Autonomous technology training is key
RCT's Training Coordinator Sunil Kumar discusses the importance of training a mining workforce to use communication infrastructure and autonomous machinery.
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Mines’ technology push means new approaches to digitisation
The development of new technologies and related software have been crucial in optimising equipment efficiency, as well as process and system streamlining of material flow, explains Christiaan Liebenberg, Software Product Manager at BME.
The future of tailings
Weir Minerals has announced that it has entered the production side of the tailings processing field.
Epiroc reaches important milestone in surface drilling automation
The world’s first fully autonomous SmartROC D65 surface drill rig is now in production.
Lundin Gold commences mining of first production stope at Fruta Del Norte mine
Construction of the process plant and tailings facility continue on schedule, with commissioning of the process plant to begin in 3Q19.
Australian mining is not subsidised by taxpayers, confirms MCA
The Minerals Council of Australia has agreed with the Productivity Commission’s independent Trade and Assistance Review 2017-2018 which refuted the claim that Australian mining is subsidised by taxpayers.
Australia’s mining future unleashed as AIMEX Conference is launched
AIMEX has launched the 2019 Conference with an impressive line-up of mining innovators and disruptors that will be discussing topics including technological advancements, workforce changes, community collaborations and environmental challenges.
Scorpio Gold receives permit to advance mining, processing and exploration activities at Mineral Ridge
Scorpio Gold has received a permit from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) to advance its mining, processing, and exploration activities at its Mineral Ridge project located in Esmerelda County (Nevada).
Fibex supplies cable trough products to UK polyhalite mining project
Fibex has provided Sirius Minerals’ new polyhalite project with a cable management system that meet the company’s specific set of requirements.
Economic reform essential to jobs and investment in Australian mining, says MCA
A welcome wave of reform signalled by the Prime Minister on 24 June has the potential to unlock up to AUS$170 billion of resources investment in Australia.
Bullseye Mining strikes gold at North Laverton project
Bullseye Mining Ltd has discovered an area which is extremely rich in gold at its North Laverton gold project in Western Australia.
Wildfire spreads to Pinto Valley mine boundary
Capstone Mining Corp. has reported that the Woodbury Fire wildfire is nearing the westernmost boundary of its Pinto Valley mine in Arizona.
Sandfire Resources provides a mineral resource update for its DeGrussa operations
Sandfire Resources has shared a mineral resource update for its DeGrussa operations in Western Australia.
BHP and Mitsubishi sign MoU to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
BHP and Mitsubishi Development Pty Ltd are reviewing opportunities to undertake research, pilot new ideas, and develop and deploy new emissions reduction technologies.
Rio Tinto provides update on iron ore guidance
Rio Tinto is currently experiencing iron ore mine operational challenges, particularly in the Greater Brockman hub in the Pilbara.