Volvo Penta recognizes top distributors

Volvo Penta recently hosted its Industrial Distributor Meeting in Florida, bringing together partners from across North America to align on strategic priorities as well as recognize top-performing distributors. The company recognized the following top-performing distributors at the event for their exceptional achievements in 2024: “We’re proud to honor these exceptional partners who have demonstrated leadership, dedication, and strong execution throughout…

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Komatsu trials first diesel trolley power agnostic truck

Komatsu, in collaboration with Swedish miner Boliden, announced the commissioning and start of field trials for the first diesel trolley truck in its new Power Agnostic (PA) series. The 930E truck has been deployed at Boliden’s Aitik copper mine in Gallivare, Sweden. Unveiled at MINExpo 2024, the Power Agnostic 930E haul truck garnered significant attention for its modular, future-forward design.…

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ICMM releases tools to support mental health, safety

ICMM has published Tools for Psychological Health and Safety to support mining and metals companies in embedding strong mental health and safety practices into daily operations and organizational culture.  “There is no higher priority for ICMM members than keeping people safe and healthy at work. These new tools will accelerate critically needed progress on strengthening safety cultures and supporting workers’…

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Aclara Resources, Stanford to pioneer AI-driven HREE research

Aclara Resources announced a strategic collaboration between its U.S.-based subsidiary Aclara Technologies and Stanford University to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) innovations aimed at securing a resilient and sustainable supply chain for heavy rare earth elements (HREE).  The agreement establishes the foundation for a strong academic and technological alliance, leveraging advanced AI solutions to optimize the HREE supply…

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BHP reports historic record in copper production: Escondida was key

BHP closed its fiscal year 2025 (June 30) with record copper production, exceeding 2 million tonnes at the group level. This result marks an 8% increase over the previous year, consolidating three consecutive years of growth. The Escondida mine in the Antofagasta region of Chile was key, recording its highest production in 17 years (1,305,000 tonnes), up 16% from 2024. While Spence, also present in Chile, reached an all-time…

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BHP inks deals to explore battery tech, electrification

BHP has signed preliminary deals with two Chinese companies to explore battery opportunities for mining equipment and transport across its global operations. Recognizing the need for innovative solutions to tackle Scope 1 and 2 emissions, BHP said it is working closely with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) and FinDreams Battery Co., a fully owned subsidiary of BYD Group, to…

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Sandvik to deliver safety tech to Glencore mines

Under an expanded partnership, Sandvik can now deliver its Newtrax OEM-agnostic proximity detection and collision avoidance technology to complement operational safety and efficiency across Glencore’s underground mixed fleet. Implementation of these solutions on Sandvik and third-party equipment is currently underway at Glencore’s Kamoto Copper Company operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its Raglan nickel mine in Canada.…

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