Modern Mining June 2025

MINING EQUIPMENT

An impressive Sany crusher in operation at a mine in the Limpopo province.

SANY grows green - injects hefty investment into SA market

Chinese equipment supplier, SANY, which has been supplying mining and construction equipment into the continent since 2006, recently outlined its plans to expand into the energy market, in particular, the renewable energy sector. Speaking at a gala dinner, held in Cape Town, on the sidelines of the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025, Dr. Chen Jia: Deputy General Manager of SANY Silicon Energy Technology Company, detailed the company’s microgrid solutions, while Group Vice President, Dr Kim Li, shared insight into progress on its massive new factory, currently under construction in Boksburg. U nderpinned by the global drive for clean energy solutions, the heavy equipment supplier’s foray into the renewable energy market allows SANY to expand its microgrid offering to its existing customer base while “Over the past five years, the cost of PV panels has fallen by roughly 5%, making it a highly desirable option,” explained Dr Chen adding, that as part of its turnkey offering, SANY was on-hand to partner with customers to design, install, maintain and service its green energy solutions. “We provide a one-stop-shop green energy solutions offering and partner with our customers to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions. We ensure that we provide systems that are reliable, sustainable and economical.”

making a play for new business. According to Dr Chen, SANY is among a few companies globally able to offer a comprehensive range of energy products, including PV panels, wind turbines, lithium battery storage systems, hydrogen electrolysers and intelligent electric trucks. “Our extensive product range offers customers reliable and cost-effective integrated green solutions and green transportation options.” Africa and South Africa, in particular, continue to face power challenges and ever-escalating electricity costs. South African’s have been quick to make the shift to renewable energy, transforming the energy landscape away from fossil fuel domination. Last year alone, R17. 5 billion worth of solar panels were imported, reflecting the country’s commitment to sustainable energy sources.

SANY’s warehouse ensures renewable energy spare part availability for customers in Africa that have already inked deals for renewable energy projects. The Chinese equipment manufacturer’s Southern Africa’s parts distribution centre, also in Boksburg, spans an impressive 20 000 m², making it SANY’s largest parts warehouse on the African continent. The facility is stocked with about R270-million worth of spare and wearing parts, and an array of equipment, including excavators, trucks, cranes and loaders, is on-hand. “We also provide flexible financial planning for our microgrid

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