SAIIE

15/10/2026

Every organisation is making bets on the future, whether it knows it or not.

At SAIIE36: Beyond the Horizon, you’ll leave with a clearer view of where you, your team and your organisation should invest your attention next.

A special thank you to our valued partners for making this possible:

- DSV Global Transport & Logistics
- Spatialedge.ai
- PPS
- University of Pretoria: Graduate School of Technology Management
- UNISA: College of Science, Engineering and Technology
- University of Pretoria: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
- Stellenbosch University: Faculty of Engineering

Your support helps bring together the ideas, expertise and connections that will shape the future of Industrial Engineering.

📍 Durban, Southern Sun, Elangeni & Maharani
📅 19–21 October 2026

Don’t miss your final opportunity to be part of SAIIE36. Secure your place!

👉 Register here for full details and pricing:
https://saiie.glueup.com/event/saiie36-annual-conference-173138/

13/10/2026

Meet the voices taking us beyond the horizon:

- Dr Susan Adendorff, Retired Professional Industrial Engineer, presenting “Reflections on horizons”.

- Dr Pali Lehohla, Former Statistician-General of South Africa, presenting “Beyond the Horizon - the Fintech Arrival Center”.

- Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist at Investec Bank Limited South Africa, presenting “Economic review and preview”.

- Ramasamy Venugopal, Operations Manager and Head of Innovation at International Astronomical Union - Office of Astronomy for Development, presenting “The Cosmic Horizon: Engineering Africa’s Story in Space”.

Three days, one question: where should we be placing our bets for what lies Beyond the Horizon?

It’s not too late to join, register today. Only one week to go!: https://lnkd.in/dyJPM4aX

12/10/2026

The changes that will reshape our industry are already here as weak signals: AI in operations, energy constraints, supply-chain redesign, and new skill demands.

Beyond the Horizon is where we name those signals early, while we still have time to act.

Which shift do you think will matter most for industrial engineering by 2030? Tell us in the comments 👇

Only one week to go! It’s not too late to join the conversation at next week's conference. Register today: https://lnkd.in/dyJPM4aX

08/10/2026

Most conferences help you do today's job better. SAIIE36 Beyond the Horizon is about the next ten years. In 10 days, industrial engineers, leaders and academics meet in Durban to look past the immediate: the technologies, skills and shifts that will shape how Africa works. Don't just keep up with the future. Get there first, and bring the right people with you.

Come and see what’s Beyond the Horizon.

📍 Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban
📅 19 to 21 October 2026
🎟️ Registration is still open

👉 Register for SAIIE36: https://saiie.glueup.com/event/saiie36-annual-conference-173138/
⁠SAIIE36 Registration

07/10/2026

‼️Reminder‼️

🚀 Take the next step towards ECSA professional registration! SAIIE invites you to join the ECSA Professional Registration

Application Writing Bootcamp: Cohort 7, an immersive in-person programme designed to help Engineers, Technologists and Technicians make real progress on their ECSA application reports.

With expert guidance from Dr Dieter Hartmann, mentor support, structured writing time, feedback sessions and focused discussions, this bootcamp gives you the dedicated space and support needed to strengthen your application and prepare with confidence.

📍 Venue: The Country Club Johannesburg, Auckland Park
📅 Dates: 11 to 13 November 2026
✅ Includes accommodation, meals, refreshments, mentorship, a pre-bootcamp preparation webinar and an interview readiness webinar.

👍🏻 All engineering disciplines are welcome

Whether you are starting, refining or finalising your ECSA application, this is your opportunity to step away from distractions and focus on getting it done.

Spots are limited, and registration closes on 25 October 2026. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eFeQ-R7v

06/10/2026

SAIIE36 is proud to announce our 2026 Gold Sponsor: the Department of Industrial Engineering at Stellenbosch University.

As SAIIE36 continues to build momentum under the theme Beyond the Horizon, we are excited to partner with institutions that are shaping the future of Industrial Engineering through innovation, research, and industry impact.

Why partner with SAIIE36?

By partnering with SAIIE36, your organisation gains access to:

• Targeted visibility among Industrial Engineering professionals, academics, researchers, and decision-makers
• Logo placement across conference platforms
• Exhibition opportunities, both live and virtual
• Banner and commercial exposure
• Direct engagement with delegates and industry leaders

With partnership options ranging from Exhibition to Rhodium, there is a level to suit every visibility strategy.

📍 Durban | 19 to 21 October 2026
📄 Partnership prospectus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EC6NJm-hI7sf8OKJVpRirjrC-0NGcR4a/view?usp=sharing
📩 [email protected]
🌐 Southern African Institute for Industrial Engineering

Join leading institutions like Stellenbosch University in positioning your brand where innovation, industry, and future thinking meet 🚀

05/10/2026

SAIIE36 is proud to announce our 2026 Platinum Sponsor: the University of Pretoria Graduate School of Technology Management.

As SAIIE36 continues to build momentum under the theme Beyond the Horizon, we invite organisations to position their brands alongside leading institutions shaping the future of Industrial Engineering.

Why partner with SAIIE36?

By partnering with SAIIE36, your organisation gains access to:

• Targeted visibility among Industrial Engineering professionals, academics, researchers, and decision-makers
• Logo placement across conference platforms
• Exhibition opportunities, both live and virtual
• Banner and commercial exposure
• Direct engagement with delegates and industry leaders

With partnership options ranging from Exhibition to Rhodium, there is a level to suit every visibility strategy.

📍 Durban | 19 to 21 October 2026
📄 Partnership prospectus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EC6NJm-hI7sf8OKJVpRirjrC-0NGcR4a/view?usp=sharing
📩 [email protected]


Position your brand where innovation, industry, and future thinking meet 🚀

30/09/2026

28/09/2026

‼️ Reminder ‼️

Late Registration is Now Open for SAIIE36! 🚀

There’s still time to secure your place at the 36th Annual Conference of the Southern African Institute for Industrial Engineering and join leading academics, practitioners, and industry professionals as we explore Beyond the Horizon.

📍 Durban
📅 19–21 October 2026

SAIIE36 will bring together thought leadership, practical insight, research excellence, networking opportunities, and future-focused conversations shaping Industrial Engineering across Southern Africa.

🎟️ Late Registration is open until 30 September 2026.

Don’t miss your final opportunity to be part of SAIIE36. Secure your place before registration closes.

👉 Register here for full details and pricing:
https://saiie.glueup.com/event/saiie36-annual-conference-173138/

We look forward to welcoming you to Durban for three days of connection, learning, and innovation.