BHP has signed a Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with China Copper and Daye Nonferrous – two of China’s leading copper producers – to develop a more sustainable and responsible copper value chain with the aim of supporting the world’s energy transition. Full story.
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Rokbak’s RA30 and RA40 haulers were on display for the first time ever at a North American tradeshow at ConExpo-Con/Agg in Las Vegas. Since rebranding as Rokbak, the company is seeing huge demand for its articulated haulers in North America, with up to 60% of the machines that leave its Motherwell factory currently heading across the Atlantic. Rokbak used ConExpo-Con/Agg…
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Philippi-Hagenbuch HiVol Water Tanks feature a stable, square design that improves stability and maximizes hauling capacity. Each tank is custom engineered to haul the greatest possible volume for the specific make and model of off-highway articulated or rigid frame haul truck. The tanks feature easy-to-use, operator-friendly controls and the ability to spray the entire width of a haul road with…
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Women in Mining National (WIM USA) on March 24 inked a historic agreement with the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration that both believe will change the face of mining by boosting mining safety and diversity. The pact, confirmed March 31, will provide WIM USA members, as well as the Education Foundation of WIM USA (WIMEF), with access to information,…
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In a move it says will define the future of underground transportation, Normet is introducing its Normet ElectroDynamic (ED) powertrain architecture and the XL ED platform. By combining the best features of its battery-electric Normet SmartDrive platform and state-of-the-art low-emission engine technology, the company said the Normet ElectroDynamic architecture allows for increased payload capacity with astonishingly compact outer dimensions while…
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Epiroc has added new productivity and reliability levels to its highest-capacity unit, the 65-tonne Minetruck MT65 S. The MT65 S mine truck, designed for large underground operations, with the new upgrades can now offer boosted productivity by up to 18% compared to the previous model. “The close collaboration with our customers has been key during this project development and outcome,”…
Read MoreRio Tinto has inked a joint venture agreement to progress development of one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits, the La Granja copper project in Peru. Under the proposed transaction, First Quantum will acquire a 55% stake in the project for $105 million. It will also further invest up to $546 million into the JV for capital and operational…
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Teck has taken another broad step forward toward commissioning and full production at its Quebrada Blanca Phase 2 project (QB2) in northern Chile – production of the mine’s first bulk copper concentrate. CEO Jonathan Price said, at full production, QB2 will double Teck’s copper production on a consolidated basis, as it is one of the world’s largest undeveloped resources of…
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After a strategic review, Metso Outotec has decided to initiate the divestment of two of its three Metals businesses: Metals & Chemical Processing and Ferrous & Heat Transfer. The Smelting business will remain part of the company’s portfolio. Last year, its sales totaled EUR 155 million. “Several options were considered when evaluating the strategic fit of the Metals businesses in…
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Australian operator Jervois Global is citing ongoing low cobalt prices and inflationary impacts on construction costs in the U.S. for its decision to suspend final construction efforts at its Idaho Cobalt Operations mine in Idaho’s Salmon Challis National Forest. Full story.
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