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Epiroc’s Scooptram ST14 SG Sets New Standards for Automated, Zero-emission Underground Loaders
October 13, 2023
The Scooptram ST14 SG is the latest iteration of Epiroc’s battery-electric 14-tonne underground loader. By fusing zero-emission technology with advanced automation capabilities, the Scooptram ST14 SG makes operations safer, smarter, and more productive. Powered by connected, self-sustained batteries that provide
Cornish Metals Commences Wet Commissioning of South Crofty Mine Water Treatment Plant, UK
October 12, 2023
Cornish Metals, focused on its South Crofty Tin Project in Cornwall, United Kingdom, has commenced wet commissioning of its newly constructed Mine Water Treatment Plant (MWTP) at South Crofty. “The commencement of wet commissioning at the South Crofty MWTP is
As Loulo-Gounkoto Sustains Strong Performance, Barrick Hunts for New Discoveries in the Region, Mali
October 12, 2023
The Loulo-Gounkoto complex is set to maintain its status as one of the world’s top 10 gold producers as it stays on track to meet this year’s guidance and continues to replace the reserves depleted by mining, Barrick president and
TRX Gold to Increase Production as it Advances Mill Expansion at Its Buckreef Gold Project, Tanzania
October 11, 2023
TRX Gold Corporation said the new 1,000 tonne per day (tpd) capacity ball mill has arrived on site at the Buckreef Gold Project. Over the last few months, technical teams on site have commenced preparatory works in anticipation of receiving
Newmont Reaches Preliminary Agreement with Peñasquito Mine’s Union, Mexico
October 11, 2023
Newmont Corporation said it has reached a preliminary agreement with the National Union of Mine, Metal, and Allied Workers of the Mexican Republic aiming to end the strike initiated by the union on June 7, 2023 at Minera Peñasquito in
Barrick Gold to Invest $2 Billion to Expand Lumwana Copper Mine, Zambia
October 10, 2023
Barrick’s transformation of its Lumwana Mine into a world-class producer will provide strong impetus for the government’s thrust to revive the country’s copper industry, president and chief executive Mark Bristow said yesterday after a meeting with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema.
International Centre for Sustainable Carbon Publishes New Report: Repurposing Coal Assets
October 10, 2023
The energy transition has already led to many coal mine and power station closures. The USA and Europe have witnessed the most rapid change over the last decade and this trend is set to continue. Clearance of these sites is
China’s Grip on Critical Minerals Draws Warnings at IEA Gathering
October 9, 2023
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said the world is up against a dominant supplier of critical minerals that is willing to exploit its position for political gain, in remarks apparently aimed at China, and warned that energy security will become
Northvolt to Build Historic $7 Billion Gigafactory Battery Factory Near Montreal, Canada
October 6, 2023
Swedish manufacturer Northvolt says it will build a $7 billion gigafactory for electric vehicle batteries near Montreal that it claims will represent the largest private investment in Quebec’s history. On hand at the unveiling in Montreal, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
U.S. Optimistic It Will Reach Critical Minerals Deal With EU
October 6, 2023
The United States is optimistic it will conclude an agreement with the European Union to allow critical minerals mined or processed in Europe to qualify for U.S. clean vehicle tax breaks, a senior U.S. official said on Monday. The transatlantic
