Iron ore mining news
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.
Austin awarded five year Rio Tinto contract
Austin Engineering Ltd has announced the signing of a five-year mining products and service supply contract with Rio Tinto Services Ltd.
Metalloinvest becomes world leader in iron ore reserves
Following an evaluation of its iron ore reserves, Metalloinvest has determined that it is now the world leader in terms of size and life cycle of iron ore reserves.
Alien Metals forms iron ore subsidiary
Alien Metals Ltd has formed a new wholly owned subsidiary named Iron Ore Company of Australia Pty Ltd, as part of its development of the Hancock and Brockman Iron Ore projects.
AUMUND Brazil delivers SCHADE stacker for iron ore mine
One of the largest mining companies in the world has ordered a SCHADE stacker to operate in a mine in the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil.
Alien Metals recommences drilling at Hancock Iron Ore Project
Alien Metals Ltd has advised that its Phase 3 drilling programme at the Hancock Iron Ore project, Western Australia, is soon to commence.
Orica selects Microsoft Azure as strategic cloud platform
Orica has selected Microsoft Azure as the strategic cloud foundation for its emerging digital portfolio.
Vale updates on 3Q21 performance
Vale has released its financial statements for 3Q21.