European mining news
Harmony awards Metso key equipment for its Eva Copper Mine Project in Australia
Harmony has selected Metso to deliver the key equipment for its Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland, Australia.
EU-funded project transforms mine waste into raw materials for clean-tech and digital industries
RAWMINA – a multi-year, EU-funded project – has concluded with a successful pilot plant capable of extracting up to 95 % of cobalt, 75 % of antimony, more than 90% for tungsten, and up to 100 % iron recovery from mine waste.
Metso launches OKTOP Cooling Tower with unmatched performance and compact footprint
Metso is launching the third-generation OKTOP® Cooling Tower to address key customer challenges in demanding slurry and electrolyte cooling duties in metals refining.
Normet Xrock launches the world’s first fully autonomous rock-breaking system, Xrock Autobreaker
Normet Xrock, a global pioneer in rock-breaking systems with over 30 years of in-house OEM expertise, has announced the launch of the world’s first autonomous rock-breaking solution.
The Copper Mark and the SSI sign agreement supporting responsible production in the renewables sector
The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have signed a memorandum of understanding that provides a framework for collaboration promoting responsible production and sourcing of copper across the solar energy value chain.
Predict, prevent, protect: Risk mitigation strategies for mining-induced land instability
Events such as landslides can become catastrophic for people and the environment. Jane Marsh, Editor-In-Chief at Environment.co, explains how advanced technologies and dedicated strategies predict and prevent land instability while protecting mining operations in progress.
World’s Deepest Marathon makes history as runners complete the deepest marathon ever in an underground zinc mine
Guinness World Records has confirmed that the World’s Deepest Marathon, which took place on 25 October 2025 in Garpenberg, Sweden, has set two new Guinness World Records: The Deepest Marathon and The Deepest Underground Marathon Distance Run (Team).
From smartphones to fridges: UK to end overreliance on imports of critical minerals
Britain’s supplies of the vital materials powering everyday essentials like smartphones and fridges are set to be shored up as the Prime Minister launches the UK’s new Critical Minerals Strategy.
Weir launches new report to drive sustainable water practices in mining
Weir, a global leader in mining technology, has announced the launch of its latest report, Untapped: Mining’s opportunity to unlock value through strategic water management and innovative technology.
Metso introduces its largest split geared ring model – revolutionising thickener maintenance efficiency and safety
Metso has announced the launch of the SCDH4500, its largest split geared ring model to date.