The Sweet Spot: Industry Lunch & Insights with Anton Paar Southern Africa

Following the success of last year’s networking breakfast, we’re bringing the conversation back, this time over lunch. Join Anton Paar Southern Africa for an exclusive customer event designed for professionals in the sugar industry.

Hosted at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, this gathering offers the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with industry peers and experts.

What to Expect

An informative afternoon where lunch, with lunch on us, and the focus is on meaningful engagement and practical insights. During the session, we will:

Explore Anton Paar applications within the sugar industry.
Share practical insights into instrument performance and optimization.
Unpack the fundamentals of service training for your instruments.
Provide a platform for open discussion and peer networking.

Why Attend

This event is designed with you in mind, our valued customer. Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical understanding or strengthen industry connections, this session offers both knowledge and networking in an informal, welcoming setting.

Agenda

10h30 to 11h00: registration.
11h00 to 11h20: Company overview and RIPOL recap on new portfolio.
11h20 to 12h00: PI and PC (SP).
12h00 to 12h30: Lunch.
12h30 to 13h00: Guest speaker, TBA.
13h00 to 14h00: Tips and tricks.
14h00 to 14h30: Wrap up.

Event Details

Location: Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban
Hosted by: Anton Paar Southern Africa
Time: 10h30 to 14h30

17 Aug 2026

Mr Sanele Ngobese, Mr. Wiaan Goosen (Language: English)

Venue: Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, Afrika-Borwa, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Durban
End of registration: 7 Aug 2026

Contact person and registration:
Ms Lorin Hosken
Tel.: +27 82 900 5623
lorin.hosken[at]anton-paar.com
Nelisa Ruselo
Tel.: 0104430950
nelisa.ruselo[at]anton-paar.com

Sanele Ngobese

Sanele Ngobese is a Chemical engineering graduate from Durban University of Technology with combined experience of 10 years in the chemicals and lubricants industry. Sanele joined Anton Paar Southern Africa in 2018 as a Sales Specialist for the Measurement department. He oversaw the viscosity, distillation, volatility and consistency product portfolio for the Kwa-Zulu Natal region. In 2024, he was promoted to Africa Sales Manager, followed by a further promotion in 2025 to Africa Team Leader for Measurement. In this role, he also oversees sales activities across several Sub-Saharan African countries, including Angola, Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.

Wiaan Goosen

He has his Red Seal in Electronic Equipment Mechanician which was obtained from Olifantsfontein Trade Center in 2021, along with a certificate in SmartPlant Instrumentation for Users TINT1001 at Hexagon. Prior to joining Anton Paar he was a C & I designer for two years which in turn provided him with insight into process instrumentation. He then joined Anton Paar Southern Africa in April 2023 as Sales Specialist for Process Instrumentation overseeing all provinces in South Africa.