https://vbkom.com/newshttp://www.rssboard.org/rss-specificationSunBlogNuke RSS Generator Version 9.0.0.0Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:17:17 GMTSun, 12 Apr 2026 14:17:17 GMTen-usinfo@vbkom.cominfo@itm.co.za (VBKOM)https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Installation/DNN_SunBlogNuke.pnghttps://vbkom.com/news https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/459/vbkom-expands-mining-expertise-to-australiaVBKOM is proud to announce its expansion into the Australian mining sector, bridging our expertise across South Africa and Canada to the "Outback." 

]]>Mining EngineeringProject ManagementVBKOM CorporateWorld NewsMining in AustraliaEnterprise OptimisationProject OptimisationChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/459/vbkom-expands-mining-expertise-to-australiaFri, 06 Feb 2026 08:26:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=459https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/458/2026-mining-supercycle-resilience-in-a-bull-runAs we navigate the opening weeks of 2026, the mining industry finds itself in an extraordinary, yet uncharacteristically sober, bull market. We didn’t predict the bull run in commodity prices, but we can definitely help our clients globally to define value in this current and any changing pricing environment.

]]>Mining EngineeringAfrican MiningAfrican InvestmentsWorld NewsChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/458/2026-mining-supercycle-resilience-in-a-bull-runTue, 20 Jan 2026 02:41:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=458https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/456/highlights-from-the-9th-international-pgm-conferenceThe 9th International PGMs Conference confirmed that the sector is entering a new era defined by strategic integration and a focus on value addition. 

]]>Mining EngineeringVBKOM CorporateAfrican MiningAfrican InvestmentsMetallurgical EngineeringChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/456/highlights-from-the-9th-international-pgm-conferenceThu, 13 Nov 2025 03:54:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=456https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/455/cautious-optimism-critical-minerals-joburg-indaba-2025BDM Jani van Rensburg reports on the mood at Joburg Indaba 2025: Cautious optimism. While major investment in Critical Minerals like PGMs and Manganese is planned, achieving global competitiveness requires urgent action.

]]>Mining EngineeringProject ManagementVBKOM CorporateAfrican MiningAfrican InvestmentsWorld NewsChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/455/cautious-optimism-critical-minerals-joburg-indaba-2025Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:23:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=455https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/454/vbkom-at-energy-transition-day-africas-futureVBKOM attended the Coal and Energy Transition Day, discussing Africa's evolving energy landscape. 

]]>Mining EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/454/vbkom-at-energy-transition-day-africas-futureWed, 30 Jul 2025 04:27:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=454https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/452/vbkom-at-pgms-industry-day-key-insights-outlookVBKOM's attendance at the PGMs Industry Day highlighted market uncertainties alongside future potential in hybrid vehicle tech. 

]]>Mining EngineeringChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/452/vbkom-at-pgms-industry-day-key-insights-outlookFri, 11 Apr 2025 05:24:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=452https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/451/investing-in-african-mining-indaba-2025-in-full-forceVBKOM's Executive Team attended Mining Indaba 2025 in Cape Town. Key discussions focused on critical minerals, energy transition, and sustainable mining practices. 

]]>Mining EngineeringVBKOM CorporateAfrican MiningChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/451/investing-in-african-mining-indaba-2025-in-full-forceMon, 17 Feb 2025 07:29:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=451https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/450/successful-mine-planning-short-course-with-enterprises-upVBKOM delivers another successful Open Pit Mine Planning and Design course in partnership with Enterprises UP. This course equips individuals with the essential skills to excel in the mining industry. 

]]>Mining EngineeringMining CoursesGeologyMetallurgical EngineeringChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/450/successful-mine-planning-short-course-with-enterprises-upTue, 26 Nov 2024 08:19:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=450https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/449/celebrating-our-culture-and-the-futureVBKOM is committed to nurturing young talent in the mining industry. Our bursary program provides financial support and mentorship to promising South African students. 

]]>Mining EngineeringVBKOM CorporateCorporate Social InvestmentGeologyMetallurgyIndustrial EngineeringChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/449/celebrating-our-culture-and-the-futureThu, 03 Oct 2024 09:50:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=449https://vbkom.com/news/entryid/448/moderating-dissertation-orals-for-up-mining-engineeringOn 20 and 21 November 2023, final-year Mining Engineering students at the University of Pretoria presented their PSC 411 project dissertations.

]]>Mining EngineeringMining CoursesChantelle van der Walthttps://vbkom.com/news/entryid/448/moderating-dissertation-orals-for-up-mining-engineeringTue, 28 Nov 2023 05:59:00 GMT0https://vbkom.com/DesktopModules/SunBlog/Handlers/Trackback.ashx?id=448