Virginia Tech’s Department of Mining and Minerals Engineering launched a new research agreement with Hindustan Zinc Limited, one of the world’s top zinc and silver producers, to improve silver recovery across its lead-zinc processing plants in India. The collaboration will focus on advancing the science behind flotation. The process is used to separate valuable minerals from ore, increasing silver recovery,…
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A cooperation framework agreement between CFHI Tianjin Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. and TAKRAF Mining Technology (Beijing) Co. Ltd. marks a new chapter in German mining equipment supplier TAKRAF Group’s collaboration with leading Chinese industry partners. Both companies will leverage their combined expertise in technology, manufacturing and market development to deliver safer, smarter and greener solutions for China’s mining sector. “This…
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Resources companies have reduced their gender pay gap, but work remains – that is the arterial message of the newly released Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) for 2023-24, per the Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME). The agency said the latest data shows the midpoint of the gap in average total remuneration between male and female workers…
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Fine particle specialist RST has a new water clarifying technology that it said has the potential to revolutionize water management programs in the mining sector. Full story.
Read MoreBarrick Gold has confirmed it is considering suspending its operations in Mali after ongoing failed talks with the country’s authorities that have left its gold shipments blocked. The miner said it had previously agreed on a framework to achieve a global resolution of the disputes with the Government of Mali over the Loulo-Gounkoto complex, its Mali property, but to date…
Read MoreVale and BYD have signed a letter of intent to explore the electrification of Vale’s light vehicle fleet. The study will evaluate the necessary infrastructure for recharging vehicles in Vale’s areas and test electric models like the BYD Dolphin and Shark pickup in operational areas. The initiative aims to reduce the use of fossil fuel-powered cars and contribute to the…
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U.S. Sens. Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), chairman and ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024. This bipartisan legislation will strengthen American energy security by accelerating the permitting process for critical energy and mineral projects of all types in the United States. Full story.
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Epiroc has released the fourth generation of its Titan Collision Avoidance System (CAS), bringing significant advancements to enhance safety and operational efficiency in mining environments. “The Generation 4 Titan CAS is an advanced system that raises the bar for safety and efficiency. It has been designed to meet the latest industry requirements and incorporates state-of-the-art technology to ensure optimal performance,”…
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North American Construction Group said its subsidiary MacKellar Group has been awarded a five-year contract extension by a major metallurgical coal producer in Queensland, Australia. The new contract is good through June 30, 2030, and requires the addition of two loading units and one service truck, which will be purchased in Q4 2024. This will bring the total dedicated fleet…
Read MoreUnions in Guinea have suspended a nationwide strike that had put the brakes on the mining sector across the West African country, according to a Reuters report. The strike first began on 26 February and was primarily involving the application of a wage deal reached last November as well as lowering food prices and lifting internet restrictions. The news service…
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