GRX25: Embracing a new era
A quantum physicist, a Young Australian of the Year, and an industry legend will be among speakers at the Global Resources Innovation Expo (GRX25), to be held in Brisbane from 20 – 22 May 2025.
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PDAC 2025 brings the world to Toronto
The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) welcomes the world to Toronto for its 93rd annual Convention.
The effect of sanctions on the global mining industry
Karolos Seeger (Partner), Konstantin Bureiko (Counsel), and Anastasia Magid (Associate), Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, discuss the impact of sanctions on the global mining industry.
IEA: Global coal demand set to plateau through 2027
A new IEA report has found that strong deployment of renewables is set to curb growth in coal use even as electricity demand surges, with China – the world’s biggest coal consumer – remaining pivotal.
Oman resumes copper exports after a 30-year hiatus
Minerals Development Oman (MDO) has announced the export of the first shipment of copper concentrates from the Lasail Mine in the Wilayat of Sohar.
China’s mineral export restrictions: A catalyst for global supply chain realignment
Joshua Robinson, Co-founder of Darwin Financing Co., shares insights into China’s recent decision to restrict exports of critical minerals to the US – a significant escalation in the rivalry between the two superpowers.
Intramotev deploys independently driven railcar at Carmeuse mine
Intramotev has released new footage of its TugVolt technology operating at Carmeuse America’s calcium mine in Cedarville, Michigan – the world’s first independently driven battery-electric railcar in revenue service.
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New Caledonia mine incorporates Rokbak trucks
Three Rokbak trucks have been introduced at a New Caledonia nickel mine, where they have transported water and assisted in earth moving.
Caterpillar launches autonomous off-highway truck at Luck Stone Quarry
Caterpillar has announced it has successfully demonstrated the fully autonomous operation of its Cat 777 off-highway truck.
Metso receives order for railcar dumper upgrade at Asia Pacific mine
Metso has been awarded an order to deliver a replacement railcar dumper to a mining customer in Asia Pacific.
Fortescue and Scania collaborate to develop autonomous mining road train
Fortescue and Scania have agreed to jointly develop and validate a fully integrated autonomous road train solution.
Continental expands manufacturing plant in Brazil
Continental has announced the expansion of its manufacturing plant in Ponta Grossa, Brazil to accommodate the production of heavy-duty steel cord conveyor belts.
Hitachi increases payload of dump truck
Hitachi Construction Machinery has developed its EH4000AC-5 rigid dump truck to increase its durability, reaching the industry’s highest payload of 242 t.
Agnico Eagle achieves significant carbon emissions reduction with Railveyor system
Agnico Eagle Mines has revealed its findings on the efficiency and environmental impact of the Railveyor system implemented at its Goldex Mining Complex in Quebec, Canada.
Technology innovations in the mining industry in 2024
From labour shortages and supply chain disruptions to the increasing pressure to reduce environmental impact, mining companies are seeking innovative solutions.