A new collaboration between Hitachi Energy and charging tech organization BluVein will accelerate the safe delivery of electricity for battery-electric haul trucks of up to 400 metric tons while decarbonizing fleets and operations. The pair, which inked a memorandum of understanding confirmed March 5, will bring together Hitachi Energy’s advanced power electronics and digital charging technologies with BluVein’s e-rail charging…
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Simformotion LLC – a leader in simulation training solutions – announced the extension of its agreement with Caterpillar to deliver heavy equipment training simulators around the world. The agreement underscores their commitment to training the world’s heavy equipment operators with state-of-the-art Cat Simulators and the importance of their partnership in producing innovative training options. The collaboration provides Simformotion with continued access…
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Australian-headquartered Orica confirmed it has inked a deal to acquire U.S.-based Cyanco Intermediate 4 Corp. for $640 million in a bid to extend its mining chemicals business presence. Officials said the price tag will be paid via financial backing of US$261.9 million along with existing cash and debt facilities. Cyanco, a distributor and maker of sodium cyanide mainly for the…
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BKT was awarded the Top Exporter award for the year 2023-24, on the occasion of International Customs Day 2024, a ceremony dedicated to celebrating the importance of international trade and honoring the work of customs officials worldwide, hosted by Customs Kandla and Customs Mundra. The award highlights BKT’s commitment to promoting excellence in the field of exports, thereby contributing to global economic…
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Motion Industries Inc. has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of Perfetto Manufacturing and SER Hydraulics. Subject to customary closing conditions, the transaction is expected to be finalized at the end of February. The affiliated organizations are well-established, with Perfetto in business since 1986 and SER Hydraulics since 1978. Located in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, each has…
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The UK government is inviting experts and academics alike to be a part of a newly formed environmental science network to investigate the impact of deep-sea mining. The group will be UK-based and will be tasked with gathering scientific data and carrying out research to assess the impacts. It will also work alongside the UK’s decision to support a moratorium…
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Global chemical company BASF and geophysical services company hydroGEOPHYSICS (HGI) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at combining expertise in mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, and deep well injection to optimize copper extraction. The collaboration will utilize HGI’s geophysical techniques to identify areas within the heap that currently offer poor recovery and will involve the design and implementation of a deep well…
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Women in Mining UK has opened nominations for the sixth edition of its “100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining” (WIM100), sponsored by BMO Capital Markets, Heidrick & Struggles and BCG. “We started the WIM100 just over a decade ago, and since then have seen countless incredible and inspiring women be celebrated for their achievements in the mining sector. However, we…
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Multotec said February 8 that it recently attained ISO 45001:2017 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications for Occupational Health and Safety management systems and Environmental management systems, respectively. The company obtained the certifications following a rigorous three-year process, reflecting its continuous pursuit of excellence in occupational health and safety and environmental stewardship. Safety, Health, Environment and Quality manager Denise de Beer said…
Read MoreCaterpillar ThoroughTec Simulation has confirmed the renewal of their global cooperation agreement, reinforcing their commitment of over two decades to advancing the field of equipment operator training through cutting-edge simulation technology. Caterpillar Mining’s recommendation of ThoroughTec Simulation as its approved supplier of equipment simulator products empowers Caterpillar customers with state-of-the-art simulators and other training products and services, delivering a comprehensive…
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