Kenya Engineer

In Africa where decaying water works, sewerage works, and railway systems need rapid upgrading and rehabilitation, new and remediated infrastructure must not only last for decades but thrive under challenging operating conditions. Hot dip galvanized steel has become integral to achieving this goal. “Galvanizing is about more than just corrosion protection,” states Simon Norton, Director of the International Zinc Association...

Siemens and Eplan will make engineering and production processes for customers in machine and line building more efficient. • Seamless data exchange between Siemens’ Teamcenter® X software, TIA-Selection Tool and the Eplan software • Collaboration improves tool chain in machine engineering • Machine builders can realize their projects in construction, operation and expansion faster and more efficiently This will be achieved by both...

The energy sector is under a lot of pressure and distribution grid operators need to get their infrastructure ready for the energy transition and fast. By 2030, some 80 percent of electricity is to be generated from renewable sources. A pilot project at naturenergie netze GmbH is demonstrating how transformer substations can be modernised more quickly. In collaboration with software...

The mining industry, reliant on robust infrastructure to transport valuable resources, faces a significant challenge in protecting its wharves and submerged structures from the relentless forces of corrosion. Traditionally, Cathodic Protection (CP) systems have been the go-to solution. However, Duplex Coated Steel (DCS), a combination of hot dip galvanizing and a high performance organic coating, offers a more durable,...

 Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today introduced the Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000, an energy-efficient, high-power density uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system with a compact footprint. The system is engineered to support IT applications from traditional computing to high density applications. It is available globally in UL and CE models, from 250 to 1250kW per...

The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) hosted its 61st Biannual Plenary Session in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme “The FinTech Revolution in Africa.” The event, held in partnership with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and Kenya Bankers Association among others, brought together leading economists, policymakers, and practitioners to explore the evolving role of financial technology in shaping Africa’s...

Cathodic protection (CP) systems are widely used in mining operations, protecting anything from conveyor systems to settling tanks and, even, large wharf structures from corrosion. However, because of the dangerous nature of the environment they’re based in, managing these systems isn’t without its challenges. For example, relying on in-person site visits and manual inspections to monitor system performance increases...

While it's true that every company is a potential target for distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, cybercriminals will often exploit security challenges and develop customised attack patterns that target the unique characteristics of specific vertical sectors.  For the first half of 2024, this statement certainly rings true for the telecommunications sector – from the global level, right through to...

International collaboration, innovation and sustainability were the key themes of the 28th World Investment Conference (WIC28), hosted by Invest Saudi and the World Association of International Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) that concluded in Riyadh this week. Commenting on the success of the event, H.E. Khalid A. Al-Falih, Saudi Minister of Investment said, "This event was held under the auspicious patronage of...

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent's leading infrastructure solutions provider, has received top honours as Financial Adviser of the Year at the 2024 IJInvestor Awards. Held last night at a gala dinner in London, the Corporation received this prestigious award for providing unique financial advisory services to partners on transformational infrastructure projects that drive industrialisation and economic advancement across...