ON THE COVER: 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.

ON THE COVER: At an event that was highly anticipated and attended by over 600  guests, Scania Southern Africa introduced the trucking industry to a completely new truck range. This is the result of more than a decade’s research an investments – the biggest in Scania’s history.

ON THE COVER: 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.

ON THE COVER:Kemach Equipment has partnered with Stampede Compaction Equipment to supply locally manufactured walk-behind/pedestrian rollers to the South African market. Donned in the renowned Kemach Equipment yellow, the new-look machines will proudly display both Kemach and Stampede brands.

ON THE COVER: A magnificent bridge over the Okavango River in the Mohembo Village area which is being piled by Keller’s Franki Africa for main contractor Itinera/Cimolai JV, is a shining example of Franki’s diverse strengths. Construction World focuses on Franki’s renowned ability to deliver in remote and challenging environments.

The bridge, which connects villages on the east of the river with the rest of the country, straddles the Mohembo East (Kauxwi) Ferry landing site with the Mohembo West (Shakawe) Ferry landing site.