Opportunities exist for suppliers that can help mining operations achieve these goals Competing suppliers may be reducing service or marketing efforts to mines in an attempt to reduce their own operating costs. This opens the door for new suppliers. South Africa produces some of the best mining equipment and mining technology in the world, which meets Canadian preferences for the latest and best technology to maximize production and minimize labour costs and environmental impacts. Canada is also a major player in the international mining market and enjoys excellent relations with South Africa. The successful launch of the South African Capital Equipment Export Council will boost the export of mining products, plant and expertise to the Canadian and international mining industry.
Opportunities also exist in the refurbished mining equipment sector.
Growth prospects for cost saving technologies given the current climate are excellent. Many are listed in the resources section below. Contact names and addresses for the following mentioned departments are also listed in the resources section. Contact the DTI Capital Equipment Subdirectorate in Pretoria. 29- May 1, 2001.