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No-Dig 2011 feedback The No-Dig conference took place at the CSIR ICC in Pretoria from 23 to 24 August. conference, Masterclass and Exhibition in South Africa where the potential of our people is as rich as our soils and as vibrant as our subsets, said Lotz. The Conference was officially opened by the executive mayor of the City of Tshwane, Cllr K D Ramokgopa. During his opening speech he said that trenchless technology was a breath of fresh air and would no doubt benefit South African citizens as these technologies are utilised in the massive infrastructure programme being rolled out in the country. After his speech, he joined delegates to listen to an introductory overview All images by Guy Schmidt Photography
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rganised by SASTT (Southern Africa Society for Trenchless Technology) the exhibition and conference provided an excellent networking and educational forum for engineers to gather information and knowledge on the latest developments, techniques and equipment utilised in trenchless technology. Speaking at the conference, president of SASTT Andries Lotz said In South Africa, government has been promising the development and upgrading of civic infrastructure. These promises are beginning to be realised, but progress is hampered by the shortage of skills. While one is mindful that this shortage can only be solved by better basic education, any kind of skills training must have a positive impact on the welfare of our people. Hence, SASTT was delighted when the ISTT proposed that a first trenchless masterclass be organised in South Africa. SASTT is privileged to have hosted the inaugural No-Dig South Africa 2011
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