US mining news
Reframing Mining Automation: It's About People, Not Just Machines
Angie Vlasaty-Peterson, Director of Marketing and Communications at Komatsu Global Mining, USA, outlines how a people-first approach to automation will continue to transform mining for the better.
Codelco will test CAT's innovative system for transferring electrical power to moving trucks
Codelco announces plans to test the Cat® Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) system with its fleet of diesel-electric haul trucks at the Radomiro Tomic Division.
US Department of Energy launches Mine of the Future initiatives to bolster the US mining industry
The programmes will advance innovative mining processes and technologies to help revitalise the domestic mining landscape and enhance US mineral security.
Servicing the conveyor cleaning blade
Chris Schmelzer, Director of Conveyor Products at Martin Engineering, discusses the importance of conveyor belt cleaning and maintenance for optimal performance and longer component life.
Isometric partners with Anglo American and ZeroEx to issue high-quality CDR credits
Isometric has partnered with Anglo American, a leading global mining company, to issue trusted, high-quality Enhanced Weathering (EW) credits.
Caterpillar's autonomy contributes to greater safety and operational efficiency in Quellaveco
Ferreyros announce that Anglo American, a leading global mining company, has achieved exceptional operational results at its Quellaveco mine in Moquegua, using the Cat MineStarâ„¢ Command autonomous hauling solution.
2025-2026 SME scholarships now available for students
The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), its divisions and affiliates are once again offering scholarships to SME student members seeking a career in the mining and minerals industries.
Iris completes significant acquisition to consolidate the Black Hills, USA, Critical Minerals District
IRIS Metals Limited announces the acquisition of an extensive portfolio of private lands and federal mineral claims totalling 8065 hectares from Rapid Critical Metals, as it continues to unlock the critical mineral potential of the Black Hills of South Dakota, USA.
Anglo American, Codelco sign deal to unlock US$5bn from copper mines in Chile
Anglo American, through its 50.1% owned subsidiary, has signed a definitive agreement with Codelco to execute a joint mine plan for their neighbouring copper operations, Los Bronces and Andina, in Chile.
Cummins and Komatsu to collaborate on joint mining hybrid development and deployment plan
Cummins Inc and Komatsu Ltd have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of hybrid powertrains for surface haulage heavy mining equipment.