Metso opens new laboratory in Finland

The Concorde Cell laboratory unit at Metso Research Center in Pori

Metso has opened a new Separation laboratory and pilot area at its Research Center in Pori, Finland, bringing expanded research and development services for its customers.  “Our new Separation laboratory in Pori encompasses our latest flotation technologies for the beneficiation of fine and ultrafine but also coarse particles. It has been expanded with a Concorde Cell laboratory unit, which can…

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Eriez appoints Vietnam country manager

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Eriez, which is reinforcing its commitment to expanding across southeast Asia while delivering more responsive support for local industries, has named Chien Dang Tran as country manager in Vietnam. In this newly established position, Tran will shape Eriez’ strategy in Vietnam by cultivating lasting partnerships, uncovering emerging opportunities, and collaborating with regional representatives to provide separation technologies tailored to market…

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EnerMech secures three-year South32 contract

EnerMech has been awarded a multi-million-dollar asset integrity management services contract with South32 at its Worsley Alumina Refinery in Western Australia. The scope of work covers inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT), rope access and insulation services at the refinery near Collie.  The three-year agreement, with extension options, sits under EnerMech’s Infrastructure and Industrial Solutions business line, which specializes in all aspects…

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Blair Athol mine life extended to 2033

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Australia-based TerraCom has confirmed that the life of its flagship Blair Athol coal mine in Queensland has been extended to 2033, following an updated JORC Code Resource and Reserve assessment. “Blair Athol continues to demonstrate its strength as a long life, low cost and reliable operation, and remains a cornerstone asset for TerraCom. The 2025 JORC Code update reaffirms the…

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Ok Tedi commissions new workshop

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Ok Tedi Mining has officially commissioned its new Mine Operations Workshop, named “Workshop 50” in honor of Papua New Guinea’s 50th independence anniversary. The facility is purpose-built to support the maintenance of the miner’s recently introduced fleet of XDE 260 XCMG electric trucks. Workshop 50 represents a major step forward in strengthening Ok Tedi’s mining operations, offering increased capacity and…

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Caterpillar to acquire mining software provider RPMGlobal

Following a constructive six-week due diligence period, Caterpillar and RPMGlobal have now signed a binding Scheme Implementation Deed. The agreement formalizes the terms under which Caterpillar will acquire RPM via a scheme of arrangement. “RPMGlobal’s culture and agile approach to developing solutions aligns well with Caterpillar’s intense focus on solving customer needs,” said Denise Johnson, group president, Caterpillar Resource Industries. …

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ABB, LKAB enter technology partnership

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Global technology provider ABB and Swedish mining and minerals group LKAB have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to form a strategic technology partnership to accelerate automation, electrification and digitalization in mining.  The partnership will focus on some of the biggest shifts in the mining industry’s journey to the all-electric, automated and digitalized mine, enhancing safety, sustainability and productivity. ABB…

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WARMAN AH horizontal slurry pump celebrates 60 years

Mining technology experts Weir marked the 60th anniversary of the WARMAN AH horizontal slurry pump. Since its debut in 1965, the pump has “set the global standard for operational performance, equipment reliability and innovation in slurry handling,” according to the company. Trusted across mine sites worldwide, the WARMAN AH horizontal slurry pump has powered critical operations for six decades and remains a…

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