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The lube kitchen part 7: detergent additives – keeping your parts clean

By Steven Lumley, technical manager, WearCheck   The topic of oil additives is vast, and Steven Lumley – technical manager for WearCheck  – continues the conversation around these essential components of a good engine-management programme, this time with a new focus: detergent additives.   What are they? Organo-metallic compounds of …

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Can Battery Energy Storage Systems Help Power the Future of Mining in Africa?

Mining remains a cornerstone of many Sub-Saharan African economies, often contributing a substantial share of GDP. With the global energy transition driving soaring demand for minerals such as cobalt, lithium and copper, Africa’s mineral wealth is attracting renewed global interest. Countries are moving to modernise mining value chains, investing in …

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Leading the way to the all-electric mine

Decarbonising the mining sector requires more than just new technology; it demands a structured methodology, collaborative partnerships, backed by an integrated suite of technology solutions. ABB eMine™ provides a strong portfolio of Electrification and Automation solutions, consulting, partnerships and technology applications to support Mining operations to accelerate achieving their goals …

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Celsius Sells Opuwo Cobalt Project, Takes Major Write-Down

Australian-listed company Celsius Resources has reduced the value of its Opuwo Cobalt Project in northwest Namibia by approximately N$75 million, citing ongoing market difficulties and uncertainty around how long it would take to develop the site. The decision was outlined in Celsius’s June 2025 quarterly report and reflects broader struggles …

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Batteries, AI and Hydrogen Drive Energy’s Future

The energy landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, led by advances in batteries, artificial intelligence (AI) and hydrogen. Together, these technologies are powering everything from electric vehicles to industrial systems. IDTechEx’s portfolios of Batteries & Energy Storage and Electric Vehicles research reports cover the latest developments. According to the reports, …

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