What’s the story?
Kognitiv Spark and Zonke Engineering partner to expand RemoteSpark AR/MR platform to Africa’s industrial sector.
Why it matters
The partnership could help strengthen industrial efficiency and worker safety in remote sites across Africa.
Who it’s for & impact
Remote experts can guide technicians across industry in Africa in real time, enhancing field operations and safety.
In Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality News
October 2, 2025 – Kognitiv Spark, a provider of secure augmented and mixed reality (AR/MR) solutions for commercial and government sectors, has announced a strategic partnership with Zonke Engineering, a South African company specializing in industrial process equipment and engineering services. The collaboration aims to introduce Kognitiv Spark’s RemoteSpark platform to frontline teams across Africa’s industrial landscape.
Zonke Engineering delivers customized solutions for heat, mass, and fluid transfer applications, working closely with clients to address technical challenges and improve operational efficiency. By integrating RemoteSpark into its service offerings, Zonke Engineering will provide clients with real-time remote support and enhanced field operations.
RemoteSpark is designed to connect field technicians with remote experts through secure, low-bandwidth video and audio calls. The platform enables live guidance during installations, inspections, and maintenance, supporting faster troubleshooting and safer operations. Additional features include real-time collaboration, visual documentation, and instant access to critical information via smart glasses and mobile devices.
The partnership is intended to benefit industrial organizations and frontline teams operating in remote or hazardous environments by reducing downtime, improving service times, and supporting knowledge retention through on-the-job collaboration.
“Partnering with Zonke Engineering is a powerful step forward in our mission to support frontline teams with intelligent, real-time tools,” said Adam Clay, Managing Director, UK & EMEA, at Kognitiv Spark. “The team at Zonke hold deep industry expertise and a strong commitment to local impact making them an ideal collaborator as we expand RemoteSpark into new markets. We’re excited about the value this partnership will unlock for industrial teams across Africa.”
Danielo Thysse, Engineering Manager at Zonke Engineering, added: “Kognitiv Spark’s technology perfectly aligns with our mission to deliver sustainable, innovative solutions to Africa’s industrial sector. Together, we can provide our clients with access to expertise when and where it’s needed most, improving safety, efficiency, and long-term resilience.”
For more information on Kognitiv Spark and its augmented and mixed reality solutions for connected worker support, please visit the company’s website.
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