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04 Global and African construction trends The many and complex factors that influence the construction industry.

24 Creating a landmark How the new 55-storey Leonardo in Sandton was built.

28 Steel shows it mettle Steel offers a number of advantages for the construction of bridges. 38 Bridging the divide A new bride will allow faster movement of people and goods from SA to Botswana. 44 Helping PCMs keep pace, reduce energy this winter Using appropriate admixtures can assist with maintaining the rate of production. 48 Stadium design-an-build cut by two years AECOM has slashed two years off the construction time for a stadium in Cameroon.

08 Creating a force for future of resources and energy Worley – the result of the merger between WorleyParsons and Jacobs – has a lot to offer. 10 Mind the gap between finance and engineering How to maximise productivity on projects and gain control over costs and performance.

12 Scania introduces next generation The OEM is introducing a completely new truck range locally.

16 Exciting redevelopment begins The iconic 30-storey Towers Main building in Joburg has a new owner and a new lease on life. 22 Raising profile of Cape Town’s foreshore The R1,5-billion The Yacht Club is a prestigious mixed-use development in Cape Town.

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Projects & Contracts

Precast concrete has helped lend an air of timelessness and minimalism to Norval Foundation, a modern pavilion for art set against the dramatic Constantiaberg Mountain and vineyard landscape in the Steenberg area of Cape Town. The building is an expression of concrete, glass, steel and timber with concrete being the primary element in both the finish and structure. Read the article on pages 20 and 21

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