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Fleet Space ushers in new era of exploration services

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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 offers mine-to-mill AI mining software

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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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SME bestows 2024 Robert E. Murray Innovation Award to Eriez

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Eriez 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 takes over SSAB facility

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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,”…

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Government supports sustainable miners: Minister Goi

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Papua 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…

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MSHA: No mines met pattern of violations criteria in 2024

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The 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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Women in Mining releases 6th annual WIM100 winners

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Women in Mining UK’s biennial list and publication of WIM100 “100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining” has been released for 2024. The 100 winners were selected from 570 individual nominations, and were the culmination of six months of evaluations and shortlisting. They are from 41 different countries in 2024, up from 40 in 2022 and 32 in 2020. When the…

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ARENA provides Fortescue funds for fast charging project

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The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced a A$10 million grant to Fortescue to develop a six-megawatt fast charger unit for heavy mining equipment. The funding has been awarded under the Australian Government’s Industrial Transformation Stream, part of the Powering the Regions Fund.  Building on an existing 3-MW prototype, the ‘Fast Charger for Heavy Battery Electric Vehicles’ project will…

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LKAB mine to obtain electric trucks

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Snells Entreprenad AB has reached an agreement with SANY dealer, Nordkust Maskin AB, to purchase battery-powered haul trucks, which could become the first fully electric trucks used in a Swedish mine. The trucks will be used to transport raw materials at state-owned miner LKAB’s operation in Svappavaara. Earlier this summer, Snells entered into a four-year agreement with LKAB for raw…

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