Hudbay Minerals has enabled a controlled, safe and orderly temporary suspension of operations at Snow Lake following a mandatory wildfire evacuation order for the area in northern Manitoba. Full story.
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Canadian miner Blue Lagoon Resources held an official opening of its Dome Mountain gold project on July 9 with guests from across the country and abroad. The project recently secured its mining permit, one of only nine granted in British Columbia in the past decade. Full story.
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When Jeff Moredock first entered the air quality industry, he came with zero experience in mining, engineering or heavy equipment. He was a real estate executive, who was recruited into the family business, Sy-Klone, in 2007. Now, Moredock is not only the Executive Vice President at Sy-Klone and a driving force behind its innovative solutions for cab air quality, but…
Read MoreThe Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) notes that blasting is an essential part of many mining operations, but also carries significant risks. Every stage of the blasting process – from storage and transportation to detonation – requires strict adherence to safety practices to prevent accidents and injuries. Full story.
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Veolia has appointed Nicole Springer as CEO of Mobile Water and Integrated Services for its water technologies activities. In this role, she will lead the global business line dedicated to services and mobile units. Full story.
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MMG said its Rosebery polymetallic base metal mine is the first operation in Tasmania to introduce a battery-electric production drill to its underground mining fleet. The Epiroc Simba E70SG is a 34-tonne, 14-metre-long underground drill rig designed for blasting holes to open up production areas in mining operations. It is equipped with 150 kW of traction power and a 150…
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Epiroc has launched the new Minetruck MT22 designed for mining operations with small drift sizes, delivering increased effectiveness, reduced exhaust emissions, lower fuel consumption, and extended service intervals. Full story.
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Thiess has secured a further 14-month extension to continue works at Bayan Resources’ Wahana project in Satui, South Kalimantan, Indonesia, by long-term client PT Wahana Baratama Mining. “We’re proud to continue supporting Wahana,” said Thiess Group Executive Asia Cluny Randell. “This extension highlights the benefit of having a scalable and responsive operation, underpinned by our deep understanding of the site…
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After a successful series of inspections across the other parts of the state, Resources Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulator said it is visiting sites across the western part of the state as part of an ongoing initiative focusing on operational risk. The state regulator will visit sites in the Northern Grampians, Ararat and Pyrenees shires between 16 and 17 July. “We’ll…
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ICMM has released a report that benchmarks the 2024 safety performance of its 24 member companies. Tragically, 42 employees of those members lost their lives at work in 2024 compared to 36 in 2023 and 33 in 2022. “No one should have to risk their life to do their job. This remains our irrevocable starting point, our standard, and our…
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