Iron ore mining news
Liebherr-Australia’s Perth facility fabricates its 100th bucket
Earlier this year Liebherr-Australia’s Perth facility in Western Australia celebrated its 100th bucket fabrication, which has now been delivered to an iron ore operation in the Pilbara region.
Metso awarded a metallic liner supply contract by BHP in Australia
Metso has signed a three-year agreement for the supply of metallic liners for chute solutions to BHP, supporting the Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) operation.
Roy Hill and Atlas One merge to form Hancock Iron Ore
Roy Hill and Atlas Ore will join forces to become Hancock Iron Ore, bringing together both companies’ experience and combined strengths.
Rio Tinto and Baowu open Western Range iron ore mine
Rio Tinto has officially opened its newest iron ore mine, Western Range, in the Pilbara.
Metso awarded a multi-stage grinding equipment order by a large steel company in India
Metso has been awarded an order to deliver key grinding equipment for a greenfield iron ore processing plant in the State of Odisha in India.
Gerdau’s Miguel Burnier iron ore mine completes IRMA audit
The Initiative for Responsible Mining (IRMA) has released the audit report of Gerdau’s Miguel Burnier iron ore mine against the IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining.
Rio Tinto to invest in Brockman mine extension
Rio Tinto will invest US$1.8 billion to develop the Brockman Syncline 1 mine project.
NMDC’s output jumps 18% in February
India’s largest iron ore miner, NMDC reported an 18% growth over February 2024, with 2025 emerging as the highest ever February month production in company history.
Vale and GreenIron to explore decarbonisation projects in Brazil and Sweden
Vale and GreenIron have signed an MOU to collaborate on key initiatives in Brazil and Sweden for the decarbonisation of the mining and metals supply chain.
Epiroc wins large order for autonomous surface mining equipment in Australia
Epiroc has won a large order from BHP for autonomous surface mining equipment to be used at an iron ore mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.