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Securex 2025
Securex South Africa 2025 - Creating smarter buildings with integrated security solutions
A smart building seamlessly integrates systems like BMS, surveillance, access control, and intrusion detection into one remotely managed network. Beyond safety and security, it fosters innovation, collaboration, and a healthier environment through continuous monitoring, automation, and improved employee performance. 19 May 2025 Read more

Facilities Management Expo 2025
Facilities Management Expo 2025: Smart solutions for evolving FM challenges
The dynamic facilities management environment is influenced by technological advancements and regulatory changes. Adoption of technology within a facility should be guided by FM professionals who are able to intimately understand and respond with solutions that match the specific needs of the facility. 16 May 2025 Read more

FRIGAIR EXPO 2025
Frigair 2025: Hervac sector a driving force in transformation to sustainable spaces
Leading companies in the heating, energy, refrigeration, ventilation and air conditioning (Hervac) industry are a force for change in moving the industry from being energy-intensive to energy-intelligent. Using a combination of new technologies and innovations, mindful building design and renewable energy options, the Hervac industry is fast becoming an enabler in local sustainable infrastructure. 14 May 2025 Read more

Firexpo 2025
Firexpo 2025: Strengthening fire safety and preparedness in the retail sector
The adoption of smart technologies, including IoT-enabled fire detection and suppression systems, is advancing retail safety and operational efficiency. These progressive systems provide real-time monitoring, enabling instant detection of potential fire hazards and seamless communication between devices. 14 May 2025 Read more

A-OSH EXPO 2025
Tackling the challenges of safety professionals head on at A-OSH Expo 2025
Occupational safety and health (OSH) professionals in the engineering and manufacturing sectors face a multitude of challenges in an ever-changing workplace landscape. Some of these include technological developments and implementation, budgetary constraints, employee wellbeing, incident reporting, and environmental/sustainability concerns. 12 May 2025 Read more

Securex 2025
Securex South Africa 2025 showcases the role of technology in closing physical security loopholes
In today’s fast-evolving security landscape, relying on outdated physical security measures can leave buildings and facilities exposed to threats. Criminals and trespassers are becoming more sophisticated, using technology to bypass traditional security systems. Fortunately, advancements in security technology are helping organisations stay ahead of threats by closing critical security gaps. 8 May 2025 Read more

Facilities Management Expo 2025
Facilities Management Expo 2025: Shaping the future of efficient, safe, and smart buildings
In a world where operational efficiency, sustainability, and workplace safety are top priorities, Facilities Management Expo 2025 is the go-to platform for professionals seeking the latest solutions in smart buildings. Taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre from 3 to 5 June 2025, the event delivers insights, innovations, and networking opportunities to help businesses create smarter, safer, and more sustainable environments. 5 May 2025 Read more

A-OSH EXPO 2025
A-OSH Expo 2025: Workplace safety is more than a checklist
Workplace safety, while driven by compliance with OHS Act regulations, should be more than just a checklist. Because it directly impacts on employee wellbeing, business continuity, and productivity, it should be considered a critical, non-negotiable part of all stakeholders’ working lives. The management of retail organisations need to play a proactive role in ensuring buy-in from employees by implementing a pre-emptive safety strategy. 29 Apr 2025 Read more

Securex 2025
Securex South Africa 2025: Making retail security smarter, safer, and more efficient
The financial impact of crime on South Africa’s retail sector is immense. A 2023 report by the South African Retail Risk Intelligence (SARRI) group reveals that retailers lose approximately R23bn ($1.5bn) each year because of crime and various types of shrinkage. These losses stem from shoplifting, organised crime, employee theft, and other forms of fraud. 24 Apr 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Propak Africa delivers a powerful showcase of cutting-edge packaging innovations
Propak Africa brought together more than 500 local and international exhibitors, presenting thousands of cutting-edge products, technologies, and services across the packaging, plastics, printing, food processing, and labelling sectors. Over four dynamic days, the event served as a powerful platform for innovation, industry connection, and commercial opportunity, drawing strong engagement from professionals across the value chain. 27 Mar 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Hear from leading packaging industry specialists at Propak Africa 2025
More than 500 local and international exhibitors will converge on the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, for Propak Africa 2025 taking place from 11-14 March. In addition to the new innovations and technologies on display, the event offers visitors the opportunity to hear from leading industry experts in the packaging, plastics, print, labelling and food processing sectors about the latest trends, developments, innovations and best practise case studies. Visitors to the show benefit from the accompanying seminars and conferences bringing together the best minds in the packaging sector to share their knowledge and experience. 4 Mar 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Game-changing packaging innovations take center stage at Propak Africa
As sustainability grows in importance for the packaging industry, innovation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Propak Africa, set to take place from 11-14 March at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Nasrec, will showcase the latest trends shaping the future of sustainable packaging, printing, plastics, and processing. 3 Mar 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Trends and innovations shaping the growing food and beverage sector on show at Propak Africa 2025
The food and beverage sector is the largest and most vital part of South Africa’s manufacturing industry, contributing 25% to total production. Recent growth, largely driven by dairy, snacks, beverages, and bakery products, has increased the demand for safe, traceable food packaging solutions. All the latest developments in food packaging and labelling will be on show at Propak Africa and co-located shows FoodPro Expo, Pro-Plas Expo, Pro-Label Expo, and The GAPP Print Expo. 27 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
All the latest packaging and printing trends at Propak Africa and co-located shows
Packaging and printing play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, supporting industries from retail to agriculture and manufacturing. Businesses are increasingly seeking smarter, more efficient ways to reduce costs, improve environmental responsibility, and meet shifting consumer demands. Industry trends such as automation, digitisation, and the increasing demand for sustainable solutions are transforming the local packaging and print industries. All the latest global trends making waves in packaging and printing will be highlighted at Propak Africa and co-located shows the GAPP Print Expo, Pro-Label Expo, Pro-Plas Expo, and FoodPro Expo, taking place in Johannesburg from 11 to 14 March. 26 Feb 2025 Read more

Hostex 2026
Hostex 2026: Celebrating 40 years of opening doors for the hospitality, food and beverage industry
Opportunities are brewing for businesses in the hospitality, food, and beverage industry as Hostex 2026 approaches. Taking place from 8 to 10 March 2026, this milestone event marks 40 years of helping suppliers connect with buyers, showcase innovations, and grow their brands. 20 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Sustainability of plastic packaging highlighted at Pro-Plas Expo 2025
Plastic packaging plays a crucial role in South Africa’s supply chains, particularly in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. While its durability and cost-effectiveness make it essential, the conversation around sustainability is reshaping the industry. At Pro-Plas Expo 2025, leading innovators will showcase cutting-edge solutions that are making plastic packaging more recyclable, reusable, and environmentally responsible. 17 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Explore the future of packaging at Propak Africa
Just weeks from now, South Africa's premier trade showcase, Propak Africa, will open its doors, revealing groundbreaking innovations across packaging, printing, plastics, food processing and labelling. Taking place at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec, from 11-14 March 2025, this triennial event has become a trusted hub for industry professionals striving to stay ahead in an ever-changing market. 12 Feb 2025 Read more

PROPAK AFRICA 2025
Propak Africa 2025: Driving Smart Solutions in Packaging and Beyond
As automation and digitisation accelerates across industries, companies are recognising the need to invest in smarter solutions, products and services to stay competitive. For those in packaging and related fields, Propak Africa, a leading industry trade show, provides unmatched insights into these latest innovations. 14 Nov 2024 Read more

Electra Mining
Awards celebrate ingenuity and outstanding levels of innovation
An exhibition viewed by industry as one of the most important events on the calendar, Electra Mining Africa pulled out all the stops this year and delivered its biggest-ever show in its 52-year history. 3 Oct 2024 Read more

Electra Mining
Electra Mining Africa puts innovation in the spotlight and sets new records
Taking place at the Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg, from 2 to 6 September, this year’s Electra Mining Africa was the biggest show in its history with 950 exhibitors occupying over 40,000m² of exhibition space across six exhibition halls and four outside exhibit areas. 18 Sep 2024 Read more


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Propak Cape 2026 | Electra Mining Africa 2024 | Hardex Africa 2024
Hostex | Machine Tools Africa | Securex
A-OSH Expo | Facilities Management | Firexpo
Kwazulu-Natal Industrial Technology Exhibition 2025 | Propak Africa 2025 | FRIGAIR Exhibition