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Oceaneering Conducts Freedom™ AUV Pipeline Inspection Pilot for TotalEnergies
June 4, 2024
TotalEnergies and Oceaneering International said the Freedom™ Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) has completed a pipeline inspection industrial pilot, demonstrating its capabilities for sustainable commercial pipeline inspection missions. “TotalEnergies specifically designed the project to place challenging demands on Freedom™ to not
Volvo Adds Two New Hauling Options for Quarrying and Lite Mining Customers
May 31, 2024
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has launced the addition of two new hauling options for quarrying and lite mining customers. As with its bigger 95-ton brother, the R100, both the 55-ton payload R60 and 65-ton payload R70 rigid haulers are
Turkey’s Eti Maden Opts for Liebherr Crawler Dozers at Its Kirka Mine
May 31, 2024
The Turkish mining company Eti Maden drives the global boron industry forward with innovative machinery and advanced technology. At its Kirka mine in western Turkey, the renowned organization uses a Liebherr PR 766 Crawler Dozer specially designed for tough mining
Epiroc to Acquire Canada-based Ground Support Solutions Business Yieldpoint
May 30, 2024
Epiroc has agreed to acquire the business of Yieldpoint Inc., a Canadian company that provides advanced ground support solutions that strengthen safety for mining and civil engineering applications. Yieldpoint is based in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, and has about ten employees.
Rio Tinto and BHP Collaborate on Battery-electric Haul Truck Trials in the Pilbara
May 28, 2024
In an industry first, Rio Tinto and BHP will collaborate on the testing of large battery-electric haul truck technology in the Pilbara, Western Australia, to accelerate the potential for its future deployment. The two companies will work with manufacturers Caterpillar
Happy Memorial Day!
May 24, 2024
In honor of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on Friday and Monday. We will reopen the office on Tuesday, May 28. May we never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. This weekend, we honor
Sandvik, Glencore Explore Second Life for BEV Batteries with Energy Storage System Pilot
May 23, 2024
As the mining industry transitions towards electrified operations, energy storage is fast becoming a consideration for mines around the world. Sandvik has initiated a pilot project to deploy a second-life battery energy storage system (BESS) at to-be-determined Glencore assets. The
Metso Introduces XM Series, a Game-changing Solution to Enhance Crushing Performance
May 23, 2024
Metso has launched the XM Series, a highly advanced premium crushing solution that combines intelligence, durability, and lifetime value with a new digital package, resilient engineering and unmatched warranties. The groundbreaking Metso XM Series crushing solution designed for demanding mining
Epiroc Opens Cutting-Edge Competency Center for Surface Mining in Tucson, Arizona
May 20, 2024
Epiroc had inaugurated its Competency Center for Surface Mining in Tucson, Arizona. This milestone marks a significant strategic advancement for Epiroc USA, with the establishment of a state-of-the-art 28,000 square feet rebuild center to provide advanced support for surface mining
Cummins Begins Field Testing of Its Mining Hybrid (Diesel-Battery) Truck Solution
April 23, 2024
Cummins said it has commissioned its diesel hybrid solution in partnership with one of China’s leading rigid mining truck manufacturers, North Hauler Joint Stock Co. demonstrating progress in decarbonization for industrial customers. The hybrid NHL NTH260, a 220 metric ton
