When Jeff Moredock first entered the air quality industry, he came with zero experience in mining, engineering or heavy equipment. He was a real estate executive, who was recruited into the family business, Sy-Klone, in 2007. Now, Moredock is not only the Executive Vice President at Sy-Klone and a driving force behind its innovative solutions for cab air quality, but…
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Conspec Controls, a leading manufacturer of fixed gas detection systems for the mining industry, has launched a limited-time, trade-in program designed to help mine operators upgrade gas monitoring systems to the latest generation of Conspec’s OPTIO Multi-Gas Monitors. The program offers generous credits for mine operators’ existing gas monitors – legacy Conspec models or competing brand systems – making it…
Read MoreWeir has completed the acquisition of Mining Software Holdings, or Micromine, effective April 30. The transaction was first announced on February 28. The business will be led by Kristen Walsh, previously Regional Managing Director of Minerals APAC, who is appointed Division President, Digital Solutions and joins the Group Executive reporting to Jon Stanton. Andrew Birch, the current CEO of Micromine,…
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Australia-based explorer Fleet Space Technologies has acquired HiSeis, a leading provider of active seismic exploration technology to the minerals industry. The strategic acquisition will strengthen Fleet Space’s end-to-end exploration services. “Fleet Space’s acquisition of HiSeis marks a transformative leap into the future of data-driven exploration,” said Flavia Tata Nardini, CEO and co-founder of Fleet Space Technologies. “To unlock the potential…
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Strayos, AGG1 Booth #6282, is a cutting-edge technology company specializing in AI-powered geospatial tools for the mining, quarrying and construction industries. Founded with the goal of transforming traditional operations through data-driven insights, Strayos provides solutions that improve operational efficiency, safety compliance and cost optimization. Full story.
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Huawei Cloud Commercial Vehicle Autonomous Driving Cloud Service (CVADCS) has announced its debut at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, showcasing pioneering advancements in smart driving tailored for the mining industry. Full story.
Read MoreEriez President and CEO Jaisen Kohmuench has announced the selection of Eriez to receive the 2024 Robert E. Murray Innovation Award from the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME). The award recognizes individuals and organizations that propel the mining industry forward through groundbreaking technological innovations. Eriez will be formally honored during the SME Annual Conference and Expo, taking place…
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Jennmar, a FalconPoint Partners portfolio company, has acquired SSAB’s expandable rock bolt production facility in Virsbo, Sweden. The strategic deal establishes a substantial Jennmar presence in the European market. “This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Jennmar, strengthening our capabilities within the hard rock mining sector while also expanding our global reach and bringing our operations to the European market,”…
Read MorePapua New Guinea Mining Minister Wake Goi stressed this week that the government’s support is solid for mining companies that align with its long-term sustainability development goals. He told regional newspaper the Post-Courier that he is happy to see positive examples for the resource sector alongside “responsible investors” like K92 Mining and wants to foster such partnership. “We encourage other…
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Labor released the results of the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s (MSHA) second Pattern of Violations screening in 2024 and announced that for the first time since 2021, none of the nation’s mines met the POV criteria for the existence of a pattern of violations under section 104(e) of the Mine Act. Full story.
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