Canadian-based Ero Copper has released the newest update of progress at its Tucumã project in Brazil, confirming that it is over 70% complete and on track for first copper production later next year. Reporting “excellent progress” at the site in Para state, officials said the planned mine’s capex is in line with its current guidance of approximately $305 million. Crews…
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Glencore to close Mount Isa copper mines
After 60 years of copper mining, Glencore said it will close the Mount Isa Mines’ underground copper operations (Enterprise, X41 and Black Rock) and copper concentrator in the second half of 2025. Full story.
Read MoreStrike averted at Escondida
BHP has reached a preliminary deal with the supervisors’ union at its Escondida operation in Chile, avoiding a strike at the world’s largest producer of copper concentrates and cathodes, reported Reuters.
Read MoreNewmont shareholders approve Newcrest takeover
U.S.-based Newmont said its shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of the proposed acquisition of Australian rival Newcrest Mining. The deal will create a world-class portfolio of gold and copper assets.
Read MoreNevada Gold Mines orders 62 haul trucks
The world’s largest gold operation, Nevada Gold Mines (NGM), has just signed a massive multi-year deal with OEM Komatsu for the delivery of 62 new 930E-5 haul trucks for its Carlin complex and Cortez site, along with several support equipment items. Read full story here.
Read MoreSandvik goes electric with jaw crusher model
Sandvik Mobile Crushers and Screens continues to drive the sustainability shift in the crushing and screening industry with the launch of the fully electric UJ443E heavy jaw crusher, ideal for the mining, quarry and contractor segments. The Sandvik UJ443E is built upon a new ‘fully electric’ track platform and features high quality, reputable componentry throughout, as well as the latest…
Read MoreInvestment group buys majority stake in Coronado
Czech-based investment group Sev.en Global Investments said it will acquire a 51% stake in Coronado Global Resources from the Energy & Minerals Group as it continues to expand its portfolio, reported Reuters.
Read MoreMSHA to host annual TRAM Conference
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is holding its annual Training Resources Applied to Mining (TRAM) conference in Beaver, W.Va., from October 10-12. Read the full story here.
Read MorePeru zinc mine to partially close for three years: operator
Peruvian miner Buenaventura has announced the temporary suspension of some activities at the Tajo Norte mine in Colquijirca, Cerro de Pasco.
Read MoreSandvik introduces drill trainers
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has introduced two new virtual training simulators to its popular Digital Driller offering.
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