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Happy New Year!
December 30, 2025
As we reflect on this past year, we are grateful for all those who helped shape our business in the most significant way. This is an exciting industry to be a part of as this administration puts mining and oil
Weir to Acquire ESEL, Strengthening Manufacturing Capabilities and Accelerating Growth in Chile
December 29, 2025
Weir has entered into a binding agreement to acquire the remaining 50 percent share of its Chile-based joint venture ESCO Elecmetal Fundición Limitada (ESEL) for $75 million. The acquisition will strengthen Weir’s direct market channels and manufacturing capabilities in South
Wishing You a Merry Christmas!
December 23, 2025
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus this week we are humbled by his sacrifices made throughout his journey. This week many in our industry will be taking the week off to enjoy much needed time with family and friends
Harmony Gold to Invest Up to $1.75 Billion in Eva Copper Project, Australia
December 19, 2025
Harmony Gold has completed the updated feasibility study and the approval of the final investment decision (FID) by the board of directors for the Eva Copper Project in Queensland, Australia. Eva Copper is a 100 percent owned, high-margin, long-life asset
Metso Divests Its Loading and Hauling Operations in Finland and Sweden to Miilux
December 16, 2025
Metso has signed an agreement to divest its loading and hauling business in Finland and Sweden, operating under the Häggblom legal entities, to Miilux Oy, a Finnish-based company which sells and manufactures wear resistant and personal protection solutions — utilizing
Anglo American and Teck Receive Government of Canada Approval for Merger
December 16, 2025
Anglo American and Teck Resources have received regulatory approval from the Government of Canada under the Investment Canada Act (ICA) for their merger. Anglo American and Teck believe that the formation of Anglo Teck in a merger of equals will
Vale, Caterpillar, Sotreq to Expand Fleet of Autonomous Trucks in Northern System, in Pará, Brazil
December 12, 2025
Vale, Caterpillar, and Sotreq have signed an agreement to expand the fleet of autonomous haul trucks in iron ore operations in the Northern System, in the Carajás region, in Pará. The technology will be gradually expanded over the next five
Harmony Gold Completes Acquisition of Australia-based Mac Copper in $1 Billion Deal
December 11, 2025
Harmony Gold Mining has completed the acquisition of MAC Copper Limited, the owner of the high-grade CSA Copper Mine in New South Wales, Australia. “Harmony is one of the world’s leading gold producers with a proud 75-year operating history and
Anglo American and Teck Shareholders Approve Merger, to Form Anglo Teck Group
December 10, 2025
Anglo American and Teck Resources shareholder vote at the special meeting where the proposed merger of equals with Anglo American was approved. “We are extremely pleased to have received such strong support both from shareholders and stakeholders alike. Today marks
Teck’s Formula 1-style Control Room Shows What Modern Mining Looks Like, Chile
December 10, 2025
Rohitesh Dhawan, president and chief executive officer of the International Council on Mining and Metals, was in Chile recently and shared a look at a very different kind of mine site, one defined by data, automation, and real-time decision-making rather
