Eriez announced the promotion of John Blicha to vice president, Global Marketing and Brand Management. Blicha will spearhead Eriez’ worldwide marketing and go-to-market sales strategies, according to President and CEO Lukas Guenthardt. Blicha joined Eriez in 2012 as marketing communications manager and served most recently as senior director, Global Marketing and Brand Management. “John has made significant contributions to the…
Read MoreAnglo American has signed a memorandum of understanding with Swedish steel producer H2 Green Steel to work in tandem to advance low-carbon steelmaking processes. Under the terms of the deal, the two will study and trial iron ore from Anglo’s Kumba mines in South Africa and Minas-Rio mine in Brazil, which will serve as feedstock for H2 Green Steel’s direct…
Read MoreVDG is the leader in the design and manufacturing of drum motors for all types of belt conveyor applications, including mining and aggregate, ship loading and power generation. GrizzlyDrive Series Drum Motors are designed specifically to operate in harsh, dusty, abrasive and extreme environments where performance and durability matter most. With more than 35 years of experience, continuous improvements through…
Read MoreFranklin Electric Co. Inc. recently held its annual Commercial Summit, a gathering of team members from business units throughout the Americas. The event is an important start to the year, providing time for strategic planning and educational training. Full story.
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Bell Equipment has announced plans to create a dedicated OEM business division for underground mining, as it has identified it as an opportunity for further growth.
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Those eyeing the opportunity to mine the ocean’s floor will finally get their chance beginning in July when the United Nations’ International Seabed Authority will reportedly open the floor for applications.
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Canadian miner Teck Resources has rejected an unsolicited $22.5 billion offer from Glencore, citing reluctance to expose its shareholders a large thermal coal business, an unwanted oil trading business and significant jurisdictional risk, reported Reuters. Glencore’s proposal was to merge with Teck and to simultaneously demerge their combined metals and coal businesses to create MetalsCo and CoalCo. The remaining company…
Read MoreOEM Epiroc has signed a collaboration agreement with global lunar resource developer ispace that will see the company contributing its technology and solutions for commercial missions to the moon. The Luxembourg-based partner company is planning to provide lunar transportation and gain a better understanding of the moon’s environment and available resources. It will initially explore the lunar surface and collect…
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Women in Mining National (WIM USA) on March 24 inked a historic agreement with the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration that both believe will change the face of mining by boosting mining safety and diversity. The pact, confirmed March 31, will provide WIM USA members, as well as the Education Foundation of WIM USA (WIMEF), with access to information,…
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After a strategic review, Metso Outotec has decided to initiate the divestment of two of its three Metals businesses: Metals & Chemical Processing and Ferrous & Heat Transfer. The Smelting business will remain part of the company’s portfolio. Last year, its sales totaled EUR 155 million. “Several options were considered when evaluating the strategic fit of the Metals businesses in…
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