Mining

Wheaton Precious Metals has entered into a definitive precious metals purchase agreement with Allied Gold, in respect of the Kurmuk Project located in Ethiopia.

Sven Hegner, Toshiba, outlines how lithium titanium oxide batteries for heavy-duty vehicles enable quick charging and longevity, meeting application-specific demands while reducing the total cost of ownership.

Orica Digital Solutions and KAPEKS have announced a collaboration agreement to introduce advanced digital technologies and solutions across Turkey’s rapidly expanding mining sector.

Jennmar has acquired a line of mine sealant products from Wright-Mix Material Solutions’ Pyro-Chem division – a recognised producer of ventilation sealants for the underground mining industry.

ABB has been selected by BHP to deliver, install, and commission three friction hoists and a further electrical system for a Blair service hoist to the Jansen Potash Project in Canada.

Quaise Energy and Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) are exploring additional decarbonisation of NGM’s TS Power Plant by using geothermal heat to hybridise onsite power generation.

Akobo Minerals AB has announced final gold production for November 2024 which surpasses earlier estimates, following the completion of all smelting operations for the month.

Four of Epiroc’s teleremote-controlled Simba E6 C WL production drill rigs have surpassed 1 million drill metres in LKAB’s Malmberget iron ore mine in northern Sweden.

Madison Metals Inc. has significantly increased its presence in the critical minerals sector by acquiring the Howells Lake Antimony Gold Project.

The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) has announced that registration for the PDAC 2025 Convention, taking place 2 – 5 March 2025, is now open.

Ramon Barua, CEO, Aclara Resources, examines the disconnect between rare earths’ critical role and its current market reality, and how it poses significant challenges for the future of energy and technological advancements to meet climate goals.

Vale has completed construction and commissioning of the Voisey’s Bay Mine Expansion (VBME) Project, transitioning it from opencast to underground mining.

European Metals Holdings has published an update regarding the Cinovec lithium project, including its relocation to the site of the former Prunérov 1 coal power station.

Ernesto Heller – Market Development Manager, Mining & Bulk Materials Handling at Conductix-Wampfler – recommends three questions to ask before adopting new solutions.

Vale has started the commissioning of the Capanema Maximisation Project, located 80 km from Belo Horizonte, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil.