Vale confirmed last week the construction of the world’s largest activated clay factory, to use mining waste to produce cement, in the state of Pará, Brazil. The largest sustainable cement plant will be managed by Circlua, a company created by Vale to implement green cement solutions, and will produce 3000 tons per day of activated clay from clay from the…
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Chile orders definitive closure of Lundin’s Alcaparrosa mine
The Chilean authority the Superintendence of the Environment (SMA) completed its investigation against the Alcaparrosa mine of Minera Ojos del Salado, a subsidiary of Lundin Mining, for its operational continuity project that in 2022 caused the generation of a sinkhole 49 meters in diameter and more than 60 m deep, located 900 m from the urban area of Tierra Amarilla,…
Read MoreEramet exploring new Indonesian mining sites
French miner Eramet is reportedly exploring new mining areas in the South Sulawesi and Papua regions of Indonesia, according to a recent Reuters story. The news agency said the Minister of Investment and Downstreaming of Indonesia Rosan Roeslani posted on Instagram that he met with Eramet Group CEO Christel Bories. “Eramet outlined its investment plans, including exploration of new areas…
Read MoreOrica removes significant emissions from Kooragang Island
Orica has achieved another milestone in its decarbonisation journey, eliminating one million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2-e) from its Kooragang Island facility in New South Wales. The reduction is the result of Australia’s first deployment of tertiary abatement technology on three nitric acid plants. To facilitate the project, the NSW Government’s Net Zero Industry and Innovation Program co-invested $13.06…
Read MoreBHP awards contract for proposed copper smelter
BHP has awarded an engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) contract to a joint venture between Fluor Australia Pty Ltd and Hatch Pty Ltd, to support the proposed expansion of its copper smelter and refinery facilities in South Australia. The contract will be executed in stages as BHP progresses toward a final investment decision on the smelter and refinery expansion…
Read MoreDynamox, Metso renew pact
Metso and Dynamox have renewed their collaboration agreement, with updated terms and conditions, for another two years, extending its existing deal for the use of the latter’s condition monitoring solution with the former’s minerals processing technologies. Metso, which first inked the deal in June 2022, is investing heavily in digitalization to offer new data-driven services and actionable insights to its…
Read MoreCaterpillar to celebrate 100 years at bauma
Caterpillar Inc. will showcase a wide range of equipment, technologies, power options, and services at bauma Munich from April 7-13, in Hall B6. The theme, “The Next 100 Years,” highlights Caterpillar’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. Covering over 9,000 m2, Caterpillar’s exhibit will feature 48 machines, including 17 new introductions or upgrades. These include enhancements to the battery electric line-up,…
Read MorePeñasquito Mine aims to extend its life span
The Newmont Peñasquito open-pit mine, installed in the Municipality of Mazapil, state of Zacatecas, Mexico, intends to maintain its production beyond the seven-year life period it has calculated, according to company executives. Full story.
Read MoreReElement expands lithium refinery focus
ReElement Technologies, an American Resources subsidiary, has expanded its focus at its Kentucky lithium refinery to include production of ultra-pure rare earth elements and byproducts from coal and other mining waste. Full story.
Read MoreSilverCrest obtains key regulatory approval in Coeur deal
SilverCrest Metals said it received approval from Mexico’s antitrust regulator, Comisión Federal de Competencia Económica (COFECE), for its acquisition by U.S.-based Coeur Mining. Read the full story here.
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