The Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration have rolled out the call for papers for its MINEXCHANGE 2026 conference and expo in Salt Lake City, Utah. SME showcases the work of a diverse array of experts every year from academia and beyond during its annual events, and those interested in being on next year’s itinerary should submit a 100-word abstract…
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Ivanhoe Electric, Railveyor together take on new Santa Cruz project
Railveyor Technologies Global has been selected as the preferred haulage solution provider for Ivanhoe Electric’s new Santa Cruz copper project in Arizona. Full story.
Read MoreRamaco to hold ceremony for new RE mine
Ramaco Resources and Ramaco Rare Earth will host a ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremony on July 11 to commemorate the opening of the Brook Mine Carbon Ore Rare Earth project – the first new rare earth mine in the United States in more than 70 years and the first new coal mine in Wyoming in over 50 years. Full story.
Read MoreHudbay, Vale, Alamos team for wildfire relief
Top Canadian miners Hudbay Minerals, Vale Base Metals and Alamos Gold have joined together to support wildfire relief efforts in the Manitoba area with a combined C$1.25 million donation to the Canadian Red Cross. Full story.
Read MoreU.S.-China reach trade deal
The United States and China have agreed on the framework for a trade deal, although details on the agreement have not been provided, reported The Associated Press. The news agency said it was unclear if this new deal differs from the one President Trump announced two weeks ago that he said would make it easier for American companies to obtain…
Read MoreWestgold selects Barminco for underground contract
Westgold Resources has awarded a three-year underground mining contract for its Great Fingall gold mine near Cue, Western Australia, to Barminco. The miner said it expects a smooth transition to contract operations in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. “Westgold continues to focus on increasing mine productivity and further leveraging its extensive capital base. Our in-house mining team and…
Read MoreVDG to celebrate 40th anniversary at state-of-the-art Michigan facility
Van der Graaf (VDG), the world’s leading manufacturer of drum motors for all types of belt conveyor applications, including aggregates, mining, material handling and food processing, is proud to celebrate 40 years of innovation, growth, and commitment to North American manufacturing. The milestone will be marked with a special anniversary event at its cutting-edge production facility in Shelby Township, Mich.…
Read MoreProposed Rocky Creek coal mine to create 400 jobs
CTI Plus Resources’ proposed metallurgical coal mine, located about halfway between Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge in British Columbia, would create up to 400 direct jobs in nearby communities including Mackenzie, reported the Prince George Citizen. Full story.
Read MoreGuardian™ Proximity System: Intelligent Collision Avoidance for Underground Safety
In the challenging spaces of underground operations, ensuring the safety of workers near mobile equipment is a constant concern. The Guardian™ Proximity System, developed by Innovative Wireless Technologies (IWT), introduces a new era of intelligent collision avoidance designed specifically for the underground mining environment. Smarter Safety for Demanding ConditionsThe Guardian™ Proximity System is a game-changing solution purpose-built to protect personnel…
Read MoreAMEC welcomes NSW budget initiative
The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) is pleased to see a A$17.7 million allocation in the New South Wales State Budget 2025 toward the new Investment Delivery Authority (IDA). The association said the IDA is expected to assist approximately 30 large projects, bringing forward up to $50 billion of investment each year. The new authority will accept expressions…
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