Mining

According to CRU, Australian lithium supply has surged in order to target electric vehicle (EV) demand.

According to the report, the global mining equipment market is expected to reach US$188.77 billion by 2025 from US$106.85 billion in 2017.

The leading cause of fatalities was powered haulage, which accounted for 48% of the annual total.

RCT has worked on an automation project with Caterpillar dealer Vostochnaya Technia at Polyus’ Olimpiada opencast gold mine in Russia.

In many applications, a slurry pump’s throatbush is the component that has the shortest life compared to the impeller and liners, with considerable variability.

Imperial Metals Corporation has suspended operations at its Mount Polley copper mine due to declining copper prices.

The Mauritania Government has granted a one year extension to complete the Tijirit gold project feasibility study.

Access to the Step 3 area provides greater operational flexibility and access to higher grade iron ore.

Diamcor achieved an average of US$195.66 for the fiscal quarter ending 31 December.

Prize Mining has reported its results from diamond drilling at the Manto Negro copper project in Mexico.

Regional Queenslanders are fed up with activists who break the law to protest against new mines and infrastructure.

The agreement reinforces Rio Tinto’s partnership with Baowu, recognising the significant expertise and knowledge both parties bring to the joint venture.

MineWare’s Pegasys can help miners locate and recover material up to 100 ft below water.

JSW signs another agreement that guarantees employment for students in the company’s mines.

Fortescue will produce 5 - 10 million t of West Pilbara fines in FY19, further enhancing the company’s range of ores available.