North American mining news
Glenfarne and Donlin Gold sign letter of intent for Alaska gas and infrastructure
Glenfarne Alaska LNG, LLC, and Donlin Gold LLC have announced that the companies have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent for natural gas supply from the Alaska LNG Pipeline and the development of the infrastructure needed to deliver the gas and power the mine.
Caterpillar unveils the next era of autonomy in construction
Caterpillar is driving a major leap forward in autonomous technology, announcing the introduction of intelligent machines engineered to transform construction operations worldwide.
Hexagon and Ma’aden to advance next-generation mining talent and technology at Future Minerals Forum
Hexagon and Ma’aden are strengthening mining education and workforce development across the Middle East by deepening their strategic partnership at next week’s Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 13–15 January.
Stardust Power strengthens Washington engagement as US lithium strategy accelerates
Stardust Power Inc., an American developer of battery-grade lithium carbonate, has announced that it has engaged 38 North Solutions, a leading Washington D.C. based government relations and strategic advisory firm, to support the company’s federal policy, funding strategy, and critical-minerals engagement efforts.
Caterpillar introduces Cat AI Assistant
Caterpillar Inc. has unveiled Cat AI Assistant, an AI-based solution that allows Cat customers to engage with Caterpillar’s equipment and portfolio of digital applications in new, powerful ways.
Great Western Mining Corporation PLC provides a tungsten exploration update
Great Western Mining Corporation PLC, a strategic and precious metals exploration and development company, has announced an update on its 100% owned and highly prospective Pine Crow-Defender tungsten prospect in Mineral County, Nevada.
Metso delivers high-performance crushers to Grupo Mexico’s La Caridad copper concentrator plant
Metso will deliver to Grupo Mexico several high-capacity Nordberg® MP800 cone crushers.
Why Greenland anorthosite matters today
Jim Cambon, CEO of AnorTech, explains how anorthosite from Greenland can help stabilise supply across material-intensive sectors while reducing environmental impact.
Sandvik wins large order for battery-electric mining equipment in Canada
Sandvik has received a large order for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) from the Canada-based mining company Eldorado Gold, to be used at its Lamaque mine in Val-d’Or, Québec.
Mining at a turning point: Why 2026 will define the industry’s global standing
The mining industry is transforming as autonomy, clean-tech, and a digital workforce reshape operations. Without modernised permitting and domestic processing, the US risks ceding critical mineral leadership to global competitors.