India does not plan to proceed with auctioning deep-sea mining rights due to a lack of technological preparedness and interest from potential bidders, reported Reuters. In November 2024, the country announced the maiden auction of 13 offshore mineral blocks, including three lime mud blocks, three construction sand blocks, and seven polymetallic nodules blocks in the first tranche. However, last December,…
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Rio Tinto has resumed its iron ore port operations after Tropical Cyclone Narelle recently passed over Western Australia’s Pilbara region. Its four port terminals closed – East Intercourse Island, Parker Point, Cape Lambert A and B – on 24 March. The miner said its employees remained safe and unharmed during the weather event. Ship loading at East Intercourse Island, Parker…
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The Philippines’ nickel sector is poised to play a larger role in global critical minerals supply chains as demand rises, reported the Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA). The country currently ranks sixth globally in nickel reserves, and is a key supplier to international markets. According to the International Energy Agency, demand for nickel and other critical minerals is expected to…
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Sandvik has received five AutoMine orders from underground mining contractor Byrnecut. Booked in the first quarter of 2026, all include AutoMine Multi-Lite systems for the Gwalia, Ulysses, Youanmi, and Gossan Valley mines in Australia and the Navachab mine in Namibia. “We now have the majority of our loaders running on AutoMine at our sites across the globe. Safety is Byrnecut’s…
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Photo: Manuka Resources Mining contractor Macmahon Holdings has entered into a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Manuka Resources for the restart of mining operations at the Wonawinta silver project, located in the Cobar Basin, central-west New South Wales. “Macmahon welcomes the opportunity to partner with Manuka Resources to de-risk mining operations at Wonawinta through the capabilities of our highly experienced…
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Australia-focused Native Mineral Resources provided an update on activities across its Charters Towers and Ravenswood assets in northern Queensland, including its latest Blackjack gold pour. Completed on 25 March, the miner produced three doré bars totaling 560 ounce doré (17.41 kg), while broader mining, drilling, approvals and infrastructure workstreams continue to advance across Blackjack, Podosky and Far Fanning. “Our latest…
Read MoreLogistics group Deswik has opened its newest office in Jakarta, Indonesia, expanding its global footprint. Supported by a local consulting team, this fortified in-country presence reflects Deswik’s long‑term commitment to Indonesia and focus on delivering practical technical software and consulting solutions, shaped by real‑world mining experience. “Local presence is essential for Deswik in Indonesia,” said Ben Farquharson, Territory Manager and…
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Majestic Gold Corp. has resumed operations and production at the Denggezhuang (DGZ) underground mine, located within its Mujin gold project in the eastern Shandong Province of China, after a mandatory shutdown in February. The low-cost junior gold producer announced on February 10 that the Yantai Emergency Management Bureau told all gold mining operations in Yantai to cease production immediately until…
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Mining contractor Macmahon announced the execution of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Wolfram Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bumi Resources, for the restart of operations at the Mount Carlton gold mine, located 150 kilometres south of Townsville in North Queensland. Macmahon’s offering of surface and underground mining services, as well as civil infrastructure services, forms the basis of…
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Australia-based Lynas Rare Earths has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Japan Australia Rare Earths B.V. (JARE) to establish a framework for cooperation across the rare earths value chain, particularly in relation to exploration. JARE is a special-purpose company established by the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) and Sojitz Corporation. Lynas and JARE are parties to…
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