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Whether we realise it not, construction and engineering as an industry permeates our everyday lives. Even as children, playing with building blocks or fresh batches of Lego, the notion of building and engineering is hard wired into our brain. It is also for this reason that construction and engineering across the world symbolises progression and modernisation, as this particular industry not only builds our homes, but shapes the urban communities in which we work, create, and achieve. It makes the future possible through faster connections, better facilities and more sustainable environments, meeting and moving beyond its clients’ needs to re-invent what can be expected.
As an industry this wide in scope, we felt that the vast size of the construction and engineering industry deserved its own stand-alone publication. From the towering heights of Chinese superskyscrapers to the shimmering skyline of Dubai, and New York’s glimmering concrete jungle, the process of construction and engineering really is everywhere.
It has been really interesting to see how so many companies across the world each demonstrate the multi-faceted nature of the industry. From priorities on green energy to architectural magnificence, it is an honour to showcase such works of excellence.
Kanu Equipment
Kanu Equipment is one of the largest dealers in West, East and Central Africa, and recently South Africa. Kanu Equipment proudly represents worldclass OEM brands such as Bell and Liebherr and supply and supporting the mining and construction industries. Kanu is committed to providing worldclass quality equipment by supporting its customers throughout every step of their project journey. Our team of passionate industry experts paves the way forward for our valued clients.
Kanu Equipment began its operations in the Congo in 2012, with a mission to reduce the cost of operations in Africa, by providing its customers with the equipment to suit their specific application and needs. Kanu Equipment is not just about the delivery of these pieces of equipment. By purchasing your equipment from Kanu Equipment, customers gain confidence through accessing the company’s overall brand promise. A 24/7 commitment of being available to support you. Our team players co-ordinate with ease the company’s vast combined experience across the mining, earthmoving, construction, and agriculture industries. We take pride in supporting our customers in choosing the right products which are best suited for the job, no matter how challenging.
For Kanu Equipment, its distribution network spans the majority of Africa, with a prominent presence in Botswana, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Namibia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. In all of these countries, Kanu Equipment provides some of the industry’s leading heavy equipment to its customers. However, outside of this vast reach, Kanu Equipment also provides an international network of support, and aftersales services to customers in countries where the group is not currently physically present with the same distribution network.
One of the key sectors for Kanu Equipment is the agriculture industry, where it provides equipment which is mainly used in sugar plantations. Equipment under its agriculture sector covers the likes of agriculture tractors, articulated tractors, cane loaders, forklifts, haulage tractors, tandem tractors and versa lifts. These are all from leading brands such as Bell Equipment, Case IH and Kemach Forkliftsall of which are known for their reliability and specialisation towards the agriculture sector. Then, in terms of forestry, Kanu Equipment provides Tigercat loaders, drive-to-tree feller bunches, track feller bunchers, skidders, loggers, track harvesters, wheel harvesters, forwarders, felling heads, harvesting heads; Bell timber trucks and Bell loggers.
For the mining and earthmoving industry, Kanu Equipment is passionate about ensuring that it supports its customers not only with expert
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knowledge, competitively priced parts, spanning the sector by providing Liebherr crawler excavators, crawler loaders, crawler tractors, bulldozers, and wheel loaders which are best suited to the harsh mining conditions, and rough terrains that come with projects within the industry. Kanu Equipment supplies excellent brands such as McCloskey and Superior Industries which make a complimentary addition to the crushing sector of the open cast mining industry. In the construction sector, Kanu Equipment provides a further products such as skid steers, TLBs and graders from leading brands such as Case Construction and New Holland* (*available only in South Africa). Kanu Equipment’s provides topof-the-range Bomag heavy and light equipment for soil/refuse compaction, road repair, maintenance and construction. Therefore, Kanu Equipment is providing the essential machinery needed to complete challenges across a range of sectors, all of which are facilitated with world-class mining, loading, hauling and compaction equipment to benefit its client’s projects throughout its network.
All these equipment offerings are supported by Kanu Equipment’s technical teams which ensure that each customer can choose the equipment which is best suited to each project site, but will support its customers throughout its project life with technical teams, such as maintenance and repairs expertise. In the mining sector specifically, Kanu Equipment has vast experience across both underground and open-cast mining and so the company is ready to utilise this experience to provide its customers with the best equipment that is specifically suited to every mining operation.
A further key aspect of Kanu Equipment’s mining and construction equipment offerings is that it also provides a competitive rental service which gives customers the option and support to rent a piece of equipment. This can potentially save on overall project costs, whilst still making the most of the top-quality equipment that it has to offer.
As we have seen, a big brand that Kanu Equipment is proud to supply is Liebherr which is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of equipment
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across a range of different sectors. Each piece of equipment is designed to be technically innovative, user-oriented, and serving numerous different fields across the world. All these qualities align with Kanu Equipment’s mission to being the Most Supportive Dealership on the African Continent. Through Kanu Equipment’s network, Liebherr mining and construction equipment serves countries such as Botswana, Cameroon, DRC, Kenya, Liberia, Namibia, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. Then, with earthmoving equipment, Kanu delivers Liebherr’s equipment across Benin, Botswana, Cameroon, Chad, DRC, Equatorial Guinea, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and South Africa. As we can see, thanks to Liebherr’s equipment, Kanu Equipment can serve a whole range of sectors across such a vast spread of Africa.
As Kanu Equipment focuses on the future it is looking into acquiring new and exciting partnerships with leading African equipment distributors. In September 2023, Kanu Equipment acquired Kemach
Equipment South Africa which was known for its distribution of leading heavy equipment brands across South Africa. These brands include Liebherr, Bomag, and McCloskey, New Holland, Superior Industries and Kemach Forklifts. This extends Kanu Equipment’s span of product offerings, and distribution network across the continent. Kanu Equipment is proud to continue to increase its span over Africa, whilst providing an even greater variety of machinery offerings to its clients.
Overall, Kanu Equipment is committed to ensuring that its customers can carry out every project operation with ease, supported by the best machinery equipment and brands in the world. Kanu Equipment plays a valuable role in multiple sectors as a leading distributor for the African continent. For Kanu Equipment, its customers remain the company’s central focus and throughout every operation, it is working to provide cost-effective and reliable machinery which in turn will help reduce the overall cost of operation across Africa on a daily basis.
Kanu Equipment and Liebherr
Kanu Equipment’s collaboration with Liebherr is a testament to their commitment to excellence in the mining and construction industry. Liebherr, renowned for its innovative engineering and robust machinery, finds a worthy partner in Kanu Equipment, a company synonymous with reliability and superior customer support.
Through their partnership, Kanu Equipment ensures access to Liebherr’s cutting-edge technology, empowering construction professionals with top-of-the-line equipment capable of meeting the most demanding project requirements. From excavators to dozers, Liebherr machines deliver unmatched performance, efficiency, and durability, making them indispensable assets on any worksite.
Moreover, Kanu Equipment’s dedication to customer service complements Liebherr’s
reputation for quality, providing clients with comprehensive support throughout the entire lifecycle of their machinery. Whether it’s procurement, maintenance, or technical assistance, Kanu Equipment stands by its promise to deliver excellence, ensuring that clients maximize the value of their investment in Liebherr equipment.
In an industry where precision and reliability are paramount, Kanu Equipment’s partnership with Liebherr sets a new standard for excellence. Together, they pave the way for innovation and efficiency in mining and construction, empowering businesses to tackle challenges with confidence and achieve unprecedented levels of success.
With Kanu Equipment you are guaranteed to “Experience The Support”.
Carver Companies
As pioneers of solutions across both land and sea, Carver Companies is an umbrella company operation which spans the construction, maritime and aggregates industries. With 12 companies under the Carver Companies brand, it provides superior logistical, cargo handling, construction, management, and materials development services which are united in Carver’s vision to provide these services whilst maintaining its commitment to honesty and integrity every single day.
Carver’s operations can be split into three main divisions: construction, maritime and materials, with plenty of companies spanning these main sectors. However, the first company that kicked off the Carver brand name was Carver Construction which was founded in 1989. The company began with a single crew facilitating digging projects, however today it has expanded into a diversified construction company working across all aspects of site development. This expansion brought together more the 30 years in the industry under the construction company, and today has a combined 130 years of managerial experience across the sector with its employees. Carver Construction now is a regional leader in all aspects of public, commercial and private sector construction across America.
Another key company under Carver’s construction division is Canaday Property Management Services which provides highquality and reliable maintenance services across the greater Capital District. The company has been in operation for over 25 years and works alongside Carver’s construction business to deliver superior services to facilities to keep them looking and functioning at their very best. This service is available through Canaday in over 14 countries and operates more than 20 sweeper trucks across these areas.
Since Carver began, its maritime sector has vastly developed, and now covers a massive section of its overall operations. Under Carver’s Maritime Sector, there are 8 companies spanning from cargo handling and stevedoring to steelworks and industrial park management. A key company is Carver Maritime Charleston which specialises in handling bulk and breakbulk cargo. Carver Maritime Charleston is known internationally for its diverse range of maritime services which serve vessels travelling from local and international markets. Then following the success of Carver Maritime Charleston, Carver Companies began Carver Maritime Manatee in 2018 which delivers the same level of high-quality cargo and maritime services, but in an even more strategic location in the Tampa Bay Channel. The newer facility accommodates larger vessels with a 40ft water draft. Carver Maritime Manatee is also the closest deep-water port near the Panama
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Canal, and so it plays an increasingly vital role in connecting America with international shipping lines and markets.
Carver Companies is also the owner of the Port of Coeymans Marine Terminal and the Coeymans Industrial Park. The marine terminal is the central industrial waterfront property for New York and its operations span from handling the modularization of power plants and bridges to the manufacturing and construction of marine projects. Part of the success of the marine terminal comes from it being privatelyowned so throughout its operations the owner and employees can work much closer together to deliver a top-quality service to its customers across shipping, processing, warehousing, and logistical needs. The Coeymans Industrial Park, thus, was established with built-to-suite warehousing and facilities to help with the cargo coming from the Coeyman Marine Terminal. The industrial estate now has easy access to all major access points in the Northeast via river, truck, and rail. Therefore, Coeyman Industrial Park provides a fast, efficient, and effective logistical service to help with the development of the Coeyman Marine Terminal.
The final key division of Carver’s operation is in the materials and aggregates sector where it has Carver Sand & Gravel, and Carver Canada. Carver Sand & Gravel began its operations in 1996 as a
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natural transition for the company from product to service alongside its construction business. The company began by purchasing a rock quarry and focused its operations on developing an Aggregate Industrial Business. Today, this business has grown exponentially, and now covers multiple quarry sites, as well as sandpits, and blacktop plants. These sites are supported by the Carver’s fleet of trucks, which work to take the materials from the quarries and towards end markets. Under Carver Sand & Gravel, there are now 10 locations which are serving vital markets on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of America.
The final, and newest addition to Carver Companies, is Carver Canada a granite quarry and port facility. The company’s operations, located in Bayside in New Brunswick, cover almost 100 acres of waterfront real estate and serve 20 miles of nautical coast along the Atlantic Ocean. Its essential
maritime services continue to spread Carver Companies’ reach further into North America.
As we have seen from the vast array of companies under the Carver Companies umbrella, Carver has a stake in multiple of the largest markets operating across America. All of these companies are utilising the knowledge and expertise of the Carver teams to bring an internationally recognised superior service no matter the operation. With each company, Carver boasts multiple projects which are bolstering many local communities across America, and so with this long-term vision for development across the construction, maritime and aggregate industries, Carver Companies is set on transforming each one respectively to create a unified and internationally recognised reputation for Carver Companies in the process.
With over 6000 profiles in its product range, SAM Mouldings is a family-run company that strives to deliver the best quality MDF products for its customers. Behind every operation is a passion for helping its clients to achieve the results they desire whether working in industrial, commercial, or residential settings. Therefore, SAM has spent over 30 years as a key trusted partner in the construction and home improvement industry.
SAM was founded in 1990 but Sam and Julienne McCrea to provide industry leading MDF products backed by its customer service teams which are just as passionate about construction and renovation projects as its clients. Today, SAM’s MDF products can be seen in homes, offices, hotels, and a whole range of commercial buildings across the UK, Europe, Ireland, and the United States. To achieve such a vast network, SAM has two key central locations with one in Northern Ireland and another in England. These hubs are focused on providing market-leading, consistent, and reliable products which are suitable for almost any setting.
For those that don’t know – MDF is a type of lowwastage, engineered wood product which is made by combining ground wood chips into fibres and then boding them with a synthetic resin. Once bonded this resin is then pressed into flat panels using heat and pressure to create the MDF products that SAM began its operations with all those years ago. As MDF is an engineered wood it makes it a great choice for a whole range of purposes thanks to its easy-to-cut and install nature, as well as its low maintenance, unlike other hardwood options. You can expect to see MDF in products such as skirting, architrave, Plinth blocks, decorative mouldings, internal cladding, panelling, door framing, window boards, stair accessories, fascia, and soffits. As you can see, MDF can be used across the whole home and commercial setting, as so with SAM’s focus on developing its own range of MDF products which are backed by the family-friendly and customerfocused teams of the company, it’s a clear win-win situation for both SAM and its clients.
Since we last covered SAM, it has introduced its SAM Wrap line which has created MDF profiles which are wrapped in real wood veneer which can be used in place of solid timber. The look and aesthetics of the wrapped MDF products match that of the real thing, but with it being MDF it benefits from timesaving and cost-effective installation, especially compared to traditional timber products. Another key division for SAM is its ‘ZERO’ range which is designed for project sites where time and money are of the essence, or in-home renovation projects where convenience and ease are needed. SAM ZERO provides a range of high-quality MDF products which are pre-primed before they reach the customer. This priming with an acrylic topcoat eliminates the need for further painting. This is designed to make installation much easier and keep costs low as no
extra paint is needed to achieve the same finish. On the project site, this is essential to reduce labour and materials costs.
The final key product division for SAM is SAM Extreme which uses Medite Tricoba Extreme (MTX) within its manufacturing. MTX is a durable fibreboard which when mixed into MDF board provides extra durable mouldings which can be finished in a variety of ways. The extreme durability of these MDF-MTX products ensures that even in the most extreme of conditions, the products you buy from SAM are unlikely to be affected. These are available in primed, unprimed, fully finished, fascia, soffit, and decorative cladding options. These are also available across SAM’s standard Stock, Extra and Bespoke lines which are designed to help every customer find the right MDF product for them.
As we have seen, SAM is committed to ensuring that its customers are at the forefront of its
operations, and every effort has been made to ensure that throughout its manufacturing and product lines, it has products designed for every customer’s needs. This customer-focused approach was recognised in April when SAM surpassed the industry standard of the Net Promoter Score (NPS). NPS is a rating that is conducted by a survey to understand the likelihood of customers recommending a service to their peers. The results
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of this survey in the manufacturing industry typically sit around a score of 49%. However, SAM achieved a score of 78%, highlighting that over 70% of its customers would recommend the SAM to a friend based on the excellent service they received. This score really highlights SAM’s family-focused passion that began the company almost three decades ago. Over the past 30 years, SAM has remained firm in its commitment to delivering results for its customers through its services and product quality. The success of the survey continues to solidify SAM’s dedication to fostering strong and reliable communication between it and its customers.
Overall, SAM Moulding may at first be seen as a small family-run manufacturing company, but its presence and reputation across the manufacturing industry speaks for itself. With such a wide variety of MDF product offerings to suit every customer’s needs and the NPS score to backing its top-notch customer service – we look forward to seeing how SAM Mouldings continues to expand its product offerings in the future and continue to meet the demands of its clients.
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TotalEnergies Uganda
Energy demand across the world has skyrocketed over the last few decades, with a particular focus in recent years on producing energy whilst mitigating carbon emissions. This focus has caused industry-leading energy companies such as TotalEnergies to expand its offerings and look to find ways to implement more sustainable infrastructural development across the world. Today, TotalEnergies is a global multi-energy company that produces and markets energy across 130 countries worldwide. The main purpose of TotalEnergies is to provide as many people as possible with affordable, sustainable, reliable, and accessible energy offerings which can lead the energy industry into a future where sustainability inhabits every aspect of the energy sector.
For over a century, TotalEnergies has played a valuable role in developing an integrated and balanced multi-energy transition strategy and today is vital in the production and marketing of energies. These energies include oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, as well as renewables and electricity. The company began in 1924, under the name Compagnie Française des Pétroles intending to ensure France’s energy independence. From this original mission, TotalEnergies has significantly evolved and now plays an active role in developing the global energy industry for the benefit of the future.
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A key area of development for TotalEnergies currently is in Uganda, where a rich oil and gas potential is transforming the future of the energy industry. The company has been operating in Uganda since 1955 with TotalEnergies Marketing Uganda Ltd, the company’s marketing and services affiliate. TotalEnergies leads the Ugandan market with 200 service stations located strategically across the country offering consumer products. However, following on from this vital foundation in the downstream petroleum market, in 2010 TotalEnergies established the Exploration and Production affiliate TotalEnergies EP Uganda (TEPU) which focuses on the exploration and production of oil and gas across Uganda.
TEPU vitally works with CNOOC Uganda and the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) in a joint venture partnership with TotalEnergies holding 56.67% interest, 28.33% to CNOOC and 15% to UNOC. The partnership is focused on developing Uganda’s upstream oil and gas market in the Lake Alberta region, which is known for its rich oil resources. At present, the petroleum resources of Uganda are estimated to be at 6.5 billion barrels of Stock Tank Oil-Initially-In-Place (STOIIP), with between 1.4 and 1.7 billion barrels estimated to be recoverable. Therefore, vital companies such as TotalEnergies, CNOOC and UNOC are working together to bring this potential to life to develop the region’s energy sector towards the future.
A central project under this partnership is the Tilenga Project. Tilenga is located across the Bulisa and Nwoya districts covering 6 fields of operations. Within these fields, the project aims to drill over 400 wells and 31 well pads aiming to produce 190,000
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barrels per day (bopd) at its peak. Across the project, there are 6 pumping stations which ensure that this high level of oil production is possible. This high expected production rate aims to help meet the growing global energy demand, and so the oil produced from the project will be transported to the Port of Tanga in Tanzania via pipeline and can be delivered to international markets.
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) is responsible for taking the oil from the Tilenga project to the port in Tanzania where the oil reserves are stored in a terminal ready for loading onto the jetty for distribution to end markets. The pipeline is connected to the central processing facility, flow lines, lake water abstraction facility, and feeder lines, as well as construction camps and support bases. The pipeline is operated by EACOP Ltd. and shareholders TotalEnergies East Africa Midstream has a 63% share, with UNOC, CNOOC and the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) having 15%, 8 % and 15% shares respectively. Across the Tilenga project and EACOP, 80,000 jobs have been created with 11,000 direct jobs, many of which are available to those in the local community. Therefore, the pipeline, buried 1,433km between Kabaale and the port, plays a valuable role in
supporting TotalEnergie’s Tilenga project with a transporting capacity of 216,000 bopd.
One of the key aspects of the Tilenga project is that it maintains TotalEnergies’ commitment to making its operations more sustainable. This is seen across the whole operation, from the solar panels which power the pumping stations to the biodiversity and community initiatives which are working to ensure that the land in which it operates is left in better condition than when it was founded by the company. One of the fields vital to the Tilenga project is Murchison Falls Park, which is a rural area home to local communities and rich ecosystems. Therefore, TotalEnergies has set out a set of pillars to protect and conserve large parts of Murchison Falls Park where it is operating.
To ensure the biodiversity of Murchison Falls Park, TotalEnergies have established a Biodiversity Program which is committed to creating positive change throughout its operations. Tilenga at present covers a rich and bio-diverse area of Uganda with fields in four of the country’s key ecosystems: the National Park, the Savanna, the Wetlands and the forests. TotalEnergies has set out on a mission to implement a range of measures to protect these areas. These measures include the
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development of the Biodiversity Ecosystem Service Action Plan which aims to increase the population of key indicators species by 25% within the Murchison Falls protected area, to enhance the integrity of habitats by managing invasive species, as well as working to restore degraded forests and wetlands.
This focus on protecting the environment is so key to TotalEnergies’ operation in Uganda as the company remains aware of the impact its operations can have on the environment, local communities, and the biodiversity of the land. Therefore, whilst the company is working to enhance the rich deposit potential of the region, it also remains committed to ensuring that every development is made with all of these factors in mind. This was seen with the development of EACOP where the route in which it was developed was rigorously reviewed taking environmental, biodiversity and social constraints into consideration. In May, TotalEnergies announced it was in the process of working with the government in Uganda and Tanzania to improve the management of protected areas across the regions whilst working closely in partnership with
local communities and conservationists to remain committed to the company’s focus on reducing its impacts as much as possible.
However, TotalEnergies aims to continue to scale up its conservation activities across the Murchison National Park, by continuing to invest in research and development projects which monitor the specific species within the park. This will be in partnership with the Uganda Wildlife Authority with a joint mission to improve the management of protected areas. A key part of this will be focusing on education, habitat monitoring, and corridor restoration – all of these will be in partnership with Ecotrust and the Communal Land Associations as the company launches the second phase of its corridor restoration program across the Murchison Falls Protected Area.
Aside from its key conservation efforts, TotalEnergies also announced just a month earlier in April that it had entrusted Lionel Zinsou, former president of the Republic of Benin, to assess the company’s acquisition program set to be carried out in Uganda and Tanzania as part of the Tilenga
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and EACOP project developments. The projects are looking into further land acquisition, and it is Zinsou’s role to look over the land acquisition procedures, conditions for consultation, compensation and relocation of those displaced by the project’s development. The project currently has seen 6,400 hectares of land acquisition which have been carried out on behalf of the Ugandan and Tanzanian governments. This has led to the relocation of 19,140 households, 98% of which have signed compensation agreements.
Zinsou’s has long been an expert in the field and has long been known for his commitment to Africa’s economic development. Therefore, as founder and managing partner of SouthBridge, a consulting company dedicated to the African continent, Zinsou will work closely with TotalEnergies to continue to ensure the acquisition program is working to protect people, whilst developing the country’s energy development for joint economic benefits.
As we have seen, TotalEnergies is a globally integrated energy company which is promoting the development of the energy industry across the world
by implementing vital infrastructure and projects to produce energy for today and for the future. In Uganda, this role is crucial to enhance the rich deposits of the region to bring vital economic development and highlight the country’s role in international markets as a key energy facilitator. However, what remains crucial about every project and development under TotalEnergies is that it ensures the protection and promotion of the local communities and rich biodiversity of each specific region.
In Uganda, this is seen throughout its work with local communities and within the Murchison National Park to ensure that every project limits its harm to the environment and instead leaves behind positive development for the benefit of its local communities for the future. We look forward to seeing how TotalEnergies continues to expand its operations across Uganda and neighbouring countries to enhance the rich deposit potential of the region whilst protecting the local communities in which they operate.
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As the oldest city in South Africa, Cape Town is the country’s legislative capital and is home to more than 4 million residents. With such a diverse population spanning the city, it is no surprise that its everyday functioning, success, and development play a vital role in keeping it as a rich and thriving hub for South Africa. Therefore, the government-run City of Cape Town is responsible for ensuring that the city’s services, infrastructure, and development are designed to meet the needs of today whilst building on the needs of the future.
The City of Cape Town’s central role is to work together with vital stakeholders, governmental officials and the local community to ensure that it is always working towards building Cape Town into a prosperous, inclusive and healthy city for all those who live and work in it. To achieve this, The City is entrusted to distribute public resources to help achieve these goals over a 5-year term, each one outlined with a central mission for what that term hopes to do for Cape Town.
The current June 2022 to June 2027 term is well underway, with the central vision being ‘A City of Hope for All’. This vision is utilised by The City to formulate a strategic plan underlined by policies, objectives, initiatives and programs which provide a roadmap for how the current term aims to make this vision a reality. This roadmap is called the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) which is required by law to outline the strategic framework for how it aims to develop Cape Town over the coming years. However, rather than simply being a legal document with a goal, The City utilises it as an almost step-by-step guide to how it is going to achieve every single step and, as a result, its overall vision.
The IDP is split into 2 vital parts, with the first being a strategic plan which comprises community needs and stakeholder inputs, as well as a full contextual analysis and evaluation of the existing state of Cape Town. By fully assessing the position of Cape Town and its existing infrastructure, resources and needs, the IDP can more effectively identify which areas are in need of vital development in order for the ‘City of Hope’ vision to be achieved. Once this had been established, The City began outlining the second stage of the IDP which is the implementation plan. The implementation plan takes the identified points or challenges facing the city and devises key strategic programmes, projects and initiatives which will take place over the 5-year term. Once these have been identified, the development projects are then divided between the relevant departments of The City to ensure that each one is focused and responsible for their role in developing the city.
The thorough process of the IDP development plan is what allows The City to be so successful in achieving a clear vision and providing an evidential
basis from which resources are dispersed. The ultimate goal of the IDP is to speed up the delivery of development in vital areas, whilst attracting investment into Cape Town, to establish it as a city that is constantly developing towards a more successful infrastructure where prosperity and community are at the forefront. In the current IDP, the central priorities are economic growth, safety and basic services, and then housing, public space environment and amenities. The development of Cape Town’s economic growth however is its central priority in the existing IDP period, with many of the projects and initiatives playing a role in developing the city towards greater economic prosperity in all aspects. Then, the focus on services ensures that citizens have access to essential things such as water, energy, and sanitation, whilst upholding a firm level of safety for all across the city. The final main goal of The City is to bring more development across public spaces, with environmental issues and transport infrastructure playing a vital role in ensuring a more hopeful future for Cape Town.
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These central goals are supported by three vital foundational goals which help ensure the main projects and initiatives of these 5 years can be achieved. These foundations include building a resilient city that is more spatially integrated and inclusive, with the support of a capable and collaborative-focused government. To achieve the main goals set out in the IDP, The City has set out 16 objectives to make these a reality, all of which are broken down into programs and projects. The objectives cover the three main goals looking to increase jobs and investment, making access to basic services more reliable, improving infrastructure, working with the community to strengthen partnerships, refurbishing recreational facilities and making a more spatially integrated city. All of these objectives are then broken down into specific projects or initiatives which aim to achieve these objectives, and as a result, meet the overarching goal of the IDP.
Some key projects under the current IDP 20222027 are the desalination project, groundwater project, catchment management project and water
reuse project. These are working to make Cape Town more water resilient, and so reduce the need for severe water restriction which has been seen across the country during periods of drought. It aims to achieve this by utilising catchment and groundwater collection, as well as working with the vital infrastructure and water systems to clean and reuse water more efficiently. These projects have been enhanced in recent months with the establishment of 3 more Catchment Management Fora (CMF). The introduction of three new CMFs will promote the sustainability and resilience of water resources across the city and develop a more integrated water management system. The project brings together vital stakeholders across governmental, private and business sectors, as well as working directly within communities. By fostering a unified and cohesive approach to water resilience, The City aims to make water flow more freely across the city.
The significant impact of the CMF announcement was highlighted by Councillor Zahid Badroodien with
“The establishment of these mark a significant step forward in our strategic commitment to preserving and enhancing Cape Town’s water resources”. The Councillor’s comment highlights how vital water as a resource is for the country and the role it will continue to play in the security of water resources for its future.
In fact, in the last year, natural disasters have brought widespread devastation across South Africa with wildfires, droughts and even flooding causing threats to life and livelihoods. Therefore, alongside its development projects, The City has also been working to ensure that its preparedness for extreme weather is in place. Following significant rainfall earlier last month, The City issued more than 10,000 flood kits to vulnerable areas such as informal settlements which are often prone to flooding in the wetlands. The kits help families better protect themselves and their homes from flooding and highlight The City’s mission to help its citizens
better protect themselves from natural disasters throughout every aspect of its operations.
Ultimately, The City of Cape Town continues to be developed towards a future where there is no poverty or hunger, and where good health, education, and gender quality are promoted for a better living environment for all of its citizens. With the establishment of a new IDP every 5 years, The City remains focused on ensuring that the management of the city and its resources are always meeting the current and future needs of the people of Cape Town. As we have seen, the current push is towards economic growth, with vital works in place to develop infrastructure, the environment, and service management. We look forward to seeing how The City will continue to carry out more of its operations under the current IDP term as it works to continue to establish Cape Town as a thriving hub primed for continued investment.
Virginia Department of Transportation
As many of us are aware, having topquality transportation links, reliable roads and accessible bridges is one of the most vital parts of everyday life. Almost every single industry relies on transportation of some kind to ensure that daily operations can function well – this includes everything from public transport to large cargo shipments for a whole range of industries. With such a vast spread across industries which are pivotal in keeping the economy running, the role of keeping the highways, railways, and port links running smoothly cannot be understated. This role is even more vital in Virginia, in the United States of America, where the country’s third largest state-maintained highway system is in place. Therefore, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) play a vital role in supporting the transportation sector of Virginia, to ensure that it can continue to support the businesses that rely on these vital links every day.
Established in 1906, VDOT is the state highway commission for Virginia which is committed to ensuring that the operation, maintenance and development of Virginia’s state transportation system remains responsive to the needs of the state. Across Virginia, VDOT is the operator across almost 60 miles of highway systems, made up of interstate, primary, secondary and frontage roads. However, its role does not end on the road, instead, it is also responsible for overseeing the management of bridges, signs, signals, and ferry services, as well as commuter car parks and various rest areas across the state. These include more than 11,900 bridges, 7500 culverts, 6 tunnels, 4 tolling facilities, 3 ferry services, 41 rest areas and 100 car parks. Therefore, VDOT’s operations cover every corner of the state, and ensure that whether people are travelling by car, bus or ferry they will be met with the best quality transportation infrastructure possible. One of the current major projects being carried out by VDOT is the development of the I-95 in Fredericksburg, where the commission has 7 projects underway. These include the development of express lanes and access ramps connecting Route 17 and Old Courthouse Road to serve more motorists. This aims to dissipate the existing gridlock that frequents the I-95 and keep people moving more freely throughout the area. In addition to this, VDOT is also currently expanding the capacity
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on the I-64 interchange with the goal of reducing congestion across the Southside Hampton roads. The development of this plan underwent thorough research under VDOT to ensure that all improvements would mitigate the existing problems, whilst also working to ensure that the environmental impacts from such a development were monitored.
This attention to detail throughout every project by ensuring that it is thoroughly researched and mapped out ensures that every dollar spent on the development is justifiably utilised for the benefit of the state’s transportation infrastructure. However, VDOT also remains focused on ensuring that safety remains a top priority throughout every development project. This was highlighted with its current Pedestrian and Bicycling Program which aims to provide safer routes for pedestrians and cyclists across the state, particularly in areas surrounding schools across the state. To achieve this VDOT has implemented neighbourhood traffic programs, highway safety corridors, a safety service patrol and a Virginia statewide traffic incident
management system to ensure that pedestrians and cyclists are protected at all times.
To achieve such widespread projects, VDOT relies on businesses across the state with contractors, consultants, and suppliers to help them achieve these vital infrastructural developments. We saw this just last month with the Commonwealth Transportation Board, part of VDOT, awarding a $361 million contract to Branch Civil Inc. for the widening of Interstate 81. The work will see both the north and southbound sides of the interstate widened providing three lanes between exit 143 in Roanoke Country and exit 150 in Botetourt Couty. The project is expected to begin in 2025 and is part of VDOT’s Corridor Improvement Programme (CIP) which aims to improve safety, increase reliability and foster economic growth for the State.
Program Delivery Director for VDOT, Dave Covington, outlined the project as “…the largest contract that we’ve awarded for I-81 to date, and it reinforces our commitment to improving this vital corridor”. As Covington outlines, the I-81 is a vital
link spanning over 300 miles within the state, making it the longest interstate highway within Virginia. Therefore, the interstate provides essential transportation links across the state and allows for people and cargo to be able to travel into and out of the state down this vital network.
VDOT is a vital service which keeps the transportation infrastructure functioning at its best. Covering a vast network of road, rail and even ports, VDOT’s operations play a significant role in almost every industry within the state by providing efficient, reliable and functional transportation networks to get people where they need to be going faster but more importantly safer. With the essential help of local businesses to help with the engineering, procurement and construction of these improvements, VDOT can ensure that no matter where you go in Virginia you have access to one of the best transport networks in the country.
National Roads Authority in Cayman
For the National Roads Authority (NRA) in the Cayman Islands, roads are a symbol of a country’s stability and strength as they are the passageway that allows daily life to happen. With a reliable and developed infrastructure system, NRA believes that real social and economic growth is possible by supporting access to businesses, health centres, financial institutions, and supermarkets, as well as importantly providing the vital link to visit friends and family.
Established in 2004 by the National Roads Authority Law, NRA was put in place to manage, control, develop and maintain the Cayman Islands public roads and related facilities. This role includes ensuring that signals, stormwater facilities, roadway lighting and directional signage are well maintained to ensure that the road network across the Islands can support its people and businesses daily. So that NRA can meet the needs of the roadway systems of the Caymans, the Authority is required to publish a long-term National Roads Plan (NRP) every four years outlining how the current board of directors will develop and meet the needs of the island’s road systems.
NRA is operated by a Board of Directions that is responsible for implementing policy and running the general affairs of the road network, and so with each term, it sets out objectives which aim to outline upcoming projects and how funding will be allocated. Therefore, the NRP provides a roadmap for which NRA will operate in the medium to long term. However, these plans are required to be updated annually to ensure that each one is meeting the current and future needs of Cayman roads.
To achieve the NRP, NRA is split into three vital divisions spanning from planning, engineering and finance. The first unit is the Transportation and Planning Unit which is responsible for outlining the current needs of the islands, and then working to effectively plan and organise a range of short- and long-term solutions which can then be passed onto the engineering implementation teams. The Engineering and Operations Unit is divided into 2 main roles, the first deals with the projects raised by the Transportation and Planning Unit and provides the necessary services required to prepare and manage projects, whilst working to design construction plans.
The second part of the Engineering and Operation Unit is working to provide essential maintenance operations across the roadways of the Cayman Islands. These operations include the maintenance of NRA’s fleet of equipment, whilst looking after all the signs, road striping, traffic signals and lighting across the roadways to promote everyday safety. This focus on safety is at the heart of NRA’s operations because its roadways provide the best possible conditions and ensure that no matter
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where you’re travelling throughout the islands the safety of locals is always the priority.
The final vital unit is the Finance and Administration Unit, which manages the human resources of NRA. This unit is responsible for ensuring that all operations under NRA are adequately financed, and budgeted to ensure that vital developmental infrastructure can be carried out, whilst reserving the vital funds needed for any emergency works which may be necessary over the year. In addition to this, the finance and administration unit maintains responsibility for all collection and computer support services. Therefore, these vital units work together as a cohesive operation to outline the needs of the Cayan road network, and then plan and budget large-scale roadworks for the benefit of the roadway infrastructure of the Islands - all whilst maintaining the existing network to ensure
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A major developmental project is currently underway in Grand Cayman for the CUC Roundabout to Tomlinson Roundabout Corridor Multimodal Improvement Plan. The project spans a busy corridor between Bodden Town and George Town, where there is currently increased congestion as it is a major route between these two towns. Therefore, the expansion project aims to improve the existing multimodal transport roadway system between the two towns to accommodate further growth, whilst increasing the safety of the roadway between them. This development is vital as the project is anticipated to run alongside the development of the mixed-used land surrounding the roadway, which is being transformed into a new residential and retail/commercial hub.
This residential and commercial development will bring great economic potential to the region, however, it means NRA has to balance the competing needs in the area to maximise the roads of commuters between Bodden Town and George Town, whilst also providing a safe and accessible network for pedestrians and cyclists to reach the commercial and residential areas. Therefore, NRA is working closely with contractors and authorities to develop the CUC Roundabout corridor whilst bringing vital transportation development to the region.
With the development of the road network, NRA is committed to ensuring that its operations are meeting the needs of the people of the Cayman Islands, whilst protecting the environment in the process. To ensure that its operations are meeting environmental reduction standards, NRA announced in March the launch of a new website which would allow the general public to learn about the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies which are underway across its projects. The EIA currently outlines the East-West Arterial (EWA) road development and evaluates its potential environmental impacts. The EIA is therefore a vital document to help the Cayman Islands Government make the final decision for the EWA scheme.
The roadway development would provide a vital link for Grand Cayman, however, the government, NRA, and all those involved in the project are committed to ensuring that it adequately balances the
significant economic impact of the development, whilst also managing the environmental impacts the development could have. It is this balance between development and conservation that makes NRA’s operations so vital, and therefore, through the visibility and transparency of its findings through the EIA study, NRA is committed to ensuring that everyone across the islands has a say in the positive and potential environmental effects of the project in the area.
Edward Howard, Managing Director of NRA outlines that “EIA is a required step in the EWA’s development process. […] The EWA EIA does not make decisions but does provide decision-makers in Cayman with the best information to balance the needs of Caymanian families and residents with sustainable development and environmental conservations”. Howard’s comments highlight the invaluable role
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NRA therefore plays in working with the government and investors for the Cayman Islands to develop the EIA to help all those involved best understand the potential impacts of its operations written by the people who understand the road network the best.
Overall, NRA is committed to ensuring that the transportation infrastructure of the Cayman Islands is developed towards a future where the road network is designed for the people, businesses and industries that continue to develop the islands towards a future of economic prosperity. We look forward to seeing how the EWA project continues to develop as a result of NRA’s EIA study, as well as how the CUC Roundabout to Tomlison Roundabout Corridor Multimodal Plan looks set to bring vital investment into the Cayman Islands, whilst working to improve commuting for those across the islands.
Mota-Engil Central Europe
The global Mota-Engil Group has long been a leading multinational organisation focused on developing the infrastructure of countries worldwide through its engineering, management and construction of vital roads, buildings, bridges and railways. The global company has now consolidated its position as one of the largest construction groups headquartered in Europe, which is currently in operations across 3 continents and 27 countries. However, a key division of the global group is Mota-Engil Central Europe, one of the largest Polish construction companies in the world, which provides its customers with over 60 years of experience in developing the infrastructure of central Europe. With a dynamic global network behind it, Mota-Engil Central Europe today offers a wide range of services to develop buildings, railways, electrical power works, roads and real estate for the future.
Mota-Engil began its operations in Poland in 1997 following a construction and reconstruction contract for 142 bridges to be located at the A4 motorways sections of Wrocław–Prądy and Prądy–Nogawczyce. From this first construction project, Mota-Engil Central Europe began to build up its reputation across the region, and by 2004 has formed Mota-Engil Polska S.A. in 2004. However, by 2013 the company had continued to thrive and expand its offerings, along with the purchasing of a granite quarry in 2007, and so by 2009, Mota-Engil Central Europe S.A. was formed. Over the next 6 years, the company would continue to grow significantly, and by 2015 MotaEngil Central Europe was ranked among the world’s top 100 largest construction companies.
To best understand Mota-Engil Central Europe’s operations we must look at its role within the construction industry. Across the construction sector, Mota-Engil has gained extensive experience in the construction of a whole variety of buildings spanning from commercial, to governmental and even residential properties. This also includes the development of large building projects and structures such as airports, shopping centres and car parks. Mota-Engil Central Europe prides itself on its implementation of complex construction projects, which it can achieve using state-of-theart technology backed by its extensive industry knowledge. When completing these projects, MotaEngil Central Europe brings together its 60 years of experience in the Polish tradition of road and bridge construction to make infrastructure that will solidify the region’s infrastructural development both now and in the future.
One of the most essential aspects of MotaEngil Central Europe’s operations is roadway infrastructural development, as this is one place that every person living and working across Poland and Central Europe will encounter every day. Roads, railways, bridges, and motorways are all vital in keeping people moving, businesses operating and countries developing. Therefore, Mota-Engil Central Europe deploys its specialised personnel across the country to deliver state-of-the-art equipment to achieve top-quality infrastructural projects supported by the company’s reputation for efficient, reliable, and on-schedule project delivery.
In fact, Mota-Engil Central Europe has more than 10 years of expertise in performing concrete works on freeways and expressways across Poland, with a portfolio exceeding 500km of various sewage
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forms, kerbs and edges. This large-scale presence along the nation’s roadways highlights the valuable but often unseen role that Mota-Engil Central Europe continue to play in the everyday functioning of Poland’s roadways.
A key driver for Mota-Engil Central Europe’s continued success is due to its equipment and transport depot which provides and supports its projects with the necessary equipment to deliver construction projects. Through the depot, MotaEngil has a range of extensive equipment offerings that feature the latest technological advancements to optimize its equipment fleet and get every job, project and development goal reached more costeffectively and efficiently.
A key example of this optimization is through the development of monitoring devices to feedback on working parameters and telemetry systems. These provide work sites with a greater understanding and optimisation of their equipment in order to accelerate the execution of work in the process. Across the company’s fleet are equipment and machinery from some of the world’s leading construction equipment manufacturers, including machinery from CAT, Komatsu, Volvo and Wirtgen. Supported by such a reliable fleet, Mota-Engil Central Europe can continue to meet and exceed project timelines for the delivery of projects sooner.
One project currently in operation under MotaEngil Central Europe is the design and construction of the S19 road at the Białystok Południe junction. The company took over the design and construction of two dual-carriageway roads, as well as the reconstruction of roads feeding into the expressway. Mota-Engil Central Europe also completed the construction of service and access roads as part of the project. In total, the project
spans 16 engineering structures including 8 road viaducts, 4 bridges, and animal crossings. The development is part of the larger international Carpation route, which connects the Baltic States with Southern Europe, and so plays a vital role in the infrastructure development of the country, and in connecting the city with Białystok. The project is currently in process and expected to be nearing completion this year.
Another development for Mota-Engil Central Europe is the construction of a housing estate in Szmaragdowy Park. In March, Mota-Engil announced the signing of two contracts with Polish real estate developer, Develia. The first contract covers the execution and renovation of a section of Niepołomicka Street, providing residents with a more comfortable access to their apartments.
Then, the second contract outlines Mota-Engil’s work for the development of the Szmaragdowy Park estate, with the building of a 4-story building, with apartments of various sizes. The contracts were signed with Develia, a large Polish real estate
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development company that is the main investor in the housing development project. The signing of such a large project between the two companies highlights the stellar reputation that MotaEngil Central Europe has continued to achieve throughout its real estate development work, to now be chosen to bring the vital Szmaragdowy Real Estate Park development to life.
Ultimately, as a construction company focused on delivering the design, engineering and construction of vital infrastructural developments across Poland and the surrounding regions, MotaEngil Central Europe has earned itself a reputation as a reliable, optimized and technologically supported company that plays a valuable yet often overlooked role in the everyday functioning on roads, businesses and housing. With Mota-Engil Central Europe’s operations spanning so many vital construction developments across Central Europe, it now plays a vital role in developing the region via infrastructure towards a more infrastructurally developed future.
With a chief commitment to safety and transparency, Vale is an international mining company that focuses on producing iron ore, pellets, and nickel. Spread across 5 continents, the global mining company works every day to take the natural resources available to us and develop them into prosperous resources; all whilst still working to promote environmental protection. This drive towards sustainable development underpins everything that Vale does, as it believes the safety of people and the planet must always take priority.
Since its establishment in 1942, Vale has grown into one of the largest mining companies in the world with operations across roughly 30 countries all over the globe. However, the foundations of its operations in Brazil, remain the focus for the company operating across both the mining and logistics sectors. The company began under the name Companhia Vale do Rio Doce, where it first extracted ore in Itabira in Minas Gerais. Over the years, the name was shortened, and the company began to take on a larger role across the country’s mining industry by also providing logistical solutions via the country’s railroads, ports, and terminals. It even began operations within the energy industry to promote sustainable electrical production, and now is responsible for producing 54% of its own energy consumption.
Vale’s operations in Brazil centre around iron ore, particularly iron pellets which are used in the construction or manufacturing of many products and services we use every single day. Vale highlights that these ores are working towards the evolution of society as they are used in industries that are developing the world towards the future such as construction for houses and medical facilities, as well as in the technology and manufacturing sectors for things such as cars and household appliances. Also, ore found in the Carajás region in Brazil is considered to be the best quality in the world, at 67% iron content. Therefore, with such a rich deposit of iron ore in Brazil, Vale’s operations play a crucial role in mining and delivering these metals for the development of society.
Vales has multiple mine sites across Brazil, which are involved in the mining, processing, and then logistical movement of the mined products to the steel industries in which it sells the iron. To understand Vale’s valuable role in the mining industry in Brazil, we first must look at the birthplace of the company in Minas Gerais. The state accounts for over 50% of Vale’s iron ore production, with 20 mines currently in operation. Mining in Minas Gerais takes advantage of Vale’s railroad connections between Vitória and Minas.
Vale has invested more the 1.3 billion dollars in the acquisition of trains and freight cars, which it primarily uses for transporting iron ore as well as other cargo. The logistics sector of Vale’s operations allows it to play a more well-rounded role in the mining industry and the distribution of its mined products to the ports and steel-making marketplace. Therefore, the mining operations at
Minas Gerais highlight how the mining and logistical operations of Vale work so closely together to deliver the rich ore to end markets for the betterment of a future planet.
In Minas Gerais, Vale is working alongside the city of Itabira to use its efforts within the mining industry to positively impact the city and build a plan for a more sustainable city. The plan, devised in conjunction with the municipal administration, aims to develop the region with projects which concern the environment, education, and security – all of which are developed with innovation in mind. These projects include the Little Seed of Sport Project, Judo Classes and the Bright Minds Chess Project which is bringing key development to kids across the region all thanks to Vale’s commitment to putting people and the environment at the forefront of its operations.
Vale announced in February that it had entered into an agreement with Anglo American Minério de Ferro Brasil in the Minas-Rio complex in Minas Gerais. The agreement will see Vale acquire a 15% ownership interest in the complex, whilst Anglo
will retain control, management, and operation of the Minas-Rio complex as well as any future expansions. The agreement marks a vital step for Vale and Anglo to develop the mining for iron ore whilst facilitating Anglo’s shift towards low carbonemission steelmaking processes. The Minas-Rio complex has a nameplate capacity of 26.5Mtpy for high-grade iron pellet feed, and the whole complex comprises the mine, plant, as well as geotechnical and supporting structures.
As part of the agreement, the Minas-Rio complex will be able to utilize Vale’s nearby rail line and Tubarão port to expand output as an alternative to the construction of a second pipeline to the port facility at Açu. The partnership between the two companies was celebrated by Vale CEO, Eduardo Bartolomeo, stating in a press release that “Minas-Rio is a Tier-1 asset that will benefit from great synergies with Serpentina’s deposit and Vale’s logistics, and we are confident that this partnership will unlock significant value to all of our stakeholders.”. Bartolomeo’s comments highlight the valuable role both companies can play
Mult Engrenagens
Mult Engrenagens has a modern and complete industrial site, operated by trained and highly qualified professionals, guaranteeing customers high quality services in the manufacture and reform of parts. The company has a specialized engineering team and trained and updated technicians with national and international technologies and standards for the development and improvement of high-performance projects. We have experience and tradition in the manufacture of spare parts for multi-brand gearboxes. The manufacture of parts for gearboxes involves reverse engineering with an extensive database already built or according to our customers’ designs, preserving geometric and dimensional interchangeability.
in developing the deposit whilst taking advantage of the company’s existing infrastructural logistics links which will bring economic development for both companies and the respective region.
Pará, the largest mining complex in Brazil, is owned by Vale and represents one of the largest private investments in the country in recent years. The S11D mine complex in Pará encompasses the mines, a processing plant, and rail and port logistic services, which have continued to drive the region’s economic development for many years. The mines are responsible for mining iron, manganese, copper, and nickel across a vast array of mines which span the complex. However, much like in Minas Gerais, Vale also has a vast array of environmental projects in Pará which ensure that the rich biodiversity of the nearby Carajás National Forest is protected.
A key environmental project for Vale is the Vale Amazon Biopark within the Carajás National Forest which works to provide education on the landscape and species which inhabit the forest. The Biopark ensures that more than 270 animals can roam freely, allowing visitors to learn about the animals in
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their natural habitats. Over the last decade, the site has seen more than 1.1 million people visiting the site, which has allowed Vale to continue to invest in the protection of the forest which is home to one of the most biodiverse regions in the country.
In Espírito Santo, mining extends back more than 50 years and highlights the vital role the state’s railway and port systems can play in the mining industry. In Espírito Santo, Vale developed a fully integrated strategy for mining logistics which continues to be used every day. Vale’s operations in Espírito Santo highlighted the company for its production of iron pellets, and now the production of pellets by Vale in the region is globally recognised.
Espírito Santo is also home to the largest environmental investment by Vale towards the development of the Tubarão Environmental Master Plan (PDA). PDA aims to control atmospheric emissions and covers 160 projects which are implementing new equipment, improving the environmental controls of its operations, and researching new technologies to reduce environmental impacts. The vast project which encapsulated Vale’s core values, has been successful in its efforts to make vital developments towards the future, whilst remaining clear in its aim to respect the planet, the local communities and the people who live and work across their sites of operation.
Other key mining sites for Vale in Brazil are in Maranhão and Rio de Janeiro. In Maranhão, Vale works with the state to support the logistical movement of ore production through the Carajás Railway to the Ponta da Madeira Maritime Terminal. The terminal plays a valuable role in distributing the ore to consumer markets across the globe, including in China which is currently one of the largest buyers of iron ore products. Then, in Rio de Janeiro, Vale operates the Porto Sul Complex in the Costa Verde region. Vale’s headquarters are based
in the capital, along with a number of terminals which are used for the loading of iron ore. The entire site has the capacity to move more than 75 million tonnes of ore every year through the terminals and towards end markets.
Surrounding the terminals, Vale continues to carry out environmental projects, such as its Fazenda Marinha Project which, much like PDA, monitors environment quality indicators to ensure that the environment is protected as much as possible whilst implementing initiatives which are centres on valuing local culture and promoting education across the region.
Ultimately, Vale’s existence hinges on a passion for improving life and transforming the future for generations to come. To do this, Vale is carrying out mining operations which are essential to life whilst producing ores, pellets and various metals which help to make this possible. However, it is Vale’s commitment to education, environmental protection and innovative approach to the future that has allowed it to play such a valuable role in Brazil for many years thanks to its constant commitment to developing necessary mining operations whilst putting great investment back into the protection of landscapes to support the rich biodiversity of this part of the world.
Over the last 100 years, Komatsu Mining Corp. has continued to invest in its equipment solutions and services which has established it as a leading manufacturer of machinery for the construction, mining, forestry, and industrial equipment sectors. Across the company’s portfolio of equipment and machinery, Komatsu’s products are designed to deliver value, thanks to its implementation of innovative technologies to take its equipment into the future. Therefore, Komatsu aims to create value throughout its operations, which will bring continued economic benefits for its customers and empower industries worldwide to develop towards a more sustainable future.
Komatsu was founded in 1921 with the goal of providing those in the local community with employment opportunities following the closure of a local copper mine. This passion for supporting people in the local community provided the vital foundation from which the company we know today could form. Having built from a small operation in Japan, Komatsu today is now a multinational corporation which manufactures equipment and machinery across a wide variety of industries.
However, this passion for supporting people can still be seen throughout every product it manufactures as each one is designed with innovation to deliver top results for its network of customers. Its customers are working on some of the most complex projects across the world which are delivering essential infrastructural changes for the betterment of people and the planet.
A key sector for Komatsu’s operations is the construction industry, where Komatsu has developed a range of equipment which champions performance, quality, and reliability. Komatsu’s equipment offerings to the construction industry cover things such as dozers, excavators, motor graders, trucks, and wheel loaders. However, what sets Komatsu’s construction equipment apart from its competitors is its inbuilt smart technologies available across its range of equipment, which are designed to help customers deliver projects with speed, safety, and cost-efficiency as a priority.
To help Komatsu deliver excellent equipment offerings supported by the latest technology to the construction industry, it announced in December 2023 the acquisition of iVolve Holdings Pty Ltd. iVolve is an Australian-based technology company
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that provides top-of-the-range fleet management solutions perfect for equipment within the midtier quarry, mining, and construction industries. Komatsu looks to adopt these technologies into its equipment to allow its customers to have greater control over its fleet on the job site to increase productivity and heighten safety concerns.
Komatsu already has a range of smart construction technologies with iVolve which have been implanted throughout some of its equipment. These include its Smart Quarry Site Technology which utilises pre-shift inspection to allow managers to identify issues across its fleet of mobile equipment to provide a detailed view of the health and status of each machine’s performance. This system helps managers to make the most of equipment and reduce downtime. Therefore, with the new acquisition of iVolve, Komatsu can continue to implement these fleet management technologies across its construction equipment, and its entire product line offering to provide greater transparency and management of fleets across complex construction sites.
Mike Gidaspow, Vice President for Products, Service and Solution for Komatsu in North America highlighted in the press release that “iVolve have been great collaborators and this acquisition offers exciting potential to further our world together”. Gidaspow’s comments focus on Komatsu’s overall mission to deliver products that will provide essential services to help world-developing
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projects remain on track. The iVolve system is planned to be rolled out across Komatsu’s offerings across North America.
One of the most vital industries that Komatsu serves is the mining industry, as its role in global development cannot be understated. The mining industry has seen increasing demands over the last few decades as metals and minerals have taken on a new role in moving the industry towards the future. We have seen this with the use of metals such as lithium used in lithium-ion batteries which is driving the electric vehicle market. Therefore, Komatsu is focused on delivering products which make mining operations run more smoothly for the betterment of the future, and so offers a wide range of operations across both the underground and surface mining sectors.
Komatsu is the leading provider of electric and hybrid rope shovels, walking draglines, automation solutions and connected mining technologies for the surface mining sector. In the underground mining sector, it has a range of shaft sinking equipment, underground rock bolters, underground hard rock drills and underground hard rock bolters. With every piece of mining equipment offered by Komatsu, customers gain access to Komatsu’s team of experts across its global network of dealers who
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are always on hand to help customers choose the right bit of equipment for a job and then remain in contact to ensure each one continues to deliver results for its customers.
With the ever-evolving nature of mining, and as demand continues to soar, Komatsu is committed to providing equipment that continues to meet the current demand of the mine site. Therefore, in February Komatsu introduced the WX11 LHD into the underground hard rock lineup, which offers the best-in-class breakout force and payload. The 11-tonne machine is designed to boost productivity whilst providing lower costs for its customers. Ryan Karns, Director of LHD and Truck Products at Komatsu, highlighted in the press release that “The WX11 is a game changer for hard rock miners. Developed through a close partnership between our experienced team and our longtime customers, this product reflects a shared commitment to design excellence”. Karns comments highlight the founding passion behind Komatsu again, that every bit of equipment is designed for the benefit of its customers as helping them achieve success brings greater success for the world.
The WX11 exemplifies Komatsu’s commitment to providing mining equipment that can be integrated into the next generation of mining capabilities. The
WX11 joins the introduction of the GD955-7 Motor Grader just a month before. The GD955-7 offers operators all the control and precision they need to build and maintain haul roads for truck fleets of 100 tons and up. The machine provides powerful horsepower and exceptional blade downforce pressure to make grading so much easier. We can see with both of these offerings Komatsu remains committed to providing innovative equipment and technologies to reduce overall machine maintenance and keep costs at a minimum, all whilst driving powerful operations to make even the most complicated of jobs a reality.
Every time we cover Komatsu, we are reminded why it is a key player in the machine and equipment manufacturing sector on a global scale. Throughout every new product offering, Komatsu is committed to helping its customers achieve their project success which in turn will develop the world towards a better future. We look forward to seeing what new project offerings Komatsu will develop over the coming years as it continues to meet the growing demands across the mining, construction, forestry, and industrial sectors.
Caterpillar Inc.
The Caterpillar Inc., brand is one you will be very familiar with if you’ve ever stepped foot onto a construction or mine site. With its iconic yellow branding and ‘Cat’ logo, Caterpillar is a world-leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel, and natural gas engines, as well as industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. With almost 100 years of experience behind its operations, Caterpillar is committed to delivering innovative products and services across its global network that are shaping the future of the mining and construction industries.
When you buy a product from Caterpillar you are buying top-quality machinery, which is backed by industry experts who are focused on ensuring that its customers get the most out of every bit of equipment they purchase. To achieve this, Caterpillar believes in bringing together the right people, products, technologies, and services needed to provide solutions which meet the needs of every project. The reputation of Caterpillar’s machinery and equipment speaks for itself, with business operations now spanning every continent on the globe and in sectors such as construction, mining, energy, and transportation.
With every development for Caterpillar, its operational efficacy, cost, reliability, and work site safety are of paramount importance. We see this in the Mining sector, where Caterpillar has its Cat® product line for surface mining which spans the drilling, digging, loading, hauling and maintenance of mine sites to ensure efficiency. When buying one of its vast collection of heavy-duty mining equipment, whether it be a large wheel loader, dozer, motor grader or truck, customers can be sure that every machine has been developed with performance in mind. To achieve this, Caterpillar offers Cat MineStar™ Solutions with its mining equipment, which provides the industry’s most comprehensive and thoroughly integrated suite of technology offerings.
Cat MineStar™ Solutions ensures that customers can have optimized control over fleet management, whilst getting real-time feedback on the health of their machinery. This solution is aimed at improving operations and maintenance of these heavy pieces of equipment so that Caterpillar can continue to deliver results of value for its customers. The MineStar solution is available across its drilling, loading, hauling, dozing, and grading machinery and is aimed at enhancing the efficiency of its mining equipment to make mining operations more productive for its customers.
However, as Caterpillar moves towards the future it is increasing its product offering to meet the mine sites of the future. In May 2023, Caterpillar introduced the Cat® D10 Dozer which is designed to be more productive, efficient and durable to meet the harsh conditions of the mine site. The D10 features industry-leading technology, which reduces the fuel burnt, and increases the productivity and uptime of the machine. With a stator clutch torque converter and load-sensing hydraulics, the D10 is designed to be more efficient than previous models and provide
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a longer component life with reduced oil changes and reduce the need for maintenance and repair costs.
By significantly reducing cycle times thanks to the focus on maximising material moved per litre of fuel, the D10 has been designed for the future but is ready to integrate into customer’s projects tomorrow. Consequently, the D10 highlights the focus by Caterpillar to make machinery which provides optimum efficiency for its customers now, whilst integrating technologies which will allow the dozer to have a prominent role in the future of mines.
Much like the mining industry, the world of construction is just as challenging, but now with more project restraints, schedules, and heightened safety concerns. Therefore, Caterpillar has developed a range of industry-leading construction equipment which is designed to handle the challenging confines of construction projects and deliver efficient productivity for its customers. Machines spanning Caterpillar’s construction range include excavators, mini excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, skid steer and compact track loaders, backhoe loaders, telehandlers, articulated trucks, and motor graders – to name just a few!
With every purchase of construction machinery from Caterpillar, customers can take advantage of its Global Dealer Network which supports them throughout their projects. The network provides customers with access to partners, services, and guidance from a team of construction industry experts. Therefore, when customers buy from Caterpillar, the machines do not lose their value as the network works to maintain the efficiency, health, and productivity of the equipment for its entire operational life.
What separates Caterpillar’s equipment from its rivals is its Cat® Command Remote Control Technologies which provides the construction industry with equipment that can be remotely controlled without the need for the machine operator on site. The Command Remote Control Technologies is reshaping construction projects for the future, but removing the need for operators which improves operational safety whilst reducing downtown which drives bottom-line benefits for the customer.
For Caterpillar, its Command Remote Control Technology is pushing the future of autonomy into the construction industry. The automation technology began almost two years ago following
the acquisition of Marble Robotics of San Francisco. Marble Robotics had developed a range of small delivery robots for use in dynamic environments, and so Caterpillar adopted this technology and infused it with the rugged durability of its Cat Construction range to deliver construction equipment that is equipped with completely remote systems for greater site automation. This development allows Caterpillar to jumpstart its lightweight and costeffective autonomous equipment range, which has allowed it to remain ahead of its competitors.
Using Caterpillar’s Command Remote Control Technology, customers can operate up to 5 machines at once, with machines able to deliver precision operations. To achieve this all operators need to do is assign the machine to a drop point, which the machine will then navigate to alone. Once jobs are completed the machines leave the material and then navigate back to the pickup area where the operator can then take back control. This allows for multiple points of development to take place at once, as the operator does not physically need to be with the machine for it to operate. This
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reduces downtime and increases efficiency, whilst removing the opportunity for safety risks across the construction site.
For Caterpillar, it aims to deliver machinery and equipment which delivers results for its customers. This is something we can see throughout every piece of equipment produced, and every new technology introduced. With a network of dealers behind its products to ensure that customer satisfaction and machine health are guaranteed, Caterpillar has established a world-renowned reputation for reliable machinery which can be seen across mine and construction sites all over the globe. However, it is with this reputation that Caterpillar is striving towards the future, to adopt new and innovative technology to enhance performance and reduce environmental impacts. With this in mind, Caterpillar is focused on making equipment that will be seen across the future of the mining and construction industries, however, it is implementing these technologies now for the benefit of its customer’s projects today.
Jordan Aeronautical-Systems Company
With over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry, the Jordan Aeronautical-Systems Company (JAC) is on a mission to develop the country’s aviation industry and bring an extensive range of services to customers across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia. To achieve this level of success, JAC works every day to ensure that the civil and military aviation market continues to be supplied with vital maintenance, repair, and overhaul services to keep flights moving. However, in order to stay ahead of the curve, JAC remains committed to implementing solutions that follow the ever-changing nature of the aviation market.
Since its founding in the early 2000s, JAC has spent the last two decades delivering complete aviation solutions, which are focused on providing the most efficient, highquality quality and valuable services to the aviation market. Therefore, JAC is an approved maintenance organisation, which specialises in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul. The company’s operations are based in Jordan, and so take advantage of both a stable political and economic climate and its strategic location at the heart of the Middle East. With its operations at the centre of the region, Jordan has easy access to the international aviation industry.
JAC’s operations are vast but the primary objective is to deliver quality aeronautical systems to ensure crafts are airworthy through a reliable maintenance, repair, testing, and development service. These services have always focused on customer satisfaction, a goal it has been achieving for almost two decades. JAC grants a large part of its success to its employees who operate with strict discipline and adherence to safety regulations. This reputation for discipline provides customers with the confidence that all work carried out by JAC will be efficient and cost-effective, whilst still firmly meeting international safety standards and its customer’s specific needs.
A crucial service JAC provides is Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) which is used to test the latest equipment in the aeronautical industry. All aircraft are provided with level III certified NDT inspection teams, available at the JAC base or in the customer’s location. These teams are equipped with x-ray, eddy current, ultrasonic, magnetic, and fluorescent inspection measures to ensure the safety of a plane. The findings of these reports are written up officially and given to the relevant authorities or OEM to make the necessary improvements, repairs, or certifications. Should a plane need a specific part, JAC also possesses a vast inventory of material which it then sells to customers at a significantly discounted price which is sold either as single items or as complete packages. This twostep operation allows JAC to not only ensure planes are up to code, but that they can then provide all essential parts or necessities via its own inventory.
One of the great aspects of JAC is that it is equipped to provide its customers with on-call technical services which span from performing light checks to engine removal and installation. This ensures that customers using JAC’s services are
supported by a reliable team of engineers backed by the leading airline maintenance expertise. This expertise extends into JAC’s aircraft assessment service which will perform the essential assessment of aircraft for buyers to ensure that any potential problems are seen before customers invest in an aircraft. This service utilises JAC’s highly qualified team of engineers who will look at the overall health of an aircraft, and provide a deep visual inspection, borescope inspection, inventory check, functional check, and document search. This comprehensive assessment provides JAC customers with the confidence that they can make big investment purchases in aircraft backed by the assessment and personal expertise of an international aeronautical specialist company.
Alongside its assessment and repairs services, JAC also has a variety of offerings including paint services which work across both civilian and military fixed and rotary wing aircraft to ensure the outside of the plane has the correct paint, branding, and design specifications for its duties. This service works alongside operations such as sheet-metal
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airframe repairs and signage. The level of detail throughout JAC’s services can be felt in every operation, but none more so than the aesthetics of the cabin interior. JAC provides a range of cabin interior design and maintenance services to ensure those travelling with the aircraft experience a comfortable flight. This service highlights JAC’s commitment to helping its customers to succeed; every single detail spanning from the engine to the cabin is carefully considered by JAC and delivered to its customers throughout its service and solution offerings.
With so much success behind the company, Jordan’s aviation industry has been greatly enhanced by JAC as it continues to provide expert-backed complete aviation solutions, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls to the aircraft industry. However, as we saw during the pandemic, the aviation market can be fickle with constantly changing needs and ever-growing demands. However, this is something JAC already factors into its service offerings but focuses on innovative services, which will allow it to extend its capabilities to work with Airbuses. By extending its offerings, JAC can continue to expand its network across Africa, and into the Central Asia and European markets.
To achieve this push towards the future, JAC has just appointed a new CEO, Eng. Ayman Al Habahbeh, who brings a wealth of experience across the aviation industry with him. As an avionics and electrical engineer, Al Habahbeh has more than 30 years of experience in the logistics and
maintenance aviation sector backed by a deep understanding of aircraft systems. The new CEO is set on a clear vision for transforming JAC towards the future as a state-of-the-art centre for aviation excellence across the maintenance and logistics of the aviation industry. He hopes to leverage the current success of the company and continue to push toward innovative strategies in order to enhance the operational efficiency and quantity of its operations, whilst always ensuring customer satisfaction.
As we have seen throughout JAC’s vast array of service offerings, it is a pivotal company servicing the aviation industry in the heart of the Middle East. Whilst only being a young company, the wealth of experience across its teams is unmatched and will continue to provide customer satisfaction, international regulatory standards and close attention to detail throughout its every operation. With a new CEO at the helm, we look forward to seeing how he tackles the ever-changing nature of the aviation industry as it continues to expand its aviation network across the Middle East and beyond.
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Edan K. Properties Ltd.
shape with the mall. The development would require the conversion of single-lane roads to dual lanes, which would reduce traffic and bring more visitors into the town to further bring more business potential into the area. It is this focus on creating an environment of vital business development, that highlights Edan’s mission to provide facilities in which businesses and enterprises can thrive, thereby developing the communities and industries in which they operate.
In addition to the Gasparillo Mall and Business Community, Edan has commercial real estate in the Edan’s Centre which is a 6-story mall located in San Fernando, a 3-story commercial building on Southern Main Road, and a 2,00 sq ft space in La Romaine. These commercial properties, add to Edan’s current industrial properties including the Point Lisas Business Park which covers 80 acres, with 17 plots approved for industrial use, and the Belle Vue Industrial Estate which comprises 76 acres, with 38 pots approved for light industrial use. What we can see from Edan’s portfolio is a range of strategic properties which are
focused on supporting the needs of the people and communities in which it operates.
Unlike typical developers who work in the residential field, Edan focuses on specifically commercial and industrial spaces. Entering into such a vast field as the commercial and industrial property sector may be daunting for most, but Edan has taken it all in its stride, even as a small company, and has worked tirelessly over the last 2 decades to improve the economic landscape of Trinidad and
is now one of the largest real estate development companies in the country.
Just last year a project concept was announced with Edan K. Properties to develop a Gulf View Hotel site. The project concept would include 60100 rooms, a conference space, meeting rooms, a restaurant, a bar, and a fitness centre sitting on roughly 1.8 acres of prime real estate in Southern Trinidad. The hotel would bring greater tourism opportunities to the region, with the location ideally suited as a 3-star business hotel and conference centre. Currently, Trinidad and Tobago is a favourable venue for conferences and events as it is often recognised as a commercial and entertainment centre for the Caribbean. The hotel would join other local attractions including fine dining restaurants, cinemas, and cultural shows at the South Academy of Performing Arts. The project is currently only in the conceptual stage, but Edan is seeking investors who would be interested in leasing.
Overall, Edan is leading Trinidad’s commercial and industrial real estate business sector with
vital investment into the region to support the development of a lucrative and connected business environment. As we have seen from just a few projects under Edan’s existing portfolio, the company has already been a key driver for sustainable development and the enhancement of the social and environmental landscape. We look forward to seeing how Edan continues to take over the commercial and industrial landscape as it continues to make a thriving and profitable business sector to bring continued economic growth to the people of the region.
John Deere: Forestry, Construction & Mining
The John Deere brand is one that many of us will be very familiar with, especially in the world of construction, forestry, and mining. The company’s equipment can be seen at project sites across the world facilitating key operations designed to help us develop towards the future. As the global population continues to rise, the demand for food, fuel and infrastructure is steadily increasing. To meet these growing demands, projects and operations across the world need the best equipment to make vital development possible, and this is where John Deere comes in. John Deere has over 180 combined years of experience in the world of heavy machinery and equipment, and it is with this knowledge that the company has created an array of intelligent, innovative, and connected machinery to enable us to achieve this vital leap towards the future for both people and the planet.
With a growing population, the need for construction equipment is vital to building essential infrastructure throughout every sector from housing to manufacturing facilities. John Deere has crafted its machinery and equipment to work towards this growing future with its precision construction technology which is designed to help its customers to work smarter, not harder. This can best be seen looking at John Deere’s construction equipment which uses the latest connectivity and alert-management tools. The equipment uses JDLink™ which provides real-time data which can be filtered and analysed by its machinery to provide diagnostics and operational efficiency. This realtime data allows machinery to quickly identify critical issues and allow the equipment to act, often before the operator knows there is a problem. This function is designed to maintain the health of the machine whilst also improving operational safety across the construction site.
This data can then be fed back into John Deere Machine Health Monitoring Centres which collect data from thousands of operational machines to identify trends in this data to determine common causes and help John Deere fix any issues. Therefore, customers who use John Deere machinery can be sure that the operational efficiency and health of every machinery remains a priority to the company. By identifying potential issues, John Deere can implement preventative maintenance and repair protocols to keep machinery working and projects moving. The Expert Alerts System, therefore, allows John Deere to remain ahead of its competition by continually working to improve the speed and accuracy of its equipment.
Machinery under the construction sector of John Deere includes motor graders, excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders and crawler dozers. These work to help its customers efficiently deliver construction results with ease. However, to make its machinery options even greater for its customers, John Deere has partnered with Leica Geosystems to help bring greater digital development to its heavy construction equipment. The partnership was announced in February and outlines that the partnership between John Deere and Leica Geosystem will see the latest technology, software, and services from Leica Geosystems available to purchase on selected John Deere construction equipment models.
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It is hoped that the partnership will bring even greater performance to the construction equipment lineup through Leica Geosystem’s sensor technology by reducing overall materials costs and the number of passes required for each job. Mark Colvin, Senior Product Manager and Grade Management at John Deere commented on the vital partnership, “Working with Leica Geosystems is a tremendous opportunity, as their advanced technology solutions, paired with the power and performance of John Deere construction equipment line-up, makes for a highly productive, efficient and seamless job site for
our customers”. Colvin’s comments highlight John Deere’s commitment to delivering top-quality and efficient equipment to its customers by partnering with key players in the world of equipment technology productivity to achieve machinery systems that deliver every single time.
These kinds of solutions are also seen across John Deeres aggregate or mining equipment offerings, which, much like the construction division, include articulated dump trucks, dozers, excavators, wheel loaders, and skid steers. However, to continue to deliver high-performance aggregate machinery, John Deere also has the Wirtgen Group which is a member of the John Deere family. The group offer 5 premium brands that serve the road construction, quarry, and aggregate sectors to meet the growing need for infrastructure development. The two companies bring together decades of expertise and innovation, with the Wirtgen Group offering mobile jaw crunchers, crane crushers, impact crushers, screening plants and stackers to the John Deere product line.
All of the machines are supported by John Deere’s Operations Centre which helps customers to monitor equipment across the job site. Furthermore, the two company’s combined experience in the world of aggregates means that every machine is
made with the reliability and durability required for the heavy-duty work at mining or quarry sites. In addition to this, working with these two giants in the world of heavy machinery, you have access to their networks which support every single customer beyond their purchase. Therefore, in purchasing from the John Deere-Wirtgen Group, every customer knows the success of their projects is always the group’s top priority.
Finally, a key division for John Deere is its forestry division, which when we last caught up with the company had just introduced a new Intelligent Harvester Head Controls (IHC) which was designed to facilitate harvesting and improve the efficiency of delimbing trees. The role of the IHC was to protect the machine’s health by adjusting its harvester head to meet each tree’s specific characteristics and conditions. The development of the IHC was focused on using innovation to make operations more efficient. This innovation put the customer at the forefront of their operations, and this is something that John Deere has maintained through its recent implementation of a training program for all of its machines on logging sites.
Whether you’re using a wheeled harvester, harvester head, forwarder, or skidder to achieve your forestry needs, John Deere is committed to providing an in-depth walkthrough to every new customer, and specific changes to each machine for regular users. This training program helps to get machinery into action faster, whilst also ensuring greater operational safety. For those that are familiar with John Deere’s existing forestry equipment, the move between models is much easier as the company keep as many features and operational procedures similar, however with any changes, John Deere provides a specific walkthrough to highlight these features.
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These training programs are facilitated through its regional offices and are designed to ensure that its product lines, which are already designed to be ready to go when they reach the customer, can be put into operation much quicker and safer. By ensuring both the machinery and the user is ready to go, John Deere is maintaining a strong relationship with its customers at every step, for a continued partnership for success.
Overall, John Deere is a vast machinery and equipment company which has pioneered the market with intelligently connected machines which work to make vital projects and operations towards the future just that little bit easier. Supported by real-time data, an international network and a commitment to the future, customers can feel safe choosing John Deere products knowing that at every stage they are designed to deliver results.
PEI Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association
Both road builders and construction companies play a vital but often overlooked role across international industries, as they provide essential infrastructure to keep almost every industry moving thanks to the road network and the construction of operations facilities. Therefore, to unite these companies on Prince Edward Island in Canada, PEI Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association was established to provide a united voice across the industry. This united voice works to bring continued economic and structural benefits to the people and businesses across the province, whilst promoting the role of road building and construction contractors and suppliers with governmental bodies.
The highway system is the lifeblood of Prince Edward Island’s economy, as the road network serves almost every industry including farming, agriculture, fishing, fish-related products, and tourism. We must also not forget the essential role transport plays in the general everyday functioning of the island through the road network system. Therefore, whilst the roadways may often go overlooked, they play such a vital role in keeping economies moving to get people to their destinations and to get products to end markets. In a similar vein, the heavy construction industry works closely with roadbuilders, to implement vital infrastructure and facilities for a vast array of industries which keep employment opportunities within the region. These two industries collectively provide significant employment opportunities to the suppliers and contractors of these sectors which bring continued economic security to the people of the province. Therefore, with personal economic development comes sustained economic benefits for the region on a wider scale as infrastructure continues to meet the growing market demands and keep money within the region for future island development.
The Association was incorporated in 1962 by contractors and suppliers with the goal of forming one cohesive and united voice to uphold and promote these companies and the role they play on both local and international scales. The Association is governed by a board of directors made up of 8 representatives from its regular members, and 2 representatives from its associate members. These members meet monthly and focus on developing the industries to support the contractors and suppliers working in these sectors. The board is split into various committees including the Industry, Education and Workforce Recruitment Committee, the Specification and Safety Committee, Membership, events and Public Relations Committee, Negotiated Prices and Rental Rates Committee, Plans, Surveys, Drawing and Standards Committee, Snow Committee, and the Bridge and Structures Committee. These committees work to ensure a well-rounded development across the industry whilst bringing continued economic development and notoriety to the region’s roadbuilders and heavy construction sector.
One of the association’s primary focuses is networking, to ensure that its member suppliers and contractors can access some of the largest upcoming developments for the province in both public governmental planning and private sector development. The annual conference, which was last held in February of this year, provided an essential setting for investors, other contractors, suppliers, governmental bodies, and industry leaders to come together to develop the industries for Prince Edward Island and beyond.
These meetings are vital, as the roadbuilding and heavy construction industries are expected to play an essential role in the development of the region going forward. In November last year, the region announced a new capital budget of $1.5 billion which it will invest into the island over the next 5 years. This development by the government is in response to the concerns of those living in the region and will focus on transportation, housing, and healthcare facilities. The government has planned $85 million for developing transportation and infrastructure making vital maintenance and development of roads and bridges and $70 million to the PEI Housing Corporation to create 560 social housing units over the next 5 years. In addition, the government has
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allocated $123 million to Health PEI to develop new healthcare facilities and construct a mental health campus, hospital and primary care facilities, and teaching spaces along with the development of a new medical school.
We can see with these announcements the vital role the members of PEI Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association will continue to play in helping the government make the region better for its citizens. With vital infrastructure, roadway and healthcare construction required as part of the government’s investment into the island, the Association’s members will partner with the project and further their role in the industry. These partnerships are the reason the association was established to get its member organisations into conversations with big investment decision-makers to allow them to play a crucial role in developing the island towards the future.
Overall, PEI Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association has provided a unified voice for its members for the last 60 years. The association continues to support, uplift, and promote the industry and consequently its members by ensuring that vital networking and partnerships are in place to help its members continue to play a significant role in the development of Prince Edward Island
for the future. We have seen that the government will be implementing vast investments into these industries as it works to make the island better for its citizens, and therefore we look forward to seeing the vast role the Association will continue to play across the region’s road-building and heavy construction industry going forward.
