Canada's mining sector at a tipping point
The Mining Association of Canada has released its annual facts and figures report, a document focused on providing a comprehensive overview of current trends in Canada's mining sector.
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Wirtgen Group to feature at Conexpo-Con/Agg 2020
The Wirtgen Group is set to feature at Conexpo-Con/Agg 2020, a construction trade show in Las Vegas, USA.
Demand for compact excavators to rise by 2026
Fact MR has reported that the demand for compact excavators is expected to gain traction over the next 6 years.
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Mining industry could lose dominance as demand for automated trucks rises
According to a new market intelligence report, the global automated truck market is projected to reach a valuation of approximately US$ 2 billion by 2027.
Cummins unveils new environmental sustainability strategy
Cummins Inc. has announced its next environmental sustainability strategy, which includes science-based goals that meet or exceed the goals in the United Nations Paris agreement on climate change.
Critical week to drive Queensland’s critical minerals potential globally and locally
The Queensland Resources Council has participated meetings to help drive the region's critical minerals potential to attract more overseas investment, drive more international trade and create more jobs and economic prosperity.
BHP weighing LNG power for iron ore ships, reports Reuters
Reuters has reported that BHP aims to decide early next year who has won a tender for LNG-fuelled transport to ship up to 27 million t to cut emissions by around a quarter, a Senior Executive said.
Kal Tire opens Mexico mining tire retreading and repair facility
Mine sites across Mexico will now have access to retreading and repair services as Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group opens an off-the-road (OTR) retreading plant in Cananea, Mexico.
The Mining Association of Canada comments on outcome of federal election
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has congratulated Prime Minister-designate Justin Trudeau on his election victory.
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WoodMac expects implications for Indonesian nickel supply following ore export ban
Wood Mackenzie has provided a commentary on its initial views on the impact on nickel supply in 2020 and beyond.
Investment in Australian mining continues to grow
Growing investment by mining is helping to secure Australia’s long-term prosperity.
ERG comments on cobalt market prospects
At the current price, between 20 - 30% of global cobalt mine supply is at risk of disappearing in 2020.
Battery raw materials to face supply crunch by mid-2020s?
Wood Mackenzie has reported that as demand for batteries grow at an unprecedented rate, battery metals could face a supply crunch by the mid-2020.
Australian mining sets new trade record
In May, Australia’s resources sector generated a record high AUS$24.9 billion in export earnings for the nation.
New haul road development programme launched by Proof Engineers
The new programme encompasses all aspects of building haul roads, from site analysis and resource evaluation through to material selection, training and maintenance monitoring.