Westgold puts staff first as COVID impacts operations (0) March 25, 2022 Increasing COVID-19 cases in Western Australia have caused staffing problems for miners with Westgold Resources and Wiluna Mining reporting operations impacted by quarantined workers.
Orica crushes material measurement with new FRAGTrack (0) March 25, 2022 Orica has developed FRAGTrack Crusher, a blast fragmentation technology using artificial intelligence (AI) for material measurement during truck tipping.
Rinehart and Twiggy top Australia’s rich list again (0) March 25, 2022 Australia’s top 10 richest people of 2022 have been revealed with mining magnate Gina Rinehart topping the list for the second year in a row.
Plotlogic catches the eye of BHP, Google investors (0) March 25, 2022 PlotLogic, a mining technology start-up, has raised $25 million to support its OreSense geological mapping technology, benefitting customers such as BHP, Anglo American and Glencore.
Port of Dampier set for new multi-user wharf (0) March 25, 2022 Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has sought expressions of interest for the design and construction of a new wharf at the Port of Dampier in Western Australia.
Karara seeks 2050 expansion (0) March 24, 2022 Karara Mining has proposed to expand its namesake iron ore project in Western Australia, with a new mine life to 2050 and a production rate of 37Mtpa
Gold leads exploration expenditure in the NT (0) March 24, 2022 Mineral exploration expenditure in the Northern Territory is booming with figures from the December quarter up 38 per cent to $45.1 million on the previous period in 2020.
Thunderbird is go with GR Engineering deal (0) March 24, 2022 GR Engineering has won a $179.5 million contract with Kimberley Mineral Sands for a processing plant at the Thunderbird operations in WA.
Follow the leaders: This month’s executive movements (0) March 24, 2022 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at DRA Global, Schlam and Gold Industry Group.
Engineering group DRA Global managing director and chief executive officer Andrew ...
Sandvik to trial 3D printing for machine parts (0) March 24, 2022 Sandvik and Boliden are conducting a small-scale trial of 3D manufactured parts that will be installed on underground drill rigs.
Weir Minerals and AVEVA band together (0) March 24, 2022 Weir Minerals, a leading supplier of equipment and services to the mining industry, and AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, have signed a digital ...
SensOre, Unico sign for upscaled exploration tech (0) March 23, 2022 SensOre has signed with Unico to commercialise its mining exploration technology which improves success rates using artificial intelligence.
Engineering skills shortage solution (0) March 23, 2022 Engineers Australia is providing free, fast-tracked skills assessments as part of a Government incentive to address the skills shortage.
Mincor gets first nickel from Cassini (0) March 23, 2022 Mincor Resources has achieved another first development ore intersected on schedule at the new Cassini nickel mine in Western Australia.
Haslett succeeds Bell as Schlam chairperson (0) March 23, 2022 Perth-based mining company Schlam has appointed David Haslett as its new board chairperson, effective from February 1, 2022.
Used equipment back in vogue: Report (0) March 23, 2022 Used equipment sales have skyrocketed in a range of industries over the past 12 months, as tightened supply chains saw buyers getting competitive for locally sourced machines.
Alien lands on the Munni Munni (0) March 23, 2022 Alien Metals has moved to secure one the Australia’s largest platinum group element (PGE) bodies with the 100 per cent acquisition of the Munni Munni project in the Pilbara region ...
Australia’s diesel supply secured by storage funding (0) March 22, 2022 The Federal Government has invested in domestic storage of diesel fuel to ensure key industries of mining and agriculture can withstand rising fuel prices caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Austin takes order book to new heights (0) March 22, 2022 Austin Engineering has doubled its order book year-on-year with thanks in part to Australia’s uptake of new Ultima truck trays, despite a challenging market in Western Australia.
Fortescue adopts Dyno Nobel differential energy (0) March 22, 2022 Dyno Nobel to supply Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in the Pilbara with its differential energy blasting technology.
Thiess Rehabilitation turns new leaf in mining services (0) March 22, 2022 Global mining services company Thiess has launched a standalone rehabilitation business to ensure the responsible planning and undertaking of post-mining operations.
METS set for India export support (0) March 22, 2022 A $1.5 million program will help create new export opportunities in India for Australia’s mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies which will be delivered by Austmine.
Glencore sells CSA copper mine to MAC (0) March 21, 2022 MAC has entered into an agreement with Glencore to acquire the CSA copper mine in the mining jurisdiction of western NSW for $1.48 million.
Silicon, HPA recognised in Critical Minerals Strategy (0) March 21, 2022 The Federal Government has added two more minerals to the critical minerals list as part of its 2022 Critical Minerals Strategy.
High purity alumina (HPA) and silicon were added to a ...
Whitehaven coal donated to Ukraine, Russian sanctions ramp up (0) March 21, 2022 The Federal Government has increased its support of an embattled Ukraine while further sanctioning the invading Russia, with several mining companies chipping in for the cause.
MPS approval for Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (0) March 21, 2022 Ardea Resources has received Major Project Status (MPS) for its $1.165 billion Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (KNP) which incorporates a new mine and processing plant in Western Australia.
Coffee can replace coal in steel making: UNSW (0) March 18, 2022 The University of New South Wales has published three papers in favour of replacing coal with coffee grounds and hydrogen in its patented Green Steel technology.
Vitrinite highwall changes the coal mining game (0) March 18, 2022 Vitrinite has signed Gainwell Engineering to the first contract at the Vulcan coal mine in QLD, for the supply of a highwall mining unit.
Investment needed to fill mining skills shortage: MCA (0) March 18, 2022 Australia’s mining workforce has grown by more than 20,000 people in the past year and supported 5000 new apprentices as the nation’s unemployment rate continues to fall, according to the ...
FLSmidth sets sail for Port of Gladstone (0) March 18, 2022 FLSmidth will build Gladstone Ports Corporation’s new shiploader 1 and decommission the old shiploader in a safe and sustainable manner.
Long-awaited 2021 Prospect Awards winners announced (0) March 18, 2022 Roy Hill has taken home Australian Mine of the Year at the 2021 Prospect Awards after the awards night took place in Brisbane on Thursday.
TOMRA ore sorter out of this world for Galaxy (0) March 18, 2022 TOMRA Mining has been engaged by Galaxy Resources to help process contaminated lithium ore at the Mt Cattlin mine in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto takes another step in First Nations protection (0) March 17, 2022 Rio Tinto has welcomed a discussion paper on cultural heritage protection laws, compiled by the Commonwealth Government and the First Nations Heritage Protection Alliance.
Cat autonomously hauls 1bn tonnes in 2021 (0) March 17, 2022 Caterpillar trucks equipped with Cat MineStar Command make mining history by autonomously hauling 1.2 billion tonnes of material in 2021.
Challenges galore in low-emissions technology (0) March 17, 2022 The WA Government has partnered with NERA to ask SMEs to submit low-emissions technology solutions to the LETs Pitch WA challenge.
Critical minerals research boosted by further funding (0) March 17, 2022 The Federal Government has committed $50 million over three years to establish the virtual National Critical Minerals Research and Development Centre, which will draw together expertise from CSIRO, Geoscience Australia, ...
Rio Tinto invites industry to wastewater challenge (0) March 16, 2022 Rio Tinto has called on the mining, equipment, technology and services (METS) sector to find a solution to remove selected particles from mining water resources.
Nickel comes back online after record rally (0) March 16, 2022 The London Metals Exchange (LME) will reopen its nickel market from 4pm Western Australia time on Wednesday, March 16, after it was suspended for a week following unsustainable prices about ...
Australia secures domestic supply of critical minerals (0) March 16, 2022 The Federal Government has dedicated $243 million across Australia’s critical minerals industry to reduce the country’s reliance on Chinese resources.
Commonwealth pledges $128.5m to streamline environmental approvals (0) March 16, 2022 Australia’s mining industry has welcomed the Federal Government’s recent plan to protect the environment while supporting economic recovery and creating jobs in regional communities.
Scholar to research integrating EVs into mining (0) March 16, 2022 Professor Iqbal Husain secures a scholarship to undertake research at Curtin University on the integration of electric vehicles into mining.
Coates welcomes newest project manager (0) March 15, 2022 Coates Engineering Solutions (ES) has conducted a Q&A with new Transformation project manager Maykon Capelasso to provide a glimpse into the evolving world of equipment engineering and manufacturing.
Swift Networks commences key mining projects (0) March 15, 2022 Swift has commenced delivery of seven new projects across Australia’s mining industry including with Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, Strandline, Oz Minerals and South32.
South32 expands K2Fly for dams and tailings (0) March 15, 2022 South32 has expanded its use of K2Fly software to improve environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance across its Australian and South American operations.
Dartbrook coal mine finally wins five-year extension (0) March 15, 2022 Australian Pacific Coal has been granted a five-year extension for mining operations at Dartbrook coal mine following years of legal battles.
Feds fund Port Kembla Steelworks expansion (0) March 15, 2022 The Federal Government has given BlueScope Steel $55.4 million for a new facility at its Port Kembla operations in New South Wales, supporting coal and iron ore production in turn.
Meteorite discovery highlights space mining potential (0) March 15, 2022 Drone technology has allowed researchers from Curtin University to study the potential of mining asteroids as a source of rare elements, following the successful discovery of a meteorite in Western ...
WA nickel exploration in the CSIRO spotlight (0) March 15, 2022 Researchers from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, have received funding to study indicator minerals in Western Australia and identify high-grade nickel bodies more efficiently.
OZ Minerals develops new mining provinces (0) March 14, 2022 OZ Minerals has identified expansions at its Prominent Hill and Carrapateena operations as potential multi-generational mining provinces.
India deal to boost critical mineral investment (0) March 14, 2022 The Australian Government has allocated $5.8 million to the three-year Australia-India Critical Minerals Investment Partnership.
Iron ore miners weather the cyclical storm (0) March 14, 2022 A volatile iron ore price caused a few headaches for burgeoning producers in late 2021, but a first quarter recovery has allowed some to return bigger and better in 2022.
Mallina lithium gets DMIRS approval (0) March 14, 2022 Morella Corporation has received DMIRS approval for the Mallina lithium project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
QLD resources community repaid in full (0) March 11, 2022 The Queensland Government has added $53 million to the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF) to improve infrastructure and community wellbeing.
How high can it go? Coal forecasts exceed $500/t (0) March 11, 2022 An independent energy research company expects coal prices to rise above $US500 per tonne in 2022, as the world cuts off Russian resources.
Thiess gets win at Mount Holland lithium (0) March 11, 2022 Thiess has been awarded a four-year contract by Covalent Lithium to deliver mining services at the Mount Holland lithium mine in WA.
Victorian minerals sector sets the standard (0) March 11, 2022 The Victorian minerals industry has increased mineral exploration expenditure by 35 per cent, as its average quarterly growth rate continues to double the national average.
Diversification key to WA economy: CCIWA (0) March 11, 2022 The global acceleration toward decarbonisation will be a significant boost to Western Australia’s critical and battery minerals sectors. according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA’s (CCIWA) Outlook report.
Pilbara Ports continues increased exports (0) March 10, 2022 The Pilbara Ports Authority has seen increased throughput in both Dampier and Port Hedland in February 2022, combining for 52.4 million tonnes.
Uranium soars following Ukrainian war (0) March 10, 2022 The price of uranium has reached 10-year highs above $US53 per pound as supply concerns grow following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Major miners committed to emissions accountability (0) March 10, 2022 Major miners Fortescue Metals Group, Aurizon and South32 have signed up to the new Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency report pilot.
BHP intake comes as coal prices surge (0) March 10, 2022 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has welcomed 51 new apprentices to its operations in the Bowen Basin including Queensland locals.
WA attracts investment following pandemic growth (0) March 10, 2022 The $100 million Investment Attraction Fund (IAF) has been initiated by the Western Australian Government to increase local jobs and demand across a range of sectors including mining.
Bill to help resources sector achieve net zero (0) March 10, 2022 The Western Australian Government will draft a new Bill which aims to provide the state’s mining and natural gas industries with decarbonisation opportunities.
Coal exports more than double (0) March 9, 2022 The ABS latest International Trade in Goods and Services data shows total coal exports increased 159 per cent on the same period last year.
Zenith, 5B break barriers for mine site solar (0) March 9, 2022 Zenith Energy and 5B have signed an ecosystem framework agreement for the deployment of renewable energy assets in Australia, giving mine sites greater access to clean energy.
Floods suspend gold mine as recovery continues (0) March 9, 2022 Catastrophic floods on Australia’s east coast have suspended operations at Aurelia Metals’ Dargues gold mine, 80km east of Canberra, while several major miners donate to recovery efforts.
Komatsu cuts red ribbon on massive facility (0) March 9, 2022 Komatsu has opened an innovation hub and distribution centre in Wacol, Queensland, showcasing the latest technology during its construction and upon completion in an interactive exhibition.
AI to automate MACA mining trucks (0) March 9, 2022 MACA and Position Partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SafeAI to automate a mixed fleet of 100 mining trucks.
Toolkit to assist exploration negotiations (0) March 9, 2022 The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) has launched a comprehensive toolkit to support Victorian mineral explorers and land owner/occupiers to negotiate access for exploration.
Iron ore, nickel prices compete for best-in-show (0) March 8, 2022 The iron ore price has reached six-month highs at $US156 ($212) per tonne (t) after it gained 8 per cent in five consecutive days of growth, mainly due to Russia’s ...
MO carbon filter keeps copper streams clean (0) March 8, 2022 Metso Outotec has launched an activated carbon (AC) filter for more efficient recovery and recycling of battery chemicals, as part of its Planet Positive range.
OZ Minerals crowd challenge announces finalists (0) March 8, 2022 Five teams have been selected to test ideas for the Electric Mine Simulation crowd challenge where they will be supported to develop ideas.
Territory grants a major boost for exploration (0) March 8, 2022 The Northern Territory Government has opened a record $3 million round of grants for the Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations program, addressing knowledge gaps and increasing exploration.
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Australian gold ends record streak in 2021 (0) March 7, 2022 Australia has produced its lowest annual gold volume since 2017, totalling 315 tonnes in 2021 after the first half saw the country momentarily overtake China.
Vic boosts exploration with latest land release (0) March 7, 2022 Victoria’s exploration sector is expected to grow in the coming years, as 11,000 square kilometres of land is released to the public in the state’s west.
Soil shows true mine rehabilitation takes decades (0) March 7, 2022 Researchers from Flinders University have studied soil bacteria from South32, Iluka and Alcoa to understand mine rehabilitation timeframes.
WA borders open to relieve skills shortage (0) March 7, 2022 The Western Australian mining industry has welcomed the opening of the state’s borders as an opportunity to relieve skill shortages in the sector, according to WA Chamber of Minerals and ...
Bowen widens horizons with Broadmeadow East (0) March 7, 2022 Bowen Coking Coal has received final approvals to begin mining at its 33 million tonne Broadmeadow East coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.
How the Russian conflict could affect Gladstone (0) March 4, 2022 Australian aluminium production could be affected by the Russia-Ukraine conflict if major aluminium company UC Rusal joins the growing list of Russian entities to be sanctioned.
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Roy Hill gets Swift entertainment (0) March 4, 2022 Roy Hill has entered into a $3.5 million three-year agreement with Swift to deploy Swift Access to Roy Hill’s mine permanent village.
Golding to surpass $1bn at Baralaba North (0) March 4, 2022 NRW Holdings subsidiary Golding Contractors has signed a letter of intent to perform mining services for Wonbindi Coal at the Baralaba North mine in Queensland.
New Acland delays costing Queensland: QRC (0) March 4, 2022 The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) is calling on the State Government to finalise approvals for the New Acland Mine Stage 3 project, as coal prices surge on the back of ...
Coal price responds to Russia in a big way (0) March 3, 2022 The Newcastle coal futures broke through the $US400 per tonne barrier in response to Russian sanctions this week, more than doubling since the start of 2022.
Cobalt project in Broken Hill gets major win (0) March 3, 2022 Cobalt Blue Holdings’ $560 million Broken Hill Cobalt project has been granted Major Project Status by the Federal Government.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) March 3, 2022 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Rio Tinto, Fortescue Metals Group, Perenti and more.
Industries combine for Indigenous working group (0) March 3, 2022 The Indigenous Reference Group has formed to advance the National Roadmap for Indigenous Skills, Jobs and Wealth Creation, with a number of mining representatives in attendance.
Sandvik introduces new Toro loader (0) March 3, 2022 Sandvik has added a new loader to its Toro family, the Toro LH307, featuring a multitude of design updates and new options.
Core Lithium secures Tesla supply deal (0) March 3, 2022 Core Lithium and Tesla have executed a legally binding term sheet for the supply of lithium spodumene concentrate from Core’s Finniss lithium project in the Northern Territory.
Auto-mate acts to nurture future mining skills (0) March 3, 2022 Auto-mate has continued its direct involvement in Austmine’s METS Career Pathway Program with the appointment of engineering graduate Vinuri Hewamalaweera.
Innovation roadshow to light up Newcastle in 2022 (0) March 2, 2022 Austmine’s Newcastle Mining Innovation Roadshow provides an opportunity for the mining and METS community to build relationships and share ideas about the future of the industry.
Hastings, FLSmidth spring into action at Yangibana (0) March 2, 2022 Hastings Technology Metals has re-activated a contract with FLSmidth for the design and construction of an acid-bake kiln at the Yangibana rare earths project in Western Australia.
Hexagon levels up collision avoidance system (0) March 2, 2022 Hexagon Mining has introduced a significantly improved version of its collision avoidance system, consolidating technology into two hardware components.
The dotted line: February’s biggest contracts (0) March 2, 2022 Keep up with the latest and largest contracts from across the mining sector, including at Pembroke Resources, SIMEC, Monadelphous and more.
Sandvik gets Glencore running day and night (0) March 2, 2022 Glencore has taken advantage of Sandvik’s AutoMine automation technology at the George Fisher zinc-lead-silver mine in Queensland, increasing productivity and cutting loading times.
Offshore off limits for NSW mining (0) March 2, 2022 The New South Wales Government remains committed to a balanced approach to the state’s mineral resources despite ruling out commercial applications for offshore exploration and mining.
Europcar WA in, Thrifty WA out after 24+ years (0) March 2, 2022 AUS Fleet Solutions, the company formally known as Thrifty WA, has dropped its more than 24-year association with the name in favour for greener pastures as Europcar WA.
acQuire EnviroSys software gets a revamp (0) March 1, 2022 acQuire has revealed a new look for its environmental data management solution, EnviroSys that represents a renewed focus on simplicity.
Emesent goes from good to great with Hovermap ST (0) March 1, 2022 Emesent has launched Hovermap ST for autonomous LiDAR (light detection and ranging) mapping, using a new technology to build on a solid reputation of mining data capture.
Nokia trials next-gen 5G with Sandvik mining equipment (0) March 1, 2022 Nokia and Telia are running a live trial with Sandvik, to demonstrate how 5G Edge Slicing functions can operate with different mining equipment.
Atlas Iron gets first ore at Miralga Creek (0) March 1, 2022 Hancock Prospecting subsidiary Atlas Iron has announced its Miralga Creek iron ore mine in Western Australia has achieved first ore earlier than expected.
Hexagon continues growth in auto-drill tech (0) March 1, 2022 Hexagon Mining has partnered with Phoenix Drill Control to improve its capability in autonomous drill technology, combining their platforms to streamline operations.
Record exploration defies dull December (0) March 1, 2022 Australian greenfield mineral exploration set a record of $1.207 billion in 2021, topping the previous high of $1.127 billion from 2012, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Laverton Training Centre gets funding boost (0) March 1, 2022 Australian Potash has received a $250,000 grant from the Western Australian Government to establish the Laverton Training Centre (LTC) to provide vocational training programs and employment pathways for local Aboriginal ...
DDH1, Boart Longyear benefit from exploration boom (0) February 28, 2022 Drilling companies have reaped the rewards of a growing exploration sector, with records in revenue and orders flowing from the likes of DDH1, Boart Longyear and Epiroc.
Data to inform land management decisions (0) February 28, 2022 The US Geological Survey’s Earth Resources Observation and Science Centre has released data from the newest Landsat satellite.
MCA to strengthen critical minerals exploration (0) February 28, 2022 The MCA and KOMIR have signed an MoU that will strengthen cooperation on the exploration and development of critical minerals in Australia.
Calidus commissioning Australia’s next big thing (0) February 28, 2022 Calidus Resources has begun commissioning its Warrawoona gold project in Western Australia, with first gold pour approaching in the coming three months.
New Century back to health after wild weather (0) February 28, 2022 New Century Resources has repaired its ball mill motor at the Century zinc mine in Queensland after severe weather put it out of action in January.
Australian Vanadium docks in Geraldton (0) February 25, 2022 Australian Vanadium signs a joint co-operation agreement with Mid West Ports Authority for the use of facilities at the Port of Geraldton.
Massive funding paves the Outback Way (0) February 25, 2022 The Federal Government has committed $678m to seal the remaining 1000km of Australia’s Outback Way between Laverton, Western Australia and Winton, Queensland, connecting two major mining hubs.
Newmont partners with AusIMM (0) February 25, 2022 The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) has launched a two-year partnership with Newmont Corporation.
Glencore one step closer to Glendell extension (0) February 25, 2022 Glencore has received DPIE recommendation for its Glendell Continued Operations project in the Upper Hunter Valley of NSW to be approved.
Iluka refinery to lead the Western world (0) February 25, 2022 Iluka Resources has made promising progress towards developing a rare earths refinery in Eneabba, Western Australia, with a government-backed feasibility study expected to be finalised in March.
Cobham extends FIFO contract with cobalt producer (0) February 25, 2022 Cobham Regional Services has been awarded a seven-year contract with Glencore subsidiary Minara Resources to provide fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) services to its Murrin Murrin site in the eastern Goldfields region ...
Increasing hydraulic uptime for the mining industry (0) February 24, 2022 BOA Hydraulics has evolved into one of the fastest-growing hydraulic companies, providing a turn-key hydraulic hose repair and maintenance solution.
Martin Engineering safety standards recognised for “zero deficiencies” (0) February 24, 2022 Martin Engineering has solidified its reputation as a pioneer in modern industrial safety with a RAVS Plus award from ISNetworld (ISN) – one of the world’s largest safety compliance groups.
Mastermyne takes control at Cook Colliery (0) February 24, 2022 Mastermyne will earn $280 million over four years as the mining operator at Constellation Mining’s Cook Colliery coal mine in Queensland.
Dolphin mine to focus on environment (0) February 24, 2022 Following its recent regulatory approvals, Group 6 Metals will redevelop the Dolphin Tungsten mine in a way that preserves the environment.
PYBAR broadens horizons with Maxwell coal contract (0) February 24, 2022 PYBAR Mining Services has been named the preferred contractor for access drift development at the Maxwell underground coal project in New South Wales.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) February 24, 2022 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Pilbara Minerals, Anglo American, Energy Resources of Australia and more.
Chinese demand to lift aluminium price: Fitch (0) February 24, 2022 Aluminium prices are predicted to maintain their momentum with an average of US$3000 per tonne in 2022, according to Fitch Solutions.
Curtin bestows honour upon resources legends (0) February 23, 2022 Curtin University has awarded an Honorary Doctorate to two stalwarts of the Australian mining industry, Charlie Bass and Neil Warburton.
Industry, federal funding backs Indigenous leaders (0) February 23, 2022 The Federal Government has pumped $21.9 million into the next generation of Indigenous business leaders which has been well received by the mining industry.
Collecting metals without mining (0) February 23, 2022 EnviroGold Global has signed a binding definitive agreement to reprocess tailings at the Hellyer Gold Mine in Tasmania as part of a push towards metals without mining.
Despite COVID: The growing contractor catchcry (0) February 23, 2022 Australia’s major mining contractors have achieved varying degrees of growth of late, while COVID-19 looms over the industry.
NSW coal defies odds in challenging year (0) February 23, 2022 With robust international demand in 2021, the New South Wales coal sector weathered the COVID pandemic and market changes and emerged with positive export volumes and jobs.
WA prepares for worker shortage with online register (0) February 22, 2022 The Western Australian Government has launched an online registration system to allow critical workers who are asymptomatic close contacts of a COVID-19 case to temporarily attend work during their isolation ...
Iron ore outlook looking stronger by the day: Fitch (0) February 22, 2022 The iron ore price is forecast to remain above $US100 per tonne in the mid-term, as Chinese demand increases and supply remains stable.
Anglo American gets green light for Grosvenor restart (0) February 22, 2022 Anglo American has been cleared to restart its Grosvenor metallurgical coal operations in Queensland after months of work to remedy a methane ignition from May 2020.
Rio Tinto, UWA pair up to boost geology research (0) February 22, 2022 Rio Tinto Iron Ore and the University of Western Australia have partnered to develop innovative data science solutions for automated geology and improve mining practices.
Aggreko takes the stress, emissions out of mine power (0) February 22, 2022 Aggreko has revolutionised mine power generation with its 1300kW ultra-low emissions package, able to remove 99 per cent of controlled emissions.
John Holland puts Gudai-Darri on track (0) February 22, 2022 Leading infrastructure and rail company John Holland has delivered 181km of rail line at Rio Tinto’s new Gudai-Darri production hub in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Rio Tinto ramps up Tassie renewables (0) February 21, 2022 Rio Tinto has partnered with the Tasmanian Government to investigate the development of new industries and boost the resources sector’s contribution to the state’s economy.
Push for affordable housing in mining communities (0) February 21, 2022 The Australian Mining Cities Alliance is campaigning for state and federal governments to address critical housing affordability barriers in mining cities and towns across Australia as part of the next ...
Swift signs seven to begin 2022 (0) February 21, 2022 Swift has revealed seven projects in mining and resources with Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, OZ Minerals, South32 and Strandline Resources.
Emesent ready to execute global expansion plans (0) February 21, 2022 The Australian autonomous mapping and data analytics start-up is ready to implement global expansion plans after closing an oversubscribed $32 million Series A round.
Micromine Nexus forms another piece of the puzzle (0) February 21, 2022 Micromine has further expanded its suite of digital mining products with Micromine Nexus, for data and task management to streamline exploration and mining teams.
Skills shortage despite employment increase: MCA (0) February 18, 2022 The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released its latest labour force data, revealing employment has increased by about 13,000 people.
DEAP expansion to streamline environmental approvals (0) February 18, 2022 The Federal Government’s expansion of the Digital Environmental Assessment Program will bring forward projects for the Western Australian mining sector, according to the Chamber of Minerals and Energy WA.
La Niña to bring more heavy rain to mining areas (0) February 18, 2022 The Australian Bureau of Meteorology has forecast the La Niña weather pattern will continue causing disruptions to the mining sector.
Newcrest plays down Havieron ground delays (0) February 18, 2022 Newcrest Mining has suffered delays in the exploration and development of the Havieron gold-copper project in Western Australia, but the extent remains unclear.
BCI marks construction milestone at Mardie (0) February 18, 2022 BCI Minerals has begun main construction at its Mardie salt and potash project in Western Australia beginning a two-year journey to first salt sales.
Sandvik closing in on another world-first (0) February 18, 2022 Sandvik has almost completed testing the largest battery-electric underground mining truck for use at AngloGold Ashanti’s Sunrise Dam gold mine in Western Australia.
Whitehaven rides record coal price through rough patch (0) February 17, 2022 Whitehaven Coal has made the best of a bad situation, achieving record first-half earnings despite lower production following the scheduled Narrabri mine longwall move.
Sandvik brings AutoMine to surface (0) February 17, 2022 Sandvik’s AutoMine Surface Drilling solution will be implemented in collaboration with existing Sandvik Leopard DI650i drill rigs on site.
SRG locks in $60m mining services (0) February 17, 2022 SRG Global has secured mining services contracts with gold miners in New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.
Veris pipeline passes $190m with Iron Bridge deal (0) February 17, 2022 Veris has become part of developments at Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in Western Australia, signing a contract for pipeline infrastructure.
WA Govt investigates Gascoyne port infrastructure (0) February 17, 2022 The Western Australian Government will investigate the feasibility of a barge loading facility in Carnarvon, as it seeks to meet mining industry demand for port infrastructure in the Gascoyne region.
Critical minerals jobs creeping up on coal (0) February 16, 2022 The Queensland Government’s Collaborative Exploration Initiative (CEI) has handed 13 companies the opportunity to develop the state’s “next wave of resources jobs” in new economy minerals.
Code of practice set to protect WA resource workers (0) February 16, 2022 ECU has helped shape a new initiative making WA the first in Australia to have a code of practice protecting the mental wellbeing of workers.
Iron ore falls hard on Chinese regulation (0) February 16, 2022 The iron ore price has dived $US10.5 per tonne (/t), as China’s trade regulators moved to cool the recent rally to five-month highs above $150 ($AUD209).
BHP, OZ Minerals to support SA water project (0) February 16, 2022 The Federal and South Australian governments have committed $15 million for a business case to take the Northern Water Supply project forward and further secure the state’s water future.
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Liontown agreement with Tesla sets up Kathleen Valley (0) February 16, 2022 Liontown Resources’ Kathleen Valley Lithium Project is on its way to commencing commercial production with its newest agreement with Tesla.
Coronado becomes more ‘self-sufficient’ at Curragh (0) February 16, 2022 Coronado Global Resources will take over the management and operation of four mining fleets from Thiess at the Curragh coal mine in Queensland.
Mining the best in international belt technology (0) February 16, 2022 Gates range of high-performance belts for the mining sector leads the way in terms of innovative products for varying and complex mining applications.
Industry associations seek Govt support (0) February 15, 2022 SACOME and the Minerals Council of Australia are calling for government support to improve mining productivity.
Gold spikes as Russia closes in (0) February 15, 2022 The gold price has risen to its highest point since November 2020 in Australian dollar terms, as tensions between Russia and Ukraine worried investors.
RPMGlobal optimising mining organisations (0) February 15, 2022 RPMGlobal has released a multi-site optimiser that evaluates multiple operations to maximise the value of an entire mining organisation.
Mincor nickel en route to Kambalda concentrator (0) February 15, 2022 Mincor Resources has sent the first parcel of ore from its Kambalda nickel operations to BHP Nickel West’s Kambalda nickel concentrator in Western Australia.
Pentium prioritises BHP with dual rotary rig (0) February 15, 2022 Vysarn subsidiary Pentium Hydro has been awarded a goods and services contract by BHP Nickel West for drilling and monitoring of bore holes.
Rio Tinto enters the space race (0) February 15, 2022 Rio Tinto has joined the Australian Remote Operations for Space and Earth (AROSE) consortium in a bid to join members in advancing Australia’s world-leading position in remote operations.
Whitehaven Narrabri mine extension nears (0) February 14, 2022 Whitehaven Coal’s Narrabri underground mine in North-West NSW is one step closer to extending the life of the mine from 2031 to 2044.
OZ cements its place in SA (0) February 14, 2022 OZ Minerals has extended a deal with Adbri for the supply of cementitious materials to its Carrapateena copper mine in South Australia with a $10 million contract.
Silver strong: Record demand forecast in 2022 (0) February 14, 2022 The Silver Institute has forecast global silver demand to rise to a record 1.112 billion ounces in 2022 as traditional and green technologies increase its use.
Rio Tinto co-designs milestone plan with Yinhawangka people (0) February 14, 2022 Rio Tinto and the Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation have agreed on a co-designed management plan to ensure the protection of significant social and cultural heritage values.
Monadelphous’ $400m contracts cover all bases (0) February 14, 2022 Monadelphous has revealed a basket of new contracts in the resources and energy sectors worth about $400 million, including with South32, Newcrest and Codelco.
Traditional Owners deserve more agency, Committee suggests (0) February 11, 2022 The Joint Standing Committee on Northern Australia has discussed how best to integrate Australia’s Traditional Owners into land management practices, as they seek to leverage their native claim to land.
Pilbara deal boosts NRW contracts (0) February 11, 2022 NRW Holdings has announced it has secured a number of new contracts valued at $110 million across the resources and infrastructure sectors.
Queensland shows love for local manufacturing (0) February 11, 2022 Queensland’s resources sector has benefitted from a flurry of funding and local manufacturing developments, setting up both Rockhampton and Gladstone for the future.
MacKellar takes Western Plant Hire under its wing (0) February 11, 2022 MacKellar Group and Western Plant Hire have formed a strategic partnership to fast-track growth of the latter’s range of heavy mining equipment.
IMARC returns with new dates (0) February 11, 2022 Australia’s largest annual mining and resources event, IMARC has been rescheduled for October 17-19, 2022, at the Melbourne Showgrounds.
Coal grants boost Sustainable Mineral Institute research (0) February 11, 2022 The University of Queensland has been awarded more than $1.2m in Australian Coal Industry’s Research Program grants for sustainable resource research.
Premium tool cabinets: The perfect workshop addition (0) February 11, 2022 CBC’s premium partner, SP Tools, has reimagined the traditional big green toolbox with their new range of Sumo Series Roller Cabinets.
ARDVARC autonomous technology allows for superior drill control (0) February 11, 2022 FLANDERS’ ARDVARC control system combines PLC control with Windows-based computer applications to co-ordinate control of any electric, or electric-over hydraulically controlled OEM drill rig.
Fortescue plans unrivalled renewables hub (0) February 10, 2022 Fortescue Metals Group has proposed to construct a 5.4 gigawatt (GW) renewable energy hub in the Pilbara region of Western Australia to fulfil its net-zero promise by 2030.
Aquila commissioning complete: Anglo American (0) February 10, 2022 Anglo American has made its first longwall shear at the new Aquila coal mine in Central Queensland, adding seven years of life to the existing Capcoal operations.
TPG and Nokia create private network for mines (0) February 10, 2022 TPG Telecom has signed a MoU with Nokia to develop and deliver mobile private network innovations for the mining sector.
SIMEC blasts SRG Global with $150m deal (0) February 10, 2022 SRG Global has been awarded a $150 million contract for the provision of mining services at SIMEC Mining’s iron ore operations in SA.
Hercules EXO proves a grand Schlam (0) February 10, 2022 WA-based product and services supplier Schlam has launched its next-generation dump body that offers iron ore miners both a higher payload potential and longer service life.
Anglo American has ceased mining activities at the Moranbah North coal mine in Queensland, following an incident moving old equipment from an underground roadway.
Increasing COVID-19 cases in Western Australia have caused staffing problems for miners with Westgold Resources and Wiluna Mining reporting operations impacted by quarantined workers.
Orica has developed FRAGTrack Crusher, a blast fragmentation technology using artificial intelligence (AI) for material measurement during truck tipping.
Australia’s top 10 richest people of 2022 have been revealed with mining magnate Gina Rinehart topping the list for the second year in a row.
PlotLogic, a mining technology start-up, has raised $25 million to support its OreSense geological mapping technology, benefitting customers such as BHP, Anglo American and Glencore.
Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has sought expressions of interest for the design and construction of a new wharf at the Port of Dampier in Western Australia.
The ABS latest Labour Force Survey data showing total mining employment has increased by over 26,000 people in the past year.
Karara Mining has proposed to expand its namesake iron ore project in Western Australia, with a new mine life to 2050 and a production rate of 37Mtpa
Mineral exploration expenditure in the Northern Territory is booming with figures from the December quarter up 38 per cent to $45.1 million on the previous period in 2020.
GR Engineering has won a $179.5 million contract with Kimberley Mineral Sands for a processing plant at the Thunderbird operations in WA.
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Sandvik and Boliden are conducting a small-scale trial of 3D manufactured parts that will be installed on underground drill rigs.
Weir Minerals, a leading supplier of equipment and services to the mining industry, and AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, have signed a digital ...
SensOre has signed with Unico to commercialise its mining exploration technology which improves success rates using artificial intelligence.
Engineers Australia is providing free, fast-tracked skills assessments as part of a Government incentive to address the skills shortage.
Mincor Resources has achieved another first development ore intersected on schedule at the new Cassini nickel mine in Western Australia.
Perth-based mining company Schlam has appointed David Haslett as its new board chairperson, effective from February 1, 2022.
Used equipment sales have skyrocketed in a range of industries over the past 12 months, as tightened supply chains saw buyers getting competitive for locally sourced machines.
Alien Metals has moved to secure one the Australia’s largest platinum group element (PGE) bodies with the 100 per cent acquisition of the Munni Munni project in the Pilbara region ...
The Federal Government has invested in domestic storage of diesel fuel to ensure key industries of mining and agriculture can withstand rising fuel prices caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Austin Engineering has doubled its order book year-on-year with thanks in part to Australia’s uptake of new Ultima truck trays, despite a challenging market in Western Australia.
Dyno Nobel to supply Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in the Pilbara with its differential energy blasting technology.
Global mining services company Thiess has launched a standalone rehabilitation business to ensure the responsible planning and undertaking of post-mining operations.
Newcrest partners with Microsoft, to collaborate on programs of work including the use of digital twins to improve operations.
A $1.5 million program will help create new export opportunities in India for Australia’s mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies which will be delivered by Austmine.
MAC has entered into an agreement with Glencore to acquire the CSA copper mine in the mining jurisdiction of western NSW for $1.48 million.
OZ Minerals, Janus Electric and Qube have partnered on a world first trial to use battery-electric trucks for heavy haulage across Australia.
The Federal Government has added two more minerals to the critical minerals list as part of its 2022 Critical Minerals Strategy.
High purity alumina (HPA) and silicon were added to a ...
The Federal Government has increased its support of an embattled Ukraine while further sanctioning the invading Russia, with several mining companies chipping in for the cause.
Ardea Resources has received Major Project Status (MPS) for its $1.165 billion Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (KNP) which incorporates a new mine and processing plant in Western Australia.
The University of New South Wales has published three papers in favour of replacing coal with coffee grounds and hydrogen in its patented Green Steel technology.
Vitrinite has signed Gainwell Engineering to the first contract at the Vulcan coal mine in QLD, for the supply of a highwall mining unit.
Australia’s mining workforce has grown by more than 20,000 people in the past year and supported 5000 new apprentices as the nation’s unemployment rate continues to fall, according to the ...
FLSmidth will build Gladstone Ports Corporation’s new shiploader 1 and decommission the old shiploader in a safe and sustainable manner.
Roy Hill has taken home Australian Mine of the Year at the 2021 Prospect Awards after the awards night took place in Brisbane on Thursday.
TOMRA Mining has been engaged by Galaxy Resources to help process contaminated lithium ore at the Mt Cattlin mine in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto has welcomed a discussion paper on cultural heritage protection laws, compiled by the Commonwealth Government and the First Nations Heritage Protection Alliance.
Bauxite production in Australia is expected to grow in the coming years with the country to remain the largest global producer of bauxite.
Anglo American has successfully trialled biofuel in its chartered shipping fleet to reduce carbon emissions by about 10 per cent.
Caterpillar trucks equipped with Cat MineStar Command make mining history by autonomously hauling 1.2 billion tonnes of material in 2021.
The WA Government has partnered with NERA to ask SMEs to submit low-emissions technology solutions to the LETs Pitch WA challenge.
Terrain Tamer has developed a sealed alternator assembly, best suited to heavy duty conditions, for the Toyota Landcruiser VDJ76/78/79 models.
Rio Tinto has called on the mining, equipment, technology and services (METS) sector to find a solution to remove selected particles from mining water resources.
The London Metals Exchange (LME) will reopen its nickel market from 4pm Western Australia time on Wednesday, March 16, after it was suspended for a week following unsustainable prices about ...
Gold prices are expected to average $US1900 per ounce in 2022, with Fitch Solutions revised price reflecting the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The Federal Government has dedicated $243 million across Australia’s critical minerals industry to reduce the country’s reliance on Chinese resources.
Australia’s mining industry has welcomed the Federal Government’s recent plan to protect the environment while supporting economic recovery and creating jobs in regional communities.
Professor Iqbal Husain secures a scholarship to undertake research at Curtin University on the integration of electric vehicles into mining.
Coates Engineering Solutions (ES) has conducted a Q&A with new Transformation project manager Maykon Capelasso to provide a glimpse into the evolving world of equipment engineering and manufacturing.
Swift has commenced delivery of seven new projects across Australia’s mining industry including with Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, Strandline, Oz Minerals and South32.
South32 has expanded its use of K2Fly software to improve environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance across its Australian and South American operations.
Australian Pacific Coal has been granted a five-year extension for mining operations at Dartbrook coal mine following years of legal battles.
The Federal Government has given BlueScope Steel $55.4 million for a new facility at its Port Kembla operations in New South Wales, supporting coal and iron ore production in turn.
Drone technology has allowed researchers from Curtin University to study the potential of mining asteroids as a source of rare elements, following the successful discovery of a meteorite in Western ...
FLSmidth has signed an agreement with Microsoft to accelerate its digital journey for the mining and cement industries.
Researchers from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, have received funding to study indicator minerals in Western Australia and identify high-grade nickel bodies more efficiently.
OZ Minerals has identified expansions at its Prominent Hill and Carrapateena operations as potential multi-generational mining provinces.
The Australian Government has allocated $5.8 million to the three-year Australia-India Critical Minerals Investment Partnership.
A volatile iron ore price caused a few headaches for burgeoning producers in late 2021, but a first quarter recovery has allowed some to return bigger and better in 2022.
Morella Corporation has received DMIRS approval for the Mallina lithium project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
The Queensland Government has added $53 million to the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF) to improve infrastructure and community wellbeing.
Suvo Strategic Minerals and Curtin University will investigate high reactivity metakaolin as a sustainable solution in decarbonising cement.
An independent energy research company expects coal prices to rise above $US500 per tonne in 2022, as the world cuts off Russian resources.
Thiess has been awarded a four-year contract by Covalent Lithium to deliver mining services at the Mount Holland lithium mine in WA.
The Victorian minerals industry has increased mineral exploration expenditure by 35 per cent, as its average quarterly growth rate continues to double the national average.
The global acceleration toward decarbonisation will be a significant boost to Western Australia’s critical and battery minerals sectors. according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA’s (CCIWA) Outlook report.
The Pilbara Ports Authority has seen increased throughput in both Dampier and Port Hedland in February 2022, combining for 52.4 million tonnes.
The price of uranium has reached 10-year highs above $US53 per pound as supply concerns grow following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Major miners Fortescue Metals Group, Aurizon and South32 have signed up to the new Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency report pilot.
BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has welcomed 51 new apprentices to its operations in the Bowen Basin including Queensland locals.
The $100 million Investment Attraction Fund (IAF) has been initiated by the Western Australian Government to increase local jobs and demand across a range of sectors including mining.
The Western Australian Government will draft a new Bill which aims to provide the state’s mining and natural gas industries with decarbonisation opportunities.
Zenith Energy and 5B have signed an ecosystem framework agreement for the deployment of renewable energy assets in Australia, giving mine sites greater access to clean energy.
Komatsu has opened an innovation hub and distribution centre in Wacol, Queensland, showcasing the latest technology during its construction and upon completion in an interactive exhibition.
MACA and Position Partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SafeAI to automate a mixed fleet of 100 mining trucks.
The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) has launched a comprehensive toolkit to support Victorian mineral explorers and land owner/occupiers to negotiate access for exploration.
Metso Outotec has launched an activated carbon (AC) filter for more efficient recovery and recycling of battery chemicals, as part of its Planet Positive range.
Five teams have been selected to test ideas for the Electric Mine Simulation crowd challenge where they will be supported to develop ideas.
Australia has produced its lowest annual gold volume since 2017, totalling 315 tonnes in 2021 after the first half saw the country momentarily overtake China.
Researchers from Flinders University have studied soil bacteria from South32, Iluka and Alcoa to understand mine rehabilitation timeframes.
The Western Australian mining industry has welcomed the opening of the state’s borders as an opportunity to relieve skill shortages in the sector, according to WA Chamber of Minerals and ...
Bowen Coking Coal has received final approvals to begin mining at its 33 million tonne Broadmeadow East coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.
Australian aluminium production could be affected by the Russia-Ukraine conflict if major aluminium company UC Rusal joins the growing list of Russian entities to be sanctioned.
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Keep up with the latest progress in Australian mines, including from OZ Minerals, Glencore, Iluka, Stanmore and Anglo American.
Roy Hill has entered into a $3.5 million three-year agreement with Swift to deploy Swift Access to Roy Hill’s mine permanent village.
NRW Holdings subsidiary Golding Contractors has signed a letter of intent to perform mining services for Wonbindi Coal at the Baralaba North mine in Queensland.
The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) is calling on the State Government to finalise approvals for the New Acland Mine Stage 3 project, as coal prices surge on the back of ...
Cobalt Blue Holdings’ $560 million Broken Hill Cobalt project has been granted Major Project Status by the Federal Government.
The Indigenous Reference Group has formed to advance the National Roadmap for Indigenous Skills, Jobs and Wealth Creation, with a number of mining representatives in attendance.
Sandvik has added a new loader to its Toro family, the Toro LH307, featuring a multitude of design updates and new options.
Core Lithium and Tesla have executed a legally binding term sheet for the supply of lithium spodumene concentrate from Core’s Finniss lithium project in the Northern Territory.
Austmine’s Newcastle Mining Innovation Roadshow provides an opportunity for the mining and METS community to build relationships and share ideas about the future of the industry.
Hastings Technology Metals has re-activated a contract with FLSmidth for the design and construction of an acid-bake kiln at the Yangibana rare earths project in Western Australia.
Fortescue Metals Group has commenced the development of a regenerating battery-electric iron ore train project, the Infinity Train.
Hexagon Mining has introduced a significantly improved version of its collision avoidance system, consolidating technology into two hardware components.
Keep up with the latest and largest contracts from across the mining sector, including at Pembroke Resources, SIMEC, Monadelphous and more.
Glencore has taken advantage of Sandvik’s AutoMine automation technology at the George Fisher zinc-lead-silver mine in Queensland, increasing productivity and cutting loading times.
AUS Fleet Solutions, the company formally known as Thrifty WA, has dropped its more than 24-year association with the name in favour for greener pastures as Europcar WA.
acQuire has revealed a new look for its environmental data management solution, EnviroSys that represents a renewed focus on simplicity.
Emesent has launched Hovermap ST for autonomous LiDAR (light detection and ranging) mapping, using a new technology to build on a solid reputation of mining data capture.
Nokia and Telia are running a live trial with Sandvik, to demonstrate how 5G Edge Slicing functions can operate with different mining equipment.
Hancock Prospecting subsidiary Atlas Iron has announced its Miralga Creek iron ore mine in Western Australia has achieved first ore earlier than expected.
Hexagon Mining has partnered with Phoenix Drill Control to improve its capability in autonomous drill technology, combining their platforms to streamline operations.
Australian greenfield mineral exploration set a record of $1.207 billion in 2021, topping the previous high of $1.127 billion from 2012, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Australian Potash has received a $250,000 grant from the Western Australian Government to establish the Laverton Training Centre (LTC) to provide vocational training programs and employment pathways for local Aboriginal ...
Drilling companies have reaped the rewards of a growing exploration sector, with records in revenue and orders flowing from the likes of DDH1, Boart Longyear and Epiroc.
The US Geological Survey’s Earth Resources Observation and Science Centre has released data from the newest Landsat satellite.
The MCA and KOMIR have signed an MoU that will strengthen cooperation on the exploration and development of critical minerals in Australia.
Calidus Resources has begun commissioning its Warrawoona gold project in Western Australia, with first gold pour approaching in the coming three months.
New Century Resources has repaired its ball mill motor at the Century zinc mine in Queensland after severe weather put it out of action in January.
Global Road Technology has been recognised by market research firm Allied Market Research as a global leader in stopping dust as a mine or construction site hazard
Australian Vanadium signs a joint co-operation agreement with Mid West Ports Authority for the use of facilities at the Port of Geraldton.
The Federal Government has committed $678m to seal the remaining 1000km of Australia’s Outback Way between Laverton, Western Australia and Winton, Queensland, connecting two major mining hubs.
The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) has launched a two-year partnership with Newmont Corporation.
Iluka Resources has made promising progress towards developing a rare earths refinery in Eneabba, Western Australia, with a government-backed feasibility study expected to be finalised in March.
Cobham Regional Services has been awarded a seven-year contract with Glencore subsidiary Minara Resources to provide fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) services to its Murrin Murrin site in the eastern Goldfields region ...
Westmoreland Kemmerer is a bituminous coal mine that has been active since 1897, first as an underground operation and then to surface mining in the 1950s.
The benefits of combining operational data management with predictive analytics are being discovered as mines look to digital transformation.
BOA Hydraulics has evolved into one of the fastest-growing hydraulic companies, providing a turn-key hydraulic hose repair and maintenance solution.
Martin Engineering has solidified its reputation as a pioneer in modern industrial safety with a RAVS Plus award from ISNetworld (ISN) – one of the world’s largest safety compliance groups.
Mastermyne will earn $280 million over four years as the mining operator at Constellation Mining’s Cook Colliery coal mine in Queensland.
Following its recent regulatory approvals, Group 6 Metals will redevelop the Dolphin Tungsten mine in a way that preserves the environment.
PYBAR Mining Services has been named the preferred contractor for access drift development at the Maxwell underground coal project in New South Wales.
Aluminium prices are predicted to maintain their momentum with an average of US$3000 per tonne in 2022, according to Fitch Solutions.
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Curtin University has awarded an Honorary Doctorate to two stalwarts of the Australian mining industry, Charlie Bass and Neil Warburton.
The Federal Government has pumped $21.9 million into the next generation of Indigenous business leaders which has been well received by the mining industry.
Australia’s major mining contractors have achieved varying degrees of growth of late, while COVID-19 looms over the industry.
With robust international demand in 2021, the New South Wales coal sector weathered the COVID pandemic and market changes and emerged with positive export volumes and jobs.
The Western Australian Government has launched an online registration system to allow critical workers who are asymptomatic close contacts of a COVID-19 case to temporarily attend work during their isolation ...
The iron ore price is forecast to remain above $US100 per tonne in the mid-term, as Chinese demand increases and supply remains stable.
Anglo American has been cleared to restart its Grosvenor metallurgical coal operations in Queensland after months of work to remedy a methane ignition from May 2020.
Aggreko has revolutionised mine power generation with its 1300kW ultra-low emissions package, able to remove 99 per cent of controlled emissions.
Leading infrastructure and rail company John Holland has delivered 181km of rail line at Rio Tinto’s new Gudai-Darri production hub in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Rio Tinto has partnered with the Tasmanian Government to investigate the development of new industries and boost the resources sector’s contribution to the state’s economy.
The Australian Mining Cities Alliance is campaigning for state and federal governments to address critical housing affordability barriers in mining cities and towns across Australia as part of the next ...
Swift has revealed seven projects in mining and resources with Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, OZ Minerals, South32 and Strandline Resources.
The Australian autonomous mapping and data analytics start-up is ready to implement global expansion plans after closing an oversubscribed $32 million Series A round.
Micromine has further expanded its suite of digital mining products with Micromine Nexus, for data and task management to streamline exploration and mining teams.
Newcrest Mining has suffered delays in the exploration and development of the Havieron gold-copper project in Western Australia, but the extent remains unclear.
BCI Minerals has begun main construction at its Mardie salt and potash project in Western Australia beginning a two-year journey to first salt sales.
Sandvik has almost completed testing the largest battery-electric underground mining truck for use at AngloGold Ashanti’s Sunrise Dam gold mine in Western Australia.
Whitehaven Coal has made the best of a bad situation, achieving record first-half earnings despite lower production following the scheduled Narrabri mine longwall move.
Sandvik’s AutoMine Surface Drilling solution will be implemented in collaboration with existing Sandvik Leopard DI650i drill rigs on site.
Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at New Hope Group, OceanaGold, Austral Resources and more.
SRG Global has secured mining services contracts with gold miners in New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.
ECU has helped shape a new initiative making WA the first in Australia to have a code of practice protecting the mental wellbeing of workers.
Liontown Resources’ Kathleen Valley Lithium Project is on its way to commencing commercial production with its newest agreement with Tesla.
Coronado Global Resources will take over the management and operation of four mining fleets from Thiess at the Curragh coal mine in Queensland.
Gates range of high-performance belts for the mining sector leads the way in terms of innovative products for varying and complex mining applications.
The gold price has risen to its highest point since November 2020 in Australian dollar terms, as tensions between Russia and Ukraine worried investors.
RPMGlobal has released a multi-site optimiser that evaluates multiple operations to maximise the value of an entire mining organisation.
Mincor Resources has sent the first parcel of ore from its Kambalda nickel operations to BHP Nickel West’s Kambalda nickel concentrator in Western Australia.
Vysarn subsidiary Pentium Hydro has been awarded a goods and services contract by BHP Nickel West for drilling and monitoring of bore holes.
Rio Tinto has joined the Australian Remote Operations for Space and Earth (AROSE) consortium in a bid to join members in advancing Australia’s world-leading position in remote operations.
Whitehaven Coal’s Narrabri underground mine in North-West NSW is one step closer to extending the life of the mine from 2031 to 2044.
OZ Minerals has extended a deal with Adbri for the supply of cementitious materials to its Carrapateena copper mine in South Australia with a $10 million contract.
The Silver Institute has forecast global silver demand to rise to a record 1.112 billion ounces in 2022 as traditional and green technologies increase its use.
Rio Tinto and the Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation have agreed on a co-designed management plan to ensure the protection of significant social and cultural heritage values.
NRW Holdings has announced it has secured a number of new contracts valued at $110 million across the resources and infrastructure sectors.
MacKellar Group and Western Plant Hire have formed a strategic partnership to fast-track growth of the latter’s range of heavy mining equipment.
Australia’s largest annual mining and resources event, IMARC has been rescheduled for October 17-19, 2022, at the Melbourne Showgrounds.
CBC’s premium partner, SP Tools, has reimagined the traditional big green toolbox with their new range of Sumo Series Roller Cabinets.
FLANDERS’ ARDVARC control system combines PLC control with Windows-based computer applications to co-ordinate control of any electric, or electric-over hydraulically controlled OEM drill rig.
Fortescue Metals Group has proposed to construct a 5.4 gigawatt (GW) renewable energy hub in the Pilbara region of Western Australia to fulfil its net-zero promise by 2030.
Anglo American has made its first longwall shear at the new Aquila coal mine in Central Queensland, adding seven years of life to the existing Capcoal operations.
TPG Telecom has signed a MoU with Nokia to develop and deliver mobile private network innovations for the mining sector.
SRG Global has been awarded a $150 million contract for the provision of mining services at SIMEC Mining’s iron ore operations in SA.
WA-based product and services supplier Schlam has launched its next-generation dump body that offers iron ore miners both a higher payload potential and longer service life.
Global Road Technology is unveiling a range of dust control products as it further establishes itself as a leader in reducing mining dust pollution