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05 Low business confidence persists The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index is at a low last seen in 2009. 08 Continuing carbon emission reduction focus AfriSam has been working hard to minimise its impact on the environment. 10 Founder returns to steer in slump Nico Maas has returned to Gauteng Piling to see the company though rough seas. 12 Largest Green EDGE registration Balwin Properties has announced the world’s largest Green EDGE registration.

24 Retail boost for PE’s Boardwalk Precinct The Flanagan & Gerard Group has announced a major addition to the Boardwalk Casino.

25 Pulling out all the stops in Mozambique Franki Africa kept a major project on track despite a late start.

30 World-class lab providing solution CHRYSO Southern Africa upgraded its Jet Park laboratory to improve capacity. 32 Reliable refurbishment systems for Komati River Bridge Rehabilitation work on the important Komati River Bridge. 34 October completion for 144 Oxford Growthpoint Properties’ new development in Rosebank will be completed on time.

19 Four major wins Three of Paragon Group’s projects received four SAPOA awards.

22 Fast-track repurposing project completed Concor Building has completed a fast-track project for the BMW Group.

36 Building solid foundation FAW Trucks has contributed to Die Sement Depot’s success.

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Equipment

As the exclusive distributor of Volvo Construction Equipment in Southern Africa, Babcock is building on Volvo’s legendary technology and reputation of offering customers lower equipment lifecycle costs while maintaining the highest standards and quality. Part of the Volvo CE line-up available in this region is the Volvo Gz-Series wheel loaders which have already been favourably received by the Southern African construction equipment market, standing out as reliable, cost-effective machines that maintain the Volvo brand’s hallmarks of superior quality and innovation. Read the story on page 16 and 17

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