Australian mining news
RCT installs automation solutions at gemstone mine
Four of the mine’s existing loaders will be equipped with RCT's Smart Technology.
Austrade and Shenhua Group form mining initiative
The initiative forms part of Austrade’s Accessing Global Value Chains trade strategy.
MICROMINE aligns with IMDEX for greater integration
MICROMINE, a software solutions provider for the mining industry, has announced that Geobank, its data management solution, is strategically aligning with IMDEX to integrate directly with the company’s REFLEX IQ-LOGGER™ core logging technology.
New investments in Bowen Basin strengthen Queensland’s mining role
QRC has welcomed the Turnbull Government’s AUS$500 000 investments in four projects under the METS Ignited Growth Centre Bowen Basin Cluster programme.
Mineral Resources to start commissioning Wodgina lithium plant in October
The total capital cost for the concentrate plant project, which includes a crushing plant, three concentrate production trains, an airfield, a gas pipeline and a power plant, is estimated at AUS$610 million.
Mackay Resources Centre of Excellence making progress
Queensland’s recourses industry has welcomed the progress that has been made on the Mackay Resources Centre of Excellence.
Siemens Australia and Motorola Solutions to jointly develop technologies for Australia’s industrial sector
Motorola Solutions has joined the Siemens’ Solution Partner Program.
Anglo American announces 2Q18 production results
The company achieved a 6% increase in total production on a copper equivalent basis in 2Q18, compared to 2Q17.
Osmoflo wins contract for water treatment at the Ranger mine
Osmoflo will provide a key new element in the company’s integrated water treatment and management system.
MCA criticises Opposition’s proposed restrictions on use of labour hire in Australia
The Minerals Council of Australia has described Labor’s plan as “deeply flawed” and detrimental to Australia’s economy if implemented.