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Kipushi concentrator wraps up ahead of schedule
Ivanhoe Mines has confirmed that it completed construction of its Kipushi concentrator and produced first ore and concentrate at the zinc-copper-lead-germanium mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The miner said 2 July that the first ore milestone was met 31 May, and first concentrate was recorded 14 June. The moves come more than 100 years after the…
Read MoreBetolar, Norge Mineraler form Norwegian collaboration
A partnership between Norge Mineraler AS and Betolar aimed at finding solutions to minimize carbon emissions in Norge Mineraler’s mining operations has bore fruit with its partnership for the creation of sustainable mining solutions in Norway. The pairing in Eigersund, which resulted from a recent memorandum of understanding (MOU), has the goal of supporting the green transition in Norge Mineraler’s…
Read MoreGlencore drops plans to sell Kazzinc stake
Glencore has abandoned plans to sell its 70% interest in Kazakhstan-based miner Kazzinc after potential buyers failed to match its valuation, reported Bloomberg. Sources familiar with the situation told the media outlet that Glencore has sent a termination letter to the unnamed bidders. Headquartered in Oskemen, Kazzinc is Kazakhstan’s largest producer of zinc, lead and precious metals. The company has…
Read MoreFortescue tightens teaming with Liebherr for AHS developments
Fortescue is seeking the distinction of being the first autonomous haulage solution (AHS) operating zero emissions globally and has put its desires into action with a newly expanded partnership with Liebherr to jointly develop AHS technology. The two said last week that it will jointly develop and validate a fully integrated AHS; so far, Fortescue has taken the first step…
Read MoreSandvik finalizes Ahno takeover
Sandvik said it has completed the previously announced acquisition of a majority stake (72.4%) in China-based Suzhou Ahno Precision Cutting Tool Technology from Ningbo Baosi Energy Equipment and related parties. The company will be reported within the Sandvik Machining Solutions segment. Founded in 2002, Ahno has a leading position in precision cutting tools in the fast-growing local premium segment, with…
Read MoreBrookville rolls out flat mining car
Brookville Equipment is now taking orders for its latest mining product, its new flat car. The 26-foot-long, 13-ton flat deck can hold up to 20 tons with the ability to negotiate 20-ft. horizontal and 150-ft. vertical turns. The company said the new release was developed over the last year with the collaboration of its mining customers. Standard features include a…
Read MoreIndia’s Ministry of Coal discusses mining guidelines
India’s Ministry of Coal recently held a stakeholders’ consultation on draft mining plan guidelines for coal and lignite blocks on 1 July. The guidelines aim to foster a more sustainable and ethical approach to coal mining. Twenty-five coal and lignite mining companies participated in the event. Additional Secretary Shri M. Nagaraju highlighted the ministry’s dedication to enhancing the regulatory framework…
Read MoreSummit Nanotech, Llamara join forces to develop lithium project
Cleantech company Summit Nanotech has executed a Joint Venture agreement with Chilean miner Llamara to develop lithium resources at the latter’s Llamara Basin. The project covers approximately 51,300 hectares, of which 4,000 hectares are part of the current JV between Llamara and Summit Nanotech. The JV zone of interest, noted Summit Nanotech, may increase by an additional 6,000 hectares with…
Read MoreSouthern Copper to revive Tia Maria project
Peruvian copper producer Southern Copper, a subsidiary of Southern Copper,had decided to restart development of its long-postponed Tia Maria project in the Islay province of Peru’s Arequipa region, reported Reuters. Tia Maria has been on hold for years amid community opposition over fears of the mine’s environmental impact. The news agency noted that protests against the controversial mine left six…
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