Safety First: The Evolution Of Robotics In Mining
Alessandro Gerotto, Alberto Feletto, Daniel Devo, and Edoardo Marangoni, Gerotto, Italy, report on how the use of robotic machinery is enhancing safety for operators in the mining industry.
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Will Owen, Editor of Global Mining Review, sat down with Rebecca O’Donnell, Senior Product Manager at Baker Hughes to discuss her latest article in the August 2024 issue of Global Mining Review.
Epiroc brings autonomous truck haulage into 3D, enabling advanced fleet control across multi-level ramps
Epiroc’s Deep Automation introduces true 3D capability for underground operations, enabling orchestration of autonomous truck haulage across complex, multi-level ramps.
Rio Tinto and Glencore release statements regarding possible merger
Rio Tinto and Glencore have confirmed that they are engaged in preliminary discussions about a possible combination of some or all of their businesses, which could include an all-share merger.
Metso signs landmark order for a major copper smelter delivery in Asia
Metso has won a major order for the delivery of engineering and key process equipment for a new primary copper smelter investment in Asia.
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Momentum builds at Lindian’s Kangankunde Rare Earths Project
Lindian Resources has published an update on on-site construction activities at the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project in Malawi, including the commencement of the mobilisation of the Komatsu owner-operator mining fleet.
Glenfarne and Donlin Gold sign letter of intent for Alaska gas and infrastructure
Glenfarne Alaska LNG, LLC, and Donlin Gold LLC have announced that the companies have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent for natural gas supply from the Alaska LNG Pipeline and the development of the infrastructure needed to deliver the gas and power the mine.
Caterpillar unveils the next era of autonomy in construction
Caterpillar is driving a major leap forward in autonomous technology, announcing the introduction of intelligent machines engineered to transform construction operations worldwide.
Hexagon and Ma’aden to advance next-generation mining talent and technology at Future Minerals Forum
Hexagon and Ma’aden are strengthening mining education and workforce development across the Middle East by deepening their strategic partnership at next week’s Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 13–15 January.
Stardust Power strengthens Washington engagement as US lithium strategy accelerates
Stardust Power Inc., an American developer of battery-grade lithium carbonate, has announced that it has engaged 38 North Solutions, a leading Washington D.C. based government relations and strategic advisory firm, to support the company’s federal policy, funding strategy, and critical-minerals engagement efforts.
Caterpillar introduces Cat AI Assistant
Caterpillar Inc. has unveiled Cat AI Assistant, an AI-based solution that allows Cat customers to engage with Caterpillar’s equipment and portfolio of digital applications in new, powerful ways.