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Trilogy Metals Expands Management Team at Ambler Metals JV to Advance Upper Kobuk Mineral Project
April 10, 2026
Trilogy Metals has made key management appointments at its 50/50 joint venture with South32 Limited — Ambler Metals — which is advancing exploration and development of the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects (UKMP) in northwestern Alaska’s Ambler Mining District. “Michael Galicki
Compass Wire Cloth Expands U.S. Manufacturing Footprint with Acquisition of Sefar Screening Division
April 9, 2026
Compass Wire Cloth has finalized an agreement with Sefar Corporation to acquire its screening division located in Gray, Georgia, further expanding Compass Wire Cloth’s national manufacturing footprint and strengthening its ability to serve customers across the Southeast United States. Compass
W.Va. Mining Companies, Operations Recognized for Excellence in Safety and Reclamation
April 9, 2026
During West Virginia Mining Symposium, the West Virginia Coal Association recognized and celebrated Exemplary Mine Safety & Environmental Excellence achievements of mining industry operations across the state. “West Virginia’s coal industry continues to show its resilience and commitment to excellence
MSHA and National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association Renew Alliance
April 9, 2026
The U.S. Department of Labor said the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has renewed its longstanding alliance with the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA). The alliance ensures industry personnel, including contractors, will have access to information, guidance,
Prinoth Launches Its New Panther T23R Crawler Carrier
April 9, 2026
Prinoth has launced its new flagship Panther T23R the industry’s largest and most technologically advanced rotating crawler carrier. The new model is the first to feature Prinoth’s PowerForce™ undercarriage, a breakthrough design underpinning more than 20 patent applications, delivering unmatched
Austin Powder Appoints Lamar Duhon as President and Chief Executive Officer
April 9, 2026
Austin Powder has elected Lamar Duhon to serve as the company’s next president and chief executive officer, effective April 13, 2026. Duhon will succeed John Rathbun who will be elected as chairman of the board of directors, ensuring leadership continuity
Alaska to Build First Coal-fired Power Plant in Over a Decade with $1 Billion Backing
April 8, 2026
Alaska is moving forward with plans to build a new coal-fired power plant, marking the first such development in the United States in over a decade. Backed by a $1 billion investment, the project highlights renewed focus on firm baseload
Lynas and U.S. DOW Sign Letter of Intent for Rare Earth Supply
April 8, 2026
Lynas Rare Earths has signed a binding letter of intent between its wholly owned subsidiary Lynas USA and the United States Department of War (DOW) to finalize a rare earth oxide supply agreement. Under this arrangement, approximately $96 million will
KEFI Gold and Copper Starts Construction at Tulu Kapi Gold Project, Ethiopia
April 8, 2026
KEFI Gold and Copper has officially commenced construction at its Tulu Kapi Gold Project in Ethiopia, marking a significant milestone after more than a decade of development. The project is expected to produce approximately 140,000 ounces of gold annually once
Ontario Court of Appeal’s Dismisses Appeal Concerning Barrick’s North Mara Gold Mine, Tanzania
April 8, 2026
Barrick Mining said it welcomed the decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal dismissing an appeal by certain Tanzanian residents alleging human rights abuses by members of the Tanzanian Police Force in the vicinity of the company’s North Mara Gold
