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GroundProbe launches BlastVision, Precision Atmospherics

October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 Miners News

GroundProbe has released two new additions to its products and services range, the blast analytics solution BlastVision and atmospheric correction algorithm Precision Atmospherics. BlastVision, a world-first in blast analytics per the company, can deliver actionable blast performance insights for optimal safety and productivity. “The crucial data aids in the detection of potential misfires and out-of-sequence firing and in identifying and…

Rhodes Ridge JV parties update agreement

October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 Miners News

Rio Tinto and Wright Prospecting, both 50% interest holders, have agreed to modernise the joint venture covering the Rhodes Ridge project in the East Pilbara in Western Australia. Read full article.

Rio Tinto, Scania to advance autonomous mining trucks

October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 Miners News

Global miner Rio Tinto said it is working with Swedish manufacturer Scania to develop more agile autonomous haul trucks at its Channar iron ore mine in Western Australia, seeking potential environmental and productivity benefits. Read full article.

Rio Tinto invests $55M to add underground mining at Kennecott

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022 Miners News

Rio Tinto has announced a major growth plan for its Kennecott copper complex outside of Salt Lake City, Utah – an expansion to mining that will also take its efforts underground, which it said holds “potential for significant and attractive underground development.” Read full article.

Rio Tinto inks $3.3B agreement for Turquoise Hill ownership, Oyu Tolgoi stake

September 7, 2022September 9, 2022 Miners News

One week after coming to an agreement in principle, Rio Tinto has entered a binding agreement to acquire full ownership of Turquoise Hill Resources – picking up the 49% remaining stake it does not already own – in a deal worth C$43 per share cash, or about $3.3 billion. Read full article.

Hitachi, Rio Tinto unveil world first for digital automation

August 10, 2022August 12, 2022 Miners News

Hitachi Rail and Rio Tinto have unveiled their newest and most significant milestone to date on their tandem journey for the AutoHaul automation network: the commissioning of the autonomous rail transport system for the new Gudai-Darri iron ore mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara. Read full article.

Immersive Technologies honors five miners

August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 Miners News

Simulator supplier Immersive Technologies has named the winners of its 13th annual Global Business Improvement Award that recognizes the most outstanding results achieved by mining companies who use simulation as a key driver in improving operational safety, productivity and maintenance. This year’s winners were: Rio Tinto Kennecott (United States), shovel category. The miner completed a continuous improvement project targeting machine…

Rio Tinto Simfer creates JV for Simandou project

August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 Miners News

Rio Tinto’s Guinea subsidiary has formed an infrastructure joint venture with Winning Consortium Simandou (WCS) and the Guinean government to further progress on the undeveloped Simandou iron ore project in Nzérékoré. “The incorporation of La Compagnie du TransGuinéen with our partners underscores the importance of the Simandou resource in today’s decarbonizing world, and its development will complement Rio Tinto’s strong…

Rio Tinto investing US$188M for Alma upgrade project

July 17, 2022July 18, 2022 Miners News

Rio Tinto said it has earmarked US$188 million to upgrade its Alma smelter in Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec to boost its production by 202,000 tonnes annually. Read full article.

Rio Tinto, Star Diamond puts Star-Orion on ice

July 5, 2022July 5, 2022 Miners News

Star Diamond and partner Rio Tinto have confirmed they will place the Star-Orion diamond project in Saskatchewan, Canada, on care and maintenance until the end of this year. Read full article.