Mining news updates

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Rosh Pinah Zinc (“RPZ”) and Appian Capital Advisory Limited (the investment advisor to long-term value-focused private capital funds, “Appian”) have announced the commissioning of the new SAG (semi-autogenous grinding) mill.

Rio Tinto and the Government of Mongolia have reached agreement to adjust the shareholder loan interest rate for the Oyu Tolgoi project, in line with the requirement under the Shareholders Agreement to periodically review the appropriateness of the rate.

Mohamed Ghali, Komet Irrigation, explores why reliability is becoming a key consideration in dust suppression systems and how this supports safer, more efficient mining operations.

Aramine and sensmore are introducing an automated Aramine L140B Loader into underground production at Cemex in Germany, turning a proven underground machine into an autonomous production system for real operating conditions.

SiTration, a materials recovery and processing startup serving the mining and metals industries, recently collaborated with BHP Invent and Copper South Australia to complete 5-weeks of prototype test work, trialling SiTration’s patented processing technology on local copper samples.

Sim Sharphouse, Operations Manager at mechanical and electrical engineering firm Salko UK, discusses how implementing small actionable steps consistently over a period of time is the key to making tangible long term difference and the importance of reliability, maintenance, and lifecycle planning in reducing mining's environmental impact.

Mining operations depend on stockyard systems that deliver reliable storage, blending, and reclaiming under demanding conditions. With proven global references, tailored engineering, and lifecycle support, TAKRAF Group helps operators improve safety, efficiency, and long-term performance through resilient stockyard technologies.

The Krasno-Oktyabrskoye Bauxite Mining Unit (KBRU) of Aluminium of Kazakhstan JSC, owned by Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), a leading global metals and mining company, has officially launched a project focused on the vertical extraction of bauxite using rotary drilling.

WEG has signed an agreement to supply electric motors to the Lithium Americas’ Thacker Pass lithium project under construction in the US, expanding WEG’s footprint in mining and advancing its role in the global critical minerals value chain.

Liebherr-Australia has delivered three new PR 776 G8 dozers to mining services provider MACA, a Thiess company, at the Duketon Gold Project, which is operated by Regis Resources.

Metso continues to expand its mill lining Life Cycle Services (LCS) offering in Asia Pacific, securing two new long-term agreements in the first half of 2026 and building a strong pipeline of future opportunities.

AECI Mining examines how procurement, operational and processing decisions impact downstream recovery, efficiency, and environmental management.

Multotec has supplied a range of high-performance spiral equipment to the Thaba JV chromite and Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) project in South Africa’s Limpopo province.

Insuco and ICSI join WMC to share 15 years of global experience in social performance, mine closure, and territorial transition.

Anglo American plc, through its 50.1%-owned subsidiary, Anglo American Sur S.A., and Codelco, announce the completion of the definitive agreement to implement a joint mine plan for their respective Los Bronces and Andina copper mines in Chile, following receipt of the required competition and regulatory approvals along with the fulfilment of conditions precedent.

Metso has signed two multi-year Life Cycle Services (LCS) agreements with key mining customers: a 5-year contract with a major copper producer in South America and a 4-year contract with a major lead/zinc producer in Asia Pacific.

RCT – Powered by Epiroc is proud to have played an integral part in the reopening of a prominent Canadian Nickel mine as it moved into opencast mining last year.

SME has announced a call for abstracts for its next annual conference and expo, MINEXCHANGE 2027, due to take place from 28 February to 3 March 2027 in Denver.

BHP, Rio Tinto, and Caterpillar have launched a trial of two Cat® 793 XE Early Learner battery-electric haul trucks at a mine-site demonstration in Western Australia’s Pilbara as part of an industry-first collaboration.

VERACIO and Bureau Veritas have signed an MOU establishing a strategic commercial collaboration focused on expanding access to advanced geological scanning technologies across Latin America.

Aqseptence Group GmbH, managed by Oaktree Capital Management, has signed an agreement to sell one of its divisions, Diemme Filtration, to Sandvik Group.

Sandvik Mining has unveiled its new Sandvik DD423iE – the second machine in its next-generation development drilling offering.

Perenti’s underground mining business, Barminco, has been awarded the contract to provide underground mining services at Barrick’s Fourmile Project in Nevada, USA.