Transvaal Training Confirmed as Official Judges as Acrow Racking & Shelving and Jungheinrich return as Platinum Sponsors for the Forklift Driver Competition at Electra Mining Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa – Lifting Africa is proud to announce that Transvaal Training has officially been confirmed as the judging partner for the upcoming Forklift Driver Competition taking place at Electra Mining Africa, while Acrow Racking & Shelving and Jungheinrich return as Platinum Sponsors for this premier industry event.

Following the tremendous success and industry-wide attention generated by the 2024 competition, the return of these respected industry leaders further strengthens the competition’s position as one of the most exciting live activations at Electra Mining Africa.

The Forklift Driver Competition brings together highly skilled forklift operators from across South Africa and the broader African region, providing a professional platform to showcase operator excellence, safety awareness, technical precision, and workplace professionalism within modern industrial and logistics environments.

Industry Leaders Driving Skills Development and Safety Excellence

Transvaal Training, one of South Africa’s leading operator training and skills development providers, will once again oversee the judging process for the competition. Their experienced instructors and assessors bring extensive expertise in forklift operator certification, lifting machinery training, occupational safety, and compliance education.

Their involvement ensures that all competitors are evaluated according to the highest industry standards, with judging criteria focused on:

• Safety compliance

• Precision handling

• Operational efficiency

• Equipment control

• Technical competence

• Professionalism under pressure

The professionalism and technical accuracy demonstrated by Transvaal Training during the 2024 competition received widespread praise from both competitors and industry stakeholders, making their return a significant endorsement of the competition’s credibility and technical standards.

Platinum Sponsors Supporting Industry Excellence

Acrow Racking & Shelving and Jungheinrich continue to demonstrate their commitment to advancing industry standards, operator training, and workplace safety through their support as Platinum Sponsors.

Acrow Racking & Shelving is one of Africa’s leading storage solution providers, specialising in the design, manufacture, and installation of high-quality racking systems across warehousing, retail, and industrial sectors. Their involvement highlights the important relationship between efficient storage systems and safe forklift operation within modern supply chains.

Jungheinrich South Africa, a globally recognised leader in intralogistics solutions, brings advanced engineering, electric forklift technology, automation, and integrated logistics systems to the African market. Their participation reinforces the importance of cutting-edge equipment, operator training, and innovation in achieving safe and productive industrial operations.

Building on the Momentum of 2024

The 2024 Forklift Driver Competition attracted significant interest from the logistics, warehousing, mining, and materials handling industries, drawing skilled operators from across the country and creating a high-energy environment that celebrated the professionalism and critical role of forklift operators within modern industry.

“The response to the 2024 competition exceeded all expectations,” says Surita Marx, owner of Lifting Africa and organiser of the competition. “Having Transvaal Training return as our official judges, together with the continued support of Acrow Racking & Shelving and Jungheinrich as Platinum Sponsors, adds tremendous credibility to the competition and further strengthens our commitment to promoting safety, skills development, and operator excellence across the industry.”

About the Competition

The Forklift Driver Competition is designed to test participants through a series of practical and technical challenges that simulate real-world operating conditions. Competitors will perform live at Electra Mining Africa in front of thousands of exhibition visitors, industry professionals, and media representatives.

Licensed forklift operators from across Southern Africa are encouraged to enter and compete for substantial cash prizes, industry recognition, and the prestigious title of Forklift Driver Champion.

Entries can be submitted via:

Forklift Driver Competition Website: www.forkliftdrivercompetition.co.za forkliftcompetition@liftingafrica.co.za

About Electra Mining Africa

Electra Mining Africa is one of the largest and most influential trade exhibitions for the mining, industrial, automation, electrical, and power sectors in the Southern Hemisphere. Held biennially in Johannesburg, the exhibition attracts tens of thousands of local and international visitors and serves as a key platform for innovation, networking, and business development across multiple industrial sectors.

The inclusion of the Forklift Driver Competition introduces a dynamic, skills-focused feature that highlights the critical role of trained operators in maintaining safe and efficient operations across mining, warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing environments.

Media Invitation

Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the competition during Electra Mining Africa. The event promises exciting live-action visuals, technical demonstrations, human-interest stories, and valuable insight into one of the most important operational roles within industry.

For sponsorship opportunities, media enquiries, or further information, please contact:

+27 (0) 83 281 5761, www.forkliftdrivercompetition.co.za or email forkliftcompetition@liftingafrica.co.za