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Epiroc, Hancock Reach Milestone as Roy Hill Becomes World’s Largest Fully Agnostic Autonomous Mine
October 27, 2025
Epiroc has successfully converted — from manual to fully driverless — all 78 mining haul trucks at Hancock Iron Ore’s Roy Hill mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The conversions — utilizing Epiroc’s LinkOA system — are a
PROK Expands New South Wales Base with New Manufacturing Facility in Ingleburn
October 15, 2025
PROK has expanded its Sydney operations with the opening of a new, larger, purpose-built manufacturing facility in Ingleburn, NSW. This milestone follows on from significant production equipment upgrades in 2024 and marks a major step forward in PROK’s continued investment
New Cat® C32B Engine Delivers High Power Density and Improved Durability
October 13, 2025
Caterpillar has introduced the Cat® C32B diesel engine, a new power platform featuring best-in-class power density and enhanced durability for large off-highway machines and equipment. Available now at Cat dealers worldwide, the new 32.1-liter, 12-cylinder engine has been re-engineered with
Komatsu Unveils Historic P&H 2100BL Shovel Monument at Elko, Nevada Facility
October 13, 2025
Komatsu’s P&H 2100BL electric rope shovel to serve as a landmark at its Elko, Nevada, has arrived at its campus. A symbol of engineering excellence and mining innovation, the shovel has been relocated from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to serve as a
KSB GIW Launches Second-Generation GIW® LCC Slurry Pump Series with Upgraded Design
October 3, 2025
KSB GIW has launched the GIW® LCC Gen2 slurry pump series, a redesigned and upgraded version of its proven GIW® LCC line. “The GIW® LCC Gen2 was developed with direct customer feedback to make an efficient, reliable pump even easier
RST Solutions Deploys Technology to Support Dust, Sediment Control in Mining Exploration
September 29, 2025
RST Solutions is playing a vital role in supporting the nation’s growing mining exploration industry through the delivery of advanced dust suppression and sediment control technologies that enhance environmental performance and operational efficiency. As exploration activity accelerates across the country
Sandvik Launches AutoMine® Surface Drilling Training Simulator
September 22, 2025
Sandvik Mining has introduced a new AutoMine® Surface Drilling Training Simulator, designed to accelerate operator competence and enhance the efficiency of automated drilling operations. Available for all i-series surface drill rigs, the simulator delivers a realistic, safe and cost-effective training
Metso Expands Slurry Handling Portfolio with Acquisition of Q&R Industrial Hoses in Australia
September 19, 2025
Metso has signed an agreement to acquire Q&R Industrial Hoses, a privately owned Australian company specializing in the manufacture of pinch valve sleeves, rubber hoses, and other rubber products and linings. This acquisition marks another step in Metso’s commitment
Cummins and Komatsu to Collaborate on Joint Mining Hybrid Development and Deployment Plan
September 17, 2025
Cummins and Komatsu have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development of hybrid powertrains for surface haulage heavy mining equipment. As part of this collaboration, Komatsu has included Wabtec, its drive system supplier, extending their involvement
Glencore Technology Celebrates 500th Jameson Cell Installation at New Gold’s New Afton Mine
September 12, 2025
New Gold’s installation of a Jameson Cell cleaning circuit at New Afton marks the 500th Jameson Cell worldwide — a major milestone that reinforces Glencore Technology’s global leadership in flotation technology. After extensive independent research, New Gold approached Glencore Technology
