Curtin University said it has been selected as the operator of Western Australia’s new GreenTech Hub, an initiative designed to accelerate green technologies and services across the state. The GreenTech Hub is a key component of the Cook government’s $40 million partnership with the Chevron-operated Gorgon Joint Venture, aimed at funding green technology and lowering carbon emissions. Innovation and the…
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SSAB, K-Tec ink fossil-free steel pact
K.A. Group’s K-Tec has entered into a deal with SSAB that will make it the first original equipment manufacturer of heavy-duty earthmoving equipment using the latter’s fossil-free steel. Canadian-based K-Tec, which produces scrapers, said the move will advance its efforts toward eliminating carbon emissions. “As a fossil-free partner to SSAB, K-Tec will have access to pilot deliveries of SSAB Fossil-free…
Read MoreReverse circulation drilling begins at Lapon Canyon
Nevada Canyon Gold said the 2024 drill program has begun at the Lapon Canyon project in Mineral County, Nev. It will consist of exploration drilling near the historical Lapon Canyon Mine, the “Central Zone,” and the newly discovered “Hot Spot Zone.” Full story.
Read MoreBens Creek enters liquidation
Met coal mine owner Bens Creek Group has reportedly decided to liquidate its business, according to reports. Full story.
Read MoreNevada Copper files for Chapter 11
Pumpkin Hollow mine owner Nevada Copper has confirmed its filing of a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Full story.
Read MoreMetso launches optimized pCAM plant
Metso has released the pCAM plant – an intelligent Planet Positive-certified solution for the manufacturing of precursor cathode active material for lithium-ion batteries. “The growing use of high-performance lithium-ion batteries with enhanced energy density, fast charging capabilities and improved safety features is driving the demand for high-quality and sustainable precursor materials,” said Mikko Rantaharju, vice president, Hydrometallurgy at Metso. “As…
Read MoreRio Tinto invests in BioIron R&D facility
Rio Tinto said it will invest A$215 million to develop a research and development facility in Western Australia to further assess the effectiveness of its low-carbon ironmaking process, BioIron. The facility, located south of Perth in the Rockingham Strategic Industrial Area, will include a pilot plant that will be 10 times larger than its predecessor in Germany. It will also…
Read MoreBQE Water to continue to service Raglan
BQE Water and Glencore Canada have renewed an operations services agreement for water treatment at the Raglan nickel mine in Nunavik, Quebec. BQE provides services in the Nunavik region in a joint venture with Nuvumiut Developments, an Inuit community-based organization. Full story.
Read MorePPI acquires Continental Global Material Handling
Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) has agreed to acquire Continental Global Material Handling, a portfolio company of Stellex Capital Management. United States-based Continental has been “a leader in bulk material handling for decades,” PPI said.
Read MoreNorth America home to top mining jurisdictions: Fraser Institute
Utah is the most attractive jurisdiction in the world for mining investment followed by Nevada and Saskatchewan, according to Fraser Institute’s 2023 annual mining survey. The ranking is based on the jurisdictions’ overall investment, mining policy, and geological attractiveness.
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