Vale has completed construction and commissioning of the Voisey’s Bay mine expansion project, transitioning the Canadian nickel mine from open pit to underground mining. Full story.
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Sandvik introduces MD/MDX Peg Bolt
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is launching the MD/MDX Peg Bolt, a new ground support solution for underground mining. The new release is based on the well-known MD/MDX Bolt, with the supplier noting that this new addition to Sandvik’s ground support portfolio improves underground safety even further. “Innovative technologies and outstanding product quality enable the safest ground support solutions, but…
Read MoreSouth African union, Sibanye Stillwater reach wage deal
South Africa’s National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) said it had agreed a wage deal with Sibanye Stillwater’s gold operations after months of negotiations, reported Reuters. The miner agreed to increase monthly pay for its lowest paid workers by 900 rand ($50.91), while miners, artisans and officials would get a 5.5% raise, NUM said. The one-year agreement is set to be…
Read MoreImmersive Technologies brings training solutions underground
Immersive Technologies has secured contracts to provide workforce training solutions for four undisclosed underground mining projects in the U.S., Canada, Chile and Indonesia. These solutions encompass machine simulation and digital learning technologies, as well as training program development. “Immersive Technologies recognizes the strategic importance of underground mining and has increased its investment in new Conversion Kit development for a growing…
Read MoreSandvik introduces industry-first: SSAB Zero steel dump box
At the recent MINExpo International show, Sandvik underscored its commitments to reduce CO2 emissions and further develop its underground truck portfolio by showcasing its 60-plus-ton Toro diesel-electric truck demonstrator equipped with a box manufactured with SSAB Zero steel. Sandvik’s flagship large trucks, Toro TH663i and Toro TH551i, are now available with optional dump boxes made with SSAB Zero steel. The…
Read MoreArcadium Lithium to place Mt. Cattlin on care and maintenance
Arcadium Lithium has confirmed it is planning to suspend State 4A waste stripping, as well as any expansion investments beyond stage 3 at its Mt. Cattlin operation in Western Australia, effectively placing the operation on care and maintenance. The company cited the continued decline in spodumene process for the decision. The suspensions ar near-term, while the care and maintenance effective…
Read MoreBarminco secures underground contract at Hemlo
Barminco, Perenti’s underground mining business, has signed a three-year contract with Barrick Gold to continue contract mining at the Hemlo mine in Canada. The total contract value is worth more than A$200 million and involves underground mine development, production and mining support services.
Read MoreTrigon replaces, commissions Kombat dewater pump early
Canadian-headquartered Trigon Metals has been able to advance plans to address a setback in its underground pumping progress by replacing the failed dewatering pump ahead of schedule at its Kombat mine in Namibia. The replacement pump body, known as the wet end, was installed on July 26 and started pumping water from the mine the following day. The mine had…
Read MoreBarminco to continue underground services at Khoemacau
Barminco, the underground mining business unit of Perenti, has finalized discussions regarding the existing five-year mining services contract for the Khoemacau copper mine in Botswana with Khoemacau Copper Mining Proprietary Limited, a subsidiary of MMG. The continuation of the contract until 30 June 2025 will be on revised terms. Barminco is working to deliver on the current mine plan whilst…
Read MoreKomatsu completes GHH Group takeover
Komatsu, which first announced its plans to acquire German manufacturer GHH Group in December 2022, confirmed on July 1 it has completed the takeover transaction. The global OEM said GHH’s wide range of equipment, focused on loaders (LHDs) and articulated dump trucks, will enhance its growing underground mining product offerings, which also includes aftermarket parts and service support. By adding…
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