Caterpillar has acquired Skycatch, a provider of spatial data capture, processing, and analysis solutions for the mining industry, further expanding its mining technology capabilities. The deal follows Caterpillar’s takeover of mining software company RPMGlobal earlier this year.
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U.S.-headquartered Alcoa has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Australia-based South32 Limited’s interests in a bauxite mine, alumina refinery, and aluminum smelter operations in a cash and stock transaction for an upfront consideration of $4.1 billion. “This is exactly the type of opportunity Alcoa is built to execute,” explained William F. Oplinger, president and chief executive officer of Alcoa.…
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Sandvik and Rio Tinto will jointly develop and integrate Sandvik i-series surface drill rigs with Rio Tinto’s Autonomous Drilling System. The collaboration aims to improve safety, productivity and system compatibility, starting initially with support drilling activities in open-pit mining operations. “This joint development reflects Sandvik’s commitment to improving safety and productivity through open, interoperable automation,” said Petri Virrankoski, president of…
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EnviroGold Global Limited has changed its corporate name to NVRO Metals Limited, effective May 28, following approval from the TSX Venture Exchange. The new name reflects the clean technology company’s evolution into a vertically integrated critical minerals processing and metals recovery platform. Over the past year, the company has advanced its centralized critical minerals processing hub initiatives; pilot- and demonstration-scale…
Read MoreCaterpillar Inc. released its 2025 Annual and Sustainability Reports, detailing the company’s strong business performance and refreshed strategy for profitable growth. “Our centennial year was a significant milestone, marked by the highest full-year sales and revenues in Caterpillar history,” said Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Joe Creed. “Our 2025 reports highlight how our employees, alongside the Cat dealer network, are building…
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Global commercial explosives company Dyno Nobel and mining and product development company TesMan have signed a strategic partnership focused on accelerating innovation in underground mining. “As mining operations face increasing pressure to improve safety while maintaining productivity, Dyno Nobel and TesMan are driven by a shared dedication to enabling safer, more efficient mining,” Dyno officials said. “By combining Dyno Nobel’s…
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ABB and Point Laz have inked a strategic partnership agreement to support improved operational performance and safety in underground mining. The two companies will explore an integrated service offering which incorporates Point Laz’s Lazaruss solution into ABB’s mine hoist portfolio. Under the agreement, ABB will integrate the Lazaruss 3D scanner into its updated ABB Ability Smart Hoisting solution 4.0, a…
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Epiroc AB has entered into a strategic partnership with SANY Group to examine opportunities for broader collaboration across selected areas of the mining and infrastructure industries. A signing ceremony was recently held to seal the pact at the SANY Industrial Park in Changsha, China. The parties said they will enhance their cross-brand product portfolio, including providing attractive combinations of Epiroc’s…
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Rolls-Royce Power Systems announced this month that it is developing a hybrid drive system for haul trucks and will begin field testing it beginning later this year. While the company outlined autumn for its test roll-out, it declined to disclose at what mine the trial would be taking place. The system combines proven mtu Series 4000 engines with a high-performance…
Read MorePump manufacturer Tsurumi is expanding its portfolio and collaborating with Italian specialist Dragflow, aiming to offer a broader range of solutions for dewatering, slurry pumping and sediment management. The technologies of both companies complement each other particularly well in applications where the pumped medium contains a very high proportion of solids. “In many construction and infrastructure projects, simply pumping out…
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