Coal and gold deals on the way for Australian mining (0) March 14, 2017 Australia’s mining industry can expect an increase in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) this year, especially in the coal and gold sectors, according to Herbert Smith Freehills.
Caterpillar unveils MD6250 blasthole drill (0) March 14, 2017 Caterpillar has launched the MD6250 blasthole drill, which it says delivers optimum drilling efficiency in single- and multi-pass applications for both rotary and down-the-hole modes.
Rio Tinto launches Central Queensland University scholarships (0) March 13, 2017 Rio Tinto has launched its Central Queensland University scholarship program for 2017, available to first year science and engineering students at the university’s Mackay campus.
RCR Tomlinson wins EPC contract at Gannawarra Solar Farm (0) March 13, 2017 RCR Tomlinson has secured a contract to provide engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operation and maintenance (O&M) services for the Gannawarra Solar Farm in Victoria.
Researchers develop method to detect mercury using gold (0) March 13, 2017 Researchers from the Tyndall National Institute based at the University College Cork, Ireland, are developing a method for detecting mercury using gold.
5 Ways To Reduce Fuel Costs At a Mine Site (0) March 10, 2017 This article shows how in the current environment of low commodity returns, miners are under pressure to reduce operating costs. One way they can do this is by reducing fuel ...
Thousands of mining jobs on the way for the NT (0) March 10, 2017 The Northern Territory Government has signed Project Facilitation Agreements (PFA) for two mining projects, set to bring more than 2000 jobs to the territory.
Mining moves: Rio Tinto, Ausgold, Volvo (0) March 10, 2017 Australian Mining brings readers the latest corporate appointments and departures impacting the local and international resources industry.
Curtin University mining program ranks second in the world (0) March 10, 2017 Western Australia’s Curtin University has ranked second in the world for its mineral and mining engineering program in a global survey that analyses popular subject areas.
Rio Tinto chairman to step down (0) March 9, 2017 Jan du Plessis will reportedly step down as Rio Tinto chairman, a position he has held for eight years.
Metso unveils cost-cutting minerals processing technology (0) March 9, 2017 Metso has launched a new rock crushing technology, which it says cuts operational costs by 10 per cent and enables 10 per cent higher uptime compared to traditional cone crushers.
Intermin Resources acquires Echo’s Anthill gold project (0) March 9, 2017 Intermin Resources has entered an agreement with Echo Resources to acquire the Anthill gold project northwest of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in Western Australia.
Maptek launches smaller, lighter laser scanners (0) March 8, 2017 Maptek has unveiled the third generation I-Site XR3 and LR3 laser scanners – a smaller, lighter model offering an improvement in range capability while retaining reliability and usability.
Hexagon unveils GeoLogic for geological modelling (0) March 8, 2017 Hexagon Mining has introduced GeoLogic, a new product for the mining industry that leverages the power of implicit modelling by sequencing surfaces and solids to create an airtight geological model.
Ravenswood mining restarts, jobs on the horizon for Queensland (0) March 7, 2017 Resolute Mining’s Ravenswood expansion project has taken a crucial step forward with the Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Protection providing the final environmental approval.
CIMIC sends Macmahon bid to the Takeovers Panel for review (0) March 7, 2017 Contractor Cimic has turned to the Takeovers Panel in its attempt to acquire Macmahon Holdings, which is trying to block the bid through a deal with Indonesia’s PT Amman Mineral ...
OPEC countries adhere to production cuts (0) March 7, 2017 The 10 Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) members are getting closer to reaching their production reduction goals, dropping output in January to an average of 32.03 million barrels ...
Iron ore price falls below $US90 a tonne (0) March 7, 2017 The iron ore price has dropped to its lowest mark in almost a month after falling below $US90 a tonne overnight.
BHP inks oil deal with Pemex Mexico (0) March 6, 2017 BHP Billiton has signed a contract with Pemex Exploration & Production Mexico to finish work on the Trion discovery in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico.
Dacian to award Mt Morgans EPC contract to GR Engineering (0) March 6, 2017 Dacian Gold is set to award the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for its Mt Morgans gold project in Western Australia to GR Engineering.
Mulga Rock uranium project receives final approval (0) March 6, 2017 Vimy Resources’ Mulga Rock uranium project has been approved by minister for the environment and energy Josh Frydenberg; the final approval required before beginning production.
Metso invests in Australian manufacturing to meet mining demand (0) March 6, 2017 Metso is expanding its global manufacturing capacity for rubber screening media used in minerals processing by investing in three new injection presses, including one for its Australian facility.
Miners must embrace the digital revolution: Deloitte (0) March 3, 2017 Deloitte is encouraging mining companies to put digital thinking at the centre of their business strategies and practices to help positively transform decision making.
Lulo diamonds sell for more than $9 million (0) March 3, 2017 Lucapa Diamonds has sold $9.1 million worth of diamonds from its Lulo project in Angola at the completion of its second sale for 2017.
CIMIC takeover tussle with Macmahon intensifies (0) March 3, 2017 The back-and-forth takeover battle between leading contractor Cimic and its target Macmahon Holdings continues as the suitor’s bid edges towards closing next week.
Caterpillar enters tyre deal with Continental (0) March 2, 2017 Caterpillar has partnered with international automotive supplier Continental to equip its Cat off-highway trucks with new rigid dump truck (RTD) master tyres.
Australis Oil & Gas acquires Encana shale assets (0) March 2, 2017 Australis Oil & Gas subsidiary Australis TMS, has entered a US$80 million ($104 million) agreement to acquire all of Encana Oil & Gas’ Tuscaloosa Marine Shale (TMS) assets.
WA still Australia’s top spot for mining investment (0) March 2, 2017 Western Australia remains the most attractive jurisdiction in Australia for mining investment, according to Canadian think-tank, the Fraser Institute.
Black lung strikes 19th worker (0) March 1, 2017 Another Queensland coal miner has been diagnosed with black lung, the 19th person to be confirmed with the disease since its resurgence in Australia.
Macmahon reveals Indonesian contract, acquisition of mine assets (0) March 1, 2017 Macmahon Holdings, which is a takeover target of leading contractor Cimic, has signed an agreement for what it calls a “potentially transformational transaction” that raises doubt about its suitor’s acquisition ...
Newcrest partners with Unearthed Melbourne (0) March 1, 2017 Newcrest Mining has partnered with Unearthed once again for its upcoming hackathon in Melbourne from March 17-19.
Toxic coal mine discharge affects the Blue Mountains (0) February 28, 2017 A Western Sydney University study has found toxic discharge from the Clarence Colliery in New South Wales is affecting the Heritage listed Blue Mountains area.
Mining continues significant contribution in New South Wales (0) February 28, 2017 The New South Wales Minerals Council’s latest expenditure survey has found that the 23 participating mining companies directly injected $10.8 billion in the state’s economy in 2015/16.
Woodside, GE partner to boost LNG in WA (0) February 28, 2017 Woodside Energy, together with GE, have signed an agreement to support the use of LNG as a key fuel source in Western Australia.
Making Every Bit Count (0) February 27, 2017 The trend towards adopting CSR (corporate social responsibility) structures within companies started early as the 70s and 80s. Today that trend has become a critical pillar in decision making across ...
South east Australia on track for new gas supplies (0) February 27, 2017 APA Group has signed an agreement with Cooper Energy to develop Gippsland Basin gas projects – bringing new gas supply sources to south east Australia.
Macmahon fires back at CIMIC, rejects takeover offer (0) February 27, 2017 Mining contractor Macmahon Holdings has labelled the takeover offer it received from Cimic Group as “inadequate” and “opportunistic”, while advising its shareholders to reject the bid.
Altura’s Pilgangoora lithium project hits next milestone (0) February 27, 2017 Altura Mining’s Pilgangoora lithium project is another step closer to full production after the Western Australian department of mines (DMP) approved its project management plan.
Monadelphous bags contracts with Fortescue, BHP (0) February 27, 2017 Monadelphous has secured $120 million worth of new contracts and additional work for resources companies including Fortescue Metals Group and BHP Billiton.
Australian gold output at its highest since 1999 (0) February 27, 2017 Australian gold mine production reached a 17-year high in 2016, according to gold mining consultants Surbiton Associates.
Mining moves: Incitec Pivot, Fortescue, Cudeco (0) February 24, 2017 Australian Mining brings readers the latest corporate appointments and departures impacting the local and international mining industry.
Ten-year roadmap for Australia’s energy resources sector released (0) February 24, 2017 National Energy Resources Australia (NERA) has released a 10-year roadmap to boost competitiveness in Australia’s coal, oil and gas, and uranium energy resources industries.
Tomra helps recover massive 227-carat Lucapa diamond (0) February 24, 2017 Lucapa Diamond’s recent recovery of a 227-carat stone from the Lulo mine in Angola was assisted by an X-ray transmission (XRT) sorting technology developed by Norway’s Tomra.
Wearx appoints new innovations and technology manager (0) February 23, 2017 Mine processing plant wear solutions provider WEARX has welcomed Dr Tobias Krull as the company’s new Innovation and Technology manager.
Ausdrill locks in $200 million of contract extensions in WA’s Goldfields (0) February 23, 2017 Mining services company Ausdrill has secured more than $200 million worth of contract extensions with two of its existing clients in the Goldfields region of Western Australia – Kalgoorlie Consolidated ...
South32 coal acquisition comes under fire from ACCC (0) February 23, 2017 The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has raised concerns about South32’s proposed acquisition of Peabody Energy’s Metropolitan coal assets in the Illawarra region of New South Wales.
Queensland’s Olive Downs mine steps closer to production (0) February 23, 2017 Pembroke Resources’ $1 billion Olive Downs coal mine near Moranbah in Queensland is getting closer to production, after receiving a coordinated project status.
Dacian again seeks funds for Mt Morgan gold development (0) February 23, 2017 Dacian Gold has unveiled new plans to raise funds for development of the Mt Morgans gold project in the Goldfields region of Western Australia.
Fortescue delivers profit boost as iron ore rebounds (0) February 22, 2017 Iron ore miner Fortescue Metals Group has reported a strong rise in half-year profit off the back of soaring prices for the commodity.
Parkway Minerals enters lithium salt lake market (0) February 22, 2017 Parkway Minerals has expanded into Western Australia’s salt lake sector, acquiring the Lake Barlee potash/lithium brine project northwest of Kalgoorlie.
Goyder to replace Chaney as Woodside chairman (0) February 21, 2017 Richard Goyder will take over as chairman of Woodside Petroleum next year, his second major appointment since Wesfarmers announced he would step down as managing director of the company earlier ...
Senex invests $50m in Western Surat Gas project (0) February 21, 2017 Senex Energy has approved its first major investment in the Western Surat Gas project in Queensland, providing $50 million to the project’s well drilling campaign.
Action Drill and Blast wins gold contract at Telfer (0) February 21, 2017 Action Drill and Blast (ADB) was last week awarded a $40 million contract to provide drilling and blasting services for mining contractor Macmahon Holdings at Newcrest Mining’s Telfer gold mine ...
Aurecon appoints new energy and resources MD (0) February 20, 2017 Engineering company Aurecon has appointed Alex Wonhas as the new global managing director to lead its energy and resources business.
Oil Search proposes PNG contract for Monadelphous joint venture (0) February 20, 2017 Monadelphous, in a joint venture with Jacobs Engineering, has received a letter of intent for a five-year, $50 million per annum contract for engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services at ...
Mining moves: MMG appoints new CEO, and more (0) February 17, 2017 Australian Mining brings readers the latest corporate appointments and departures in the local and international mining industry.
Minprovise to provide crusher for Rio’s Silvergrass mine (0) February 17, 2017 Western Australia based engineering company Minprovise has secured a contract to supply a primary crusher for Rio Tinto’s Silvergass iron ore mine in the Pilbara.
Superior Industries to debut latest belt cleaner at CONEXPO (0) February 17, 2017 Bulk material processing and handling system supplier Superior Industries will debut its Exterra Secondary Belt Cleaner at this year’s CONEXPO in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Origin posts $1.7 billion loss (0) February 17, 2017 Origin Energy has released their latest half year results, citing a $1.68 billion loss.
Innovators to abound at Austmine 2017 (0) February 16, 2017 Austmine 2017: Mining’s Innovation Imperative, is coming to Perth’s Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 22-24.
The biennial conference and exhibition will feature more than 50 speakers from across the globe, ...
Fulton Hogan wins $45m contract at Rio Tinto’s Amrun (0) February 16, 2017 Rio Tinto has awarded civil construction company Fulton Hogan a $45 million contract to build a dam supplying water to its Amrun bauxite project in Queensland.
Massive diamond found in Angola (0) February 16, 2017 Australian-based Lucapa and its partners Empresa Nacional de Diamantes E.P. and Rosas and Petalas, are pleased to announce the recovery of a 227 carat diamond from the Lulo Diamond Project ...
Gruyere gold project receives final approval (0) February 15, 2017 The Gruyere gold project joint venture has received the final mining approval from the Western Australian department of mines and petroleum.
Heemskirk tin project gets mining lease (0) February 15, 2017 Stellar Resources has been granted a Mining Lease to Stellar’s wholly owned subsidiary Columbus Metals over the Heemskirk tin project.
“Granting of an ML is a major step forward for Stellar’s ...
Broula King joint venture gold mine fined for lack of monitoring (0) February 15, 2017 The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued Broula King joint venture with a fine of $15,000 for failing to undertake monitoring required by the company’s environment protection licence at ...
Tremaine appointed CFO for Origin Energy (0) February 15, 2017 Origin Energy today announced the appointment of Lawrie Tremaine as its new chief financial officer.
He will be a member of the Executive Leadership Team, reporting to CEO, Frank Calabria.
Tremaine joins ...
Iron ore surges past US$90 a tonne (0) February 14, 2017 For the first time in two-and-a-half years, iron ore prices have soared past US$90 a tonne.
Macmahon preferred mining contractor for Batu Hijau mine (0) February 14, 2017 Macmahon Holdings Limited has announced it has signed a three-year MOU with Indonesia’s PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara.
The agreement will see Macmahon assist AMNT to evaluate options to accelerate production ...
Sodexo wins $22m Amrun contract with 20 per cent Indigenous employment target (0) February 14, 2017 Rio Tinto has awarded a A$22 million integrated services contract to facilities management provider Sodexo, which includes an Indigenous employment target of 20 per cent within two years.
Sodexo will supply ...
Newcrest posts positive half year results (0) February 13, 2017 Newcrest Mining has released the results for the first half of the 2017 financial year, recording a statutory profit of $187 million.
Why Move To The Internet of Things ? (0) February 13, 2017 The mining industry has long been regarded as one of the most dangerous, challenging, and logistically complex markets in the world. Operations largely take place in vast, remote, and geographically ...
Pybar wins mining services contract at Thalanga zinc project (0) February 13, 2017 Red River Resources is getting closer to restarting production at its Thalanga zinc project, awarding the West 45 underground mining contract to Pybar Mining Services.
Mt Gibson’s Iron Hill mine given green light (0) February 10, 2017 Mt Gibson Iron has received approval for development of the Iron Hill iron ore mine in Western Australia’s Mid-West region.
BHP invests $US2.2b in Mad Dog Phase 2 (0) February 10, 2017 BHP Billiton is investing US$2.2 billion ($2.9 billion) as part of its share in the development of the Mad Dog Phase 2 oil project in the Gulf of Mexico.
Up close with Howard Porter’s 33-axle Superquad (0) February 10, 2017 Howard Porter has unveiled a brand-new ‘Superquad Series Three’ road train, calling it the world’s largest combination of its type to date.
Thiess wins $134m of mining contracts in Indonesia (0) February 9, 2017 CIMIC Group’s global mining services provider Thiess has secured $134 million worth of contracts to provide mining solutions to coal mines in Indonesia.
Metalicity locks in Chinese partnership (0) February 9, 2017 Metalicity has secured a joint venture agreement with China Nonferrous Metals Company (CNFC) that will help it advance the Admiral Bay zinc project in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto surges to profit as commodity prices bounce back (0) February 9, 2017 Rising commodity prices have guided Rio Tinto to a full-year profit of $US4.6 billion ($6.02 billion) in 2016, a massive turnaround from the previous year.
Mt Marion delivers first lithium shipment to China (0) February 8, 2017 Mineral Resources’ Mt Marion joint venture project in the Western Australian goldfields, sent its first lithium concentrate shipment to China on Tuesday.
Pembroke Resources to build coal mine in Bowen Basin (0) February 8, 2017 Pembroke Resources is planning to build a coal mine at Olive Downs in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, after purchasing some of its projects from Peabody Energy.
Mining engineers top employability list (0) February 8, 2017 Mining engineering graduates top the list of employable graduates, according to a study from Graduate Careers Australia.
EPA fines Origin Energy $15,000 over ash dam dust (0) February 7, 2017 The NSW EPA has fined Origin Energy Eraring $15,000 after dust was blown offsite from an ash dam at its Eraring Power Station.
FIFO software aims to deliver cost and time savings (0) February 7, 2017 A new disruptive technology will enable resources companies to save 9.2 hours per fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) swing, software company iHandover claims.
Pilbara Ports records high monthly shipping throughput (0) February 7, 2017 The Pilbara Ports Authority has recorded an increase in monthly throughput, delivering 52.3 million tonnes (Mt) in January, up 12 per cent from the same time last year.
Research on FIFO lifestyle to find links to wellbeing (0) February 7, 2017 A new Central Queensland (CQ) University study aims to assess how the fly-in fly-out (FIFO) worker lifestyle affects the wellbeing of miners and their partners.
Roy Hill awards contract to Guma ICRG (0) February 6, 2017 Guma Indigenous Construction Resources Group (ICRG) has been awarded a contract to carry out the Roy Hill port sump installation project at the miner’s operations near Port Hedland in Western ...
Lithium Australia launches takeover offer for Lepidico (0) February 6, 2017 Activity in Australia’s emerging lithium industry continues to heat up with Lithium Australia planning a $23.8 million takeover offer for explorer and developer Lepidico.
Black lung case confirmed in NSW (0) February 6, 2017 A NSW coal mine worker has been diagnosed with coal worker’s pneumoconiosis (CWP), or black lung, the first confirmed case in the state since the 1970s.
Crystal-Clear Communications for a Safer Industrial Environment (0) February 6, 2017 Noise attenuation headsets and two-way radio communicators are an essential part of safety in noisy workplaces. An effective communications headset solution with group communicator capability ensures clear transfer of information ...
Japanese company launches drones for Aussie mining industry (0) February 3, 2017 Japanese unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) provider Terra Drone has launched an office in Brisbane, aiming to bring more drone technology to Australia’s mining sector.
Panoramic Resources on track to extend Savannah mine life (0) February 3, 2017 Panoramic Resources could potentially extend the mine life of its Savannah nickel operations by up to 10 years, following the release of the project’s feasibility study.
OceanaGold plans to battle Philippines move to suspend mine (0) February 3, 2017 Australia’s OceanaGold plans to take legal action if a proposed move in the Philippines to suspend or close a series of mines in the country, including its Didipio operation, for ...
Santos seeks Narrabri approval as project controversy returns (0) February 2, 2017 Australian energy company Santos has submitted a state development application and environmental statement for the Narrabri coal seam gas project in New South Wales amid continued opposition to its plans ...
What’s on show at CONEXPO 2017 (0) February 2, 2017 This year’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada, exhibiting the latest mining equipment and technology.
Drones boost mine remediation in the NT (0) February 2, 2017 Drones are being used to inspect legacy mines in the Northern Territory, helping aid remediation efforts.
Danakili secures milestones for Colluli potash project (0) February 1, 2017 Danakali has been awarded crucial mining licences for the Colluli potash project in Eritrea, adding to the signing of the mining agreement with the country’s government.
BHP Billiton coal alliance offers hundreds of jobs in Queensland (0) February 1, 2017 More jobs are returning to Australia’s coal industry. Queensland’s coal sector in the Bowen Basin is the beneficiary on this occasion, with the BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) offering hundreds ...
Lucapa acquires stake in African diamond company (0) January 31, 2017 Australia’s Lucapa Diamond has secured a 70 per cent interest in Mothae Diamonds, which holds significant diamond resources in Lesotho, Southern Africa.
UQ receives $1.2m for resources sector projects (0) January 31, 2017 Three research projects from the University of Queensland (UQ) have received $1.2 million in grants to develop solutions for the resources industry.
Fortescue iron ore shipments fall slightly (0) January 31, 2017 Australian iron ore miner Fortescue Metals Group has reported a minor drop in shipments for the December 2016 quarter.
Smart mining market set to boom (0) January 31, 2017 The smart mining market is on track for substantial growth in the coming years, a new report by Transparency Market Research has found.
Newcrest remains on target despite decline in output (0) January 30, 2017 Newcrest Mining has reported a slight drop in gold production during the December quarter after selling a mine and lowering output at one of its key mines.
Aggreko acquires US heating and cooling company (0) January 30, 2017 Temporary power generation company Aggreko has acquired US-based TuCo Industrial Products, a temporary heat and air conditioning equipment provider for the construction, industrial and commercial industries.
Australian uranium industry plays a role in global production growth (0) January 30, 2017 Australia’s Four Mile uranium mine in South Australia, previously a joint venture between Quasar Resources and Alliance Resources, is playing a part in a global lift in production of the ...
Woodside, Rio trial LNG-fuelled bulk carriers (0) January 30, 2017 Woodside Energy, together with Rio Tinto and BHP, are taking part in a joint study to assess the viability of using LNG-fuelled iron ore bulk carriers.
Oz Minerals increases focus on copper expansion (0) January 30, 2017 Oz Minerals has lifted its copper production target for the next two years as the company’s focus continues to shift towards the base metal ahead of gold.
Brockman Mining wins port access for Project Maverick (0) January 27, 2017 Brockman Mining has signed a deal to use the Utah Point Bulk Handling Facility at Port Hedland, Western Australia for its Project Maverick iron ore resource.
BHP releases online shipping platform (0) January 27, 2017 BHP Billiton has released an online auctioning platform for shippers to offer the best haulage price for commodities such as iron ore to its customers.
Exploration project aims to keep gas in Australia (0) January 27, 2017 The Queensland Government has released land for gas exploration in the Surat Basin, under strict conditions that the gas produced is sold in Australia.
Atlas Copco introduces new automation software (0) January 27, 2017 Atlas Copco has launched the Dynamic tunnelling package, new automation software which it says improves accuracy of the excavation as drill plans are always fitted for the current section.
Roy Hill partners with IT provider Ajilon (0) January 26, 2017 Roy Hill has partnered with IT consulting and services provider Ajilon to boost its business analytics processes.
AMMA chief recognised for industry contribution on Australia Day (0) January 26, 2017 Australian Mines and Metals Association chief executive Steve Knott has been appointed a Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) as part of today’s Australia Day ...
Sandfire to repay DeGrussa debt ahead of schedule (0) January 25, 2017 Sandfire Resources will use a strong cash position to repay the remaining debt it owes for a $380 million facility it secured for development of the DeGrussa copper-gold project in ...
BHP Billiton delivers record iron ore output as prices surge (0) January 25, 2017 BHP Billiton is making the most of higher iron ore prices, lifting output at its Pilbara mines in Western Australia to a record during the December 2016 half year.
BHP, Vale in fresh Samarco legal battle (0) January 24, 2017 A Brazilian bank has filed a class action suit against BHP Billiton and joint venture partner Vale, over $2.2 billion notes used to fund the failed Samarco project.
CIMIC unveils takeover offer for Macmahon (0) January 24, 2017 Leading mining contractor CIMIC Group has launched an unconditional takeover bid for Perth-based mining services company, Macmahon Holdings.
Curtin Uni revamps accommodation to attract mining students (0) January 24, 2017 Curtin University, in collaboration with the WA Government, has opened a newly refurbished student accommodation facility in Kalgoorlie to bring more mining students to the region.
Gruyere gold project receives environmental approval (0) January 24, 2017 The Gruyere gold project joint venture between Australia’s Gold Road Resources and South Africa’s Gold Fields has received its environmental approval from the Western Australian Government.
WPG trucks first ore from Tarcoola (0) January 24, 2017 WPG Resources has trucked first ore from the Tarcoola gold mine in South Australia to the Challenger processing plant for treatment.
Balla Balla iron ore project moves to next stage with state agreement (0) January 24, 2017 The Western Australian Government has confirmed that a state agreement has been signed with Balla Balla Infrastructure Group to develop a $5.6 billion integrated iron ore project in the Pilbara ...
Schlumberger holds strong in 2016 results (0) January 23, 2017 Oil and gas services provider Schlumberger has recorded an increase in revenue in the fourth quarter of 2016 upon release of its full year results.
OceanaGold pours first gold at US mine (0) January 23, 2017 Dual-listed OceanaGold Corp has poured first gold from the Haile mine in South Carolina, United States.
Ardea to list on the ASX next month (0) January 23, 2017 Heron Resources spin-off, Ardea Resources, will list on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in February by raising up to $6 million from an initial public offering (IPO).
New Hope for coal mine expansion after federal breakthrough (0) January 23, 2017 New Hope Group has finally received federal approval for the $900 million expansion of its New Acland coal mine in Queensland, a decade after first proposing the growth project.
BHP, Vale negotiate Samarco clean up costs (0) January 20, 2017 Vale, BHP Billiton Brazil and Samarco have entered a preliminary agreement with Brazil’s Federal Prosecutors’ Office over remediation fees following the Samarco tailings dam failure.
Mining moves: Doray Minerals appoints new managing director, and more (0) January 20, 2017 Australian Mining brings readers the latest corporate appointments and departures in the local and international mining industry, including the appointment of a managing director at Doray Minerals and Fortescue’s new ...
Rio Tinto’s latest Amrun contract to create 150 jobs in Queensland (0) January 20, 2017 Rio Tinto has awarded a $70 million bulk earthworks contract to civil engineering firm QBirt for the development of mine infrastructure at the Amrun bauxite project in northern Queensland.
Samarco restart ‘probable’ in March (0) January 19, 2017 Brazil’s mines and energy minister Fernando Coelho Filho has suggested a restart of production at Samarco is likely in March.
EnerMech acquires electrical supplier EPS Group (0) January 19, 2017 Engineering company EnerMech has acquired oil and gas electrical services supplier EPS Group in Australia and the Americas.
Caterpillar to expand range of autonomous trucks (0) January 19, 2017 Caterpillar has launched a project that will see the mining equipment manufacturer move further into autonomous technology.
Struggling uranium market pushes ERA to another impairment (0) January 18, 2017 Rio Tinto subsidiary Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) is anticipating it will report a $231 million impairment for 2016 as lower uranium prices continue to impact the company.
Swift Networks to keep Ichthys entertained (0) January 18, 2017 Communications company Swift Networks has won a contract to supply a broad suite of services, including entertainment content, connectivity and related support to the INPEX-operated Ichthys liquefied natural gas (LNG) ...
RCR Tomlinson secures EPC contract at Pilbara lithium project (0) January 18, 2017 Lithium developer Pilbara Minerals has awarded an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract at the Pilgangoora project in Western Australia to RCR Tomlinson.
Hexagon Mining snaps up Perth-based tech company MiPlan (0) January 18, 2017 Hexagon Mining has acquired Perth-based technology company MiPlan, a developer of mobile software applications for field data collection, fleet management, production management and reporting.
Atlas Copco plans to spin-off mining division (0) January 18, 2017 Swedish equipment manufacturer Atlas Copco is planning to split into two companies next year, with its mining and construction tools division shaping as the basis of a new entity.
Australia’s mining industry can expect an increase in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) this year, especially in the coal and gold sectors, according to Herbert Smith Freehills.
Caterpillar has launched the MD6250 blasthole drill, which it says delivers optimum drilling efficiency in single- and multi-pass applications for both rotary and down-the-hole modes.
Orion Gold has entered a joint venture with Independence Group (IGO) for the Fraser Range nickel-copper project in Western Australia.
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology has partnered with IBM to develop data driven productivity and predictive maintenance services for the mining and rock excavation industry.
Rio Tinto has launched its Central Queensland University scholarship program for 2017, available to first year science and engineering students at the university’s Mackay campus.
RCR Tomlinson has secured a contract to provide engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operation and maintenance (O&M) services for the Gannawarra Solar Farm in Victoria.
Researchers from the Tyndall National Institute based at the University College Cork, Ireland, are developing a method for detecting mercury using gold.
This article shows how in the current environment of low commodity returns, miners are under pressure to reduce operating costs. One way they can do this is by reducing fuel ...
The Northern Territory Government has signed Project Facilitation Agreements (PFA) for two mining projects, set to bring more than 2000 jobs to the territory.
Australian Mining brings readers the latest corporate appointments and departures impacting the local and international resources industry.
The number of mine workers diagnosed with black lung in Australia has risen, with the 20th case confirmed in Queensland.
Western Australia’s Curtin University has ranked second in the world for its mineral and mining engineering program in a global survey that analyses popular subject areas.
Rio Tinto has officially announced that Jan du Plessis will retire as chairman.
Lithium Australia wants to bust a myth that a process it is developing for lithium recovery uses toxic reagents.
Metso has launched a new rock crushing technology, which it says cuts operational costs by 10 per cent and enables 10 per cent higher uptime compared to traditional cone crushers.
Intermin Resources has entered an agreement with Echo Resources to acquire the Anthill gold project northwest of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in Western Australia.
Alice Queen has entered a heads of agreement with Newcrest for a proposed farm-in on its Mendooran copper-gold project in New South Wales.
Iron ore miner Fortescue Metals Group has welcomed its second ore carrier – FMG Grace – into Port Hedland.
The Takeover Panel has decided not to become involved in Cimic’s proposed acquisition of Macmahon Holdings.
Maptek has unveiled the third generation I-Site XR3 and LR3 laser scanners – a smaller, lighter model offering an improvement in range capability while retaining reliability and usability.
Tech company RungePincockMinarco (RPM) has launched its latest product – Operations Manager.
Hexagon Mining has introduced GeoLogic, a new product for the mining industry that leverages the power of implicit modelling by sequencing surfaces and solids to create an airtight geological model.
Mackay-based association Resources Industry Network (RIN) is calling for the local business community to participate in a gender diversity research project.
Resolute Mining’s Ravenswood expansion project has taken a crucial step forward with the Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Protection providing the final environmental approval.
Contractor Cimic has turned to the Takeovers Panel in its attempt to acquire Macmahon Holdings, which is trying to block the bid through a deal with Indonesia’s PT Amman Mineral ...
The 10 Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) members are getting closer to reaching their production reduction goals, dropping output in January to an average of 32.03 million barrels ...
The iron ore price has dropped to its lowest mark in almost a month after falling below $US90 a tonne overnight.
Mining services provider Programmed has set a goal to employ 5000 Indigenous Australians across its operations.
BHP Billiton has signed a contract with Pemex Exploration & Production Mexico to finish work on the Trion discovery in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico.
Dacian Gold is set to award the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for its Mt Morgans gold project in Western Australia to GR Engineering.
Vimy Resources’ Mulga Rock uranium project has been approved by minister for the environment and energy Josh Frydenberg; the final approval required before beginning production.
Metso is expanding its global manufacturing capacity for rubber screening media used in minerals processing by investing in three new injection presses, including one for its Australian facility.
Rio Tinto is cutting more jobs and production at the Boyne aluminium smelter at Gladstone in Queensland.
Deloitte is encouraging mining companies to put digital thinking at the centre of their business strategies and practices to help positively transform decision making.
A Greens plan to shut down New South Wales’ coal industry has been slammed by the state’s leading mining body.
The world’s largest new diamond mine Gahcho Kue, located in Canada’s North West Territories, has begun commercial production.
Lucapa Diamonds has sold $9.1 million worth of diamonds from its Lulo project in Angola at the completion of its second sale for 2017.
Attila Resources has entered an agreement with MMG to acquire the Century zinc mine in north west Queensland.
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Ernst & Young (EY) expects an upward trend in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital raising activity to continue in 2017, the company outlined in its latest mining and metals ...
Caterpillar has partnered with international automotive supplier Continental to equip its Cat off-highway trucks with new rigid dump truck (RTD) master tyres.
Ausdrill subsidiary BTP Equipment has secured a $70 million contract extension at Peabody Energy’s Hunter Valley and Bowen Basin coal operations.
Australis Oil & Gas subsidiary Australis TMS, has entered a US$80 million ($104 million) agreement to acquire all of Encana Oil & Gas’ Tuscaloosa Marine Shale (TMS) assets.
Western Australia remains the most attractive jurisdiction in Australia for mining investment, according to Canadian think-tank, the Fraser Institute.
Woodside Petroleum cut the pay of chief executive officer Peter Coleman by more than $1 million in 2016.
BC Iron and Kalium Lakes have entered a joint venture agreement for the Carnegie potash project in Western Australia.
Another Queensland coal miner has been diagnosed with black lung, the 19th person to be confirmed with the disease since its resurgence in Australia.
Macmahon Holdings, which is a takeover target of leading contractor Cimic, has signed an agreement for what it calls a “potentially transformational transaction” that raises doubt about its suitor’s acquisition ...
Newcrest Mining has partnered with Unearthed once again for its upcoming hackathon in Melbourne from March 17-19.
Mining private equity manager EMR Capital has completed its acquisition of MMG’s Golden Grove mine in Western Australia.
A Western Sydney University study has found toxic discharge from the Clarence Colliery in New South Wales is affecting the Heritage listed Blue Mountains area.
The New South Wales Minerals Council’s latest expenditure survey has found that the 23 participating mining companies directly injected $10.8 billion in the state’s economy in 2015/16.
Woodside Energy, together with GE, have signed an agreement to support the use of LNG as a key fuel source in Western Australia.
Iron ore miner Fortescue Metals Group has denied it will make an offer for Wesfarmers’ Curragh coal mine in Queensland.
Mining, resources and energy remains the highest paid industry on online jobs portal Seek despite a slight year-on-year fall.
The trend towards adopting CSR (corporate social responsibility) structures within companies started early as the 70s and 80s. Today that trend has become a critical pillar in decision making across ...
Scientists have identified why some of the richest ore deposits such as copper, zinc and uranium were during the middle period of the Earth’s history.
APA Group has signed an agreement with Cooper Energy to develop Gippsland Basin gas projects – bringing new gas supply sources to south east Australia.
Altura Mining’s Pilgangoora lithium project is another step closer to full production after the Western Australian department of mines (DMP) approved its project management plan.
Monadelphous has secured $120 million worth of new contracts and additional work for resources companies including Fortescue Metals Group and BHP Billiton.
Australian gold mine production reached a 17-year high in 2016, according to gold mining consultants Surbiton Associates.
Queensland copper producer Cudeco has awarded Andy’s Earthmovers (Asia Pacific) a contract to provide mining services at its Rocklands copper mine.
National Energy Resources Australia (NERA) has released a 10-year roadmap to boost competitiveness in Australia’s coal, oil and gas, and uranium energy resources industries.
Lucapa Diamond’s recent recovery of a 227-carat stone from the Lulo mine in Angola was assisted by an X-ray transmission (XRT) sorting technology developed by Norway’s Tomra.
Anglo American’s expansion plan for the Drayton South coal operation in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales has again been knocked back.
Mine processing plant wear solutions provider WEARX has welcomed Dr Tobias Krull as the company’s new Innovation and Technology manager.
Mining services company Ausdrill has secured more than $200 million worth of contract extensions with two of its existing clients in the Goldfields region of Western Australia – Kalgoorlie Consolidated ...
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has raised concerns about South32’s proposed acquisition of Peabody Energy’s Metropolitan coal assets in the Illawarra region of New South Wales.
Pembroke Resources’ $1 billion Olive Downs coal mine near Moranbah in Queensland is getting closer to production, after receiving a coordinated project status.
Queensland’s department of natural resources and mines (DNRM) has approved the move of the Blair Athol coal mine to TerraCom subsidiary Orion Mining
Parkway Minerals has expanded into Western Australia’s salt lake sector, acquiring the Lake Barlee potash/lithium brine project northwest of Kalgoorlie.
The Western Australian department of mines and petroleum (DMP) has approved Altura Mining’s proposal for the Pilgangoora lithium project in the Pilbara.
BHP Billiton has delivered a significant rise in profit during the first half of the 2017 financial year, helped by a resurgence in commodity prices and a company push to ...
Richard Goyder will take over as chairman of Woodside Petroleum next year, his second major appointment since Wesfarmers announced he would step down as managing director of the company earlier ...
Senex Energy has approved its first major investment in the Western Surat Gas project in Queensland, providing $50 million to the project’s well drilling campaign.
Brazilian gold miner Beadell Resources will raise up to $51 million to fund mine upgrades and exploration activities at its Tucano operation.
RungePincockMinarco (RPM) has released the Haulsim 2.3 mine simulation software.
Action Drill and Blast (ADB) was last week awarded a $40 million contract to provide drilling and blasting services for mining contractor Macmahon Holdings at Newcrest Mining’s Telfer gold mine ...
Engineering company Aurecon has appointed Alex Wonhas as the new global managing director to lead its energy and resources business.
South32 and AusQuest have formed an alliance to develop exploration opportunities in Australia and internationally.
Monadelphous, in a joint venture with Jacobs Engineering, has received a letter of intent for a five-year, $50 million per annum contract for engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services at ...
Gascoyne Resources has raised $55 million in capital to develop the Dalgaranga gold project in the Murchison region of Western Australia.
Western Australia based engineering company Minprovise has secured a contract to supply a primary crusher for Rio Tinto’s Silvergass iron ore mine in the Pilbara.
Bulk material processing and handling system supplier Superior Industries will debut its Exterra Secondary Belt Cleaner at this year’s CONEXPO in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Origin Energy has released their latest half year results, citing a $1.68 billion loss.
Atlas Iron has approved the development of the Corunna Downs iron ore project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Austmine 2017: Mining’s Innovation Imperative, is coming to Perth’s Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 22-24.
The biennial conference and exhibition will feature more than 50 speakers from across the globe, ...
Rio Tinto has awarded civil construction company Fulton Hogan a $45 million contract to build a dam supplying water to its Amrun bauxite project in Queensland.
The Gruyere gold project joint venture has received the final mining approval from the Western Australian department of mines and petroleum.
Stellar Resources has been granted a Mining Lease to Stellar’s wholly owned subsidiary Columbus Metals over the Heemskirk tin project.
“Granting of an ML is a major step forward for Stellar’s ...
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued Broula King joint venture with a fine of $15,000 for failing to undertake monitoring required by the company’s environment protection licence at ...
Origin Energy today announced the appointment of Lawrie Tremaine as its new chief financial officer.
He will be a member of the Executive Leadership Team, reporting to CEO, Frank Calabria.
Tremaine joins ...
For the first time in two-and-a-half years, iron ore prices have soared past US$90 a tonne.
Macmahon Holdings Limited has announced it has signed a three-year MOU with Indonesia’s PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara.
The agreement will see Macmahon assist AMNT to evaluate options to accelerate production ...
Rio Tinto has awarded a A$22 million integrated services contract to facilities management provider Sodexo, which includes an Indigenous employment target of 20 per cent within two years.
Sodexo will supply ...
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Newcrest Mining has released the results for the first half of the 2017 financial year, recording a statutory profit of $187 million.
Rio Tinto has appointed three new non-executive directors including former Shell chief financial officer Simon Henry.
The mining industry has long been regarded as one of the most dangerous, challenging, and logistically complex markets in the world. Operations largely take place in vast, remote, and geographically ...
Red River Resources is getting closer to restarting production at its Thalanga zinc project, awarding the West 45 underground mining contract to Pybar Mining Services.
RungePincockMinarco (RPM) has released the ultra short term scheduling tool XECUTE 1.3 for more efficient mine planning.
Mt Gibson Iron has received approval for development of the Iron Hill iron ore mine in Western Australia’s Mid-West region.
BHP Billiton is investing US$2.2 billion ($2.9 billion) as part of its share in the development of the Mad Dog Phase 2 oil project in the Gulf of Mexico.
Howard Porter has unveiled a brand-new ‘Superquad Series Three’ road train, calling it the world’s largest combination of its type to date.
Brisbane based company Gap Geophysics has developed new technologies to investigate further depths during mineral exploration.
The first sale of diamonds for the year from Lucapa Diamond’s Lulo project in Angola has sold for nearly $5 million.
CIMIC Group’s global mining services provider Thiess has secured $134 million worth of contracts to provide mining solutions to coal mines in Indonesia.
Metalicity has secured a joint venture agreement with China Nonferrous Metals Company (CNFC) that will help it advance the Admiral Bay zinc project in Western Australia.
Rising commodity prices have guided Rio Tinto to a full-year profit of $US4.6 billion ($6.02 billion) in 2016, a massive turnaround from the previous year.
Mineral Resources’ Mt Marion joint venture project in the Western Australian goldfields, sent its first lithium concentrate shipment to China on Tuesday.
Pembroke Resources is planning to build a coal mine at Olive Downs in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, after purchasing some of its projects from Peabody Energy.
Mining engineering graduates top the list of employable graduates, according to a study from Graduate Careers Australia.
Lithium company Galaxy Resources has raised $61 million to help fund development of projects in Argentina and Canada, and to strengthen its balance sheet.
Tech company Workfast has extended an Uber-like, on-demand recruitment platform it launched last year to the Australian mining industry.
The NSW EPA has fined Origin Energy Eraring $15,000 after dust was blown offsite from an ash dam at its Eraring Power Station.
A new disruptive technology will enable resources companies to save 9.2 hours per fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) swing, software company iHandover claims.
The Pilbara Ports Authority has recorded an increase in monthly throughput, delivering 52.3 million tonnes (Mt) in January, up 12 per cent from the same time last year.
A new Central Queensland (CQ) University study aims to assess how the fly-in fly-out (FIFO) worker lifestyle affects the wellbeing of miners and their partners.
Young women will make up half the mining apprentices taking part in a work readiness program that kicks off in Queensland today.
The largest gas storage facility in Western Australia is set to be fully operational by June this year, expected to boost energy security in the state.
Guma Indigenous Construction Resources Group (ICRG) has been awarded a contract to carry out the Roy Hill port sump installation project at the miner’s operations near Port Hedland in Western ...
Activity in Australia’s emerging lithium industry continues to heat up with Lithium Australia planning a $23.8 million takeover offer for explorer and developer Lepidico.
Copper miner Tiger Resources has appointed Brad Sampson as the company’s chief executive officer and managing director.
A NSW coal mine worker has been diagnosed with coal worker’s pneumoconiosis (CWP), or black lung, the first confirmed case in the state since the 1970s.
Noise attenuation headsets and two-way radio communicators are an essential part of safety in noisy workplaces. An effective communications headset solution with group communicator capability ensures clear transfer of information ...
Japanese unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) provider Terra Drone has launched an office in Brisbane, aiming to bring more drone technology to Australia’s mining sector.
Panoramic Resources could potentially extend the mine life of its Savannah nickel operations by up to 10 years, following the release of the project’s feasibility study.
Mining exports in the country skyrocketed in December on the back of a surge in coal and iron ore shipments.
Australia’s OceanaGold plans to take legal action if a proposed move in the Philippines to suspend or close a series of mines in the country, including its Didipio operation, for ...
Australian energy company Santos has submitted a state development application and environmental statement for the Narrabri coal seam gas project in New South Wales amid continued opposition to its plans ...
This year’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada, exhibiting the latest mining equipment and technology.
Intensifying the focus on shareholder value has been identified as a key trend for mining companies in Deloitte’s latest Tracking the Trends industry report.
Drones are being used to inspect legacy mines in the Northern Territory, helping aid remediation efforts.
The CFMEU has slammed a proposed decision by the Fair Work Commission to cap coal mine workers’ redundancy payments after a maximum of 15 years.
Danakali has been awarded crucial mining licences for the Colluli potash project in Eritrea, adding to the signing of the mining agreement with the country’s government.
Leading contractor CIMIC has strongly criticised the recent financial and operational performance of takeover target Macmahon Holdings.
More jobs are returning to Australia’s coal industry. Queensland’s coal sector in the Bowen Basin is the beneficiary on this occasion, with the BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) offering hundreds ...
Australia’s Lucapa Diamond has secured a 70 per cent interest in Mothae Diamonds, which holds significant diamond resources in Lesotho, Southern Africa.
Minerals sands miner Iluka Resources has made about 90 positions redundant following a company review that also flagged a significant impairment.
Three research projects from the University of Queensland (UQ) have received $1.2 million in grants to develop solutions for the resources industry.
Australian iron ore miner Fortescue Metals Group has reported a minor drop in shipments for the December 2016 quarter.
The smart mining market is on track for substantial growth in the coming years, a new report by Transparency Market Research has found.
Newcrest Mining has reported a slight drop in gold production during the December quarter after selling a mine and lowering output at one of its key mines.
Temporary power generation company Aggreko has acquired US-based TuCo Industrial Products, a temporary heat and air conditioning equipment provider for the construction, industrial and commercial industries.
Australia’s Four Mile uranium mine in South Australia, previously a joint venture between Quasar Resources and Alliance Resources, is playing a part in a global lift in production of the ...
Woodside Energy, together with Rio Tinto and BHP, are taking part in a joint study to assess the viability of using LNG-fuelled iron ore bulk carriers.
Oz Minerals has lifted its copper production target for the next two years as the company’s focus continues to shift towards the base metal ahead of gold.
Don Harwin has been appointed New South Wales energy and resources minister following a state government cabinet reshuffle yesterday.
Brockman Mining has signed a deal to use the Utah Point Bulk Handling Facility at Port Hedland, Western Australia for its Project Maverick iron ore resource.
BHP Billiton has released an online auctioning platform for shippers to offer the best haulage price for commodities such as iron ore to its customers.
The Queensland Government has released land for gas exploration in the Surat Basin, under strict conditions that the gas produced is sold in Australia.
Mining contractor Macmahon Holdings has dismissed a takeover bid made for the company by CIMIC Group because “it does not represent fair value”.
Atlas Copco has launched the Dynamic tunnelling package, new automation software which it says improves accuracy of the excavation as drill plans are always fitted for the current section.
Roy Hill has partnered with IT consulting and services provider Ajilon to boost its business analytics processes.
Australian Mines and Metals Association chief executive Steve Knott has been appointed a Member in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM) as part of today’s Australia Day ...
The Australian Geoscience Data Cube has won the 2016 Content Platform of the Year category at this year’s Geospatial World Leadership Awards.
Sandfire Resources will use a strong cash position to repay the remaining debt it owes for a $380 million facility it secured for development of the DeGrussa copper-gold project in ...
Gulf Industrials has entered a joint venture agreement with Cassius Mining for the Bolgatanga gold exploration project in Ghana.
Tychean Resources has agreed to buy a 74 per cent stake in South African-based diamond company, Blom Diamonds.
BHP Billiton is making the most of higher iron ore prices, lifting output at its Pilbara mines in Western Australia to a record during the December 2016 half year.
Rio Tinto plans to sell subsidiary Coal & Allied Industries to China’s Yancoal for up to $US2.45 billion ($3.23 billion).
A Brazilian bank has filed a class action suit against BHP Billiton and joint venture partner Vale, over $2.2 billion notes used to fund the failed Samarco project.
Leading mining contractor CIMIC Group has launched an unconditional takeover bid for Perth-based mining services company, Macmahon Holdings.
Curtin University, in collaboration with the WA Government, has opened a newly refurbished student accommodation facility in Kalgoorlie to bring more mining students to the region.
The Gruyere gold project joint venture between Australia’s Gold Road Resources and South Africa’s Gold Fields has received its environmental approval from the Western Australian Government.
WPG Resources has trucked first ore from the Tarcoola gold mine in South Australia to the Challenger processing plant for treatment.
The Western Australian Government has confirmed that a state agreement has been signed with Balla Balla Infrastructure Group to develop a $5.6 billion integrated iron ore project in the Pilbara ...
Oil and gas services provider Schlumberger has recorded an increase in revenue in the fourth quarter of 2016 upon release of its full year results.
A new $5 billion iron ore project is on the cards for the Pilbara, set to create more than 12,000 jobs for the region.
Dual-listed OceanaGold Corp has poured first gold from the Haile mine in South Carolina, United States.
Heron Resources spin-off, Ardea Resources, will list on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in February by raising up to $6 million from an initial public offering (IPO).
New Hope Group has finally received federal approval for the $900 million expansion of its New Acland coal mine in Queensland, a decade after first proposing the growth project.
Vale, BHP Billiton Brazil and Samarco have entered a preliminary agreement with Brazil’s Federal Prosecutors’ Office over remediation fees following the Samarco tailings dam failure.
Rio Tinto has awarded a $70 million bulk earthworks contract to civil engineering firm QBirt for the development of mine infrastructure at the Amrun bauxite project in northern Queensland.
Despite performance challenges South32 believes it remains on track to achieve the 2017 financial year production guidance set at most of its operations.
Brazil’s mines and energy minister Fernando Coelho Filho has suggested a restart of production at Samarco is likely in March.
Engineering company EnerMech has acquired oil and gas electrical services supplier EPS Group in Australia and the Americas.
Caterpillar has launched a project that will see the mining equipment manufacturer move further into autonomous technology.
Rio Tinto and Aluminium Corp of China (Chinalco) have reportedly terminated their joint venture set up to explore for copper.
Rio Tinto subsidiary Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) is anticipating it will report a $231 million impairment for 2016 as lower uranium prices continue to impact the company.
Communications company Swift Networks has won a contract to supply a broad suite of services, including entertainment content, connectivity and related support to the INPEX-operated Ichthys liquefied natural gas (LNG) ...
Lithium developer Pilbara Minerals has awarded an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract at the Pilgangoora project in Western Australia to RCR Tomlinson.
Hexagon Mining has acquired Perth-based technology company MiPlan, a developer of mobile software applications for field data collection, fleet management, production management and reporting.
Swedish equipment manufacturer Atlas Copco is planning to split into two companies next year, with its mining and construction tools division shaping as the basis of a new entity.
Rio Tinto has cited a three per cent increase in Pilbara iron ore shipments in 2016 compared to 2015.