Currently, one of the most debated topics influencing innovation is digitalisation and its impact on the future of employment. It is met with equal parts excitement and trepidation. No matter how you look at it, digital transformation and a truly connected global economy are already upon us.
Siemens has provided automation equipment and industrial networks to assist Anglo American’s Engineering Skills Training Centre (ESTC). One of the pillars of digitalisation is industrial networks and security, and it is crucial that engineers understand the role of this technology in the future of mining.
As a leader in automation, Siemens is continuously expanding its role in industrial digitalisation. There is an opportunity, especially in Africa, to embrace new technologies combined with human talent to accelerate industrialisation and drive economic growth. “We are proud to support Anglo American Platinum to advance skills and opportunities in Africa,” explained Sabine Dall’Omo, CEO for Siemens Southern and Eastern Africa.
Gary Humphries, Anglo American Platinum’s executive head for processing, was appreciative of Siemens’ completion of yet another skills project at the ESTC. In his address he said: “Siemens and Anglo American Platinum have been in partnership since 2010 and we have seen approximately 298 artisans successfully trained at this centre. This vital contribution by Siemens to ESTC will significantly contribute towards the development of the human resource capabilities of our artisans and will help broaden the thinking of the students to explore new career opportunities. We celebrate the handover of the Siemens Simatic Wall and look forward to the role it will play in training the current and next generation of skilled artisans.”
“We are ramping up our commitment to the region to meet customer needs, expanding our portfolio for digital enterprises, supporting our customers in the manufacturing and process industries with digitalisation, and investing in equipping future generations with the skills they will need,” concluded Dall’Omo.
For more information contact Keshin Govender, Siemens Southern and Eastern Africa, +27 (0)71 492 3789, [email protected], www.siemens.com
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