Mining

The Government of the Republic of Liberia has agreed to allow the expansion of ArcelorMittal’s iron ore mining and logistics operations in Liberia.

Rolls-Royce and Flanders Electric plan to develop hybrid retrofit solution for mining trucks.

Rio Tinto and Caterpillar have signed an MoU for the development of zero-emissions autonomous haul trucks to be used at one of Rio Tinto’s Western Australian mining operations.

Hexagon has signed an agreement with Volvo Construction Equipment to provide autonomous safety systems for the mining industry.

Weir Minerals and Andritz have signed an agreement at MINExpo 2021 expanding their shared commitment to supply equipment for processing tailings in the mining industry.

Eurasian Resources Group has upgraded its fleet with Hitachi equipment in one of the largest mining equipment acquisition deals in Kazakhstan’s history.

With a growing demand for critical minerals, the mining industry is looking for possible solutions that can access additional sources, notwithstanding a limited workforce.

Epiroc has agreed to acquire the business and assets of FVT Research Inc., a Canadian company with expertise in converting diesel-powered mining machines to battery-electric vehicles.

enCore Energy Corp. and Azarga Uranium Corp. have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement whereby enCore will acquire all shares of Azarga.

Mechel PAO, one of the leading Russian mining and metals companies, has reported developing design estimate and approval documentation for launching works at the Sivaglinskoye iron ore deposit.

Osino Resources has filed an application with Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy for a mining license at its flagship Twin Hills gold project in Namibia.

Gold Royalty, Abitibi Royalties, and Golden Valley are set to combine to create a leading growth and Americas-focused precious metals royalty company.

Eastern Iron has executed a non-binding MOU with Yahua to form a strategic partnership for the acquisition and development of lithium projects.

After more than 10 years of exploration work, Akobo Minerals has submitted an application for a large scale gold mining license.

Anglo American has reported the rough diamond sales value for De Beers’ seventh sales cycle of 2021.