BME steps up pace of global growth with Joint Venture in Indonesia
South Africa-based blasting and explosive solutions specialist BME has taken another significant step in its globalisation strategy through the recent signing of a joint venture (JV) with a leading Indonesian player.
Indaba opens door for more collaboration in mining
Mining has shown itself to be an important enabler in the African economy and is a central contributor to job creation and community development, according to Tiaan Kotze, Chief Operating Officer at the Omnia Group. At the same time, sustainability has become an underlying principle, where environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are considered the new currency.
Mining Elites celebrates BME Used Oil Recycling Initiative
BME is a leader in blasting solutions for the mining sector and is building its commercial success on firm sustainability principles – which benefit both its social and natural environment.
Sustained safety focus earns BME zero case rate!
After five years of steadily implementing its Safety for Life brand, Omnia Group company BME has successfully achieved one of its key safety targets – a zero recordable case rate (RCR) – for the year ending January 2023.
Secure supply, efficiency needed for mining growth
As BME, we are always dealing with supply chain disruptions – caused by a range of factors from weak infrastructure to border efficiency. Our success in serving customers stems from ongoing investment in local infrastructure and skills, to strengthen local supply chains.
Safe, controlled blasting at Midrand office park
As the latest generation electronic initiation system from blasting solutions provider BME, AXXIS Silver has once again proved its accuracy and flexibility in a controlled blast in a – high-density area.
BME ramping up in build-up to ISEE conference.
This year’s premier blasting and explosives conference will see a solid presence from BME, signalling its exciting growth phase into the North American and other global markets.
Advanced blasting technology to boost mining sustainability
Building on the flexibility and accuracy of electronic detonation, digital blasting tools can assist in enhancing mines’ efficiency and reducing carbon emissions’, says blasting and explosives solutions provider BME MD Ralf Hennecke.
Culture, protocols key to blast safety on mines
A recent global safety report for mining indicates a gradual but steady improvement in mine safety, with a total recordable injury (TRI) frequency rate at a low 2,90 – down from 5,07 just a decade ago.
Building a holistic decarbonisation strategy
In the journey towards decarbonisation, the South African mining sector is taking its first steps toward renewable self-generation. What will need to follow is a more systematic and integrated approach that addresses the whole mining supply chain.