BHP to open Industry AI Hub in Singapore

With the support of Enterprise Singapore, and in partnership with AI Singapore, BHP said it will open its first Industry AI Hub later this month in Singapore to accelerate digital transformation and AI adoption in the mining and resources sector. The hub will support the growth of BHP’s digital capabilities in Singapore and the region, with plans for a number…

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Lynas becomes first heavy RE producer outside China

Lynas Rare Earths has confirmed first production of Dysprosium Oxide (Dy) at its Malaysian facility, marking a significant milestone as the world’s only commercial producer of separated heavy rare earth products outside China.  “The production of this on spec Dy is a significant step for supply chain resilience and provides customers with the option of sourcing product from an outside…

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FLSmidth to deliver floatation solutions for Indian miner

An unnamed Indian miner and steelmaker has selected FLSmidth to supply a full flotation technology package for what is set to become one of the world’s largest, most efficient and sustainable iron ore beneficiation plants.  The OEM said the plant will be fed with domestic, low-grade iron ore where the FLSmidth flotation system will upgrade it to a final product…

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Barminco to continue underground services at Agnew

Barminco, the underground mining subsidiary of Perenti, has signed a new contract to continue underground mining operations at Gold Fields’ Agnew gold mine near Leinster, Western Australia. The new contract, valued at A$500 million, is for three years with an optional one-year extension. Services include underground development, production and related mining services. “We are very pleased to be extending our…

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Chinese miner acquires Peak Rare Earths

Peak Rare Earths said that Chinese rare earths producer Shenghe Resources will acquire the Australian firm for A$150.5 million, in addition to the full amount raised under Peak’s proposed A$7.5 million entitlement offer. Under the deal, the state-owned miner’s unit Ganzhou Chenguang Rare Earths New Material will buy Peak for a minimum of A$0.359 per share in cash, if the…

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Catalyst Metals gold mine gets major upgrade

Thanks to RCT – Powered by Epiroc, Catalyst Metals has made the transformative move from analogue to digital operations at its Plutonic gold mine in North Meekatharra, Western Australia. The transition is not limited to new equipment but also includes comprehensive upgrades to existing machines, including Sandvik and Cat loaders with the implementation of RCT’s AutoNav package. The technology allows…

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Autonomous haulage trial set for Norton Gold Fields mines

Thiess has partnered with Norton Gold Fields and EACON Mining Technology to launch a tripartite partnership to deploy autonomous haulage systems through retrofit technology. The project will take place at Norton Gold Fields’ open-pit gold mines in Western Australia.  “By adopting EACON’s autonomous truck technology, we aim to address the shortage of skilled drivers, reduce our operating costs, and enhance…

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Rio Tinto, Sumitomo finalise Winu partnership

Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Metal Mining have signed the final joint venture agreements to deliver the Winu copper-gold project in Western Australia following a December announcement of the partnership.  Under the agreements, Rio Tinto will continue to develop and operate Winu, and Sumitomo will pay Rio Tinto up to $430.4 million for a 30% equity share of the project. This…

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C29 Metals, Bask International to form joint venture

C29 Metals, through its local subsidiary, has executed a binding heads of agreement (HOA) with Kazakhstan-based Bask International Group Ltd. that sets out the framework for an incorporated Joint Venture between the companies. The purpose of the JV is to enable the companies to work collaboratively to identify or acquire and develop advanced exploration projects across Kazakhstan. It will be…

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Anglo American responds to Peabody concerns

Anglo American has released a statement in regards to American coal producer Peabody Energy reviewing options related to its acquisition of Anglo American’s coal assets in Australia. The miner said it does not believe that the stoppage at its Moranbah North mine on 31 March constitutes a Material Adverse Change in accordance with the definitive agreements with Peabody. A small…

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