Barminco, the underground mining subsidiary of Perenti, has signed a new contract to continue underground mining operations at Gold Fields’ Agnew gold mine near Leinster, Western Australia. The new contract, valued at A$500 million, is for three years with an optional one-year extension. Services include underground development, production and related mining services. “We are very pleased to be extending our…
Read MorePeak Rare Earths said that Chinese rare earths producer Shenghe Resources will acquire the Australian firm for A$150.5 million, in addition to the full amount raised under Peak’s proposed A$7.5 million entitlement offer. Under the deal, the state-owned miner’s unit Ganzhou Chenguang Rare Earths New Material will buy Peak for a minimum of A$0.359 per share in cash, if the…
Read MoreMore than 100 employees at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) will be permanently reinstated – a crucial development after months of uncertainty that threatened the agency’s workforce and core safety programs. Full story.
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The U.S. Geological Survey has invited states to compete for $5 million in cooperative agreements to find critical minerals in mine waste at active and legacy sites. The funding opportunity supports the agency’s efforts to build a national mine-waste inventory. Full story.
Read MoreCaterpillar Inc. released its 2024 Annual and Sustainability Reports, showcasing the company’s notable strides advancing the business across all segments. The 2024 reports underscore Caterpillar’s commitment to building a better, more sustainable world, and highlight the collective efforts of global Caterpillar employees in meeting customer needs and achieving the company’s goals. “The reports detail Caterpillar’s investment of more than $30…
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A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from transferring land to Rio Tinto and BHP for their Resolution copper mine in Arizona, citing the Supreme Court’s ongoing deliberations in the complex case, reported Reuters. Full story.
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Normet has launched two new Normet SmartDrive platforms – the XS-series and the L-series – further expanding its portfolio of battery-electric underground equipment. With these additions, Normet now offers a full spectrum of electric machines that deliver cutting-edge solutions for today’s evolving mining operations. Full story.
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The new Cat Single Life Cutting Edges for Cat medium wheel loaders feature a single bevel design that eliminates the need to monitor wear for flipping edges. Made from through-hardened DH-2 steel, the new ground engaging tools (GET) from Caterpillar are thicker and provide similar or better life to the standard cutting edge option. Full story.
Read MoreThanks to RCT – Powered by Epiroc, Catalyst Metals has made the transformative move from analogue to digital operations at its Plutonic gold mine in North Meekatharra, Western Australia. The transition is not limited to new equipment but also includes comprehensive upgrades to existing machines, including Sandvik and Cat loaders with the implementation of RCT’s AutoNav package. The technology allows…
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Thiess has partnered with Norton Gold Fields and EACON Mining Technology to launch a tripartite partnership to deploy autonomous haulage systems through retrofit technology. The project will take place at Norton Gold Fields’ open-pit gold mines in Western Australia. “By adopting EACON’s autonomous truck technology, we aim to address the shortage of skilled drivers, reduce our operating costs, and enhance…
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