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EPA and Army Corps Unveil Clear, Durable WOTUS Proposal
November 18, 2025
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, together with Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle, released a proposed rule that would establish a clear, durable, common-sense definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under
Emerson Selected to Automate South32’s Hermosa Project
November 18, 2025
Industrial technology leader Emerson said global mining company South32 has chosen its advanced automation solutions and engineering expertise to support the zinc deposit of the Hermosa Mine Project in Arizona. The multi-million-dollar automation project will deploy integrated remote operations systems
Komatsu West Expands Into Northern California, Opens Fresno and Sacramento Branches
November 18, 2025
Komatsu has expanded its Komatsu West company-owned dealer organization into Northern California. Komatsu West will now serve as the dealer for that territory and has launched new operations in Fresno and Sacramento, taking over the former Gee Heavy Machinery locations.
Epiroc Launches Underground Loader Scooptram ST4 for Increased Productivity in Narrow Vein Mining
November 18, 2025
Epiroc’s Scooptram ST4 has been developed in close collaboration with customers, resulting in a compact underground loader tailored to the needs of small drift mines. This 4-tonne loader features a stage V engine and has already undergone field testing, demonstrating
Bill Gates Tries to Rewrite His Climate Legacy
November 18, 2025
After years of warning that climate change would devastate humanity, Bill Gates is suddenly singing a different tune. In a recent interview reported by The New York Times, Gates now claims that climate change “will not lead to humanity’s demise.”
Permitting Council Marks Significant Progress Achieved During Longest Government Shutdown in History
November 17, 2025
As the federal government reopens after a historic 43-day shutdown, the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council has made significant progress during the lapse in appropriations. With two projects completing federal permitting and another nine receiving FAST-41 support, the Permitting Council’s
Condolences Pour in After Death of West Virginia Miner Steve Lipscomb
November 17, 2025
After days of search and rescue efforts, a mining foreman trapped in a flooded Nicholas County mine has been found dead. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the death of Steve Lipscomb, 42, of Elkview. He said that at 7:37
Indonesian Miner Bumi Resources Acquires Australian-based Wolfram
November 17, 2025
Bumi Resources, one of the world’s largest thermal coal exporter and one of the largest global coal companies, has successfully acquired a 99.68 percent ownership stake in Wolfram Limited, an Australian-based gold and copper mining company, and will complete the
IAMGOLD to Acquire Northern Superior Resources for $190 Million
November 14, 2025
IAMGOLD to acquire Northern Superior Resources through a comprehensive transaction valued at $190.3 million (C$267.4 million), representing one of the most significant Canadian gold sector consolidations of 2025. This strategic acquisition positions IAMGOLD to create the Nelligan Mining Complex, combining
Ramaco Approved to Join the Defense Industrial Base Consortium
November 14, 2025
Ramaco Resources has been approved as a member of the Defense Industrial Base Consortium (DIBC). This strategic milestone aligns with Ramaco’s mission to support U.S. national security through the responsible development of domestic critical mineral resources. As a member of
