Iron ore mining news
Rio Tinto releases 4Q21 production results
Rio Tinto has released it production results for 4Q21.
Vale updates on operations and structures in Minas Gerais
Vale has informed that it has partially and gradually resumed its operations in Minas Gerais after the re-establishment of adequate safety conditions following the period of heavy rains that affected the region.
BHP orders four battery-electric locomotives for WAIO rail network
BHP will purchase four battery-electric locomotives and conduct trials at its Western Australia Iron Ore rail network, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to reduce its operational emissions.
Drilling identifies extensions to Alien Metals’ Hancock Iron Ore Project
Alien Metals Ltd has provided an update on findings and results on its Phase 3 drilling programme at the Hancock Iron Ore project, part of its Hamersley Iron Ore Project, Western Australia.
Rio Tinto purchases first battery-electric trains for the Pilbara
Rio Tinto has agreed to purchase four battery-electric trains from Wabtec Corporation as part of the company’s strategy to reduce its carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
Fortescue purchases battery electric locomotives
Fortescue has purchased two new battery electric locomotives to transport its iron ore to port.
Anglo American and Vale discuss Serpentina iron ore resource development
Anglo American and Vale have reportedly held preliminary discussions about the potential to jointly develop the Serpentina iron ore resource.
LKAB to implement Sandvik battery machines in Malmberget
In 2022, LKAB will test Sandvik's battery vehicles at Malmberget in order to supply fossil-free iron ore.
Australia and Republic of Korea MoU further strengthens minerals cooperation
The memorandum of understanding on Cooperation in Critical Mineral Supply Chains between Australia and the Republic of Korea will further strengthen cooperation in resources and energy, building on previous commitments between the two nations.
Fortescue’s Chichester Hub daytime operations powered by renewable solar energy
Fortescue’s Chichester Hub operations are now being powered by solar energy, following the completion of the 60 MW Alinta Energy Chichester Solar Gas Hybrid Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.