Iron ore mining news
FLSmidth launches new HAB feeder for ROM and stockyard applications
A modular, hybrid, belt-over-apron feeder, the HAB feeder delivers the strength of an apron feeder with the spillage control of a conveyor system.
Weir wins record £100 million order for Australian magnetite iron ore project
The order, which includes a range of Weir crushing and pump equipment including Enduron high pressure grinding rolls and GEHO® pumps, will reduce energy consumption and wet tailings waste by more than 30% compared to traditional mining technologies.
Inception announces operational expansion crushing circuit
Inception Mining Inc. has announced the addition of a Honduran subcontractor that has already moved onsite and expects a startup of their crushing circuit no later than 30 October 2019.
Critical minerals to drive investment in Australia
From rare earths to high performance metals, Australia is well positioned to source and develop the critical minerals the world needs for faster, smaller and more powerful technology.
Rio Tinto provides update on iron ore guidance
Rio Tinto is currently experiencing iron ore mine operational challenges, particularly in the Greater Brockman hub in the Pilbara.
Mining investors remain unimpressed despite top performing miners
Stakeholders are concerned that the industry is lagging when it comes to a number of factors that have not been a traditional focus of the mining industry.
Vale to invest US$2.5 billion in dry iron ore processing over next five years
The goal is to achieve 70% by 2023; to reach the current level of 60% of dry mining, the company has invested US$17.5 billion over the last 10 years.
Schneider Electric enters into partnership with Alderon for Kami iron ore project development
Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure digital solutions and financing options for the Kami project are both key to the agreement.
Modular helps iron ore mine increase productivity through improved use of DISPATCH system optimisation
Modular Mining conducted a sequence of haulage simulations at the iron ore mine to estimate the productivity gains the mine could potentially achieve by implementing the DISPATCH® Fleet Management System.
Stronger mining industry supports faster return to government’s budget surplus
Mining makes up 33% of all company profits in Australia, which makes it a significant contributor to government revenues.