhibiting for Middle Eastern ports, shipping and transport logistics The 9th Trans Middle East 2013 takes place 29-30 May 2013 in Beirut,

Lebanon; Trans Middle East is one of the biggest annual container

ports, shipping and transport logistics B2B exhibition and conference

events attracting 500 decision makers from port authorities; terminal

operating companies; shipping lines and logistics companies

throughout the Middle East region.

Moving across multiple modes of Southern African transport for businessThe 11th Intermodal Africa South 2013 event is scheduled to be held

28-29 November 2013 at the Feather Market Convention Center in Port

Elizabeth, South Africa. Organised by Transport Events Management

Limited, Intermodal Africa South is the biggest annual container ports,

shipping and transport logistics exhibition and conference event for

businesses in Southern Africa.

North African intermodal specialists gain show space for eleventh yearA counterpart to Intermodal Africa South, the 11th Intermodal Africa

North 2013 will be held 27-28 March 2013 at the King Fahd Palace

Hotel in Dakar, Senegal; now in its 11th successful year, Intermodal

Africa North 2013 is acknowledged as the biggest annual container

ports, shipping and transport logistics exhibition and conference event

in Northern Africa.

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Business in West Africansafety and security

IFSEC West Africa, sponsored by GuardiaSystems Ltd is a world-class CommercialSecurity, Homeland Security, Fire and Safety

Exhibition, which will take place at the EKOConvention Centre in Lagos from 5-6 March2013.

“Now in its third year, IFSEC West Africa is theonly event of its kind in the West African regionthat is supported by government and majorIndustry Associations,” says Baytir Samba, ProjectManager at UBM Montgomery West Africa. “Itprovides exhibitors with the opportunity toexpand business operations in an untapped andhighly lucrative West African market, whileoffering local and international visitors with thewidest range of local and international security,fire and safety innovations.”

Stressing safetyIFSEC West Africa 2013 includes the launch of adedicated Safety Pavilion, providing thoseexhibitors that specialise in occupational safetyand health products and solutions with theideal opportunity to showcase products andeducate visitors about new standards and bestpractice. The Safety Pavilion will provide a

dedicated exhibition area for visitors tosee and compare the

widest range of

innovative safety solutions while networkingwith industry experts from all aspects of safety.

Samba says that IFSEC West Africa is thepremier event for any security professionalwithin the West African region to discover thelatest local and global security products,technologies and innovations.

“Jam-packed with leading local andinternational suppliers, manufacturers anddistributors, IFSEC West Africa is the ideal placeto source new products and services as well ascompare supplier offerings from over 70exhibitors,” he says. “It provides the idealplatform in an impartial environment to makethe best purchasing decisions for yourorganisation.”

Over 40 per cent of visitors to last year’s eventcame from Africa, mostly dynamic professionalslooking to make connections and explore newopportunities.

“We have visitors from Egypt, Ivory Coast,Liberia, Nigeria and South Africa, to name a few,”says Samba. “Over the last few years, IFSEC WestAfrica has positioned itself as an African eventwith a strong international reputation, attractingsecurity stakeholders looking to source securitysolutions from hundreds of top exhibitors.”

A show for entire security supply chainIn 2012, IFSEC West Africa logged 1,750 visitors,firmly establishing itself as the premier eventthat brings an entire security supply chaintogether. Overall, the show is gaining traction inthe marketplace, with top security brands suchas Guardia Systems, Trivest Technologies andTrends Ventures coming on board as sponsorsof the event.

“Security in West Africa is a rapidly growingmarket with many people drawn to its vastscope and inherent opportunities,” he added.

With more than 2,000 visitors expected atIFSEC West Africa 2013, the expo provides theopportunity for both visitors and exhibitors toextend and maintain their network of contactswith like-minded professionals. In addition,IFSEC West Africa’s Educational Seminarsprovide a panel of high-profile industry expertsanswer specific questions on issues rangingfrom implementation to best practice examples,worldwide case studies and more.

The show focuses on CCTV installations andmonitoring, access control, intruder alarms, ITsecurity and guarding. It also caters for nichesectors, with sophisticated technology such asRFID and smartcards, night vision optics,counter terrorism and architectural hardware.

As an established global brand, IFSEC hostsevents in the UK, India, Arabia, Asia and otherparts of Africa, showcasing the best of theglobal industry but making it relevant to theneeds of a local market. Most visitors to theshow are involved in CCTV installation andmonitoring, access control, biometrics, alarmsand IT network security.

“IFSEC West Africa 2013 unites Africa in itsquest to find the most innovative solutions forthe future,” says Samba.

“As a show of distinction, it strives to offersecurity professionals and consultants aplatform to expand their knowledge and domore with their budgets for the year ahead,” heconcluded. ■

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Developed by Centurion, Photoninfrared gate safety beams, which use

a wireless transmitter, have completedhighly successful alpha and beta testphases performed in the company’s R&Dlaboratory in North Riding, Johannesburg,South Africa.Photon has a battery-operated transmitter.Benefits include the fact that there is noneed for tunnelling and digging under adriveway, damaging property andamassing massive material and labour billsin the process. Only the Photon’s receiver(which is normally mounted on the sameside as the gate motor or whateverautomated system you wish to connect itto) is hard-wired, meaning that very littlecable is needed and your driveway is leftunperturbed.

In addition to the wireless transmitter,Photon boasts a range of unique andextremely useful features such as theInstaller Mode, which is custom-designedto make beam alignment a completelypainless process, and the Open CollectorMode for sites where power consumptionis an issue.Since infrared gate safety beams areabsolutely integral to a safe automatedsystem and are even a mandate of law incertain jurisdictions, it is thought that themove towards a wireless, more cost-effective system is a very important oneand one that is accessible to anyone.Centurion’s engineers have delivered inthe Photon a product that is easy toinstall, and set to bring convenience toautomated gate safety. Through 2013,the company is seeking to generateinterest in a new experience in gatesafety that is the way it was meant to be:quick, easy and effective.

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A mobile fingerprint device that is optimised for smartphonesCross Match Technologies, Inc., whichspecialises in the provision of biometricidentity management solutions, hasreleased two versions of a Mobile EssentialsSDK that integrates its Verifier Mw wirelesshandheld fingerprint scanner with Androidand Blackberry cellular smartphones. Bothversions enable capture and identificationapplications that operate over 3G networks.The company’s popular Verifier line offingerprint scanners includes the Verifier Mwwhich is ideally suited for mobile Rapid IDimplementations. Up to now MobileEssentials has enabled the use of the VerifierMw on Windows platforms; making Rapid IDpossible for patrol car laptops. The newversions of the SDK provide agencies utilizingcellular phone-based Rapid ID and fieldidentification applications the ability toleverage the Verifier Mw’s unique capabilities.Designed for single-handed use by an officer,the ruggedised Verifier Mw is the first FBIcertified FAP 30 mobile fingerprint scanner onthe market. And because the Verifier Mw isBluetooth-enabled, it works with all currentversions of Android and Blackberrysmartphones, unlike sled-based scanners that

are limited to a single phone model and oftenhave less than ideal ergonomics.“Cross Match just made it easier than ever tointegrate forensic quality fingerprint captureinto mobile applications,” said Scott Howard,vice president of operations for AFIX Tracker, alaw enforcement AFIS provider and CrossMatch industry partner. “We look forward tooffering this capability to our customers.”

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In December 2012 FLIR Systems, Inc. acquired the stock of Traficon International NV, a specialistin video detection technologies for traffic applications, for approximately US$46mn in cash.Traficon develops and supplies video image processing software and hardware for trafficanalysis. Traficon produces intelligent technology that makes traffic safer and more efficientthrough solutions for automatic incident detection, traffic data collection, and intersectionvehicle and pedestrian presence detection. Traficon has more than 25 years of proven fieldexperience and more than 80,000 video-based transportation control and monitoring systemsoperational worldwide."We have shown that thermal imaging is a superior solution for monitoring traffic," said EarlLewis, President and CEO of FLIR."This acquisition will accelerate the adoption of FLIR technology in the expandingworldwide market for video-based traffic control solutions as we utilize Traficon's strongdistribution network. Additionally, Traficon's video analytics capabilities will be integratedinto our other imaging lines of business offering enhanced functionality and thedevelopment of new applications."FLIR Systems, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets sensor systems that enhance perceptionand awareness. The company's advanced thermal imaging and threat detection systems areused for a wide variety of imaging, thermography, and security applications - includingairborne and ground-based surveillance, condition monitoring, research and development,manufacturing process control, search and rescue, drug interdiction, navigation, transportationsafety, border and maritime patrol, environmental monitoring, and chemical, biological,radiological, nuclear, and explosives (CBRNE) detection.

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In 2013, the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) willreach its tenth year, making it the longest running internationalhalal expo and the largest gathering of halal industry

stakeholders in the world. MIHAS 2013, which will be taking place3-6 April 2013 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, isorganised by the Malaysia External Trade DevelopmentCorporation (MATRADE) - with the theme, “A Decade ofExcellence”.

The past decade has given rise to Malaysia’s efforts in the halalindustry. Through successful events, programmes, training, as wellas standards and certifications systems that have beendeveloped, Malaysia has been regarded as a knowledge centreand recognised as the leader in the global halal industry.

A premier marketplace for halal trade First begun in 2004 as a trade and consumer show, MIHAS hasevolved to focus highly on trade. It has paved the way in halaltrade development and has succeeded in building its reputationas being the premier marketplace for all things halal. MIHAS offersa wide-ranging product and services selection, outstandingnetworking and business matching programme, thought-provoking trade dialogues and seminars, activities by exhibitorsas well as product testing and showcases. This makes MIHAS thefocal point for global traders, entrepreneurs, manufacturers tomeet and associate with industry experts, representation from theregulating bodies and trade development agencies that will be

there to provide support and advice pertaining to any relevantissues.

MIHAS’s continuous success and its strategic positioning haswon the full support and involvement of many countries -including Iran, South Africa, Indonesia, China, Turkey and Egypt.This vote of confidence will ensure the continued steady growthof the halal industry. It is an excellent branding strategy to targetthe growing population of 1.8bn Muslims worldwide, and it hasspurred others to emulate similar events across the globe.

One of the key elements of MIHAS is the number of pre-selected buyers that it attracts from around the world throughthe Incoming Buying Mission (IBM) programme. On average,every MIHAS attracts approximately 500 foreign buyers and in2012, the programme garnered sales of US$118mn. Moreimportantly, MIHAS offers immense opportunities for exhibitorsto establish trade links with the global market, particularly inASEAN. The IBM will once again be scheduled during the 10thMIHAS and exporters can expect to meet international buyersacross the world and conduct one-to-one business meetings. ■

Foreign buyers attending the Business Meetings are entitled tocomplimentary accommodation (up to 4 days 3 nights stay, from 1-4April 2013) and airport and hotel transfers. For further details,contact MATRADE Johannesburg at +27.11.268.2380/81 [email protected]

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Taking place in London, in the UK, 20-21March, Private Equity World Africa 2013 bringstogether case studies and in conversationinterviews from the GPs and LPs with thelongest track record of investing into eachregion of Africa. Join the African investmentcommunity at this year’s summit as they helpget the deal done. There will be opportunitiesto engage LPs actively investing into Africanprivate equity – from DFIs to PFs to SWFs toFOs Ensure your PE fund meets theexpectations of the DFI mandate. It will bepossible to hear from representatives of theIFC, FMO, CDC and other organisations. Youcan discover where the firms with the longesttrack record in Pan African, Sub-Saharan,Southern, East and West African private equitythink the next opportunity lies - andunderstand the African opportunity in contextof the other emerging middle classes fromleading macro economist Anna Stupnytska.Attendees can also discover how CADFund’snew approach to African private equity isforging new long-term China-Africanpartnerships. One can hear, also, how Catalyst,African Infrastructure Investment Managers,FMFM and Fieldstone build their risk returnprofile for African infrastructure - and find outwhere Emvest, Anglo African Agriculture andChayton invest in the African Agri value chainto maximise their returns.

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Intertek recently opened a new technologically advancedcalibration laboratory in its Takoradi Port facility, launched earlierthis year to provide independent petroleum industry testing and

inspection. The introduction of calibration services will build on this toserve a wider customer base in the growing market.

Intertek has invested approximately US$969,000 in Ghana since2011, with the opening of its office in Accra and now the combinedcomprehensive calibration, testing and inspection facility in Takoradi -which will help energy companies in the area undertake efficientoperations through the most accurate measurement and testing.

Tapping significant marketsAfrica is estimated to have 70 per cent of the world’s undiscovered oil,according to the African Economic Outlook, an annual reference book-

journal which focuses on the economics of most African countries.Ghana has seen a number of significant oil finds, such as the Jubileefield which may hold up to one billion barrels.

Augustin Bogoloh, Regional Manager, Ghana and French WestAfrica, for Intertek, said, “We have seen significant growth in Ghana’spetroleum industry and Intertek aims to provide the best service to oiland gas companies in Ghana and the wider region. The new first-classlaboratory for calibration expands on our existing services in Ghanaand underlines our commitment to West Africa. We look forward togrowing our business to provide continued support to Ghana’spetroleum industry, and also in other countries in Africa.”

The facility in Takoradi has the capability to test and inspect a widerange of crude oil and refined petroleum products, including marinefuel, lube oils, diesel and gasoline. The addition of the new calibrationlaboratory provides the ability to certify the accuracy of instrumentsused to measure electrical, pressure, temperature and torqueparameters.

Developing the businessFrederick Atike, who has 12 years’ experience in industry, recentlyjoined Intertek as technical manager in order to manage thecalibration facility. Intertek also recently employed Greg Dinkelman asbusiness development manager to expand the company’s calibrationand metering service offering in sub-Saharan and West Africa. Basedin Cape Town, South Africa, Mr Dinkelman is responsible fordeveloping the business as part of Intertek’s growth strategy, whichwill also see further development of local offices in the region.

Intertek has been in Ghana since 1984 and currently employs almost200 staff and contractors in its operations across the country. Intertekwill continue to recruit, train and transfer its specialised skills to achieveits primary objective of expansion of its activities in Ghana’sdownstream and upstream markets. Intertek’s current business streamsin Ghana are oil and gas, minerals and agriculture, with other bases inAccra and Tarkwa. ■

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Ever-efficientenergy operationsThe expansion of services to West Africa’s petroleum industry, including anadvanced calibration laboratory in Takoradi Port facility

Comprehensive calibration, testing and inspection in Takoradi will help energy companiesundertake efficient operations through the accurate measurement and testing

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Oxfam America and The RockefellerFoundation recently made aweather index insurance payout of

unprecedented scale directly to poorfarmers. Thanks to a groundbreaking newprogramme that relies on advancedsatellite technology, more than 12,200farmers in 45 villages in northern Ethiopiawill benefit from drought protection. As aresult of this year's drought conditionseach farmer will receive a share of thetotal US$322,772 in payouts offeredthrough the Horn of Africa Risk Transfer forAdaption (HARITA) programme to helpcover crop losses.

Oxfam has benefitted from fundingprovided by The Rockefeller Foundation,which partnered with Swiss Re, theInternational Research Institute forClimate and Society (IRI), the Relief Societyof Tigray, Dedebit Credit and SavingsInstitution, Nyala Insurance Company, andAfrica Insurance Company to start HARITAin 2007. In 2011, The United Nations WorldFood Programme (WFP), supported byUnited States Agency for InternationalDevelopment (USAID) and Oxfamexpanded HARITA, now known as the ‘R4Rural Resilience Initiative’ to help poorfarmers protect their crops and livelihoodsfrom the impacts of climate variability andchange, including drought.

“In the history of weather indexinsurance programmes, this is the first-ever set of large payouts directly to smallscale farmers in Ethiopia,” said DavidSatterthwaite, senior global micro-insurance manager at Oxfam America.“Until now payouts have been for smallpilots. But at this new scale, we areproving that weather insurance can be asuccessful and market-ready financialproduct. These kinds of products are thenew face of development: They empower

people to take chances and build a betterfuture for themselves.”

“With today’s changing climate, cropinsurance has become a critical tool inbuilding the resilience of some of theworld’s most vulnerable populations,” saidDr Judith Rodin, President of TheRockefeller Foundation. “With this firstsignificant payout, we clearly see theimpact of innovative insurance productsthat can reach the poorest small holderfarmers by utilising the most currenttechnology. We can provide farmers withno better form of food security than byempowering them to protect themselvesfrom the impacts climate change.”

“We used to be blocked because it wastoo expensive, if not impossible, to getdrought and crop loss data in time to helpthe farmers,” said Dan Osgood, aneconomist at IRI. “This payout wastriggered by rainfall estimates measuredby the same cutting-edge satellitetechnology used by NASA and NOAA, butengineered together with Ethiopians totarget their risks and vulnerabilities. Thisallowed us to calculate the payouts just ascrops were beginning to suffer, so farmerswill get the money when they need itmost."

Protecting investment, gaining confidenceIn many rural areas, disaster often strikespoor farmers hard, forcing them to makechoices that drag their families deeperinto poverty. To survive, they might haveto sell their tools for cash to buy food, ortake their children out of school to save onfees. With weather insurance, farmers canprotect the investment they make in theircrops, and feel confident in taking outloans for fertiliser and better seeds toimprove their harvests.

The R4 project has scaled from 200households purchasing insurance in onevillage in 2009 to more than 18,000enrolled households in 76 villages thisyear. Farmers have been able to purchaseinsurance with cash, or for the first time,partially with cash and partially with labor.As a progressive step toward building acommercial insurance market in ruralEthiopia, R4 is strategically expanding toareas where farmers are capable of payingfor insurance with cash, while continuingto serve the poorest and most vulnerablefarmers through government’s ProductiveSafety Net Programme, using the project’sinnovative Insurance-For-Work (IFW)model. The products are priced atcommercially viable rates for both, cash-paying farmers as well as for farmerspurchasing through the IFW programme.

“Access to finance and risk managementis pre-requisite for financing investmentsinto better farming technology, henceincreasing incomes. With this in mind,Swiss Re engages in developing solutionsfor small holder farmers around theworld,” said Christina Ulardic, Head MarketDevelopment Africa, Swiss Re CorporateSolutions. "We are glad to see that theproduct developed for the Ethiopianfarmers does what it is designed for;financially compensating farmers duringyears of adverse weather conditions."

This partnership is expanding fromEthiopia to Senegal over the next fouryears, enabling farmers to strengthentheir food and income security bymanaging risks through a four-partapproach—improving natural resourcemanagement (community risk reduction),accessing microcredit (‘prudent’ risktaking), gaining insurance coverage (risktransfer), and increasing savings (riskreserves). ■

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Not unlike David Livingstone who cameto Africa in the mid-nineteenth centuryto expand commerce and trade among

other things, A Srinivasan, Vice President,Banking Products and Emerging Markets,Wipro Technologies was one of the earlytravellers to Africa to offer a transformationalsoftware product from India. His missioncontinues, probably a good 20 years since hebegan, offering a range of vital services tofinancial institutions who today face thechallenges of rapid globalization whichinterestingly is sweeping through the Africancontinent.

Africa has quite suddenly become the focus.Said The Economist in its editorial in October2012: “In recent years investors have beenpiling into Lagos and Nairobi as if they wereFrankfurt and Tokyo of old. Anaemic growth inthe rich world has made sub-Saharan Africa anattractive destination for money and itsmanagers. Foreign direct investment hasincreased by about 50% since 2005. Onceregarded as casinos, local capital markets nowseem less risky.” It is also quite obvious, in thiscontext, that trade and commerce needs asound and responsive underlying financialsystem and a trusted partner to support theeffective and efficient performance of thisfinancial system.

In this plain speak, A Srinivasan paints apicture of the landscape and some of the keyopportunities that he sees in the area ofInformation Technology transformation forFinancial Institutions in Africa

Given that the economies in other parts of the world are shaky, there seems to be a lot of focus on Africa? Do you think therewill be a rush for Africa in the short term?There is a huge unlocked potential. Accordingto McKinsey, Africa has more than 500 millionpeople of working age (15-64 years old). By2040 the number is projected to exceed 1.1billion which is certainly going to be more thanIndia (1 billion) and China (900 million). Thisundoubtedly means that banks in thecontinent have the opportunity to expandrapidly to service this population and therebyreap economies of scale. In fact, we are alreadyseeing that Banks are starting to diversify theircurrent product offerings. One direction is inbanking the under-banked by increasingproduct penetration, building a robustmicrofinance ecosystem and capitalizing onthe rise of a new consumer class by developinginnovative service and channel offerings.Therefore banks have to be responsive not onlyto the significant inflow of investment but alsoto the changing market dynamics in theregion.

It’s interesting you should talk of the underbanked. Is this population at the “bottom of the pyramid” ready for financial inclusion?A recent study showed that nearly 80% ofAfrica is under-banked. However there is apositive direction by several governmentswherein Financial Inclusion is high on theagenda. From lesser than two million mobilephone users to greater than 500 million users,the mobile revolution in Africa has brought inbanking to the “bottom of pyramid” throughseveral high volume low value transactions. SoI do believe banks need to quickly grab theopportunity and service this new and verylarge customer set.But when banking goes mass-market, there needs to be a strong regulatoryframework to prevent fraud and otherirregularities. Are government’s waking up to that reality today?Each region in Africa has its own challenges inadapting to evolving regulatory requirements.Some African banks are pro-actively looking atenabling their IT environment to be moreflexible and nimble to cater to theserequirements. The evolving regulatory

environment has placed pressure on theinvestment activities of banks and their profitmargins. As banks in the African regionstruggle with high cost to income ratios, therole of technology will be to optimize costs andup profits. Regulation is a means to addressconcerns over the safety and stability offinancial institutions and the economy as awhole and technology should help banks tosimplify and bring in transparency in thefinancial systems.

So given that African banks need to beglobally competitive and integrate into theinternational environment, what is your viewas a leading technology services provider?African banks have the opportunity to leapfroga generation by adopting cutting edgetechnology and go directly to using nextgeneration delivery models, cloud computing,mobility, analytics and compliancemanagement processes to reduce cost,manage risk, acquire more customers, andincrease customer satisfaction. For Africanbanks to be competitive we believe that bankshave to focus in the areas of innovation,business productivity, customer experiencewhich would directly lead to growth of marketshare. Beneath this transformation is inevitablytechnology and from our experience webelieve that we can partner with African banksand help them bring about a Technologyenabled transformation.

Would you say that being a leading servicesprovider, your offerings become critical sinceyou have the flexibility to integrate andassimilate the best of technologies?

FINANCETechnology

Wipro Technologies: Creating Value for Financial Institutions

A Srinivasan, VicePresident,

Banking Productsand Emerging

Markets at WiproTechnologies


TechnologyFINANCE


Wipro Technologies has partnered withseveral African banks and also caters todiverse customer segments across the globethat includes 50 of the world’s leading banksand microfinance organizations. We arehelping financial institutions reduce costs,meet regulatory requirements and increaserevenue. But a significant pre-requisite tothis is that IT strategy and enterpriseroadmaps for banks must be clearly definedto enable the right technology andapplication platform to be deployed. Inaddition, credibility backed by relevantexperience and local market expertise arealso critical considerations that need to betaken into account when deciding on theright partner for IT enabled transformation.

Wipro has unwavering commitment toAfrica. With over 1,100 employees based out of3 offices in Africa, dedicated consultantsfocusing on financial institutions backed by astrong global team of experiencedprofessionals in the banking domain, we aregeared to provide flexible, tailor made ITservices and solutions for African banks. As aleading System integrator (SI) with provenexpertise in banks across the globe, Wipro isthe one stop provider across technology,operations and infrastructure.

How are you organized internally to service your customers in Africa?The cornerstone of Wipro's strategy in Africa isenabling growth for its customers with a highdegree of differentiation in the frontsupported with a significant level ofstandardization at the back. We intend toleverage our proven global experience in thebanking industry and partner with banks inAfrica to fast track their growth initiatives.We

have segmented the market by industry andbuilt strong sales teams based out of offices inSouth Africa and Kenya to act as a sales hub forthe Sub-Saharan Africa & North Africa, andNigeria to support Western Africa. We alsohave a significant talent pool acrosstechnology platforms in ApplicationDevelopment, Application Maintenance,Testing Services, Infrastructure ManagementServices, Business Process Outsourcingservices, Mobility, Analytics and InformationManagement.

Which are some of the most promisingcountries from a business perspective?PricewaterhouseCoopers projects that the 25fastest-growing cities from 2008 to 2025(based on GDP) are likely to be in emergingmarkets. Three of these cities are in Africa,namely Lagos (Nigeria), Addis Ababa(Ethiopia), Dar es Salaam (Tanzania). As wespeak today, we are executing projects andsupporting customers across multiplecountries in Africa.

So if you had to talk plainly to the banks,what are some of the opportunities youwould ask them to grab?I believe there are two significantopportunities. Firstly, regional andgeographical challenges which hinderedbanks from rapid growth are things of past.The advent of technology along with Mergers& Acquisitions in the banking space hasopened up a huge potential for local Africanbanks to expand out of their home countries.Admittedly, there are certain on the groundchallenges because of the large land massbut these are more logistical. There are bankswhich have overcome this (For example a

leading Pan African bank is already presentin 32 countries across the continent).

The large and diverse customer base offersimmense potential for local banks to cash inon the opportunity. The African bankingmarket consists of a diverse set of customerswith both sophisticated high income as wellas significant number of low incomeemerging customers. The challenge ahead ofthe banks is to meet the demands of thisdiverse market by developing innovativeservice and channel offerings. While largelocal banks are already expanding theirportfolio, competition from foreign banksand non-traditional finance players meanslocal banks need to innovate in their coreofferings and invest into areas like corporatebanking, wealth management andinvestment banking which are traditionalstrengths of foreign players.

Africa is poised for an economic revolutionand will have a strong impact on the globaleconomy in the years to come. History hasproved that technology is the principaldriving force for any economic developmentand for the African banks which are thepillars of economy, technology will beimperative for the next wave of growth.Technology can be a great enabler to ensurecompliance with the rigorous and everchanging regulatory requirements. Africanbanks have the opportunity to embrace stateof the art scalable technologies like Mobile,Cloud, Analytics and Big Data to reduce theiroverall costs and remain profitable. We atWipro Technologies are committed to be atrusted partner in the business andtechnology innovation for the Africanbanking industry in their transformationaljourney for growth. ■

The E-Payment Providers Association ofNigeria (E-PPAN) is Host Country

Partner for the sixth annual AITEC Banking& Mobile Money West Africa conference, tobe held in Lagos, Nigeria, 13-14 March. Theevent is organised by AITEC Africa - whosecore business since 1987 has been focusedon information and communicationstecnology (ICT) publishing, eventmanagement, professional developmentand training - spreading knowledge on theInternet, computing andtelecommunications across most ofEnglish-speaking Africa. Chairman of AITECSean Moroney welcomed the association’sinvolvement - commenting that byworking with E-PPAN, AITEC would be ableto address the information and educationneeds of Nigeria’s rapidly growing

payments industry more effectively.“E-PPAN, more than any other industry

body, has pioneered innovation andprofessionalism in the industry and we wantto support their endeavours even furtherthrough the conference. We hope that byworking together, our conferences willbecome highly relevant to Nigeria’s diverseand dynamic financial services sector, whichin future years is going to have a crucial roleto play in the regional and internationalmarkets,” Mr Moroney said.

Discussing the partnership with AITEC,Executive Secretary/CEO of E-PPANOnajite Regha said, “AITEC’s AnnualBanking & Mobile Money Conference hasplayed a valuable role in developing theelectronic payments industry in WestAfrica over the past five years and we are

delighted that it is returning to Lagos aftertwo years in Accra. We want to support itsdevelopment to meet the educationneeds of our members, as well as themarket in general.”

Another two industry bodies are acting asSupporting Organisations for the event: TheCommittee of eBanking Industry Heads ofNigeria (CeBIH) and the Information SecuritySociety of Africa Nigeria (ISSAN).

The conference will have over 60 local andinternational experts as speakers, panellistsand trainers covering a wide range of topicsin bank management systems, mobilemoney, financial inclusion, agent banking,card systems and processing and all aspectsof commercial banking.

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In early 2012, a group of hackers reportedly stole R42mn(US$4.9mn) from Postbank, a unit of the South Africa Post Office,using the stolen login details of a Postbank teller and call centre

agent. Later that year, three South African government websiteswere disrupted and defaced by a hacker. Neither incident reporteda loss of sensitive information. However, both indicated just howvulnerable to attacks cyber networks - and by extension, mobilenetworks - in Africa have become.

Mobile telephony - and particularly mobile money - has transformedthe continent and its economy in unprecedented ways by helpingmillions of citizens, who were otherwise excluded from the formalbanking system, to perform financial transactions affordably. Kenya aloneaccounts for half of all mobile money transactions in the world withannual transfers amounting to approximately US$10bn.

Yet, this increased connectivity and mobility of transactions havegiven rise to increased security threats, says Llewellyn Hartnick, CyberSecurity Specialist at Thales, South Africa.

The other side of the mobile revolutionAccording to a recent Symantec report, there are 556mn cybercrimevictims per year across the globe. That’s more than the entirepopulation of the European Union. The third-highest number ofvictims is found in South Africa (80 per cent).

Despite these alarming statistics, South Africa, together with the restof the continent, represents the fastest growing mobile market in theworld. Since 2001, the number of mobile subscriptions in use in thecontinent has increased from less than 25mn to almost 650mn by 2012.

Today, the mobile phone is not just a means of communication but atool of empowerment. Famers use it to check the price of crops. Ruralcitizens use it to open bank accounts, and perform basic transactions.Families use it to receive remittances.

Essentially, Africa’s mobile revolution has been one of its biggest successstories. In particular, mobile money and related electronic commercetechnologies are being adopted on a larger scale than ever before.

“The public sector is increasingly adopting e-solutions in areassuch as tax collection, while the private sector moves towards e-commerce. These developments call for an increased focus oneffective cyber security measures,” says Hartnick whose companyoffers cyber security solutions designed to protect informationsystems against cyber threats by anticipating, preventing andrapidly responding to attacks.

According to Hartnick, the prime targets of mobile or cyber securityattacks are the financial sector, government institutions, and anyorganisation with large data centres storing sensitive data such as bank

details, personal identification information, or IP addresses. Someonewho steals this information can easily use it to sabotage a business orgovernment institution, or manipulate them for financial gain.

Building more resilient securityCyber security threats such as malware, phishing, data breaches, andinternal fraud, as well as emerging threats such as ransomware andAdvanced Persistent Threats (ATPs) are becoming increasinglycomplex and frequent. Victims of these threats face all kinds ofdisastrous scenarios ranging from interceptions of their financialtransactions, to draining of their banking accounts, to spying of theirphone conversations.

Symantec reports that while global consumers have wised up totraditional threats, many are still unaware of how cybercrime israpidly evolving. Two out of three people don’t use a security solutionfor their mobile device, while 44 per cent aren’t even aware thatsecurity solutions for mobile devices exist.

Clearly, the need of the hour is to educate mobile users about theimpact of cyber threats and ways to avoid them. In Africa, banks, for

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Strengthening financialsecurity in AfricaHow the continuing impact of mobile money translates into increasingconcerns within the banking sector over establishing and maintaining suf-ficient safeguards

Llewellyn Hartnick, Cyber SecuritySpecialist at Thales, South Africa




instance, need to take the initiative to create awareness about mobilebanking threats, and provide regular updates of account safety relatedbest practices. Transactions must be made safer through multi-layeredlog-in procedures and encryption measures that prevent sensitiveinformation from being read.

Customers also need to take certain steps towards protectingthemselves. These include installing and updating anti-virus protectionsoftware on their phones at regular intervals; ensuring that the wirelessnetwork they are conducting transactions over is secure; preventingthe disclosure of their banking details to anyone other than their bank;and, avoiding storing sensitive data on unsecured devices.

The government, in turn, needs to ensure stronger and morestringent regulation of information security. That being said, it is wellunderstood that they cannot afford to spend significant chunks of thefiscal budget on continuously improving cyber security measures,especially in a developing continent like Africa. The responsibility thenfalls to the private sector to build robust and cutting-edge securitytechnologies that are available, affordable, and updated regularly tocounter the rapid advancement of cyber threats.

Future steps: collaboration and awarenessSays Hartnick, “Given that everyone is moving to the mobile environment,there needs to be a renewed focus on the security element.”

Education and awareness play a key role in this effort. So doescollaboration. All the involved players, including mobile networkoperators, banks, customers, regulators, and the government need tocome together to create a more secure mobile banking environment.

Fortunately, that has already begun. The South African government,for instance, has approved the National Cyber Security Policy

Framework for South Africa to “combat cyber warfare, cybercrime andother cyber ills”. The Kenyan government will soon assign uniquepublic IP addresses to mobile devices to crack down on cybercrime.Mobile network providers like Tigo have strengthened security aroundtheir mobile money services. Security solutions providers like Thalesare offering cyber security solutions that are renowned for theircapabilities, having originated in military and defence environmentswhere security is paramount.

But despite these efforts, more needs to be done. Mobile moneyservice providers, as well as mobile operators, GSM operators, andfinancial services organisations - all of which have customers withmobile devices - are increasingly being viewed as key targets forcyber-attacks and fraud. Improving security while realising all thebenefits that mobile money has to offer will depend on Africa’s abilityto proactively prevent security threats and mitigate risks, instead ofreacting to adverse events when they do occur. ■

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The public sector is increasinglyadopting e-solutions in areas such as

tax collection, while the private sectormoves towards e-commerce.

These developments call for anincreased focus on effective cyber

security measures”- Llewellyn Hartnick, Cyber Security Specialist at Thales, South Africa


Konecranes has recently delivered tenKonecranes Rubber Tired Gantry (RTG)cranes to Ports and Cargo Handling

Services (PCHS) Ltd. in Lagos, Nigeria. PCHS,the port operations arm of the Nigerian SifaxGroup, is a major player in port operationsand related services in West Africa.

The RTGs were ordered at the end of lastyear and delivered on time to the company’sterminal in Tin Can Island Port. The RTGs areequipped with the new Konecranes cabinoffering improved ergonomics and visibility.

“Sifax Group is satisfied with our deliveryperformance, and we are pleased to supporttheir business growth with our RTGtechnology and delivery professionalism,”says Antoine Bosquet, Konecranes SalesDirector, Port Cranes, region WEMEA.

The RTGs are also equipped with thelatest DGPS-assisted technology forcontainer yards including Autosteering. Thisfeature keeps the RTG on a pre-programmed, straight driving path withoutdriver intervention, improving safety andincreasing productivity. A containerpositioning system is also included. It isconnected to the port’s terminal operatingsystem ensuring correct, real-time containerpositioning and an accurate inventory. Theall-electric, 16-wheel RTGs have a liftingcapacity of 50 tons stacking 1-over-5containers high and 7 plus truck lane wide.

Enhancing productivity in growth marketswith stronger operationsKonecranes comprises a group of liftingbusinesses, serving a broad range ofcustomers, including manufacturing andprocess industries, shipyards, ports andterminals. Konecranes provides productivity-enhancing lifting solutions as well as servicesfor lifting equipment and machine tools of allmakes. And the company has recentlyreallocated its resources to serve emergingmarkets more efficiently. As a result of newequipment demand moving towards

emerging markets, Konecranes Business AreaEquipment has initiated actions to alignoperations closer to customers. In doing so,the group’s Industrial Cranes business unithas been organising itself into larger sales

areas with fewer, yet stronger units. Thegroup continues to employ approximately12,100 employees globally - and continues toaim to offer employment possibilities ingrowth markets. ■

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Lifting andhandling in LagosHow rubber-tired gantry cranes have been playing a part in West Africanport operations

Konecranes has delivered ten RTGs to a Ports andCargo Handling Services terminal in Lagos, Nigeria


Taking place in Johannesburg, South Africa, 20-22 February, Air Cargo Africa 2013represents the significant boost in air cargo traffic between Asia and Africa in recent

years that has followed investment in African infrastructure and increased global demandfor Africa’s oil and gas resources, minerals, and other commodities, generating more wealthin various parts of the African continent.

Air cargo from Asia to Africa has seen double-digit growth in recent years. Thegrowth of exports from Asia towards Africa has been a reality for the past few years.Carriers remain confident that air cargo from Asia to Africa will continue to offer goodprospects in the long-term, especially if the recent improved political stability seen inmany African countries continues. Chinese investment in parts of Africa has alsogenerated more project-type air cargo such as telecoms equipment. Demand for aircargo capacity between China and Africa has also provided opportunities for somecarriers in the Middle East to exploit their geographical location and win transshipmenttraffic in the market. A number of major European carriers have also secured a share ofthe Asia-Africa air cargo market.

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In Germiston, South Africa, Imperial Logistics has been trialling aFuso Canter Eco-Hybrid, which Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA)handed over in October 2012 for a three-month test period. The

vehicle has been circulated among keen customers and has been runas part of the fleet in normal application. MBSA premiered the lightduty truck at the 2010 Johannesburg International Motor Show (JIMS)in South Africa.

Godfrey Hani, divisional manager Freightliner, FUSO & Western Starsaid, “For the FUSO stable and MBSA as a whole, this represents anadvance in our quest to play a leading role in the field of green innovationand cements our commitment to sustainable mobility solutions.”

Recycling energyWhen compared to the current Fuso Canter, with its conventionaldiesel engine, the hybrid version uses up to 30 per cent less fuel andconsequently produces up to 30 per cent less CO2 and otheremissions in a stop-start city delivery environment.

The Fuso Canter Eco-Hybrid combines a Fuso two-pedal Inomatautomated mechanical transmission (AMT) with a 23kW electric motor.

The same electric motor doubles as a generator to recharge theLithium Ion battery pack during braking thereby storing or recyclingenergy for the next pull off.

As a result, the ‘recycled energy’ effect produces a significant in fuelconsumption that increases the more the vehicle stops and starts. Thefuel saving on long distance type work is not that significant, but thenagain most trucks in the Canter-type commercial vehicle class areemployed in distribution application over, short distance.

Making energy when slowing downThe hybrid system switches its operational mode according to thedriving situation. The electric motor is used when starting off.During hard acceleration, both the diesel engine and electricmotor/generator power the vehicle. When cruising, the vehicle isdriven by the diesel engine only, like a conventional vehicle. Whenslowing down or braking, the electric motor/generator functions asa generator to convert braking energy (normally lost as heat) intoelectric energy and stores it in the lithium-ion battery. ■

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A hybrid systemfor logistics operationsMercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) undertakes a three-month trial of aFuso Canter Eco-Hybrid with Imperial Logistics




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Power

RenewablesA milestone in sub-Saharan solar projectsSouth African companies are taking pioneeringsteps in implementing solar energy technologies.SolarWorld Africa is at the forefront of thismovement. SolarWorld uses high quality solartechnology across residential, commercial andagricultural sectors. During 2012, it was involved

in various milestone projects of which the largestand most unique in Africa are the DubeTradeport, Century City Vodacom, CeresKoelkamers, Nampower and the NamibianMinistry of Environment and Tourisminstallations.

“SolarWorld is proud to be associated withcompanies and organisations of such high calibrethat have committed to a cleaner environmentand a reduced carbon footprint through the useof renewable energy,” concludes SolarWorldAfrica’s Managing Director Gregor Küpper.

A first in Africa for the agriculture sector is the 508kWprooftop installation on a cold storage facility in Ceresthat consumes around 5,000,000kWh per year


SolarWorld supplied 2127 SW255 PV panels for theVodacom administrative headquarters in Century City,Cape Town

SolarWorld has supplied and installed Africa’s largestroof-mounted photovoltaic (PV) system to date for theDube TradePort’s ‘Agrizone’ near the King Shakaairport in Kwa-Zulu Natal



POWERGensets

Gensets need proper installation and maintenance to operate atmaximum efficiency and longevity. Overloading will kill a unitquickly; underloading will kill it more slowly, but just as surely. Best

efficiency and longevity are at about 70 per cent of maximum load, and adiesel generator runs at less than 25 per cent load. And, like all diesels, thegenset needs clean fuel, adequate coolant, and sufficient fresh air to runthe engine. It also needs fresh air to cool the generator itself. Theconversion of rotating mechanical energy to electricity produces heat,and an overheated generator is inefficient and short-lived.

For marine operations, place the unit where it is well ventilated but safefrom moisture and spray. Windings are coated with epoxy or otherinsulation designed to keep moisture out - but salt crystals erode thecoating and eventually moisture works its way in, corroding the windings.And avoid oils and oily air. Blow-by from other engines in thecompartment clings to the windings, creating an additional layer ofinsulation, leading to overheating.

Ensure the service side of the unit is easy to reach, and there isadequate overhead space to fill the expansion tank, remove the valvecover, and work around the rear end bracket on the generator. Use ringsor grommets on the wire ends in the junction box. And check if you needto install a pump for oil changes; on some older units, the lip of the oilcatch pan may be too high to allow effective oil drain by gravity alone.

Use circuit breakers, and a good bonding system. The AC neutralconductor should be grounded to the bonding system, too, to eliminatethe possibility of electrical shock. Ensure, too, that the unit is served by itsown fuel, cooling, and exhaust systems - with a separate starting battery.And bolt the base frame to a thick, rigid material like a board or piece ofplywood, to reduce sound transmission.

Keep it goingFor some time now, it has been standard for an efficient generatormarried to a compact diesel engine to be dropped into place, bolteddown, and plumbed to cooling and exhaust, fuel, and return in just a fewhours. Plug in a single socket and you have the AC circuitry, batterycharging, voltage regulation, system monitoring, and controls allconnected instantaneously. This is all clearly good - but the problem withsuch installation scenarios is that they are so convenient and reliable thatone can plug them in, turn them on - and forget about them. A word ofcaution: no matter how well engineered, machinery that is in operationfor long hours in relatively unclean environments such as engine roomswill need attention. Read the owner’s manual and follow instructions. Beguided by manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedules - which,typically, includes: checking engine oil and coolant levels daily; checkingvalve clearance after the first 50 hours and every 600 hours thereafter;changing engine oil and filter, and secondary fuel filter, every 200 hours;

checking and flushing the cooling systemand changing the raw water pumpimpeller every 600 hours; and cleaning theheat exchanger every 2,400 hours.

Unless you are a trained electrician thereisn’t a lot of repair work you can do.However, if you can read a wiring diagram,you can consult texts such as theBoatowner’s Mechanical and ElectricalManual by Nigel Calder for instructions ondiagnosing generator output problems.But, remember, 120-volt AC can kill you. ■

Maintaining powerfor marine operationInstalling and managing a modular genset powered by an auxiliary dieselengine for use on sea-going vessels


As an approved Bosch and Zexel workshop, leading diesel servicecentre Reef Fuel Injection Services (RFI) is servicing anincreasing number of UD trucks, from 2 ton light commercial

vehicles up to 460 HP heavy commercial trucks, with service exchangediesel fuel pumps and injectors.

“Being an approved workshop gives us access to the latest technicalupdates, training and technical support,” Warren Hauser, RFI workshopmanager, says.

“Time is money in the transport industry, so we have a strong focuson reducing downtime and this is supported by a comprehensivestockholding of the Zexel and Bosch range.

“The service exchange programme is delivering massive time

savings, as well as meaningful cost savings, by using genuine partsand approved software that won’t compromise the manufacturer’svehicle warranty.”

Equipped to diagnose, to service, to repairEstablished in 1975, RFI is an acknowledged Caterpillar Fuel systemspecialist and is an authorised service agent for all five leading dieselfuel injection systems – Bosch, Zexel, Delphi, Denso and Stanadyne.

“We operate one of the best equipped service, diagnostic and repairfacilities in the country, using OEM equipment and genuine parts,”Hauser says. “We continuously invest in technology, equipment andtraining for our personnel. All our test equipment is checked andmaintained to SABS 0166 and ISO 9002 standards.” ■

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Saving time withsolutions for servicingHow Reef Fuel Iinjection Services handles the engines for an increasingnumbers of UD trucks

Reef Fuel Injection Services (RFI)operates one of the bestequipped service, diagnostic andrepair facilities in the country.

As an approved Bosch and Zexelworkshop, leading diesel service centre

Reef Fuel Injection Services (RFI) isservicing an increasing number of vehicles.

Reef Fuel Injection Services (RFI) has acomprehensive stockholding of the

Zexel and Bosch range.




As the persistent rise in the cost ofelectricity in South Africa continues toplace industries under increased

pressure to save energy, Metix has launchedan integrated combined heat and power(CHP) energy system that enables the co-generation of electricity and heat from asingle fuel source, such as process gas orwaste heat from metallurgical processes.

Metix deputy sales director Klaus Schmaleexplains that up to 40 per cent of the energygenerated during the smelting process in afurnace escapes with offgases, which arealways hot and loaded with energy.

"Metix offers energy recovery systems forthe steelmaking and ferroalloy industries,which can benefit from saving up to 55 percent of this waste energy."

Schmale notes that CHP systems can bemodified to the requirements of the end user.

"Owing to their higher efficiency, CHPsystems use less fuel to produce a given energyoutput. What's more, higher efficiency results inreduced emissions, increased reliability and ahigher power quality. These efficiency benefitsalso lead to economic benefits, which isapparent in reduced energy costs."

In ferroalloy production, Schmale pointsout that semi-closed type and closed typesubmerged arc furnaces (SAF) are ideallysuited for energy recovery.

"The carbon monoxide(CO) and hydrogen(H2) generated by semi-closed typefurnaces are completely burned away as aresult of the false air that enters the furnacevia the doors and other openings," heexplains. "In these applications, largeamounts of fully combusted offgas withhigh amounts of sensible heat is generatedat temperatures of about 650 °C. The offgasof closed type furnaces is up to 1800 °C, andcontains large amounts of chemical energyin terms of CO and H2."

According to Schmale, Metix is able togenerate power by using this offgas with aprocess gas-fired boiler combined with aturbine and a generator unit.

“The boilers burn low calorific value processgas with special burners in a combustionchamber. Our standardised boiler is a two-passboiler - the first pass is the combustionchamber, while the heat exchangers such assuperheaters, evaporators and economisersare located in the second pass."

Following this process, Schmale explainsthat the superheated steam runs the turbineisland to produce steam, and boilers using upto 360 tons per hour of steam at 540 oC canproduce up to 160 MW of electrical energy,depending on the heat source.

"Co-generation ensures a directlycontrollable and constant price of energy, asopposed to sourcing electricity from thenational grid."

Although the Metix CHP system has notbeen adopted in South Africa to date,Schmale points out that a Turkey-basedferrochrome producer ordered the energyrecovery solution that will be connected totwo of its semi-closed SAFs.

Looking to the future, Schmale is optimisticthat the Metix CHP system will add considerablevalue to the South African market in the longterm. "We also plan to approach Eskom topresent the features of the technology anddiscuss how it can help overcome the shortfallin electrical energy. We are hopeful that Eskomwill support the introduction of the Metixenergy recovery system as part of its range ofenergy saving initiatives in the long termfuture," he concludes. ■

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Catching gas forsingle fuel sourcesSmelter engineering firm Metix supports the co-generation of power forSouth Africa’s local furnaces industry

Main gas collectionline (Metix)

Ferroalloy plant with energyrecovery system (Metix)



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Johannesburg-based Borecut was established in 1989, andspecialises in supplying concrete core drilling, wire sawing andwall sawing services to the engineering sectors of South Africa,

Botswana, Namibia and Mozambique. Borecut foreman Frank DiMambro highlights the fact that the company utilises DiamondProducts equipment in more than 90 per cent of all its projects.

"Borecut has been contracted to numerous high profile concretecutting projects, including; the Gautrain, Soccer City and OR TamboInternational Airport, in addition to a number of large steel processingand hydroelectric plants. Our main scope of work is to rectify anystructural errors in concrete structures. Due to the fact that thisrequires highly specialised cutting with pinpoint accuracy, we havediscovered over time that the Diamond Products range of equipmentis without doubt the most suitable, due to its excellent quality andreliability," he explains.

Improving the port in BeiraDi Mambro notes that Borecut's most recently completed majorproject was at the multi-billion rand Port of Beira upgrade project inMozambique, where the company was commissioned between 2010and 2012 to assist in the renovation of the ship dock.

"The Port of Beira exports substantial amounts of coal fromMozambique, and part of the port upgrade involved the installation ofa conveyor belt that transports the coal from a freight train straightonto a ship.”

According to Di Mambro, a minor design fault resulted in the shipsbeing docked 15 m further out than anticipated. "Borecut wascontracted to cut away a section of the dock in order for it to bepushed back, and this involved the removal of 100 m of cantileverslab, resting on pile caps, that was cut away approximately 4 m fromthe edge. The slab was 200 mm thick, and had been jack-hammeredfor removal. In order to cut the remaining 800 mm x 1,5 m beamsaway, Borecut made use of the Diamond Products range of Diamondwire, which have proven to be far more reliable than any other similarproduct in the local market," he continues.

The second aspect of the project involved the installation ofmooring dolphins, which are purpose built marine structures thatextend above the water level without being connected to the shore.Mooring dolphins serve as shock absorbers that cushion ship impactsand, in order for these structures to be installed, Di Mambro adds thatBorecut was required to remove additional concrete beams from theport structure. "For this particular application, we made use of morethan 150m of Diamond Products ARIX Orange wire, which cutsconsiderably faster than industry standard granite wire, therebyensuring that we were able to complete the project within 60 days."

Superior equipmentDiamond Products director Brian Clark explains that ARIX technologyplaces diamond grits with precision into three-dimensional patterns,in order to ensure the maximum performance of tools. “The diamondsare aligned in an almost grid-like system, allowing for consistentcutting speeds. In industry standard tools, the diamonds are mixedrandomly throughout the surface, which results in significant wear-and-tear, owing to the fact that different areas of the surface end upcarrying inconsistent workloads. With the alignment of diamonds inseparate rows, however, ARIX technology ensures that each diamondcarries precisely the same workload – which ultimately extends thelifespan of the tool, and allows for quicker and more accurate cutting."

Clark points out that ARIX technology is only applied to the higher-end of Diamond Products’ range of equipment, which is custom-builtfor the most challenging tasks. "ARIX technology has been proven toincrease the lifespan of diamond tools by 400 per cent, while achievingcutting speeds of twice the industry standard, making it perfectly suitedto the harsh southern African conditions."

As infrastructural development continues to increase rapidly acrosssouthern Africa, Di Mambro remains optimistic of the future outlook forthe company.

"Having successfully completed some of the most high profileprojects in the region in recent years, Borecut has developed areputation as market leader in concrete core drilling and sawing. Withthis in mind, I am optimistic of obtaining a number of new contracts inthe short term future, and Diamond Products will remain thecompany's supplier of choice moving forward," he concludes. ■

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to share views and strengthen partnerships,between customers, dealers and Caterpillaritself. A recent Caterpillar Construction Day saw1,000 visitors in Antalya, Turkey, representing 26dealers, speaking 14 languages. Damien Giraud,corporate marketing at Caterpillar, ChristianDiller, Caterpillar's customer manager for Africaand the Middle East (AME), and Andy Grover,Caterpillar's rental operations manager forAfrica, were there to speak of developmentsamongst its customers in the region.M Giraud and M Diller offered a strongimpression that Cat equipment and services are

to the fore in construction markets - andreminded its customers that Cat offers muchmore than equipment. Cat offers finance - withfinancial branded services in Nigeria, Kenya,Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana, Angola, Malawi, andSierra Leone - offering flexibility and the kind ofcritical support for capitalisation that banks nolonger seem capable of delivering.

There are rental solutions. The Cat RentalStore represents a key strategic option for thecompany, in serving its customers whatever thesize of their operations and the extent of theirrequirements. With respect to the African rentalmarket, Andy Grover said, "The objective is tocreate a stronger distribution channel, when itcomes to Caterpillar products...but, through

rental, we also provide additional solutionsthrough allied products for our customers. So,the Cat Rental Store is made up of Cat products,but it is also supplemented by additionalmanufacturers' equipment." ■

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As a result of rising sales in Africa and the Middle EastDoosan Infracore CE, the construction equipment divisionof Korea’s huge and longest-running business

conglomerate, is now looking for new dealers, for countries notcovered yet, to distribute its wide range of plant, which includesmachinery for construction and mining applications and a widerange of specialised branded attachments*.

Dealers like Car & General in Kenya, Otrac Heavy Equipment(Egypt) and Centrocar (Angola) supply and service the company’stop-rated articulated dump trucks, tracked and wheeledexcavators, wheel loaders and various types of material handlerswhich have all proved extremely popular in Africa’s very toughoperating conditions.

This is because of their ease of both maintenance andoperation, low running costs, exceptional performance andbottom-line productivity in ground and service conditions thatare often described as “difficult” (requiring flexible undercarriagesin the ADT range, for example).

Cleaner machines with advanced systemsAll these machines incorporateadvanced electronics and otherengine/hydraulic circulation

management systems and providecompliance with realistic

environmental regulations, inparticular the EU’s sensible but

demanding Tier II standards thathave made such progress

in limiting output ofNOx , miscellaneoushydrocarbons andarticulatesemissions sincethe turn of thecentury.

The company’s Regional Director, M Daniel Dupuy, points outthat this level of compliance is just what is needed right now inAfrica.

“Why pay for more advanced levels of emissions control?” hesaid to ‘African Review’. Stage II-compliant engines are lesssensitive to extremes of heat, dust and quality of diesel supplied(and stored). These Tier II engines (different standards apply todifferent sizes) are more reliable and much less dependent on thecomplicated ICT infrastructure needed to maintain them than thenew IIIA, IIIB and IV Interim-compliant machines that now have bylaw to be sold in heavily polluted Europe.

Just over one year ago, at the big Intermat Show in Paris,Doosan Infracore displayed brand new models from its excavator,loader and ADT ranges that have been specifically designed foroperating on construction sites and in mines and quarries here inAfrica, all, like the DX225LCA crawler excavator and the DA40articulated dumper, fully Tier II-compliant.

Then, in September last year, the company introduced a newthree-model range of mid-size and large wheel loaders, theDL250A, 300A and 420A series. These are already proving to bevery successful machines because of the comfort (and thereforelow fatigue) they offer to operators, and their user-friendlycontrols. They have great potential in the growing rental market,M Dupuy feels, even though this is as yet little developed outsideSouth Africa.

“But we still have a lot to do to get more dealers!” he told us,pointing out the level of investment needed to provide thequality of service the company demands of its agents all over theworld.

And concludes the parent business on its own website atwww.doosan.com : “Doosan is everywhere. No matter how toughnature will be, Doosan will always be by your side.” ■

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Always by your sideLow-emissions construction and mining equipment from DoosanInfracore CE is proving exceptionally popular here in Africa. We spokewith the company’s Regional Director, who is based in France, just oneof the countries in which this thriving multinational now builds its top-rated mobile heavy plant

Why pay for more advanced levels of emissions control?”

Daniel Dupuy

Daniel Dupuy,Regional DirectorAfrica at DoosanInfracore CE



In order to build new structures in Africa’surban centres these days it is oftennecessary to demolish earlier concrete

buildings that are no longer fit for purpose –or capable of earning the best rents. Many ofthese structures went up in the brash, high-rise concrete-and-steel heydays of 30 or soyears ago; earlier buildings of just one or twostoreys are much easier to pull down.

Whether piecemeal or deliberatelyplanned as part of district renewaldemolition is always a hazardous operation.

These hazards come principally in the formof: Workers falling from height or trippingover debris – casual ones especially; workersand machinery being actually hit by fallingdebris; premature collapse of the whole orpart of the structure; dealing with hazardouswastes such as asbestos, fuel oils and brokenglass; disruption of an electrical main; theeffects of dust, fumes and smoke; blocking ofsurface drainage systems; use of heavy plantin irregular circumstances, which can resultin collisions, damage to structures that weremean to be retained, and overturning;general nuisance (noise, disruption to access)to other users of the area.

To mitigate the effects of these the formaldemolition industry normally presents itsclients with what is known as a MethodStatement. There are some very bigspecialised contractors abroad, but few ofthese are at work in Africa. In summarisedform, the Method Statement is useful and canbe obtained from the more informal type ofcontractor who usually does the work here.

What is needed is a set-out work plan thatdemonstrates or spells out:

● A thorough understanding of the originalmethod of construction, including theroutes of all service mains and the presenceof empty spaces (voids).

● What specialised equipment such as awrecking ball and/or hydraulic excavatorwill be needed, its sequence of use andwhere it is safe to move.

● What methods are going to be used tobring down the different parts of thestructure, and in what order. Specialattention needs to be paid to protectingthe interests of owners/tenants ofnearby buildings and users of nearbyroads, and to planning the removal anddisposal of all debris in a safe andconvenient way. . This can often be sold,but it’s best to avoid physically handlingit twice!

● Remember that ‘method’ can becontrolled use of fire – but this must beprotected against when the workforce isnot on site.

● How the site is to be accessed by thenecessary plant, and how the boundariesare to be kept secure.

● How plant, personnel and the generalpublic including users of watercoursesare to kept safe from falling and lodgedmaterials at all stages.

● How dust is to be controlled.

Experience in other continents shows thatlarge demolition projects can be safelyundertaken within a short time – and cangenerate healthy profits for the well-equipped contractor, too. The key tosuccess is careful scheduling of operationsincluding vehicle and other plantmovements so that nothing is allowed tobuild up permanently on site – and todisposing of the waste profitably, too. ■

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engineering company Vela VKE - which formspart of Mokolo Crocodile Consultants (MCC), ajoint venture between five consultingengineering firms established to implementthe R15bn (US$1.7bn) Mokolo Crocodile River(West) Water Augmentation Project (MCWAP)on behalf of the client, the TCTA.

The MCWAP has been designed tosupplement Eskom’s Medupi Power Stationand the anticipated industrial developmentlinked to the massive Waterberg coal field inthe Lephalale area of Limpopo with up to

400mn m3 of water per annum, depending onthe final extent of the anticipated mining,power generation and petro-chemical industrydevelopments.

Vela VKE divisional head of structures ChrisViljoen points out that the company’sinvolvement with MCWAP has includedparticipation in the feasibility studies, detaileddesign, geotechnical investigations andconstruction monitoring, since thecommencement of the feasibility study of thetwo phase project in 2008.

“Mokolo Dam was originally constructed as awater supply facility for irrigation, industrialand household use in Lephalale and surrounds.

Due to the overwhelming industrialdevelopment of the town in recent years, thedemand for water has risen rapidly,” heexplains. “MCWAP has been designed toabstract the surplus water from Mokolo Damand the Crocodile River (West), in order tosatisfy the considerable predicted industrialdemand without impacting on existing legalwater use, which was a sensitive issue andconsequently treated with great circumspect.”

Viljoen notes that Phase 1 at MCWAPinvolves the construction of water deliveryinfrastructure between Mokolo Dam and adelivery point between Medupi and Matimbapower stations. ■

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The first solar tower power plant in North Africa will be built inAlgeria. The People's Democratic Republic of Algeria Ministryof Higher Education and Scientific Research and the German

Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation andNuclear Safety (Bundesministeriums für Umwelt, Naturschutz undReaktorsicherheit; BMU) have agreed to collaborate on thisproject. The aim is to build a solar-gas hybrid power plant with anoutput of up to seven megawatts. Important components ofpower station technology were, to a great extent, developed bythe German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- undRaumfahrt; DLR) with partners.

The power plant will be constructed in Boughezoul, on thenorthern edge of the Sahara desert, and will serve primarily as apilot and research facility. It will be able to operate using just solarenergy or as a hybrid power plant fuelled by a combination ofsolar power and gas. This combination enables this country, onethat holds exceptionally large gas reserves, to manage a relativelysmooth and inexpensive transition from fossil fuel to solar powergeneration with an assured continuity of supply.

"We are delighted to be able to further develop relationsbetween Algeria and Germany in respect of environmentaltechnologies and renewable energies through this project," statedthe German ambassador to Algeria, Götz Lingenthal, who signed adeclaration of intent to promote and support this venture at theEnviroAlgérie trade fair in Oran.

German lab work leads to Algerian powerKey components of the technology for the solar tower power plantwere developed at DLR. On a laboratory scale, solar researchersinitially designed and tested the High Temperature Receiver(HiTRec) currently in use in the solar furnace in Cologne. At the topof the tower, a solar radiation receiver collects the radiationreflected by the mirrors and converts this solar energy into heat.The HiTRec solar radiation receiver uses ambient air, making itvery robust and therefore ideally suited to operate in North Africa.The receiver operates at temperatures of up to 700 degreesCelsius, so solar energy can be converted into heat andsubsequently into electricity very efficiently.

Researchers tested the first large-scale pilot unit of this type ofreceiver at the Plataforma Solar de Almería in southern Spain. Thebreakthrough came when this new technology was applied to thepilot solar tower power plant in Jülich, in Germany, that wascompleted in 2009 by Kraftanlagen München (KAM).

"We are delighted that a solar tower power plant using receivertechnology developed at DLR is now, for the first time, about to be

constructed in the Sun Belt. This is a great success, only madepossible by the pilot solar tower power plant in Jülich. Togetherwith Algerian researchers, we will be able to gain valuableexperience to further improve this technology under real desertconditions," commented Bernhard Hoffschmidt, Co-Director of theDLR Institute of Solar Research. "DLR has guided this technologyfrom the early stages of basic research in the laboratory inCologne through to its use in the Sun Belt in North Africa and,with its partners, continues to develop this concept."

How a solar tower station operatesIn a solar tower power station, an array of mirrors reflects sunlightonto the top of the tower. Here, the concentrated rays areconverted into heat, giving rise to temperatures of up to 1,000degrees Celsius. This energy is used to heat water and turn it intosteam; this steam is then used to drive a turbine. Solar towerpower plants operate at higher temperatures than other kinds ofsolar-thermal power plants, like parabolic trough power plants.Their high operating temperatures make the efficiency rating ofthese power plants very high – fewer collectors are needed perkilowatt-hour generated, thereby cutting the cost of powergeneration. In contrast to the parabolic trough design of solarpower plants, the first of which entered service some 30 years ago,solar tower power technology is still, comparatively speaking, inits infancy. The big advantage of solar thermal power plants is thatthey are able to store solar power in the form of heat for severalhours, and to do so in a cost-effective manner. This enables themto deliver renewably sourced electricity in line with varyingdemand. ■

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North Africa’s first solartower power plantThe DLR research power plant in the German town of Jülich inspires theconstruction of a unique solar facility in Algeria

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ConstructionMore solutions, more services for bauma Africa


The amount of exhibition space at the first bauma Africa - scheduledto take place 18-21 September 2013 at the Gallagher ConventionCenter in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa - has been increasedto 35,000 square metres - which is almost double the originallyplanned figure of 20,000 square metres, to meet greater thanexpected requirements from exhibitors.

Industry giants such as Bauer, Bell, ELB Equipment, Goscor Group,Hyundai, Herrenknecht, LiuGong, Pilot Crushtec, Sany, Shantui,Vermeer, Wacker Neuson and Wirtgen have already registered forbauma Africa. Sales partners of brands such as Bobcat, Casagrande,Doosan, Fiori, Genie, Kawasaki and Mitsubishi will also berepresented at the trade fair.

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) hasextended its business relations with Steelwristfor the supply of factory-fitted Tiltrotators forExcavators to include the supply of innovativeexcavator quick couplers. Steelwrist’s new quick coupler technology isdesigned to always maintain the attachmentin a safe position even if the operator shouldfail in the connection procedure. The

development of this quick coupler technologyis based on the increasing quality and safetydemands in standards and from markets.

“The Volvo CE quick coupler strategy isbased on the Symmetrical Quick Couplerstandard and Steelwrist’s patented front pinlock coupler technology,” explains KarlSerneberg, Volvo CE’s global director ofattachments. “Our strategic partnership

with Steelwrist gives us a competitiveadvantage in this area.”

Koen Sips, vice president of CustomerSolutions at Volvo CE agrees, commenting,“With Volvo’s global presence andSteelwrist’s unique product features I amconfident that this closer cooperation willdrive a significant growth of theattachment business.”

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Within a year or so, solid minerals from Zambia and the DR Congowill be reaching the Atlantic via the rehabilitated CFB (Benguela)Railway. Some brand-new rolling stock has already been

delivered from China. In the process the whole of Angola’s de-minedsouthern provinces such as Huambo have been opened up todevelopment. Resources such as copper, manganese and phosphate rockare known to be there, but a thorough geological survey using the latestremote-sensing techniques is needed to establish where and how much.

Meanwhile, further north in SSA’s other energy giant Nigeria’s Mines &Steel Development Ministry are committed to a Road Map for SolidMineral Development will be in the public domain by the end of thiscalendar year. International investors such as SNC-Lavalin (Canada) canhardly wait. Nigeria’s solid mineral resources are known to cover justabout every ore imaginable as well as including substantial reserves ofgold and, at the other end of the value scale, essential bulk materials forconstruction like gypsum and aggregates.

So, it is no wonder that commercial law firms that specialise in theprotection of the interests of mining investors are emphasising their casesfor attracting more business to and within Africa.

Resources and challengesOne is international operator Mayer Brown, established on three othercontinents. In a recent review in ‘Angola Today’, Lucy Hall of this business’sMining Group listed the main challenges facing potential investors inwhat could one day once again be a major industry, pointing out thatmost of these are common to other sub-Saharan countries (1).

First is the issue of acute shortage of skilled human resources. Angola’srocketing wage rates are well-known, but a more fundamental issue is thecommunity tensions that can build up as a result of insensitivedevelopment. This includes the allocation of training resources, which arefew and far between in this particular conflict-torn case. “Ensure thestaffing of a project is balanced community-wise” is the gist of hermessage. If this had been heard earlier perhaps the tragic episode atMarikana (South Africa) would not have taken place a few months ago.

Second comes the necessity to have a planned and workable crisismanagement process in place; mining developments are often associatedwith civil unrest. Cote d’Ivoire is the case she cites here.

Third is being prepared to deal with potential cases of theft, of metalproducts, such as steel railway lines in particular. The new CFB team seemto have thought this one out, but costly mine-development plant caneasily be removed illicitly, too.

Fourth comes the need for special security provisions to be made foremployees and their (and the developer’s) other assets. She points outthat a tin mine in a neighbouring country was occupied for five whole

years by irregular military personnel.And the fifth is really an elaboration of the first – the necessity for very

thorough planning in the first place.“Understanding and engaging with local communities is of paramount

importance,” she says.“By developing a clear strategy at the outset of a mining project and

obtaining community support many of the above issues can beprevented or minimised.”

Nigeria is in a much better position, because it already has had a newMining Act in place since 2007 to control development, and its manyresources are already well-known and moderately well developed,

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What mattersin mine operationAngola and Nigeria illustrate the enormous potential there is fordeveloping Africa’s solid mineral resources - but lawyers stress that specialprecautions are needed to ensure success



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although urgently in need of updatedgeosciences data. Most, like the formerbitumen, tin and iron ore industries areeffectively moribund. Nigeria used to producemore than half a million tons of high-qualitycoal. A new set of Mining Regulations to controldevelopment was published in 2011.

Mining Minister Musa Mohammed Sada tolda visiting delegation from Canada recently thatthe long-awaited Road Map – effectively anoutline planning document – will be presentedby the end of this year. A special MiningCadastre Office (essentially an institution toadminister leases and certificate investors) aswell as an active public-private partnershipprogramme are already established to facilitatethe follow-on developments from this, such asattracting incoming investment frominternational operators like Brazil’s Vale thatalready have extensive interests in Africa.

Mineral matters surveyedIn advance of this important announcementLagos-based commercial lawyers F O Akinrele& Co (2) produced a useful Overview of theNigerian Mining Sector, which we found online.This lists by individual state the type ofresources that are believed to exist. Uranium forexample is found in no less than six.

This list is very long; it is difficult to think of asolid mineral resource that is not believed to beburied somewhere in Nigeria. Take the manyminerals needed for successful development ofa chemical fertilizer (urea and NPK) industry, forexample. Not only are there abundant reservesof gas (essential to produce anhydrousammonia, the raw material of urea) but there ispotash in Borno, Jigawa and Katsina States andphosphate rock in Abia, Kogi and Ogun; Sokotohas reserves of both. Very few other countriesin the world are blessed in this way. And it’smuch the same for gold, tin (cassiterite),manganese and a host of other base and raremetals. Apart from better transportationfacilities all that is needed is the commercialclimate in which to develop them (the firmstresses “the need to aggressively market coalproperties”) - and of course the financialresources to carry out the survey anddevelopment work that must follow.

“The government has already completedairborne geophysical mapping of 44 per cent ofthe country” the document says. On thebalance “funding for this is available through aUS$25mn portion of a UN facility.”

Measures already taken recently to liberaliseforeign investment are usefully listed. “Thesecan be considered as strong incentives for anyprospective investor into the Nigerian miningindustry” the Overview says. ■

1 www.mayerbrown.com/experience/mining2 www.foakinrele.com

Industrial flooring firm Concrete Laser Flooring (CLF) completed a project forunderground mining equipment manufacturer Joy Mining recently, to support

expansion of its distribution facility. CLF was contracted to lay down more than 8,000m2 of high tolerance concrete flooring. Work at the Germiston-based distribution centre involved the extension of the existingfacility, which was required to have FM2 special and CAT 1 tolerances, due to the heavyloads, narrow aisles and high racking space. The floor tolerances were surveyed usingthe Racktrack profilorgraph – a highly sophisticated measuring device that measuresthe floor flatness every 29 mm.CLF director Peter Norton points out that, due to the design load of the floor, thecompany was required to lay a 350 mm thick floor, compared to the industry standardof 180 mm."The weight of certain Joy Mining equipment is considerable, which results in extremelyhigh post load on the racking. As a result, the floor had to be almost twice as thick asstandard floors, with a heavily steel re-enforced design, in order to ensure that weachieved the required tolerances."According to Norton, a total of 2,700 m3 of concrete that was placed within a 1 weekperiod."It was a highly challenging task to accurately lay such a large amount of concretewithin the specified times, and according to the necessary tolerances. CLF was,however, able to complete the project without any major setbacks on time and withinbudget."Norton highlights the fact that CLF also polished more than 3,000 m2 of office floorspace to create an exceptionally durable and highly attractive floor finish that is thecurrent trend in interior floor design. Following the grinding process, the concrete floor was hardened and sealed againststaining by making use of the AmeriPolish range of chemicals supplied by Concreate, asister company within the CLF Group of companies. Norton explains, "AmeriPolishdensifier is a proprietary lithium silicate-based formulation. It is an odourless liquidconcentrate that hardens and densifies the concrete by reacting with calcium hydroxideto form insoluble calcium-silicate-hydrates (CSH) that become a permanent part of theconcrete. This creates additional cementitious bonds that harden the surface and plugmicroscopic pores to reduce surface porosity."The final step in the floor polishing process was to add AmeriPolish stain protector tothe surface, says Norton. "AmeriPolish stain protector is a breathable sealer that helps toprotect the surface against stains and etching, and to minimise liquid infiltration thatmight cause colour migration or dispersion, thereby ensuring long lasting quality of thefloor surface."

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Dolat Ventures Inc., a diamonddevelopment company focused on itsmining projects in West Africa's

Baimbawai Pool on the Sewa River in SierraLeone, recently released research pertainingto the growing economic opportunities inthe mining industry.

According to the company’srepresentatives, Sierra Leone is consideredone of the most stable countries on theAfrican continent. It has a thrivingdemocracy along with a growing economyand the investment climate is booming.Sierra Leone's coast has fertile seas, vastmineral resources and hard working people.

The country has benefited from increasingtourism and has continued to attractsignificant attention from global businessand investors. In an annual survey conductedby the World Bank across a total of 183Countries, the level of Investor ProtectionSierra Leone, ranked 29th out of 183, washigher than a number of developed WesternEuropean Countries including Germany andSwitzerland and ranks alongside Denmark &Sweden and on average 40 per cent higherthan the rest of sub-Saharan Africa. SierraLeone also ranked a respectable 79th out of183 in the ease of starting a new business.

In a recent report issued by the StandardChartered Bank forecasts show Sierra Leoneis set for rapid growth; with forecasts at 30per cent growth in real GDP in 2012Government forecasts from the Ministry ofFinance and the IMF go beyond this andestimate a potential one time surge in realGDP growth of 51 per cent y/y in 2012 owingto new iron-ore production from the Tonkolilimine which would still put Sierra Leoneamong the fastest-growing African countries.

The Country continues to rebuild itsreputation following the bitter civil war inthe late 1990s. The war impacted severely onthe mining sector but, since the cessation ofrebel activity and re-establishment of

government control in early 2002, themining industry has been targeted by theSierra Leonean government as a priority forre-development. A concerted effort has beenmade through capacity building andinstitutional reform to enhance the country'sattractiveness to investors and increaseforeign direct investment. Parliamentaryelections took place in August/September2007. The elections were declared to be openand fair by international observers and apeaceful transition of power has taken placeto the main opposition party. The localgovernment system is based on chiefdomsand patrilineal descent. A good workingrelationship at local level is essential for thesmooth running of exploration and miningprojects. GGSM has forged alliances at thevery highest levels of Sierra Leonean society.

The Strategy and Policy Unit of theMinistry of Mineral Resources in Sierra Leonepredict that annual production growth after2012 will be four per cent for diamondproduction and 10 per cent for gold.Additionally they forecast that Mineralexports could rise to US$1.2bn by 2020 froma base of US$230mn in 2007. Mineral exportsper Capita are set increase to US$170 in 2020for US$34 in 2007, an increase of 400 percent.

Strong global demand for minerals,underpinned by rapid growth in emergingeconomies such as China, Brazil and India,has fuelled an investment boom in themining sector. Of particular interest to SierraLeone is the dominance of junior explorationcompanies in this revival, since they will bemost likely to underpin the explorationinvestments needed to establish SierraLeone's mineral potential, and the increasingappetite of major mining companies to makelarge investments in high-risk, emergingeconomies. Data issued by the Ministry ofTrade and Industry in combination withSierra Leone Import and Export Promotion

Agency (SLIEPA) supports the growinginvestment stating that the potentialpipeline across all sectors was over US$10billion. Sierra Leone has now become amelting pot of oil, iron ore, diamonds andother investments.

The Government has taken positive actionto help restore confidence and promotegrowth across the mining industry allboosted with the long standing return topolitical stability in Sierra Leone. With a newinvestment code introduced in 2005 focusingon the promotion of value added activitiesand joint ventures with foreign investors theGovernment is working to rejuvenate thedomestic mining sector and to allow it toonce again underpin the formal economyand support the Government'sdevelopmental objectives. The successfulimplementation of an IMF-supportedeconomic reform programme hasestablished a sound macroeconomicenvironment. Inflation has been kept undercontrol, the exchange rate has stabilised, andaccess to foreign exchange has improved.

Dovid Hauck , President of Dolat Venturesstated, "Our future results may be veryexciting and add to the gold trend which theCompany has discovered. We continue tofocus on expanding our diamond resourcesat the Baimbawai Pool on the Sewa River,which has shown exciting potential to date.At current grades and diamond values, theBaimbawai Pool on the Sewa Riverpotentially maybe one of the highest knownvalue per ton kimberlites globally. Dolat isalso in preliminary negotiations with othermines within 10km from Dolat's mines thathave an interest in being acquired. There isplenty of opportunity for expansion indiamonds and into gold and other metals.We intend to be drilling and upgrading theresource statement during the fourth quarterof this year and I look forward to updatingshareholders as we progress." ■

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Mining

Equipment offered by the Wirtgen Group’sMineral Technologies division includes the

Wirtgen Surface Miners and Kleemanncrushing and screening machines. Extractingminerals in opencast deposits and processingmineral raw materials places great demandson man and machine. Durable, high-performance equipment is an absolutenecessity. The Wirtgen Group has innovativeand practical technologies which are adaptedfor the most extreme conditions of useimaginable. The robust machines offer greatreliability and cost-effectiveness for everythingfrom material extraction to materialprocessing.

Wirtgen Surface MinersThe established mechanical mining procedureis accomplished without conventional drilling,blasting and pre-crushing. Wirtgen uses itshigh-performance cutting technology here.The surface miners function much like coldmilling machines, cutting and crushing the

rock with a special cutting roller. Sturdyconveyor systems load it onto dumpers ordeposit it beside the surface miner.Alternatively, the rock can also be placedbetween the chassis behind the machine. TheWirtgen Surface Miners have cutting widths of2.20 m to 4.20 m and cutting depths of 20 cmto 83 cm up to a uniaxial compressive strengthof 120 MPa. Special machines for rockconstruction can even cut hard granite up to260 MPa. Moreover, Wirtgen is the onlymanufacturer that covers a performancespectrum from 100 t/h to 3000 t/h.

The surface miners’ fields of applicationinclude opencast mining and routing work onroads, railway lines and tunnels. They enablethe selective extraction of valuable minerals,coal, limestone, gypsum, bauxite, phosphateand iron ore with great purity. Constantexpansion of the spectrum of use means thatsurface miners are also used for specialapplications in salt mining, granite, kimberliteand oil shale.

Kleemann crushing and screening machinesThe Wirtgen Group also offers a wide range ofjaw, impact and cone crushers and as well asscreening machines for processing mineralraw materials. Kleemann has been in thebusiness of processing natural stone for morethan 150 years. Pieces of rock obtained fromdrilling and blasting work in quarries areprocessed to defined grain sizes. Theseclassified final granulations are used asstandardised additives for concrete and forasphalt base, binder and surface courses inroad construction as well as civil engineering.

In addition, Kleemann products aredesigned to handle the hardest minerals andmaterials in the mining industry. Kleemannprovides its customers with applicationconsulting for selecting the right machine tosuit their requirements. This ensures the mostcost-effective mining of the given product inthe daily production required.

www.wirtgen.co.za

Wirtgen’s mining and processing technology

The Wirtgen Group offers machines formining and processing useful minerals withthe Wirtgen Surface Miners and Kleemanncrushing and screening machines



AN AFRICAN MINERAL HERITAGE THAT RUNS DEEP.

> Corporate and Investment Banking

StandardBank Moving ForwardTM

Also trading as Stanbic Bank

Authorised financial services and registered credit provider (NCRCP15).The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited (Reg. No. 1962/000738/06). SBSA 133404 -12/12Moving Forward is a trademark of The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited

Expertise in natural resources has formed the backbone of our business for the last 150 years. This is why you know you can rely on our local knowledge and capability, because in value chains that span industries and borders, getting the most out of resources always requires a resourceful partner. For more information visit www.standardbank.co.za/cib. They call it Africa. We call it home.

NORTHLAND RESOURCES

USD 50 million Bridge Facility, USD 675 million Equity Raising and Bond Offering and USD 40 million Cost Overrun Facility

Lead Arranger

Sweden

TURQUOISE HILL

Advisory Mandate for US Ex�im’s Financing of Oyu Tolgoi Copper�Gold�Silver Project

Advisor

Mongolia

MONGOLIANMINING CORPORATIONUSD 600 million

Acquisition Bridge Loan Facilityand Coal Prepayment

Sole Arranger and Facility Agent

Mongolia

METOREX

USD 1.3 billion

Lead Financial Advisor and Investment Bank to Metorex on its acquisition by the Jinchuan Group Limited

DRC

KONKOLA COPPER MINES

USD 500 million Bridge Facility and USD 700 million Corporate Term Loan

Mandated Lead Arranger

Zambia

BHP BILLITONUSD 1.9 billion

Valuation expert to BHP Billiton in the sale of its 37% stake in Richards Bay Minerals to Rio Tinto

South Africa

BASE RESOURCES

USD 418 million

Project Finance of the Kwale Mineral Sands Project

Joint Mandated Lead Arranger

Kenya

AFRICAN MINERALS

USD 418 million Short–termfinancing, USD 100 millionCost Overrun Facility and USD 90 million Equipment Financing

Sole Arranger

Sierra Leone

FIRST QUANTUM MINERALSUSD 1 billion

Corporate Facility

Joint Lead Arranger

Zambia

DISCOVERY METALSUSD 205 million Project Financing and USD 50 millionCorporate Facility

Joint Lead Arranger

Botswana

ASSORE

ZAR 3.5 billion

Acquisition Financing

Financial Advisor and Lead Arranger

South Africa

ANGLO AMERICAN

USD 555 million

Advisor to Anglo American on the acquisition of a 58.9% stake in the Revuboe metallurgical coal project

Mozambique

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Plastics

Environmentally conscious building contractors andarchitects can benefit from making use of PVC piping

products produced by companies that are recognised by theSouthern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) as ‘Best Practice PVCManufacturers’. DPI Plastics is a manufacturer of water reticulation, drainage andpipe fitting systems in South Africa, and has been recognised bySAVA as a Best Practice PVC Manufacturer since becoming asignatory of the association’s Product Stewardship Programme(PSP), a series of achievable commitments to address theindustry’s environmental issues. DPI Plastics technical and product manager Renier Snymannoted that the company gained considerable market interestlast year from potential clients looking to obtain a green starrating from the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA),

which no longer penalises the use of PVC products insustainable projects - having removed the MAT-7 PVCminimisation clause from its green star tool rating system so thatenvironmentally-conscious contractors can enjoy the benefits ofPVC products while ensuring that they have a neutral impact ontheir GBCSA green star rating.As a SAVA PSP signatory, DPI Plastics is committed to thefollowing five fundamental key aspects of the manufacture ofPVC piping products: Responsible and sustainable use of additives: Setting realistictimeframes for the delivery of key undertakings in theproduction and storage, as well as responsible and sustainableuse of additives, waste management, research and publicreporting.Responsible and sustainable vinyl recycling programme:Quantifying the opportunity for recycling in post-productionand post-consumer waste, setting realistic and sustainable goalsand delivering on end-of-life cycle challenges pertaining to PVC.Effective communication: Handling industry, public andgovernment perceptions constructively by communicatingscience, reality and local applicability.Industry health: Product development, market and applicationopportunity, resulting in improved human capital and overallgrowth, prosperity and sustainability of the vinyl industry.SAVA functionality: To be a fully functional industry initiative,adding value to members and the industry as a whole andgrowing a sustainable membership base with an effectivemarketing plan.

www.dpiplastics.co.za

Promoting ‘best practice’ PVC products

DPI Plastics became recognised by SAVA as a Best Practice PVC Manufacturer


The GBCSA announced that the use of PVC products in sustainable projects will nolonger be penalised



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UtilitiesOtrac promotes wheel saw in EgyptOtrac Heavy Equipment, based at Heliopolis, the Authorised dealer inEgypt for both the Bobcat and Doosan ranges from Doosan InfracoreConstruction Equipment (DI CE), recently organised two demonstrationevents to promote the Bobcat WS32 wheel saw attachment. Both eventswere organised and presented by Emad Saloum, Sales and MarketingManager for Otrac - with the first taking place in New Cairo, and theother staged in the El Minya district of Upper Egypt. The WS32 wheelsaw attachment was put through its paces, mounted on a new BobcatA770HF all wheel steer loader to show why the wheel saw is ideal forcarrying out the trenching work that will be required on future gaspipeline installation projects in Egypt. Among the invitees at the events were Engineer Hisham Al Alany,Operation Sector Manager for Town Gaz. Also attending were Mr TarekAdel, General Manager Maintenance Management, and EngineerMohamed Ghoneim, Domestic Project Manager, at Taqa Arabiya.The WS32 wheel saw attachment is the largest model ever offered byBobcat. Designed to cut efficiently through asphalt, rock and concrete,the WS32 wheel saw has a fixed trenching width of 250 mm while thedepth can range from 450 to 800 mm.Karl Fakhoury, District Attachments Manager Middle East and Africa forDI CE, said, “The WS32 model and the rest of the Bobcat range of wheelsaws can cut through a variety of surfaces including asphalt and reinforcedconcrete, making them ideal for demolition, road repair and creatingtrenches for utilities such as water, gas, electric or fibre optic cable services. “Available for use throughout the Middle East and Africa, the wheel sawattachments are among over 50 types of attachment that allow usersto fully utilise the versatility and productivity of Bobcat skid-steer loadersas tool carriers for a wide selection of attachments offered by Bobcat.”Although the WS32 was matched with a Bobcat A770HF loader duringthe demonstrations, this wheel saw is ideal for use on the larger Bobcatcompact tracked loaders, particularly the T870 model, the most powerfulloader ever manufactured by Bobcat. This top-of-the-range T870 modelcombines high power and performance to set new standards in compact

loaders. The T870 loader has been specially designed to run the mostpowerful attachments from Bobcat including the new WS32 wheel saw.As well as fixed width trenching for the utilities, the WS32 wheel saw canbe used for creating excavation sites, for slot cutting and for maintenancework, including trenching vertical edges for road and pavement repairs.The very powerful and efficient WS32 trenching tool weighs 1,440 kg,has a height of 1,802 mm, width of 1,650 mm and is 2,386 mm long. Themaximum wheel rotation speed is 95 RPM. In addition to highly effectivecutting through thick layers of asphalt, concrete and rock, the WS32wheel saw can also cut through wire mesh. The WS32 has a newattachment control system valve with a built-in hourmeter and a newhydraulic valve for increased performance.Karl Fakhoury added, “All attachments are mounted on Bobcat compactloaders via the unique Bob-Tach quick-change attachment system, whichallows attachments to be fitted to the machine in seconds, with wear-compensating wedges that ensure a secure fit time after time. Since theBob-Tach frame on all Bobcat compact loaders is identical, attachmentscan be exchanged quickly and easily from one machine to another, givingfleet owners and operators a maximum of flexibility with tool carrier-attachment combinations.” The compact size of the WS32/T870 combination results in minimaltraffic disturbance and its manoeuvrability makes it ideal for diggingtrenches on roads or in areas where movement is restricted such as towncentres, inside existing structures, secondary roads or even mountainroads.The operator has full control of the trenching depth at all times. Thedepth gauge helps to provide uniform depth control, but the operatorhas the ability to make depth adjustments from within the cab, withoutstopping the wheel for optimum efficiency and productivity. The wheelsaw has an enclosed design and remains enclosed when working at alldepths. This enclosed design together with the high level of visibilityensures maximum operational safety.



On behalf of Sentula Mining

Something BIG is coming to South Africa on March 27...

On Wednesday March 27, 2013 Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers will hold an auction that will feature an exclusive selection of mining equipment. Every Ritchie Bros. auction is unreserved, meaning there are no minimum bids or reserve prices; every item is sold to the highest bidder on auction day, regardless of price. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers is the world’s largest industrial auctioneer. We conduct hundreds of unreserved public auctions around the world each year, selling more equipment to on-site and online bidders than any other company in the world.

For more information, please contact Steve Barritt +971.50.6509540 or Ger Regan: +971.50.4594701 or visit our website:

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At Propak Africa, taking place 12-15 Marchin Johannesburg, in South Africa(www.propakafrica.co.za), Ishida will demonstratetwo distinct solutions that help to automate foodproduction and packing lines, showcasing someof its latest innovations in multihead weighers,checkweighers and associated equipment.The new Ishida CCW-SE-214 is from Ishida’s rangeof entry-level multihead weighers, ideal for dryfood applications such as snacks, confectionery,biscuits and pasta, with a top speed of up to 90packs per minute for the 14 head model.

Seeking accuracy and reliabilityThe weigher offers excellent accuracy andreliability along with simple set-up and operationvia the intuitive, simple-operation remote controlunit. Easy to remove and interchangeablehoppers minimise downtime for cleaning. Achoice of contact parts is available according toproduct requirements and the machine can befurther tailored via a number of options such asinlet chute, timing hoppers and count prioritysoftware.The Ishida Total Packaging System (iTPS) – is theworld’s fastest and most accurate complete snackfood packing system, with all the major elementscoming from one supplier. Shown with Ishida’s advanced Atlas high speed,high-efficiency snack food bagmaker, Ishidamultihead weigher and DACS-W checkweigherand available with throat metal detector, printerand seal tester, the fully integrated system deliversnear-zero product giveaway at speeds of up to250 bpm, excellent handling properties (thanksto its twin rotary jaw system), and variable sealtime and seal pressure, all of which contributeto maximum packing line efficiency, minimumwaste and highest pack quality. The iTPS’scompact design also delivers optimum returnon factory space. Part of Ishida’s advanced checkweigher range,the DACS-W-012 features unique DSP (DigitalSignal Processing) technology that permitsaccurate signal processing under a wide rangeof weighing

www.ishidaeurope.com

Automation is key for production and packing

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Generators

Diesel-powered generators areuquestionably the most reliable, durable,

and economical source of emergency power.In almost all instances, diesel generators arethe only source of power generation thatmeets federal and state requirements of 10-second start-up and electrical load-carryingcapacity. Diesel powered units are typicallymuch larger than the portable gasolinepowered generators available at local homesupply stores.Comprising a Diesel engine, a generator and anumber of ancillary devices - including a base,canopy, sound attenuation, control systems,circuit breakers, jacket water heaters andstarting system, generating sets (gensets)ranges typically from 8 to 30 kW in output fordomestic and small business application.

Larger sets, which operate at between 8 kWand 2,000 kW, are used for sizeable office orbusiness facilities, and at factories.Large gensets (at around 2,000 kW) may beheld in 12m (40 ft) containers - where there isspace for a fuel tank, controls, powerdistribution and control equipment. Typically,these act as standalone power stations or asbackups to grid systems. Such gensetinstallations (known as ‘power modules’) caninclude multiple container units. Hundreds ofpower modules may be combined on one siteto create a small power station.Diesel generators as small as 200 kW arecommonly used for emergency power, or evenfor feeding power to utility grid sytems - tosupport provision during peak periods orperiods of power shortage.

Diesel generators are also used frequently atsea, to provide auxiliary power for lights, fans,winches, or other equipment - and also tosupport a vessel’s propulsion systems. Anotherscenarion involving the application of small tomedium sized Diesel units is the cmobinationof diesel and electric motors found in verylarge land vehicles - including locomotives.Most important of all is the use of the genset inemergency scenarios. Diesel generators arethe technology of choice in Africa's criticalcentres for medical treatment, for temporaryaccommodation, and a host of other rapidresponse or chronic need situations. With aself-contained fuel supply, diesel-poweredunits aren't vulnerable to utility serviceinterruptions that occur during naturaldisasters.

Modern genset scenarios, on land and at sea - and in emergencies



Price isn't everything. For a long

time it has been no secret that

top-class used machines can be

bought more cheaply than their new

equivalents. A useful rule of thumb is

that on average a good used machine

costs 70 percent of the new price –

although this can vary depending on

the sector, age and condition of the

machine. But once the buyer has found

what he is looking for, price is no

longer the focus of negotiations to the

exclusion of all else. When the buyer

has found the right machine the main

consideration is the product solution –

and this can be used, new or a mix of

new and used components. After all,

many used machines are retrofitted

and upgraded to meet the very latest

technological standards.

This is where expert advice from

reputable dealers and manufacturers is

indispensable. Understanding of the

technical possibilities that the machine

offers should always be supplemented

by professional consulting on

financing and logistics right up to

installing and setting up the machine in

its final destination. A few suppliers

can offer all this expertise themselves;

often there are well-established

"networks" - eg of machinery dealers

and freight forwarders. After all, it is

always the customer who is king and

solving his problems is the core aim of

the transaction for everyone involved.

Meeting the marketUSETEC is an outstanding forum for

making contacts with machinery

suppliers from all over the world. The

next edition of the world's leading trade

fair for used machinery and equipment

is taking place from 22-24 April 2013 in

Cologne. With over 400 exhibitors from

25 countries, USETEC represents every

aspect of the world-wide professional

used machinery market: From A for

agglomerator to Z for zymometer –

buyers from over 100 countries will find

machines for every sector.

While the majority of buyers from

Africa travel to the trade fair under

their own steam, other visitors come in

groups. Several 10-20 strong groups of

businessmen from Ethiopia, Congo

and Nigeria for instance, will be

travelling to USETEC 2013. Many

visitors take advantage of the fact that

USETEC 2013 starts one day after the

end of bauma/Munich. If it is

construction equipment you are after,

this is the ideal opportunity to ‘kill two

birds with one stone’. Interested buyers

can turn their trip into a tour of

Germany, which lasts several days and

makes the journey doubly worthwhile.

Sharing the newsCommunication before the trade fair

has been specifically designed for

USETEC’s international audience.

"Visitor prospectuses and the

website for USETEC are being

published in 19 languages," says

USETEC organiser Florian Hess,

Managing Director of Hess GmbH in

Weingarten/Baden. "This means that

foreign visitors do not just have the

option of English or French – but also

Arabic or Farsi.

"Visitors can send machinery

enquiries to the exhibitors free of

charge and all year round via our

website: www.usetec.com. More and

more visitors are taking advantage of

this service and it is impossible to

imagine preparing for the fair or

following up leads after the fair

without it." ■

USETEC 2013 takes place 22-24 April

2013 in Cologne, Germany

www.usetec.com

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A new SGV Vortex Pump Head for VantonSump-Gard vertical thermoplastic pumpshandles fluids and slurries containing stringymaterials or solids to 51 mm in diameter.Solid thermoplastic construction of allwetted components allows corrosion-free,abrasion-resistant handling of acids, causticsand a wide range of solids-laden wastes attemperatures to 135°C.The SGV Vortex Pump Head features arecessed, dynamically balanced, clog-freeimpeller, allowing solids to pass through thepump without blockage, and is offered onVanton SG Series sump pumps for depths to6.1 m, and SGK cantilevered bearingless run-dry pumps for depths to 1.2 m.All fluid-contact components of the pumpare available in abrasion-resistantpolypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC),chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) or

polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), which arechemically inert to the corrosive fluids theyare specified to handle, unlike metalliccomponents. The heavy-duty stainless steelshaft is fully isolated from the fluid by a thick-sectioned thermoplastic sleeve, eliminatingmetal contact with the pumped fluid.The company also offers horizontalcentrifugal thermoplastics pumps withVortex and other hydraulic heads, as well assealless peristaltic pumps and integratednon-metallic tank/pump systems forhandling of corrosive treatment chemicalsand collected wastes spanning the entire pHrange with no corrosion of the pump, andof ultrapure liquids and reagent gradechemicals with no contamination/ionisationof the fluid.

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SGV Vortex PumpHead shown onVanton SGKcantilevered,bearingless run-drySump-Gard pumppasses stringymaterials or solids to51 mm in diameter.All fluid contactcomponents of solid,inert thermoplasticseliminate pumpcorrosionand fluidcontamination

Thermoplastic vortex pump head to handle solids-laden acids and caustics

Ajman Free Zone Authority ......55

Bell Equipment Company

SA (Pty) Ltd. ......................................46

Broadcrown Ltd. ............................63

China Import and

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Ciber Equipamentos

Rodoviários Ltda. ..........................49

DEWA-Dubai Electricity & Water

Authority (WETEX 2013) ............25

Doosan Infracore ..............................7

Eko Hotel and Suites ....................65

Emirates ................................................2

Ethiopian Airlines

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Exhibition Management

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Fiori SPA..............................................50

Guardia Systems ............................32

Hess GmbH ......................................12

IronPlanet ..........................................16

Jessop & Associates (Pty) Ltd. ..17

Kirloskar Brothers Ltd. ....................9

Komatsu ............................................31

Konecranes ......................................37

Labadi Beach Hotel ......................23

Marelli Motori S.p.A.......................67

Messe München ............................21

Metalgalante-Carmix ..................47

Montgomery Specialised

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New Terex Holding (UK) Ltd. ....43

Oil Cat - Africa ..................................51

Prime Electric Ltd. ..........................39

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers ..........61

Rolls Royce ........................................41

Schneider Electric IT

Logistic Europe ..............................29

SDMO Industries ............................68

Shandong Shantui Construction

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Standard Bank (Stanbic) ............57

Su-Kam Power Systems Ltd. ....36

Volvo Construction

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Weir Minerals Africa......................53

Zamil Steel ........................................44

Zest - WEG Group ..........................15

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