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Electra Mining Africa’s engagements enables business growth
Electra Mining Africa brings together all levels of the capital equipment decision-making chain in one environment, making it a powerful platform for building those relationships. This unmatched ability to facilitate meaningful, face-to-face engagement positions the show as a key driver of growth across South Africa’s industrial landscape. The event connects potential clients directly with industry leaders, engineers, technical specialists and local partners, enabling side-by-side comparison of suppliers and brands. Visitors can explore equipment, technologies and solutions in one location, making it easier to assess specifications, localisation levels and support models. The show also enables detailed technical discussions around systems, components, automation, electrification and digital solutions, supported by case studies and expert insight. These interactions are difficult to replicate through other marketing channels and
deal-making that feeds into the next investment cycle. “South African engineers are leaders in innovation and technology development, creating solutions for real-world industry challenges. The country’s leading mining technologies will be on display at Electra Mining Africa this September,” he says. Electra Mining Africa will take place at Nasrec, Johannesburg between 7-11 September 2026. n
highlight the unique value of a large- scale tradeshow environment. According to Eric Bruggeman, CEO of the South African Capital Equipment Export Council (SACEEC), South Africa exports R220-billion worth of mining technology globally each year, with export activity often increasing in the 6–12 months following Electra Mining Africa. This uplift is attributed to the show’s ability to stimulate the market, generate qualified leads and support
Manitou: Innovative material handling solutions for mining
variety of specialised machinery tailored to the unique needs of mining. Manitou’s factory-fitted mining specifications telehandlers are suitable for a variety of tasks on the mine. Coupled with specialised mining attachments such as tyre handlers, cylinder handlers, pipe handlers and personnel platforms, these telehandlers offer true versatility to the mining site. Each product is designed to withstand harsh operating conditions, ensuring maximum productivity and safety for our customers. In addition to telehandlers, Manitou also offers a range of rough terrain forklifts, access platforms, skid steer loaders and backhoe loaders. At Manitou, customer support and service excellence is our priority. Our network of dealers provides comprehensive maintenance, training, and technical support to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime for our clients. n
of Manitou, Marcel Braud, back in 1958, the search for innovation has continued to be at the origin of the great successes of the Manitou brand and continually evolves to offer a range of products that meet the needs of our markets. With a strong commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Manitou has established itself as a trusted partner for mining companies seeking efficient, safe and versatile equipment through the offering of a
Manitou South Africa is a wholly owned subsidiary of Manitou Group which is headquartered in France and has a worldwide presence through establishments on every continent. As an innovative leader, Manitou Group designs, manufactures, distributes and services versatile material handling equipment for a variety of sectors such as mining, construction, agriculture and industry, amongst others. Since the invention of the first all-terrain forklift truck by the founder
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