MacLean Engineering has signed three new in-country dealer agreements that will extend its global service and support platform. The newly announced strategic alliances with Machbert Co. (Brazil), Stewart & Stevenson (Colombia), and Kanu Equipment (sub-Saharan Africa) will enable Maclean to offer its underground mining vehicles and support services to the growing mining markets in these regions. “With their strong local…
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The National Mining Association (NMA) has selected Denise Johnson, group president of Caterpillar, as chair for its MINExpo INTERNATIONAL 2024 event in September. Johnson, who first joined Caterpillar more than a decade ago, is a well-known leader in the industry and was the first woman to be inducted to the American Mining Hall of Fame. A Michigan native, Johnson graduated…
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Global chemical supplier Kodiak has solidified its position in the specialty chemical space with the acquisition of Aztech Lubricants, a provider of innovative solutions in the wire drawing industry. “By acquiring Aztech Lubricants we are continuing to execute our growth strategy – increasing our geographical footprint and manufacturing capabilities, while optimizing delivery timelines,” said Kodiak President Laura Dickey. “As we…
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Caterpillar Safety Services, which is marking its 50th anniversary, has launched new programs to help groups to build what it is calling a “resilient safety culture” with a four-component system. The company, which uses research and approaches to address safety, aids companies in bringing in a strong culture where safety practices are embedded across an organization. Among the improvements to…
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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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