Sandvik has received a large order for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), including trucks and loaders, from Canadian miner Eldorado Gold for its Lamaque gold mine in Val-d’Or, Québec.
Read MoreAuthor: Miners News
Jiangxi Copper takes over SolGold in billion-dollar deal
Gold and copper miner SolGold has agreed to be acquired by its largest shareholder, Jiangxi Copper, in a deal that values the Ecuador-focused miner at 867 million pounds ($1.17 billion). This was Jiangxi’s third proposal to acquire SolGold.
Read MoreArizona Sonoran signals end to Cactus project JV
Arizona Sonoran Copper Co. and Nuton, a Rio Tinto venture, have mutually agreed to commence discussions in January regarding an amicable early termination of the option to joint venture on the Cactus copper project in Arizona.
Read MoreVermeerOne mobile app now available
Vermeer has launched the VermeerOne mobile app for iOS and Android devices, extending comprehensive equipment management to smartphones and tablets. Users can access operator manuals and warranty information, track fleets and performance metrics, and connect with dealers anywhere.
Read MoreMonadelphous secures contract for Brockman mine hub
Engineering company Monadelphous Group has won a major construction contract with Rio Tinto associated with the Brockman Syncline 1 mine project, located within the Brockman mine hub in the West Pilbara.
Read MoreBEUMER opens new production hub in India
BEUMER Group has officially inaugurated a new manufacturing facility at Reliance’s Model Economic Township (MET City) in Jhajjar, Haryana, India, on 12 December. The high-tech plant is set to significantly enhance the company’s global production capabilities and long-term presence in the region. “This expansion reflects BEUMER Group’s strategic focus and commitment to long-term success in India. The new production site…
Read MoreNioCorp to begin Mine Portal project at Elk Creek
Critical minerals developer NioCorp Developments Ltd. said its board of directors has approved the company’s Mine Portal project, a major initiative to advance the Elk Creek critical minerals project in Nebraska. Full story.
Read MoreKorea Zinc puts down roots in Tennessee
Korea Zinc, the leading comprehensive nonferrous metal manufacturer, will invest more than $6.6 billion in new production facilities in Clarksville and Gordonsville, Tenn. This represents the company’s first U.S. locations and the largest single private corporate investment made in state history. Full story.
Read MoreMulberry, Ramaco to bolster domestic RE supply
Permanent magnet manufacturer Mulberry Industries and miner Ramaco Resources have entered into a non-binding memorandum of understanding to negotiate an offtake partnership that will bolster America’s domestic rare earth and permanent magnet supply chain. Full story.
Read MoreTaruga to acquire two PNG projects
Taruga Minerals has entered into a 12-month option with Exploration & Management Consultants Pty Ltd and Metal Mining PNG Pty Ltd to acquire two projects in Papua New Guinea: the East Normanby gold project on Normanby Island, and the Kol Mountain copper-gold project on New Britain Island. East Normanby covers a tenement package spanning 491 square kilometres across eastern Normanby…
Read More