Canada Nickel Company has appointed Stantec to provide environmental consulting services for its Crawford Nickel project north of Timmons, Ontario, Canada, which is set to be one of the world’s largest nickel operations. Full story.
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Surge Battery Metals has concluded an entry and exploration agreement with the Salmon River Cattlemen’s Association (SRCA) that extends permission for Surge to commence drilling and other surface use on the parcels of SRCA private ground as the miner advances the Nevada North Lithium project. Full story.
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Metso has expanded its solvent extraction offering with a wider capacity range and improved features, and is now also introducing the VSF X solvent extraction plant with extended scope. The modular VSF X plant, part of Metso’s Planet Positive offering, allows copper, cobalt, nickel and manganese producers, among others, to purify desired metals from the leach solution in a safe,…
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Screening, pelletizing and mineral processing plants and systems supplier is introducing its Rhino Hyde liners to enhance the wear life of a full range of equipment. The company’s custom-blend liners are strategically formulated and installed on key wear, material handling and impact areas of chutes, hoppers, vibrating screens and more. Rhino Hyde, constructed from thermoset polyurethane, boasts superior abrasion resistance,…
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Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions distributor Avesco has expanded its European sales territory to offer Sandvik equipment and solutions in Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia. Avesco will now manage several Sandvik product groups in six new countries under the expansion, including surface and underground drill rigs, loaders and trucks, rock tools and mechanical cutting equipment. The distributor…
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Under a new management services agreement, Rio Tinto will oversee the Ranger uranium mine rehabilitation project in Australia’s Northern Territory on behalf of Energy Resources of Australia (ERA). “With the signing of this agreement, we are pleased to be able to directly provide more closure and project delivery experience and know-how to this critical task,” said Rio Tinto Chief Executive,…
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ABB and EcoHoist have executed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the development of a vertical material transport solution for underground mines. The partnership will see experts from both companies contributing to solutions for the future of underground ore haulage systems and provides opportunities for further commercial arrangements. It aims to expedite EcoHoist’s delivery of a subscale demonstration of…
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Starting in 2026, Luxembourg-based Eurasian Resources Group will deliver 3,000 tonnes annually of IRA-compliant cobalt from its Metalkol operation in the Democratic Republic of Congo to Electra Battery Materials’ refinery north of Toronto, Canada. The three-year supply agreement, effective April 1, supports Canadian efforts to onshore the battery supply chain and reduce reliance on foreign refiners. “Partnering with a recognized…
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The U.S. Department of Energy said its Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FEMC) will invest $75 million to set up a Critical Minerals Supply Chain Research Facility. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the facility will address the increasing demand for critical minerals and materials, while also strengthening domestic supply chains and reducing dependency on erratic foreign sources.…
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Eriez has announced the appointment of Matthew Behre to serve as its Flotation Sales Director for Eriez-Australia. In this pivotal role, Behre will spearhead Eriez’ capital sales, commissioning, laboratory operations, and pilot test work for the Australia region. Behre brings nearly two decades of invaluable expertise in flowsheet design, metallurgical laboratory management, and process engineering to his new position. Before…
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