9^TH SULPHUR AND SULPHURIC ACID CONFERENCE 2025

FORMAT OF THE EVENT

In-person conference with overseas and regional speakers covering all aspects of acid consuming projects, latest technology developments and operations improvements.

OBJECTIVES

• To expose delegates to issues relating to the generation and handling of sulphur, sulphuric acid, and SO2 abatement in the metallurgical and other industries
• Provide an opportunity to producers and consumers of sulphur and sulphuric acid and related products to be introduced to new technologies and equipment in the field
• Enable participants to share information about and experience in the application of such technologies
• Provide an opportunity for role players in the industry to discuss common problems and their solutions.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The Conference will be of value to:

• Metallurgical and chemical engineers working in the minerals and metals processing and chemical industries
• Metallurgical/chemical/plant management
• Project managers
• Research and development personnel
• Academics and students
• Technology providers and engineering firms
• Equipment and system providers
• Relevant legislators
• Transportation.

Organising Committee

• Thys Claassens, Metso South Africa
• Saul Colley, BASF
• Steve Sackett , Southern African Perspectives

programme

Download the programme

Keynote speakers

Freda Gordon
Director,Acuity Commodities

Freda Gordon, based in London, UK, is Director of Acuity Commodities. She complements the Acuity team with a focus on short- to medium-term market analysis in the global sulphur and sulphuric acid markets, which she has dedicated her career to analysing since 2010. She honed her experience and analytical skills editing several key price assessment publications and giving papers at international conferences. Her previous roles span journalism, business strategy, communications, marketing, public relations and social media.

Freda grew up in Hong Kong where she learnt to speak and write fluent English and Mandarin as well as Cantonese. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and held editorial roles in Asia before relocating to London in 2008

EXHIBITION AND SPONSORSHIP

There are a number of sponsorship opportunities available. Companies wishing to sponsor or exhibit should contact the Conferences and Events Co- Ordinator.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Gugu Charlie,
Conferences and Events Co-Ordinator
E-mail: gugu@saimm.co.za
Tel: 011 538 0238
Web: www.saimm.co.za

Submit an Abstract

Abstract submissions are now open!

The Sulphuric Acid Organising Committee is inviting you to submit an abstract for presentation at the Sulphuric Acid 2025 conference.

Why submit an abstract?

• Enhance your professional image
• Draw attention to the accomplishments of your company.
• Provide the industry with your case studies, knowledge, and experience.
• Inform colleagues, policymakers, and researchers about your progress.
• Provide fresh chances for cooperation for the benefit of the sector.

Submission process

Abstracts will be subject to peer review, the committee will decide whether to accept or decline the submissions. Relevance to the conference theme, accuracy and uniqueness of ideas, contribution significance, and presentation quality are among the selection factors. Download abstract submission template

Authors will be notified in writing of the acceptance of their abstract. Once accepted the author can submit a full paper for review. Download paper guidelines

Please note

• All accepted abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings and presented during technical sessions
• All presenting authors are required to register, pay the author registration fee and attend the conference.

Key Dates

• 4 November 2024 Submission of abstracts
• 20 January 2025 Submission of papers
• 26 May 2025 Workshop
• 27-28 May 2025 Conference
• 29 May 2025 Technical Visit

 Please email abstracts to Gugu Charlie: Conferences and Events Coordinator, SAIMM at gugu@saimm.co.za

TOPICS

• Operator feedback and concerns
• Technology, components and equipment
• Safety, health, environment and quality
• Market: Developments and products
• Marketing projections: Forecast
• Sulphuric acid transportation
• Acid spillage containment and emergency response
• Cooling water quality control.

REGISTRATION FEES

Early bird registration valid until 24 February 2025.
Kindly note, registration closes on 22 May 2025. Please note late registrations will incur a R500 administration fee for registrations received after the closing date.

Workshops

Workshop 1
BASF How to get the most out of your Sulphuric Acid Catalyst (download the announcement)
Cost: R800
Register Here
This will be a half day workshop taking place in the morning

Workshop 2
Topsoe Wet Gas Sulfuric Acid (WSA) Technology (download the announcement)
Cost: R800
Register Here
This will be a half day workshop taking place in the afternoon

Please note workshops are booked separately.

Post Conference Social Visit

The conference organising committee will be hosting a post-conference social visit, where delegates will meet up for lunch at the De Vier restaurant in Stellenbosch on Thursday 29 May 2025.

Cost: R700
Register Here

Kindly note this is limited to 20 people and delegates must make their own way to the restaurant.

Sponsorship and Exhibition

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Accommodation

When making a booking delegates should provide the reservation agent with Block ID : 3517208

Please see the below rates for the group:

• Standard Single rooms : R1750.00 per night
• Standard Sharing rooms: R2100.00 per night
• Deluxe Single rooms: R2250.00 per night
• Deluxe Sharing rooms : R2600.00 per night

Kindly note that the block will be running on house availability, this means that no rooms were blocked off for the group.

Delegates can contact any of the below reservation agents to make a booking:

• Lucania Florence, Email address:  gcquotes@phstellenbosch.com, Tel: 0218809527

• Nirene Fortuin, E-mail address: reservationsm@phstellenbosch.com, Tel: 0218809504

• Ivano Brown, E-mail address: reservationsc@phstellenbosch.com, Tel: 0218809508

Things to Do In Stellenbosch and Cape Town

• https://www.visitstellenbosch.org/things-to-do/
• https://insideguide.co.za/cape-town/to-do-stellenbosch/

Aquila Full-Day Safari

From R2 695 per adult + (Standard transport is R1115.00 per adult)

• Our Cape Town safari trip has been rated by Sawubona magazine as one of the Top 10 best day-trip destinations. The safari is led by an experienced guide who will share inside-stories and facts about your surroundings – easily rousing your inner wild side.
• Please bring a bathing costume, sunblock and warm clothing.
• Welcome drinks
• Prepacked Continental Breakfast or a sit down breakfast
• 2-3 hour afternoon game drive
• No transport included
• Beverages, meals and activities not specified

Early Morning Safari Itinerary

• Duration of game drive and departure times are approximate and dependent on the interaction of the guests with the ranger and the sighting of animals. Please note: transport to and from the reserve is for your own arrangement.
• 07h00 - Welcome drinks & breakfast upon arrival
• (Juice, Bread rolls, Cold meats, Yoghurt, Cheese, Fruit)
• 08h00 - 4x4 Big 5 Safari Game Drive
• 10h00 - Time at Leisure
• 12h00 - Depart to Cape Town

Game Drives:

• Duration of game drives and departure times are approximate and dependent on the interaction of the guests with the ranger and the sighting of animals.

Transport to Aquila:

• Optional R115.00 per person. Pick up location will be confirmed by a safari consultant. Overnight pick up times are between 08h00 and 09h30 on the day of check-in and will be confirmed via the contact details provided at the time of booking.
• Pick up zones include: Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town CBD, Constantia or Bellville. For private, luxury or air transfers, please contact our safari consultants after making your booking.

Full day Cape Peninsula Tour

R 2550 p/p

• At the tip of the Cape Peninsula – only 65 km from the city of Cape Town – lies a wild and untamed wilderness.
• The perfect city escape for any nature lover, Cape Point is a Natural World Heritage Site – rich in fauna and flora – where wild antelope, baboon, Cape Mountain Zebra, and 250 species of bird roam free in this 7750-hectare nature reserve.
• Heading out of the city, we journey south along the coast, past the pristine beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay. To the left, we see the majestic peaks of the Twelve Apostles touching the sky, while to the right, the cliffs drop sharply into the Atlantic.
• Our first stop is Hout Bay, a quaint fishing village where you will have the option of heading out to sea to explore Seal Island. Or you can stay on dry land to peruse the souvenir shops and craft market at your leisure.
• Continuing our journey, we leave civilization behind – traversing Chapman’s Peak (when open) – heading out to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point. Here, surrounded by valleys of fynbos and a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat, you can take in some of the most extraordinary views in the Western Cape. For an even better view of the Two Oceans, you can take the Funicular to the lighthouse.
• We’ll stop for lunch before we head out to Boulders Beach, one of the most flourishing colonies of African Penguins in South Africa. From here, we’re only a stone’s throw away from Simon’s Town, where we’ll see the naval base.
• Our last stop of the day is Kirstenbosch – the crown jewel of South Africa’s nine national botanical gardens – which was founded in 1913 to preserve the country’s unique flora. As the last rays of sunshine streaming in through the peaks of Table Mountain kiss the tips of the leaves and flowers, our unforgettable journey comes to a satisfactory end.

H/D Cape Town City, and Table Mountain Tour

R 1130 P/P

• Scenic drive through Camps Bay, Clifton and Sea Point, past the Cape Town Stadium and through the V&A Waterfront to the city centre.
• We continue past the Houses of Parliament, City Hall, the Castle, the Slave Lodge and St Georges Cathedral before visiting the Company’s Garden and Greenmarket Square.
• We enter Bo-Kaap, also known as the Malay quarter and stop to take photos of the brightly painted houses while we learn the fascinating history of the area.
• We ascend Signal Hill to witness the majestic views.
• We continue to the Table Mountain cable station. You have the option of admiring the views from the lower cable station or you can purchase your cable car ticket (± R420) to reach the summit (weather permitting).
• A variety of food and refreshment options are available for purchase, both at the lower cable station or on top of the mountain.
• After enjoying the spectacular views with your guide from the lower cable way station you may choose to return to your hotel or ascend Table Mountain on your own and find your own way back to your hotel.

Cape Winelands Full-day Scheduled Tour

R 2130 P/P

• We head North towards the scenic winelands for a cellar tour, cheese and wine tasting. Then we stop at the Groot Drakenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela was released in 1990.
• Visit the village of Franschhoek and see the Huguenot monument. Wine tasting in Franschhoek - free time in the village for lunch (own account)
• We pass over the Helshoogte Mountain Pass enroute to Stellenbosch. Walk through the historical town of Stellenbosch.
• Third wine tasting in the area (time permitting). Return back to your hotel late afternoon.

CONTACT

Gugu Charlie,
Conferences and Events Co-ordinator
011 538 0238
gugu@saimm.co.za