Canadian-based Allied Gold is advancing its West Africa operations, including the Kurmuk project, by appointing a contractor to oversee it all. After conducting an exhaustive and competitive process, the company made the decision to award the Kurmuk mining contract to Mota-Engil Group, with preparations underway for mining operations to begin by mid-2025. Mota-Engil, a multinational engineering and construction leader with…
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Kennecott completes switch to renewable diesel
Rio Tinto has finished the transition from conventional to renewable diesel for all heavy mining equipment at its Kennecott copper mine in Utah. Full story.
Read MoreOptimizing Mining Operations with Tsubaki’s ProService
Tsubaki’s ProService Lifecycle Support is a comprehensive solution designed to address the unique challenges faced by the mining industry. This service offering extends far beyond merely supplying high-quality components; it encompasses a range of services that enhance the performance, reliability, and longevity of mining equipment.
Read MoreXCMG signs Simfer deal for Simandou
China’s Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG) entered an agreement with Rio Tinto’s Simfer to supply equipment for its Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, according to a Reuters report. XCMG, headquartered in Xuzhou city, will provide core mining equipment with a total value of about 800 million yuan, or US$111.91 million. The fleet includes dozens of 230-metric ton mining trucks,…
Read MoreSleipner Finland inks rep deal with Komatsu Poland
Sleipner Finland has signed a representation agreement with Komatsu Poland for innovative transport solutions for moving mining and construction machinery in the Polish market and making them more efficient. Sleipner said its DB Series lowbed trailers and E Series dollies make operations in mines and quarries significantly more efficient compared to traditional transfer solutions, such as driving on tracks or…
Read MoreFuchs Lubricants South Africa unveils new grease
Fuchs has revealed that one of its clients, which it called the world’s largest global diversified miners, has standardized the supplier’s RENOLIT CSX ULTRA across all its heavy mobile equipment, following extensive testing. The calcium sulphonate complex grease is now being blended locally by Fuchs Lubricants South Africa. Dave Gons, mining export technical export for Fuchs, explained the product is…
Read MoreKomatsu to acquire American Battery Solutions
Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the United States, Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions Inc. (ABS), a battery manufacturer headquartered in Detroit. U.S. Komatsu is planning to close the acquisition on Dec. 1, 2023, on the condition that all necessary procedures for the closing are completed. The immediate impact on Komatsu’s consolidated business results…
Read MoreBHP trials night-time thermal imagery at Newman
BHP said its Newman Operations’ teams in Western Australia are trialling the use of remotely piloted aircrafts (drones) equipped with infrared cameras to monitor the health and performance of mining equipment during the night. Full story.
Read MoreHaver & Boecker opens Brazil service center
Haver & Boecker Niagara announced 10 August the opening of a new facility in Parauapebas, Brazil, that will offer service and support for mining operations in the region including diagnostics, equipment refurbishment, parts stocking and more.
Read MoreEpiroc, SSAB to explore sustainable options for manufacturing spare parts
Earlier this year Epiroc and SSAB announced a further expansion of their partnership to secure fossil-free steel for use in the production of Epiroc’s mining equipment. Since then, the two companies have expanded their collaboration into also exploring the possibilities to use fossil-free steel when manufacturing spare parts and components with additive technology. The initial step in the process has…
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