Modern Mining April 2025

50 years of mining excellence by Trollope Group As a leading force in opencast mining, Trollope proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since its establishment in 1975, the company has built a reputation for delivering reliable solutions with a professional yet approachable and friendly attitude.

to visit the consolidated facility, to experience firsthand how the equipment operates and see the production and workshop facilities in action. Oldewage adds that, from a customer experience perspective, being able to see the equipment often sparks curiosity and a desire to learn more. “Seeing and feeling the equipment offers a much better experience than just hearing about it, which normally makes a huge difference,” he says. Various commodities are supported by these advanced test work facilities, including chrome, coal, copper, gold, iron ore, mineral sands, platinum, lithium and chemical salts, among others. Multotec has also recently conducted environmental focused test work for a company that recovers electronic waste. Tertiary education synergy Multotec’s commitment to nurturing future potential extends beyond financial support, the company provides work experience to students during the holidays with preference given to its bursary students. “We are happy to help students with their practical work, and it also gives us the opportunity to identify promising talent who could join Multotec in the future. Students are able to gain invaluable experience by helping us get some of our smaller projects off the ground. We also have Master’s Degree students who come to work on our equipment,” says Bornman. “The facility is there to serve the industry. It is an opportunity to help customers optimise their processes, ensure efficient operations, and work on better recoveries. It’s about innovation and listening to the needs of clients,” he concludes. n

S pecialising in medium- to large-scale mining operations, Trollope offers a comprehensive range of services, including opencast contract mining, crushing and screening, mine infrastructure development, bulk earthworks, rehabilitation, and plant hire. With one of Africa’s largest fleets, the company is dedicated to meeting the industry’s diverse requirements while delivering projects with efficiency and accuracy. Over the years, Trollope has acquired significant experience in extracting a variety of commodities such as coal, platinum, copper, andalusite, gold, phosphate, lithium, uranium, iron ore, manganese, limestone, and diamonds. This versatility has established the company as an adaptable partner capable of managing the unique project complexities that characterise the industry. Operating in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia, with recent projects completed in the DRC and Guinea, Trollope is strategically broadening its presence across Africa by venturing into new mineral sectors and regions, while embracing the challenges of operating in remote and demanding areas. The company recognises Africa’s immense potential but is committed to conducting work in a sustainable manner, while carefully considering the needs of the local communities around which it operates. n

Multotec boasts a showroom and training areas for enhanced customer experience.

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