MSHA reported that on Aug. 24, a miner at MN Portable Wash 086 (A5567 Wash Plant), Mille Lacs County, Minn., died while preparing a wash plant for relocation. In the process of lowering the feed box into the travel position, the miner was pinned between the feed box and the handrail. Full story.
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BHP Women in Resources awards announced
Several women from across the Australian industry were honored on 5 September as finalists and winners of the 2023 BHP Women in Resources National Awards (WIRNA). Full story.
Read MoreTwin Metals’ Minnesota mine resurrection efforts die in court
Reuters has reported that a U.S. judge has declined a proposal from Antofagasta subsidiary Twin Metals for the revival of a Minnesota copper-nickel mine that had previously been blocked by the presidential administration over waterway pollution concerns. Full story.
Read MorePublic lands mining recommendations ‘unworkable, unreasonable’: NMA
Below is a response from the National Mining Association (NMA) and its president and CEO, Rich Nolan, to the Interagency Working Group’s “Recommendations to Improve Mining on Public Lands.” It’s clear that when it comes to the global minerals game, the U.S. is critically outmatched – by our geopolitical rivals and allies alike, and the administration acknowledges this. Unfortunately, if…
Read MoreAlmas initiates commercial production
Mid-tier gold and copper miner Aura Minerals said commercial production has been achieved at its Almas open-pit gold mine in Brazil, effective August 31. The Almas mill is processing 4,000 tonnes per day, with recoveries consistently above 90% and ranging up to 92%. Approximately 4,661 ounces of gold were produced in August, with gross revenues of US$9 million. “We are…
Read MoreMonadelphous further develops Talison Lithium’s Greenbushes
Engineering company Monadelphous said it secured a major contract for the construction of the chemical grade lithium plant 3 (CGP3) at Talison Lithium’s Greenbushes site in Western Australia. Full story.
Read MoreFirst Quantum, Utramipa reach deal, avoid strike
First Quantum Minerals’ Minera Panama and the workers union Utramipa reached an agreement to avoid a planned strike at its Cobre Panama copper mine, reported Reuters. The news agency said Utramipa had threatened to stop work alleging an impasse in negotiation with the directors of Minera Panama over profit sharing and wage increases. Minera Panama confirmed in a September 9…
Read MoreICMM provides direction on Scope 3 emissions disclosure
ICMM has published “Scope 3 Emissions Accounting and Reporting Guidance,” which provides a standardized framework for mining and metals companies to calculate and disclose their value chain emissions. The Guidance was developed with support from experts on Scope 3 from ICMM’s membership, and in consultation with investors and standard owners. It aims to improve transparency and accelerate collaborative action with…
Read MoreCDE strengthens Australian presence with new headquarters
CDE has opened a new Australian headquarters in Stapylton, Queensland, as it commits additional resources to the local market. Full story.
Read MoreTata Steel, ABB team up on sustainable steel production
Photo: ABB India-based steelmaker Tata Steel has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ABB to co-create innovative models and technologies to help reduce the carbon footprint of steel production. The two companies will focus on system-level assessments of Tata Steel’s manufacturing plants and production facilities for evaluation and co-development of short and long-term options for energy efficiency, decarbonization and…
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