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Rio Tinto gains final Mozambique tenement permit (0) January 15, 2020 Joint venture (JV) partners Rio Tinto and Savannah Resources have received the third and final mining concession for the Mutamba heavy mineral sands projects from the Mozambique Government.
Resolute seals $300m Ravenswood sale to EMR Capital (0) January 15, 2020 Resolute Mining expects no changes to employment at the Ravenswood gold mine in Queensland after agreeing to sell the operation to EMR Capital.
Perth Mint highlights rare Argyle diamonds in ‘most significant release’ (0) January 15, 2020 The Perth Mint has released Jewelled Tiger coins featuring rare pink diamonds from Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in Western Australia.
BHP continues board reshuffle (0) January 14, 2020 BHP board member and director Lindsay Maxsted will not stand for re-election to the company’s board of management this year.
South32 seals exploration agreement with Adventus Mining (0) January 14, 2020 South32 has struck an earn-in agreement with Adventus Mining via its subsidiary to advance the exploration of three zinc-lead-silver projects in the Republic of Ireland.
Lucapa cuts ‘flawless’ diamonds under new partnership (0) January 14, 2020 Lucapa Diamond Company has partnered with a leading international diamantaire to transform a 36-carat rough diamond from the Mothae kimberlite mine in Lesotho, Africa into six rare D-coloured diamonds.
Resolute flags Ravenswood gold mine sale (0) January 14, 2020 Resolute Mining is in advanced negotiations with EMR Capital Management over the potential sale of the Ravenswood gold mine in Queensland.
ScoMo considers lift Australia’s carbon emissions target (0) January 14, 2020 Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has signalled a further increase in the nation’s carbon emissions target in the wake of the national bushfire crisis.
Takeovers Panel reviews ERA raising for Ranger rehabilitation (0) January 14, 2020 The Takeovers Panel has ordered Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) to suspend trading in new shares for at least five business days in relation to its share entitlement offer announced ...
BHP advances South Flank project construction (0) January 14, 2020 BHP contractor Fluor Corporation has commenced the construction of the ore handling plant in the South Flank project in Western Australia.
Iron ore could maintain strong prices in new decade (0) January 14, 2020 Solid iron ore prices are tipped to continue throughout early 2020, according to Australian iron ore development company Macarthur Minerals.
Western Australia considers $33m graphite facility (0) January 13, 2020 GR Engineering Services and EcoGraf could form an engineering, procurement and construction contract for the development of a 20,000 tonnes a year battery graphite facility in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto awards Mondium $400m construction contract (0) January 13, 2020 Rio Tinto has handed Mondium a major $400 million design and construction contract for the Western Turner Syncline Phase 2 (WTS2) mine in Western Australia.
Siemens keeps contract with Adani despite public backlash (0) January 13, 2020 Siemens intends to maintain its rail contract with Adani Mining, despite protests from the general public including climate activist Greta Thunberg.
AuStar persists with Centennial Mining acquisition (0) January 13, 2020 AuStar Gold is set to acquire all of the debt owed by Centennial Mining and Maldon Resources from Mining Lending.
Coronado suspends Curragh operations after incident (0) January 13, 2020 Coronado Global Resources has suspended operations at the Curragh mine complex near Blackwater, Queensland following an incident.
Resolute rises from missed guidance after Syama breakdown (0) January 13, 2020 Resolute Mining aims to lift its gold production for the 2020 financial year to 500,000 ounces, up from its previous year’s guidance of 400,000 ounces.
Top five mining stories last week (0) January 13, 2020 Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including a sharp increase in the Australian dollar gold price following the Iranian missile attacks.
Fosterville record drives Kirkland Lake’s ‘best year ever’ (0) January 10, 2020 Kirkland Lake Gold has achieved a record fourth quarter at the Fosterville mine in Victoria that has contributed to what chief executive Tony Makuch calls the company’s “best year ever.”
Evolution keeps NSW operations afloat amid drought (0) January 10, 2020 Evolution Mining has lifted its production for the current financial year to 362,857 ounces, but water restrictions across New South Wales could make the March quarter a challenge.
Global mining community heads to Las Vegas this September (0) January 10, 2020 In the world of mining, it’s never been more important to stay competitive.
First Quantum to ramp up Ravensthorpe operations (0) January 10, 2020 First Quantum Minerals has set its production guidance for the previously mothballed Ravensthorpe mine in Western Australia.
Andrew Forrest pledges $70m for Australian bushfires (0) January 10, 2020 Fortescue Metals Group and Minderoo Foundation chairman Andrew Forrest has pledged $70 million for the Australian bushfire crisis.
Galaxy finishes year within guidance despite Mt Cattlin slowdown (0) January 10, 2020 Galaxy Resources has closed 2019 with quarterly lithium production at the upper end of its guidance with 43,222 dry metric tonnes at the Mt Cattlin mine in Western Australia.
BMW to source lithium from Australian mines (0) January 9, 2020 The BMW Group has signed a contract with Ganfeng Lithium to receive its supply for the battery-making ingredient from Australian mines.
Anglo American could throw lifeline to Sirius Minerals (0) January 9, 2020 Anglo American is mulling over a bid for Sirius Minerals, confirming it is “in advanced discussions” with the British polyphalite miner.
Lucapa unearths 117-carat Lulo diamond (0) January 9, 2020 Lucapa Diamond Company has recovered a 117-carat diamond from the Lulo alluvial mine in Angola, south-central Africa.
Rio Tinto commits to Citadel JV with Antipa (0) January 9, 2020 Rio Tinto has sole funded over $11 million in exploration expenditure on Antipa Minerals’ Citadel project in Western Australia, culminating in the formation of a joint venture between the two ...
Monadelphous wins $110m worth of resources contracts (0) January 9, 2020 Monadelphous Group has secured construction and maintenance contracts involving BHP in Western Australia.
Hexagon acquires Blast Movement Technologies (0) January 9, 2020 Swedish software giant Hexagon has strengthened its position as a digital mining leader with the acquisition of Blast Movement Technologies (BMT).
Iran missile strikes push Aussie dollar gold price to record (0) January 9, 2020 The Australian dollar gold price has temporarily moved into record territory of around $2350 an ounce as tensions between the United States and Iran increased yesterday.
Zinc production to surge in new decade (0) January 8, 2020 Global zinc production is set to ramp up over the next few years, according to Fitch Solutions Macro Research.
Resolute CEO ‘optimistic’ for new year (0) January 8, 2020 Resolute Mining has beaten the odds with surging gold production for the December 2019 quarter despite an operational setback at the Syama mine in Mali, West Africa.
Roy Hill commits to second Pentium Hydro rig (0) January 8, 2020 Roy Hill has placed an order for a second rig from Vysarn subsidiary Pentium Hydro for the Pilbara iron ore mine.
BMA labour agreements gain Fair Work approval (0) January 8, 2020 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance has received a nod of approval from the Fair Work Commission for its contested enterprise agreements for the labour hire subsidiary, Operations Services.
Newmont backs Australian operations in 100th year (0) January 8, 2020 As Newmont prepares to celebrate its centenary year in May this year, the company has refreshed its brand, name and logo.
IGO production shoots up despite WA bushfires (0) January 8, 2020 Independence Group has felt the impacts of the significant bushfires in the Shires of Dundas and Esperance in Western Australia on the Nova mine.
Diversus secures technology contract with Rio Tinto (0) January 8, 2020 Rio Tinto has awarded an IT contract to Perth-based tech consultancy Diversus.
Mincor continues high-grade nickel streak (0) January 7, 2020 Mincor Resources’ ongoing diamond drilling at the Cassini nickel sulphide deposit in Western Australia has led to a high-grade nickel intercept.
OM Holdings puts Bootu Creek back on track (0) January 7, 2020 OM Holdings is restarting in-pit mining operations at the Bootu Creek manganese mine in the Northern Territory in a staged manner after they were suspended last August.
Mining giants support national bushfire relief (0) January 7, 2020 Mining companies such as BHP and Rio Tinto have responded to the national fire crisis by donating millions in funds to the Red Cross.
Rio Tinto renews contract with Sodexo for Argyle rehabilitation (0) January 7, 2020 Rio Tinto has extended its contract with Sodexo for a further two years at the Argyle diamond mine in Western Australia.
Monadelphous to tap into the cloud with Track’em (0) January 7, 2020 Monadelphous Group has selected Track’em to track its construction materials across some major mining and mineral projects.
Lucapa ends year with sparkling record (0) January 7, 2020 Lucapa Diamond Company closed off 2019 with a record annual diamond production of 49,120 carats, achieving combined sales of $US55 million ($79.2 million) for the year.
Tropical Cyclone Blake advances towards Western Australia (0) January 7, 2020 The first cyclone of the season, named Blake, could hit Western Australian miners in the northwest of the state.
National Group expands fleet to six Cat D11 dozers (0) January 6, 2020 National Group has secured five of the Cat D11 next generation dozers off the production line.
Kalamazoo returns high-grade result at Victorian prospect (0) January 6, 2020 Kalamazoo Resources capped off 2019 with a promising high-grade gold drill hole intersection at the Castlemaine gold project in Victoria.
Independence Group lets Panoramic takeover offer go (0) January 6, 2020 Independence Group has terminated its takeover offer for Panoramic Resources on the basis of a breach of conditions.
Northern Star becomes Super Pit joint owner (0) January 6, 2020 Northern Star Resources has completed the acquisition of a 50 per cent stake in the Super Pit previously held by Newmont Goldcorp, joining Saracen Mineral Holdings as owners of the ...
OZ Minerals starts production at Carrapateena (0) January 6, 2020 OZ Minerals has produced its first saleable copper-gold concentrate at the Carrapateena copper-gold mine in South Australia.
Fortescue hands BGC construction contract at Eliwana (0) January 6, 2020 NRW Holdings’ newly acquired subsidiary BGC Contracting has secured a major infrastructure contract with Fortescue Metals Group.
Rio Tinto gives Richards Bay green light following security incident (0) January 6, 2020 Rio Tinto has started to resume operations at the Richards Bay Minerals mine in South Africa.
Resolute’s Syama Roaster fully operational (0) December 20, 2019 Resolute Mining has advised its sulphide roaster at the company’s Syama gold mine in Mali has been successfully brought back to life.
BHP praised for dust prevention efforts (0) December 20, 2019 BHP’s BMA Broadmeadow underground mine has received global praise for its work to reduce dust and diesel particulates from its Moranbah operations in Queensland.
Gibb River applies for Ellendale diamond tenements (0) December 20, 2019 The former Ellendale diamond mine is set for a new lease of life in 2020, as Gibb River Diamonds accepts an offer to apply for new tenements.
Northern Star’s tenements on the horizon (0) December 20, 2019 Horizon Minerals and Northern Star Resources’ tenement exchange agreement in the Western Australian Goldfields has been completed as of December 20.
Rio Tinto awards CIMIC Robe Valley contracts (0) December 20, 2019 Rio Tinto has selected CIMIC Group’s CPB contractors to deliver three separate packages of work at Robe Valley, in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Albemarle’s Kemerton plant contracts SCEE (0) December 20, 2019 Southern Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) has been awarded the electrical and instrumentation (E&I) works at MARBL’s Kemerton lithium plant.
Lynas rare earths plant gains lead agency status (0) December 19, 2019 Lynas Corporation has received lead agency status from the Western Australian Government for its project to build a rare earths processing plant in Kalgoorlie.
Innovating tyre management services underground (0) December 19, 2019 Kal Tire has proven that tyre management in underground mining can be an innovative activity that improves the safety and productivity of operations.
Ausmex takes 60 per cent control of Burra (0) December 19, 2019 Ausmex Mining has gained 60 per cent control of PNX Metals Burra tenements in South Australia, while drilling work has also been suspended due to fire bans in the area.
Northern Star locks in funding for Super Pit buy (0) December 19, 2019 Northern Star Resources has secured $765 million from shareholders to help fund its $US800 million ($1.17 billion) acquisition of Newmont Goldcorp’s share in Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM).
Godolphin lists on ASX ahead of January exploration program (0) December 19, 2019 The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) has welcomed a new listing, resource drilling company Godolphin Resources.
Kirkland Lake continues Fosterville hot streak (0) December 19, 2019 Kirkland Lake Gold has uncovered more high-grade results from its underground drilling programs at the Fosterville gold mine near Bendigo in Victoria.
Max makes his mark with Schenck Process return (0) December 18, 2019 For everything that has changed in the mining industry over the past decade Max Wijasuriya can find something that has stayed the same at Schenck Process.
ABB maps out path to mine electrification (0) December 18, 2019 The case for mine electrification is about more than technology advancement. It also has the potential to contribute to the sustainability of the industry.
Bounty Mining in administration after production hits (0) December 18, 2019 The board of Bounty Mining has placed the company into voluntary administration, effective December 17 2019.
IGO powers Nova with Zenith Energy (0) December 18, 2019 Zenith Energy’s subsidiary, Zenith Pacific, has started supplying power to Independence Group’s (IGO) Nova Nickel-Copper-Cobalt Operation in the Fraser Range of Western Australia.
Iluka takes major hit at Sierra Rutile (0) December 18, 2019 Iluka Resources has diminished the value and written down the deferred tax assets of its Sierra Leone-based subsidiary Sierra Rutile (SRL) operations.
IGO extends takeover tussle with Panoramic (0) December 18, 2019 Independence Group (IGO) has extended its takeover offer for Panoramic Resources to January 17 2020 in light of contract breaches related to the bid.
Automation pays off for Northparkes (0) December 18, 2019 Northparkes copper mine took its first steps towards underground loader automation back in the 1990s. More than 20 years on, it has become a global showcase for the enormous safety, ...
Automation key to unlocking $74bn boost to the economy (0) December 17, 2019 The Australian technology industry will only realise the full benefit of automation in the resources sector if vendors become ‘brand agnostic’ and open to collaboration with competitors, according to researchers ...
Fortescue awards $165m contract to Sodexo JV (0) December 17, 2019 Sodexo, together with Native Title businesses in the Pilbara, has won a contract to provide village services for Fortescue Metals Group in Western Australia.
All that is gold glitters (0) December 17, 2019 World Gold Council director John Mulligan probes into gold’s robustness amid threats of climate change, the global transition to renewables and the booming Asian economy. And the outlook is looking ...
Core Lithium finalises Walanbanba acquisition (0) December 17, 2019 Core Lithium has completed a strategic acquisition of the Walanbanba lithium project in the Northern Territory from Todd River Resources.
Resolute partners with Aggreko for 16-year solar contract (0) December 17, 2019 Resolute is eyeing solar power delivery at the Syama gold mine in south Mali, Africa by the third quarter of 2020 after signing a 16-year contract with Aggreko.
Northern Star joins Saracen at Super Pit with Newmont buy (0) December 17, 2019 Northern Star Resources is set to make the Kalgoorlie Super Pit an Australian-owned gold mine by acquiring Newmont Goldcorp’s stake in the historic Western Australian site for US$800 million ($1.17 ...
Fitzroy Australia restarts Carborough Downs operations (0) December 17, 2019 Fitzroy Australia Resources has resumed coal mining operations at the Carborough Downs mine following a fatal incident in late November.
Perenti contract with GMC ends (0) December 17, 2019 Perenti’s subsidiary African Mining Services (AMS) has had its equipment hire contract with Ghana Manganese Company (GMC) terminated at their Nsuta manganese mine in Ghana.
Australian Bauxite sets Binjour project in motion (0) December 17, 2019 Australian Bauxite (ABx) has announced its Binjour Bauxite Project mining lease application with Rawmin Mining, which will be lodged in early 2020 in efforts to supply Chinese aluminium producer, Tianshan, ...
Kingwest uncovers ‘bonanza’ gold grades at Menzies (0) December 16, 2019 Kingwest Resources has found what it has called “bonanza gold grades” in the final drill holes at the Menzies project in Western Australia’s Esperance-Goldfields region.
Lucapa keeps momentum going with $9.3m tender (0) December 16, 2019 Lucapa Diamond Company has forked up $9.3 million from the latest sale of diamonds from the Lulo and Mothae mines in Africa.
Rio Tinto responsibly produces ANZ aluminium (0) December 16, 2019 Rio Tinto is now offering responsibly produced aluminium, as certified by Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI), from its Australian and New Zealand smelters using predominantly hydro-powered electricity.
BHP shakes up leadership ahead of new era (0) December 16, 2019 Two of BHP’s executive leadership team members are set to depart the world’s biggest mining company next year as a transformation of its management continues.
Sandvik upgrades transmission on flagship trucks (0) December 16, 2019 Sandvik has introduced a new transmission for its TH663i and TH551i trucks that promises to increase productivity, improve reliability and reduce operating costs.
Newcrest to purchase Chevron gas for WA mine (0) December 16, 2019 Newcrest Mining has struck a domestic gas sale agreement with Chevron that would go until July 2023.
WestStar sets up 2020 with contract extensions, acquisition (0) December 16, 2019 WestStar’s subsidiary SIMPEC has been awarded $6 million in contract extensions across its structural, mechanical, piping and electrical and instrumentation disciplines.
Geopacific launches Woodlark construction (0) December 16, 2019 Geopacific Resources has started construction at the Woodlark gold project in the Milne Bay province of Papua New Guinea.
Top five mining stories last week (0) December 16, 2019 Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including the completion of NRW Holdings’ acquisition of BGC Contracting.
Vale declares Brumadinho rupture caused by drainage flaws (0) December 13, 2019 Experts have blamed the massive tailings dam rupture at Vale’s Córrego do Feijão iron ore mine in Brumadinho in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais on drainage problems.
Aus Tin plots restart to mining at Granville (0) December 13, 2019 Aus Tin Mining is planning to resume operations at its Granville tin project in Tasmania’s Heemskirk tin field during the March 2020 quarter.
AusIMM launches campaign to highlight women in resources sector (0) December 13, 2019 AusIMM has launched an International Women’s Day campaign to celebrate the successes and raise awareness of the challenges women face in the resources sector.
QLD to tighten underground gas monitoring (0) December 13, 2019 The Queensland Government will roll out new health and safety regulations for underground coal mines next year.
Core Lithium on verge of Finniss construction (0) December 13, 2019 Core Lithium is looking to start the new decade on a high after a promising spodumene pegmatite discovery at the Finniss lithium project near Darwin, Northern Territory.
BHP to reassess industry ties after climate review (0) December 13, 2019 BHP plans to reconsider its industry associations due to their different positions on climate and energy policies by August next year.
Sandvik prioritises people in tomorrow’s mines (0) December 13, 2019 Sandvik’s conference may have been called “digitalisation in mining”, but it focussed on ensuring that people are part of the digital journey.
Fortescue employs latest Aboriginal graduates (0) December 13, 2019 Fortescue Metals Group is celebrating more graduates from the company’s Vocational Training and Employment Centre (VTEC) in Karratha, Western Australia.
RareX acquires project near Mt Weld mine (0) December 12, 2019 Australian rare earths developer RareX has acquired the Weld North project, which is 84 kilometres north of Lynas Corporation’s Mt Weld rare earths mine in Western Australia.
Kirkland Lake gears up for Fosterville 2.0 (0) December 12, 2019 Kirkland Lake Gold’s ongoing surface drilling at the Fosterville gold mine near Bendigo, Victoria, has uncovered high-grade mineralisation that could become a second gold mine.
Lithium, cobalt markets to recover next year (0) December 12, 2019 Demand for lithium and cobalt is set to improve next year following a disappointing 2019, according to Fitch Solutions.
Multicom vanadium prospect secures major project status in QLD (0) December 12, 2019 Multicom Resources has earned a major project status for the Saint Elmo vanadium project in north west Queensland.
Peninsula Mines acquires underexplored gold package (0) December 12, 2019 Peninsula Mines is set to acquire a tenement gold exploration package in Western Australia’s Southern Cross region.
Rio Tinto, Mongolian Government secure lawsuit win (0) December 12, 2019 The Mongolian Parliament has reinstated investment agreements relating to the Oyu Tolgoi project between Rio Tinto and the Mongolian government.
Takeovers Panel dents Rio Tinto plans for ERA (0) December 12, 2019 The Takeovers Panel has ruled that Rio Tinto’s move to back Energy Resources of Australia (ERA)’s proposed entitlement offer to fund rehabilitation of the Ranger uranium mine in the Northern ...
Perseus to advance gold production with EPSA contract (0) December 11, 2019 Perseus Mining has contracted privately-owned EPSA Internacional for the development of its third gold mine, Yaouré in Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa.
Mincor gets government clearance for Cassini (0) December 11, 2019 Mincor Resources has received all key state government approvals for the Cassini nickel project at Kambalda in Western Australia.
EPA puts the onus on companies to reduce emissions (0) December 11, 2019 The Western Australian Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has updated its draft gas emissions guideline, requiring companies to contribute to the state’s zero net emissions target by 2050.
TNG picks up another offtake for Mount Peake (0) December 11, 2019 TNG has signed an agreement with a global commodity trader for the potential offtake of vanadium pentoxide produced from the Mount Peake project in the Northern Territory.
Alcoa hands major services contract to SRG Global (0) December 11, 2019 SRG Global has secured preferred tenderer status for a $90 million multi-disciplinary asset services contract with Alcoa of Australia.
MCA pushes for Victorian gold royalty rethink (0) December 11, 2019 The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) Victorian branch has hit back at the state government’s proposed 2.75 per cent gold royalty, labelling it as “unfair”.
Mastermyne secures South32 contract extension (0) December 11, 2019 South32 has extended an outbye services contract with Mastermyne for the Illawarra Metallurgical Coal operations in New South Wales.
Gascoyne administrators consider company sale (0) December 10, 2019 The administrators of Gascoyne Resources are mulling over the future of the company, with its sale as an alternative.
Victoria makes move to ignite next gold rush (0) December 10, 2019 Mineral explorers can win an exclusive right to apply for an exploration licence in some of the most prospective grounds in Victoria.
Resolute undergoes extensive Syama refurbishments (0) December 10, 2019 Resolute Mining has completed an equipment repair at the Syama gold mine in Mali, West Africa that involved 200 personnel from 22 countries at peak.
BHP selects Mammoet for South Flank materials transport (0) December 10, 2019 Mammoet has started transporting the first heavy components for BHP’s South Flank iron ore project, which is under construction in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Glencore rehabilitation earns government certification (0) December 10, 2019 Glencore’s central Queensland open cut coal operation, Rolleston, has received Government certification for another 166 hectares of rehabilitated mined land.
NRW renames BGC Contracting after acquisition (0) December 10, 2019 NRW Holdings has marked the completion of its acquisition of BGC Contracting with a name change.
Lynas to erect rare earths plant in Kalgoorlie (0) December 10, 2019 Lynas Corporation has selected Kalgoorlie, Western Australia as the home for its cracking and leaching plant for rare earth minerals processing.
Roy Hill awards crusher contract to thyssenkrupp (0) December 10, 2019 Roy Hill has contracted thyssenkrupp to supply a gyratory crusher for its iron ore mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Western Areas picks up Forrestania operations after fire (0) December 9, 2019 Western Areas has resumed operations at the Forrestania nickel mine in Western Australia following a bush fire incident last week.
Vassie to retire as St Barbara CEO (0) December 9, 2019 Australian-based gold explorer and producer, St Barbara, has announced its CEO and managing director Bob Vassie is retiring as managing director and CEO in 2020, his successor to be Craig ...
Legend unearths massive nickel-copper discovery (0) December 9, 2019 Legend Mining has uncovered a significant nickel-copper discovery in its Rockford project in Western Australia’s Fraser Range, at the western end of the Nullarbor Plain.Legend Mining has uncovered a significant ...
Australian multinational signs agreement on Mongolian coal project (0) December 9, 2019 Perth-based metallurgical coal miner, Aspire Mining, has announced its non-binding agreement with Sinosteel Equipment & Engineering Coo (Sinosteel MECC) to develop the Ovoot Coking Coal Project in Mongolia.Aspire Mining has ...
Sandvik to introduce stage five compliant loaders (0) December 9, 2019 Sandvik is set to launch the first Stage V compliant underground loader after more than 10,000 hours of load haul dumping (LHD) underground testing.
Metro Mining to hit upper end guidance (0) December 9, 2019 Metro Mining is on track to achieve its production guidance at the Bauxite Hills project in Far North Queensland this year.
Top five mining stories last week (0) December 9, 2019 Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including a security concern that has slowed operations for Rio Tinto in South Africa.
Primero wins major Koodaideri contract (0) December 6, 2019 Rio Tinto has awarded a $115 million contract to Primero for its Koodaideri iron ore mine in the Pilbara, Western Australia.
Does Matador have the next major gold producing mine in Newfoundland? (0) December 6, 2019 Australian companies have poured over $3 billion into North American gold projects over the last 18 months alone.
Lithium Australia increases ownership of Envirostream (0) December 6, 2019 Lithium Australia has announced its agreement to increase its stake in Envirostream Australia to a 90 per cent ownership interest.
Newcrest increases Lundin Gold ownership (0) December 6, 2019 Newcrest Mining has acquired a further US$79.6 million ($116.5 million) worth of Lundin Gold shares, increasing the Australian gold company’s ownership to 32 per cent.
BHP innovation centre boosts WA operations (0) December 6, 2019 Since its introduction two years ago, BHP’s innovation centre at Eastern Ridge, Western Australia has been a hub for creating, monitoring and understanding data.
Northern Star completes Echo takeover (0) December 6, 2019 Northern Star Resources has completed its takeover of Echo Resources, having acquired a relevant interest of 98.14 per cent in the Australian gold company.
Western Areas suspends Forrestania operations after bush fire (0) December 6, 2019 Western Areas has reported a threatening bush fire in the area of the Forrestania nickel operation in Western Australia.
Barminco, IGO trial remote Nova operation (0) December 5, 2019 Barminco has piloted a remote operations centre in Perth, which mobilised a machine at Independence Group’s Nova underground mine in Western Australia.
Dyno Nobel expands Indonesian footprint with eighth plant (0) December 5, 2019 Dyno Nobel subsidiary PT DNX Indonesia has started the operation of its emulsion plant at PT Bukit Suksesindo’s Tujuh Bukit gold mine in Banyuwangi in East Java.
Heron processes Woodlawn’s first underground ore (0) December 5, 2019 Heron Resources has commenced the crushing and processing of its first underground ore from the high-grade G2 lens at the Woodlawn project in New South Wales.
Former Newmont CEO Goldberg joins BHP (0) December 5, 2019 BHP have announced the appointment of Gary Goldberg, previously Newmont Goldcorp Corporation’s CEO, to the BHP Board as a non-executive director effective February 1 2020.
Panoramic plots move to contracting model at Savannah (0) December 5, 2019 Panoramic Resources plans to transition to a predominant contract mining model at its Savannah project in Western Australia.
Sandvik connects third-party equipment with Automine (0) December 5, 2019 Sandvik has released the AutoMine Access API, the mining industry’s first interoperability platform for autonomous fleets, which connects non-Sandvik equipment.
Underground miners hop Onboard Mobilaris technology (0) December 5, 2019 Mobilaris together with its partial owner Epiroc is turning underground mining into a transparent environment for all workers with Mobilaris Onboard.
Prime Creative Media acquires PPO and Gas Today from Great Southern Press (0) December 4, 2019 Prime Creative Media has increased its investment in the resources industry, with the acquisition of Pipeline, Plant & Offshore (PPO) premium subscription news service, online project database, and the Gas ...
REMA TIP TOP, Monadelphous to deliver South Flank conveyor belting (0) December 4, 2019 Monadelphous has selected REMA TIP TOP Australia to install more than 50 kilometres of conveyor belting for the $US3.6 billion ($5.26 billion) BHP Western Australian Iron Ore South Flank project ...
Rio Tinto pulls trigger on $US1.5bn Kennecott investment (0) December 4, 2019 Rio Tinto has approved a $US1.5 billion ($2.2 billion) investment to continue production at the Kennecott copper operation in the United States.
Strandline secures Woodside, EDL renewables partnership (0) December 4, 2019 Strandline Resources has selected Woodside Energy and EDL to provide a renewable power solution for the Coburn mineral sands project in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto cuts Richards Bay output after security incident (0) December 4, 2019 Rio Tinto will curtail operations at the Richards Bay Minerals mine in South Africa following a security incident.
Gruyere JV opens gold mine (0) December 4, 2019 Joint venture partners Gold Fields and Gold Road Resources have officially opened the Gruyere gold mine in Western Australia.
H-E Parts wins Glencore supply contract (0) December 4, 2019 Glencore has contracted parts supplier H-E Parts International for a one-year supply agreement across 24 mine sites in Australia.
Bacanora relies on Veolia to advance Mexico lithium project (0) December 3, 2019 Veolia Water Technologies engineered and designed the production process that recovers lithium carbonate and sulfate of potash from clay deposits using HPD evaporation and crystallisation systems.
Newmont to optimise Tanami, Super Pit for prolonged growth (0) December 3, 2019 Newmont Goldcorp is set to contribute 1.5 million ounces of production from its Australian operations next year.
Beacon boosts WA gold sector with Jaurdi mine (0) December 3, 2019 Beacon Minerals has opened the Jaurdi gold mine near Coolgardie in Western Australia.
Danakali builds momentum at potash project (0) December 3, 2019 Perth-based potash miner Danakali has announced it’s US$50 million agreement with Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), helping fund the Colluli Potash Project in Eritrea.
Perenti demobilises workforce from Bongou (0) December 3, 2019 Perenti has suspended operations at Semafo’s Bongou mine in Burkino Faso following last month’s security incident.
BHP on track to deliver first ore from South Flank (0) December 2, 2019 BHP has reached its halfway point at its South Flank project in the Pilbara, Western Australia, with thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions getting ready to construct the rail mounted stackers and reclaimer.
Minprovise opens workshop in the Pilbara (0) December 2, 2019 Minprovise has opened its new Karratha-based workshop as part of an ongoing commitment to deliver projects efficiently to Pilbara-based clients and sites.
Stavely expands gold footprint in Tasmania and Victoria (0) December 2, 2019 Stavely Minerals has announced its high-grade gold exploration portfolio on the eastern seaboard of Australia, expanding with strategic acquisitions in Tasmania and Victoria.
Magic crystals to enable future of electric cars (0) December 2, 2019 CSIRO and Monash University’s Matthew Hill will receive the Solomon Award for his ground-breaking development, magic crystals, winning against dozens of applications from cleaning gases and liquids to mining and ...
Australian gold production drops from all-time highs (0) December 2, 2019 Australia’s gold mine output in the September quarter declined by five per cent to 78 tonnes, according to Melbourne-based mining experts, Surbiton Associates.
Saracen finalises Super Pit takeover (0) December 2, 2019 Saracen Mineral Holdings has successfully completed its acquisition of 50 per cent interest in the Kalgoorlie Super Pit from Barrick Gold Corporation.
Uranium support gains strength amid nuclear ban (0) December 2, 2019 Four in 10 Australians want the ban on nuclear power lifted, according to a polling by JWS Research.
China set to grab Alita Resources (0) December 2, 2019 Alita Resources, previously Alliance Mineral Assets, has announced its proposed Deed of Company Arrangement (DoCA) discussions with China Hydrogen Limited.
Top five mining stories last week (0) December 2, 2019 Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including Metals X’s operation suspension at the Nifty mine in Western Australia.
NRW locks in funds for BGC buy (0) November 29, 2019 NRW Holdings has taken little time to secure commitments for the funding it requires to complete a $116.4 million acquisition of BGC Contracting.
Flinders secures Pilbara agreements with BBI Group (0) November 29, 2019 Flinders Mines has formed a farm-in incorporated joint venture with BBI Group for its flagship Pilbara iron ore project (PIOP).
SA Government pulls a crowd to unearth mineral deposits (0) November 29, 2019 The South Australian Government is launching an open data competition that it hopes will lead to the discovery of the next Olympic Dam or Carrapateena deposit.
Metso climate target given green light (0) November 29, 2019 The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved Metso’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emission targets.
OZ Minerals solidifies Brazilian strategy with Vale (0) November 29, 2019 OZ Minerals has started construction of its Pedra Branca underground copper-gold mine in the Carajás, Brazil.
Anglo American offloads Grosvenor stake to Japanese (0) November 29, 2019 Anglo American has equalised the ownership structure of its Moranbah North and Grosvenor metallurgical coal operations in Queensland.
Alkane drives NSW gold exploration with funding plan (0) November 28, 2019 Alkane Resources plans to fund future exploration at its highly prospective East Lachlan assets in New South Wales with a $54.8 million capital raising.
NRW seals deal to acquire BGC Contracting (0) November 28, 2019 NRW Holdings has confirmed it will buy BGC Contracting in a transformational deal that gives the target an enterprise value of $310 million.
Adani awards $35m Carmichael contract to Wagners (0) November 28, 2019 Wagners has secured the lead contractor role to deliver a quarry operations package worth at least $35 million for the Carmichael project in the Galilee Basin.
Fortescue contracts Pentium across Pilbara mines (0) November 28, 2019 Vysarn subsidiary Pentium Hydro will provide Fortescue Metals Group with drilling and construction services under a new contract.
Rio Tinto expands Indigenous engagement (0) November 28, 2019 The Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Minerals Development has announced Rio Tinto will be a founding partner, adding to the company’s global indigenous-engaged programs.
BHP’s next CEO to take tech to the next level (0) November 28, 2019 BHP’s next chief executive Mike Henry has placed technology front and centre in his first speech as CEO to-be.
Evolution plots revival of Canadian gold acquisition (0) November 28, 2019 Evolution Mining chairman Jake Klein has switched focus to turning around the performance of the company’s latest acquisition, the Red Lake gold complex in Canada.
Kalium Lakes broadens scope with EcoMag partnership (0) November 28, 2019 Kalium Lakes has steered away from its traditional potash focus and taken on a new approach by signing a term sheet with emerging magnesium producer EcoMag.
Strata releases MC2 communication device (0) November 28, 2019 Strata Worldwide has released the MC2, its second generation StrataConnect underground miner communicator device.
Hastings Deering igloos a piece of WWII history (0) November 28, 2019 Hastings Deering’s igloo hangars, which date back to World War II, are about to be showcased on ABC National’s Blueprint for Living program, celebrating their continual use.
Pink plant to power Roy Hill expansion (0) November 28, 2019 Roy Hill is set to launch construction of a processing plant that will help boost shipping of iron ore from the Pilbara site to 60 million tonnes a year once ...
Bryah’s golden plans at Gabanintha (0) November 28, 2019 Bryah Resources has revealed optimism for its multi-commodity approach after announcing high-grade findings at the Gabanintha project in Western Australia this month.
Gates Predator v-belts (0) November 27, 2019 Gates’ high-quality Predator v-belts by have unrivalled high-load carrying capabilities, making them extremely effective for uses in mining operations.
Westgold diversifies into Bryah Basin copper (0) November 27, 2019 Westgold Resources is set to acquire an interest in the Peak Hill joint venture from Fe subsidiary Jackson Minerals.
Rinehart urges WA to follow plans to cut green tape (0) November 27, 2019 Gina Rinehart has praised Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s plan to cut green tape for mining projects.
Hancock-owned explorer backs Catalyst plans in Victoria (0) November 27, 2019 Gold Exploration Victoria, owned by Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting, is set to become Catalyst Metals’ top shareholder after investing $7.875 million in the company.
Carborough Downs operations suspended after incident (0) November 27, 2019 Fitzroy Australia Resources has confirmed a tragic incident involving a mineworker at its Carborough Downs mine in central Queensland.
Rio Tinto commits to $1bn Tom Price iron ore expansion (0) November 27, 2019 Rio Tinto will sustain the production capacity of its Pilbara iron ore business in Western Australia after approving a $US749 million ($1 billion) investment in the Greater Tom Price operations.
Dacian highlights high-grade potential for Phoenix Ridge (0) November 27, 2019 Dacian Gold has revealed results from the recently discovered high-grade Phoenix Ridge deposit, located less than 500 metres north of the Westralia gold mine near Laverton in Western Australia.
China to dominate battery metal demand (0) November 27, 2019 Fitch Solutions’ demand trends for EV battery metals over the coming years have revealed that China will remain the key driver of direct metals demand.
Panoramic lowers Savannah production guidance (0) November 26, 2019 Panoramic Resources has reduced its 2020 production guidance at the Savannah nickel project in Western Australia amid the takeover tussle with Independence Group (IGO).
Metals X suspends operations at Nifty copper mine (0) November 26, 2019 Metals X has decided to immediately suspend mining activities at its Nifty copper mine in Western Australia following an operational review, leaving almost 300 people jobless.
BHP jumps on bigger SolGold stake (0) November 26, 2019 BHP is set to become SolGold’s largest shareholder as it enters a share subscription agreement to invest a further $US22 million ($32.5 million) in the Brisbane-based company.
Kirkland Lake to become 1.5Moz producer with Detour buy (0) November 26, 2019 Kirkland Lake Gold is set to acquire Canada’s Detour Gold in a deal worth around $C4.9 billion ($5.4 billion).
Riley iron ore mine nears production (0) November 26, 2019 Venture Minerals is closing in on a start to production at the Riley iron ore mine in Tasmania.
Evolution moves into Canada with Newmont Goldcorp deal (0) November 26, 2019 Evolution Mining is the latest Australian gold miner to target North America for expansion after securing a deal to acquire the Red Lake Gold Complex in Canada from Newmont Goldcorp.
Caterpillar updates AC electric drive system (0) November 26, 2019 Caterpillar has released an update to the AC electric drive system for Cat 7495 and 7495 HF Electric Rope Shovels.
Scania trucks power Metro Mining operations (0) November 26, 2019 As production ramps up at Metro Mining’s Bauxite Hills mine on the western edge of Cape York, Scania’s mine trucks are pulling more than their weight getting the bauxite to ...
Millennium Minerals moves into voluntary administration (0) November 25, 2019 Millennium Minerals has entered into voluntary administration following months of fund raising efforts to support the Nullagine gold mine in Western Australia.
St Barbara, Catalyst JV to bring jobs to Bendigo (0) November 25, 2019 Catalyst Metals and its wholly owned subsidiary Kite Operations have entered into an earn-in and joint venture agreement (EIJVA) with gold producer St Barbara.
Rio Tinto initiative to focus on developing digital skills (0) November 25, 2019 Rio Tinto is set to work with leaders in Australia’s education and innovation sectors in a new, disruptive approach designed to tackle a looming skills gap in the nation’s future ...
Saracen to complete Super Pit acquisition this week (0) November 25, 2019 Saracen Mineral Holdings is set to become the half owner of the Super Pit gold mine in Kalgoorlie by the end of the week.
Resolute plots renewable energy project at Syama (0) November 25, 2019 Resolute Mining is set to partner with power generation provider Aggreko in developing a hybrid power station at its Syama gold mine in Mali, West Africa.