Tag: Maintenance
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The Untouchables and the Coast Bridge Debacle: Power Plays, Neglect, and a White Elephant
Introduction: A Strategic Project Gone From Pride to Problematics The Liwatoni Floating Pedestrian Bridge (LFPB) in the Kenyan Coast was hailed in 2020 as a symbol of resilience and engineering prowess. Today, reports of sagging metals and creeping deterioration cast a long shadow over a project initially celebrated as a landmark. As discussions intensify about…
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The Untouchables and the Coast Bridge Debacle: Is Power Influence Behind Gachagua’s Woes?
Introduction: A Coastal Project, a National Question The Liwatoni Floating Pedestrian Bridge (LFPB) in Kenya’s Coastal Region was hailed in 2020 as a landmark of engineering and a beacon for future floating structures. Fast forward to today, and the same bridge is often described as a white elephant: faded promises, sagging metals, and maintenance neglect.…
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Kenya Power Announces Planned Power Outages in Nyeri and Embu Counties
Planned outages to support crucial maintenance Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions affecting parts of Nyeri and Embu counties on Monday, January 19. The outages are described as a necessary step to facilitate essential network maintenance and upgrades aimed at improving reliability and service quality for customers across the two counties. What customers should…
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Kenya Power Announces Scheduled Power Outages in Nyeri and Embu Counties
Overview of the Scheduled Outages Kenya Power has announced planned power interruptions that will affect parts of Nyeri and Embu counties on Monday, January 19. The outages, confirmed in a notice released on Sunday, January 18, are described as necessary for critical network maintenance work. While such maintenance can temporarily disrupt daily routines, it helps…
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Scotiabank Centre Renovations Uncover a Storied Piece of Rock History
Unexpected Discovery Amid Renovations at Scotiabank Centre Maintenance teams at Halifax’s Scotiabank Centre stumbled upon a piece of local rock history during planned renovations over the Christmas holidays. While removing a bumper panel—part of the tough but well-worn interior of the freight elevator that hauls equipment and goods through the arena—the workers uncovered an unexpected…
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CAG Salutes TARURA for Reshaping Tanzania’s Road Network
Introduction The Controller and Auditor General (CAG) of Tanzania, Charles Kicheere, has publicly commended the Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) for its notable achievements in reshaping the country’s road network since the agency’s inception. The endorsement comes as TARURA continues to execute strategic projects aimed at improving mobility, safety, and economic activity across…
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Improving Indonesia’s Submarine Cable Resilience
Why Submarine Cables Matter to Indonesia Submarine telecommunication cables are the backbone of modern digital life. For Indonesia, a vast archipelago with thousands of islands, submarine cable networks enable international data flows, financial transactions, and social connectivity. While wireless networks and satellite links play roles, upwards of 98% of global electronic communications rely on undersea…
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Shell Rimula Celebrates Filipino Truck Drivers and Mechanics with Bida Ang Biyahe Ko Campaign
Introduction: Acknowledging the backbone of the supply chain As the Philippines experiences a sustained boom in e-commerce, the demand for reliable transport and skilled maintenance has never been higher. In this evolving landscape, Shell Rimula is turning attention to the men and women who keep goods moving: Filipino truck drivers and mechanics. Their dedication and…
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Cleaner Systems, Smoother Production: Upgrading Sugar Mill Wellness
Welcome to cleaner systems in sugar mills Sugar production faces harsh operational realities: constant dust, high moisture, and fine particulates that infiltrate machinery. These conditions wear down filters, clog lubrication lines, and disrupt production schedules. The result is more frequent maintenance, unexpected downtime, and higher operating costs. A strategic upgrade to cleaner systems—focusing on filtration,…
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Fatigue Cracks Linked to US Cargo Plane Crash in Kentucky, 14 Lives Lost
Preliminary Findings Point to Fatigue Cracks In the wake of the deadly cargo plane crash in Kentucky, investigators have identified fatigue cracks and evidence of stress-related failures in several critical components of the aircraft. The preliminary report, released by the U.S. safety agency, indicates that the aircraft lost an engine shortly after take-off before crashing,…