MegChem Attends 2025 Secunda African Petrochemical Roadshow at Graceland
A Gathering of Industry Leaders
The African Petrochemicals & Energy Roadshow, hosted in Secunda, brought together key players in South Africa’s energy and petrochemical sectors. The event created a valuable platform for knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration among engineering firms, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
As a trusted name in engineering consulting, MegChem proudly took center stage showcasing its technical expertise, strong industry presence, and commitment to continuous innovation.
MegChem’s presence at the roadshow was marked by two key areas: an indoor networking space where our representatives engaged with attendees in meaningful discussions, and an outdoor trailer exhibition area that showcased our engineering capabilities, including a drone and a 3D faro scanner. These interactive platforms offered attendees a deeper understanding of our solutions within the petrochemical industry.
Live Broadcast with Coastal Radio SA
A standout moment of the day was the live interview with MegChem’s newly appointed CEO, Mr. Wessel van Zyl, hosted by Coastal Radio SA.
During the broadcast, Mr. Wessel van Zyl spoke candidly about MegChem’s journey, from its roots in Secunda to becoming a trusted engineering service provider in South Africa and beyond. He shared reflections on:
- His personal journey within the company
- The umbrella of companies that form part of the MegChem Group
- Recent restructuring efforts to enhance agility and operational efficiency
- He also spoke about the future prospects of the company
Knowledge Sharing in Action
At the African Petrochemicals & Energy Roadshow in Secunda, John Mullineux, our Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer, delivered an insightful presentation titled “Failure = Future.”
John explored how managed failure can be a powerful driver of innovation, learning, and resilience in engineering. His key points included:
- Fail Fast, Fail Small: Using low-risk environments to test ideas and learn quickly.
- Risk Management: Combining safety nets, internal checks, and clear communication before, during, and after challenges.
- Growth Through Setbacks: Turning failure into competitive advantage, upskilling teams, and strengthening supplier relationships.
- Synergy in Failure: Teams that face challenges together without blame emerge stronger and more united.
His message resonated strongly with attendees: failure should never be the goal, but when handled correctly, it can shape stronger teams and better outcomes.
Networking and Collaboration
The Secunda African Petrochemical Roadshow provided an excellent platform for networking and collaboration. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with MegChem’s team at their exhibit, discussing potential partnerships and exploring the latest advancements in engineering and quality management.
Looking Forward:
Throughout the event, MegChem’s stand welcomed a diverse range of visitors from senior engineers, clients, emerging professionals and the general public. Our team shared insights and strengthened existing relationships with suppliers and partners. Our role as both participant and Networking Sponsor at the African Petrochemicals Roadshow underscored MegChem’s position as a leader in the engineering consulting space. With a renewed leadership vision and a robust growth strategy, we are well-positioned to continue delivering impact-driven solutions and growing our influence across Southern Africa and beyond.
