Iron ore mining news
Minerita selects Metso’s energy-efficient comminution equipment for its Compact iron ore project in Brazil
Minérios Itaúna Ltda (Minerita) has selected Metso to supply all key comminution equipment for its greenfield Compact iron ore project located in Itatiaiuçu, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The plant aims to produce 4.5 Mtpy of high-grade premium pellet feed in two phases.
Anglo American releases 2Q25 production report
Anglo American has published its 2Q25 production report, highlighting another solid quarter in copper and iron ore as both businesses tracked to guidance.
BHP publishes latest Operational Review
BHP has released its latest Operational Review, highlighting record copper and iron ore production as primary drivers behind its strong 2025 performance.
Squeezed on pricing, iron ore producers turn to batch-level tracking
Juliana Bruwer, SAP, discusses how batch-level tracking and advanced digital tools are becoming essential for iron ore producers to meet regulations, cut emissions, and stay competitive.
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.