Technology & digitalisation

ABB has launched a new suite of service offerings designed to simplify maintenance and improve the operational health of crucial mining assets.

Caterpillar is designing a large mining truck platform with powertrain flexibility, to support customers through the energy transition.

Viridien has been selected by Minerals Development Oman to support a comprehensive remote sensing programme.

Seequent has unveiled an update to its 3D earth modelling and analysis tool Leapfrog, to help solve complex geoscience challenges in mining projects.

Fabiana Cavalcante, ABB, discusses how, despite commitments to achieve net zero GHG emissions by 2050 or sooner, the mining industry remains in the early stages of its decarbonisation journey.

Metso has opened a Digital Design and Development Studio in Krakow, Poland, to help need the digital needs of mineral processing customers.

Hexagon has announced the release of its AI-powered 3D blast solution, Hexagon Blast Movement Intelligence.

Modern Chemicals Company has announced a strategic collaboration agreement with Orica Digital Solutions to enhance the productivity and safety of Saudi Arabia’s mining sector.

BEUMER Group will showcase its solutions for digitalisation in mining at MINExpo 2024 in Las Vegas.

IsoEnergy has identified new high-priority targets using Fleet Space’s mineral exploration solution ExoSphere near the Hurricane Deposit in Athabasca Basin, Canada.

From labour shortages and supply chain disruptions to the increasing pressure to reduce environmental impact, mining companies are seeking innovative solutions.

South32 has entered a partnership with Caterpillar equipment distributor RELIANZ to use remotely operated bulldozers at its Cerro Matoso operations in Colombia.

ABB has developed a new digital tool designed to make troubleshooting and diagnostics in mineral processing faster and more efficient.

Rio Tinto Gove has implemented Rhosonics’ slurry density meter technology at its alumina extraction facility in Australia.

Liebherr-Australia and BHP recently celebrated the commissioning of the first electric excavator to join the BHP fleet: an R 9400 E.