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Anglo American selects new De Beers CEO (0) May 30, 2016 Anglo American have appointed Bruce Cleaver as CEO of diamond company De Beers, with Philippe Mellier stepping down after five years of service.
La Trobe to divest from fossil fuels (2) May 30, 2016 La Trobe University plans to completely divest from fossil fuel related companies, the first to divest fully in Australia.
New underground mining jobs forecast for QLD (883) May 30, 2016 Underground mining in the Bowen Basin is expected to increase by 20 per cent in the next ten years according to Resource Industry Network director Mick Crowe.
Glencore rumoured to be Anglo coal mine buyer (0) May 30, 2016 Glencore has reportedly made a joint bid with Apollo to buy Anglo American’s Grosvenor and Moranbah coal mines.
Merger looms for major lithium companies (0) May 27, 2016 Galaxy Resources and General Mining called a trading halt yesterday to hold talks to finalise a $700 million merger, another facet in lithium boom.
Space miner wins funding to explore…on earth (0) May 27, 2016 Asteroid miner Planetary Resources has won millions in funding to deploy satellites to measure the earth’s mineral composition.
More than 4000 job cuts in Mackay since 2012: CFMEU report (4) May 27, 2016 A report by the Construction, Forestry, Mining, and Energy Union (CFMEU) has revealed 4656 jobs have been lost in Mackay region mines in the last four years.
North Stradbroke Island to end sand mining in 2019 (0) May 26, 2016 The Queensland parliament has passed a bill to end sand mining on North Stradbroke Island in 2019, delivering another blow to the state’s resources sector.
Gina Rinehart no longer Australia’s richest person (0) May 26, 2016 Gina Rinehart has been knocked off the number one spot on the BRW’s Rich 200 list.
High arsenic levels detected in Stawell gold mine dust (0) May 26, 2016 Samples of dust blown offsite from Victoria’s Stawell gold mine have been found to contain high levels of arsenic.
Minerals Council calls for more funding to regional mining communities (0) May 26, 2016 The NSW Minerals Council (NSWMC) 2016/17 Budget Submission has outlined more infrastructure funding for mining communities in regional NSW to strengthen economic development.
American coal billionaire spotted at QLD coal mine (5) May 26, 2016 Chris Cline, a US billionaire with a long history in coal, has been spotted touring Anglo American’s Moranbah coal mine.
China’s coal cuts lifting price (20) May 26, 2016 Planned Chinese coal production cuts are finally making an impact on price, with expectations of a 20 per cent price growth in value by the end of 2016.
K+S Group to launch new salt mine (0) May 26, 2016 German salt and potash miner K+S has acquired mining licences for the Ashburton salt project.
Macmahon sees gold mining contract extension (0) May 26, 2016 Macmahon has been awarded a 24 month extension to its existing St Ives gold mine contract.
Chile goes cold on lithium (3) May 25, 2016 Despite the growing demand for lithium, political instability in Chile, which holds one of the world’s largest deposits, threatens the viable mining of its reserves.
Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group stabilises financial situation (0) May 25, 2016 The financial health of the Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group (NCIG) coal terminal is being reviewed for potential downgrading by ratings agency Moody’s.
Rio Tinto appoints new head of technology and innovation (1) May 25, 2016 Rio Tinto has appointed Stephen McIntosh as its acting group executive, technology and innovation, replacing previous position holder Greg Lilleyman.
Minibus accident at Ichthys LNG facility (0) May 25, 2016 A mini bus collided with a stationary elevated work platform at the Ichthys project onshore LNG facility in Bladin Point, Darwin on Monday.
New Weldmatic 250i, 350i and 500i welding machines (0) May 25, 2016 Welding Industries of Australia (WIA) has introduced three new inverter models to its industry-leading Weldmatic range of MIG and multi-process welding machines.
Resources minister dismisses FIFO tax changes (4) May 24, 2016 Federal resources minister Josh Frydenberg said the Turnbull government has no plans to alter FIFO worker tax arrangements.
More juniors enter race for lithium (0) May 24, 2016 More companies are continuing to join the lithium exploration race, with newcomer Poseidon Nickel’s shares reaching nearly 26 per cent and Atlas Iron gaining 13 per cent
Henty gold mine close to restart (0) May 24, 2016 Tasmania’s Henty Gold Mine is set to restart production once its acquisition by Diversified Minerals is approved by the Victorian Supreme Court.
Arrium sale expected to be complete by year’s end (0) May 24, 2016 Arrium is expected to be on the market in late-July, with most of the restructure and sale set for completion by the end of the year.
New multiplatform mapping system launched (23) May 24, 2016 3D Laser Mapping have released ROBIN, the first multi-platform mapping system to provide three alternative mapping options in one solution. The system was launched at this year’s GeoBusiness 2016 geospatial ...
Worker dies after truck flip over (1) May 23, 2016 A 61 year old truck driver from Burnside has died after a tip truck flipped onto its roof at a quarry in Plumpton, north west of Melbourne.
Minerals Council hits back against calls for stricter industry regulations (0) May 23, 2016 The Independent Inquiry into the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Report has recommended more red tape for Victoria’s mining industry.
Iluka inadequate rehab allegations quashed (3) May 23, 2016 Iluka Resources have been cleared by Victoria’s mining department over accusations of improper dumping and rehabilitation practices at its Douglas mineral sands mine.
Iron ore stable as majors prepare for additional supply (0) May 23, 2016 Iron ore has begun stabilising after a series of falls, with a stronger price point likely to see more marginal players re-enter the market.
Shree Minerals hopeful of long term mine viability (0) May 23, 2016 Shree Minerals is confident their Nelson Bay River mine is viable following speculation it would close due to environmental breaches.
Arrium closure would wipeout 40 per cent of Whyalla workforce: report (0) May 23, 2016 A new study from Flinders University has put the cost of Arrium Whyalla factory closing at 40 per cent of all jobs in the city being lost.
New sulphate removal process developed (4) May 20, 2016 Veolia Water Technologies have developed the sulphate removal technology LoSO4 to treat wastewater from mining operations for discharge or reuse.
Shree Minerals may close iron ore mine (3) May 20, 2016 Speculation is growing over Shree Minerals’ plans to abandon its Nelson Bay River iron ore mine in Tasmania following environmental breaches.
Appeal against Rio Tinto Mt Thorley coal mine expansion dropped (0) May 20, 2016 A local community group has dropped its long running appeal against Rio Tinto’s proposed Mt Thorley Warkworth extension.
Ausdrill sells drilling tool manufacturer (10) May 20, 2016 Ausdrill has sold its Drilling Tools Australia business to Robit, for $66 million.
BC Iron appoints new CEO (2) May 19, 2016 Alwyn Vorster has been appointed as BC Iron’s new chief executive officer, with managing director Morgan Ball stepping down from both his position and the board.
One dollar coal mine reopens, creates new jobs (2) May 19, 2016 The Isaac Plains coal mine reopened yesterday, highlighting the promising long term prospects for the state’s resources sector.
Rio Tinto uncovers ancient Aboriginal artefacts (0) May 19, 2016 The discovery of rare indigenous artefacts on Rio Tinto’s planned Pilbara Western Turner Syncline expansion may effect continued development.
‘BMA de-unionisation’ blamed for Hay Point job cuts (1) May 19, 2016 Maritime Union of Australia’s state secretary Bob Carnegie has claimed BHP Billition Mitsubishi Alliance’s (BMA) plans to de-unionise its workforce following recent job cuts at the Hay Point coal terminal. ...
Caltex Australia and BP win procurement and supplier awards (0) May 19, 2016 Caltex Australia and BP have been recognised for their innovative procurement and sourcing programs, netting two major awards at the 2016 CPO of the Year award.
Palmer to face court of Queensland Nickel collapse (0) May 19, 2016 Clive Palmer has been ordered to attend court regarding the management of Queensland Nickel, as the Federal Government appoints special purpose liquidators for the failed business.
Pink diamond sets new world record (0) May 18, 2016 A rare vivid pink pear-shaped diamond was sold for $42.8 million at a Sotheby’s auction on Tuesday, breaking the record for vivid pink diamonds.
Gorgon LNG recommences operations (6) May 18, 2016 Chevron’s Gorgon LNG project has resumed operations, nearly two months after stopping production.
Sandvik develops new top hammer drill bit (0) May 18, 2016 Sandvik has created a new design for top centre drill bits.
Rio Tinto advance Simandou iron ore project (0) May 18, 2016 Rio Tinto has taken its embattled Simandou iron ore project to the next step, submitting its bankable feasibility study.
New range of designs for portable screens released (0) May 18, 2016 Superior Industries have launched a new set of standard designs for its portable processing plants including a Guardian Screen Plant and Aggre-dry Wash Plant.
Tasmania steps back on mining inspector pay cut (0) May 18, 2016 Tasmania’s government has reversed its decision to cut mining inspector pay.
Toro sees successful uranium benefication at Wiluna (0) May 18, 2016 Toro Energy’s early benefication testwork at its Wiluna uranium mine has resulted in massive grade increases.
Fortescue contractor sees fine over workshop death (0) May 18, 2016 A maintenance contractor has been fined $20,000 for the death of Allen Zuvela at Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine in 2013.
New continuous 3D modelling software released (0) May 18, 2016 ARANZ Geo has released Leapfrog Central, a new model management platform designed to support continuous 3D modelling in mining applications.
New black lung case identified (13) May 17, 2016 An eighth worker has been identified with black lung; the second coal miner in less than a week.
Rossair wins Challenger mine FIFO contract (0) May 17, 2016 South Australia’s Rossair charter flights have been awarded a contract to provide (FIFO) services to workers at WPG’s Challenger gold mine.
Clive Palmer to sue QLD Nickel administrators (3) May 17, 2016 Clive Palmer is seeking $1.2 billion in damages from the administrators of QLD Nickel “in respect of their administration of Queensland Nickel and the illegal diversion of the Queensland Nickel ...
Thyssenkrupp announces new business ‘reorganisation’ (0) May 17, 2016 A new group transformation program had led to massive organisational change at thyssenkrupp’s industrial solutions division.
Geoscientists’ employment rate continues to plummet (7) May 17, 2016 Employment opportunities for geoscientists in Australia have continued to drop during the first quarter of 2016.
RPM acquires iSolutions (1) May 17, 2016 RungePincockMinarco has taken over asset management software company iSolutions.
FMG celebrate eight years of shipments (0) May 17, 2016 Fortescue has celebrated its ‘lucky eight’ year anniversary of its first shipment to Chinese customers.
Halliday FCG announces new diesel exhaust fluid blending plant (0) May 16, 2016 Halliday FCG, an experienced fuel, chemical, gas group servicing all major service centres across Australia, today announced the launch of new Diesel Exhaust Fluid Blending Plant at Brendale QLD. The plant ...
World’s largest plane transports massive mining generator to Perth (0) May 16, 2016 Ukraine’s Antonov An-225 Mriya landed at Perth Airport on Sunday to deliver a 117-tonne generator to South 32’s Worsley Alumina.
South Australia announces new iron ore strategy (5) May 16, 2016 The South Australian Government has announced a new magnetite strategy, committing to an annual export goal of 50 million tonnes of iron ore by 2030.
Pilbara miners slam Port Hedland sale to Utah Point (0) May 16, 2016 Pilbara miners have slammed the State Government’s approach to selling the Port Hedland facility after Utah Point generated enough cash to pay off the government’s $235 million infrastructure investment.
Miners take class action over silicosis (0) May 16, 2016 Nearly half a million current and former miners in South Africa are seeking damages from gold mining companies after contracting lung diseases.
2000 protesters storm coal mine (19) May 16, 2016 As the international environmental campaign against fossil fuels, Break Free, continues, thousands of protesters have blockaded a coal mine in Germany.
Mining CEO pleads guilty to misleading market (0) May 16, 2016 The CEO of Waratah Resources has pled guilty to charges of misleading the market.
Rio Tinto to reopen mine following safety concerns (0) May 13, 2016 Rio Tinto will resume operations at its Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) mine after workers were locked out for five days due to safety concerns over youth gangs.
Hume Coal calls for changes to land access laws (0) May 13, 2016 Hume Coal is seeking changes to the law after losing access to farmland for mining in NSW’s Southern Highlands.
‘Environmentally friendly’ leaching agents found containing cyanide (0) May 13, 2016 Highly toxic sodium cyanide has been discovered in a processing product claiming to be environmentally friendly.
New case of black lung identified (1) May 13, 2016 Another Queensland coal miner has been diagnosed with black lung.
Santos agrees to Fair Work decision on worker’s pay (0) May 13, 2016 Santos has accepted Fair Work rulings over work conditions and payment of employees at its GLNG plant.
WA mining amendment bill and budget receives mixed reaction (0) May 13, 2016 The West Australian Government’s latest budget held both good and poor news for the resources industry, as the state puts forward a new mining bill inquiry.
New report finds workplace injuries caused by insufficient PPE (0) May 13, 2016 A new report has revealed the high rate of injuries caused by insufficient PPE.
Grosvenor mine produces first coal (5) May 13, 2016 Anglo American’s Grosvenor mine has produced first coal ahead of schedule, raising its divestment prospects.
FLSmidth partner with GE on minerals processing data platform (0) May 12, 2016 GE and FLSmidth have partnered to create develop the minerals processing Industrial Internet of Things.
New mine set for QLD, welcomed by Mackay Council (0) May 12, 2016 The construction of a new mine in Queensland is set to create 400 jobs, after receiving support from the Mackay Regional Council.
BMA’s Hay Point cuts 20 jobs (1) May 12, 2016 Twenty people have been sacked from BMA’s Hay Point Coal Terminal in Queensland.
New modular impact beds for load zones (0) May 12, 2016 Flexco have added modular impact beds to their line of load zone solutions.
Mining equipment rental market forecast to grow (0) May 12, 2016 A new report forecasts that the global mining equipment rental market will grow at a CAGR of 3.36 per cent between 2016 and 2020.
New underground truck engine developed (22) May 12, 2016 Volvo Penta, in collaboration with Sandvik, have developed the new TAD1643VE-B engine for Sandvik’s latest underground mining trucks.
Rio Tinto workers cut in Yarwun restructure (0) May 11, 2016 A number of works have been cut at Rio Tinto’s Yarwun facility as the low alumina price continues to bite.
Chatree Thailand closes over health concerns (0) May 11, 2016 Kingsgate Consolidated’s troubled gold mine, Chatree has been forced to close again over suspected metal poisoning.
Volvo taking automated vehicles underground (0) May 11, 2016 Volvo is demonstrating the underground capabilities of its self-driving trucks, following on from its ‘platoon of automated trucks’ journey across Europe.
Landowners win case against coal mine (0) May 11, 2016 A group of landowners in NSW’s Southern Highlands are celebrating a win after a six-year case to stop Hume Coal’s land access.
BHP announces increase in exploration (4) May 11, 2016 BHP is turning its eye towards future growth as it announces a renewed focus on exploration.
New super fine crusher developed in South Australia (0) May 11, 2016 South Australia’s IMP technology (IMPTEC) have developed an energy efficient super fine crusher that reduces communition costs.
Is iron ore’s rally over? (23) May 11, 2016 Iron ore’s reversals from its US$70 high are continuing, as the metal slipped close to US$51 per tonne.
Gindalbie appoint new CEO (0) May 10, 2016 Gindalbie Metals has appointed Chris Stevens as CEO.
GR Engineering win APLNG maintenance contract (0) May 10, 2016 GR Engineering’s Upstream Production Solutions (Upstream PS) has signed an agreement with Origin Energy to provide maintenance at its APLNG operations in Queensland’s Surat Basin.
John Deere releases new motor graders (0) May 10, 2016 John Deere has released the new G Series motor grader which features a series of productivity enhancements.
Orica half-year net profit slides as mining weakness continues (0) May 10, 2016 Orica’s net profit has fallen by nearly a third, partly due to the settlement with the Australian Taxation Office.
Ausenco win processing plant contract (4) May 10, 2016 Ausenco has been awarded a $91 million gold processing plant contract.
Freeport sells billion dollar mine to Chinese miner (0) May 10, 2016 Freeport McMoRan has sold its largest holdings in Africa to China Molybdenum for more than US$2 billion.
SA can benefit from nuclear power: Royal Commission report (0) May 10, 2016 The South Australian Chamber of Commerce (SACOME) has welcomed the release of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission’s report supporting of uranium mining in the SA.
Sixth largest diamond sold for US$63 million (0) May 10, 2016 Lucara diamond’s 813 carat diamond, discovered in Botswana’s Karowe mine in November 2015, has been sold for US$63 million (AU$86 million).
Security at Obuasi mine worsening (23) May 10, 2016 Security at AngloGold Ashanti’s Obuasi mine in Ghana has continued to deteriorate despite efforts by Ghanaian authorities to enforce law and order.
Workers to go at West Wallsend coal as mine winds down (0) May 9, 2016 Another 40 workers have been cut from Glencore’s West Wallsend coal mine as it prepares to close.
Glencore buys stake in Atlas Iron (1) May 9, 2016 Glencore is stepping into iron ore in Australia, after buying a stake in Atlas Iron.
Anti-coal blockade hits Newcastle port (8) May 9, 2016 Anti-coal protestors lined Newcastle’s Horseshoe Beach on Sunday, as their blockade prevented the movement of coal from the port.
Australia joins global transparency initiative in the resources sector (0) May 9, 2016 Australia is joining the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), an international standard for increased transparency and accountability in the resources sector.
Atlas Copco launches battery powered loader (862) May 9, 2016 Atlas Copco has launched its newest zero emissions underground loader, setting a new benchmark in operator safety.
iSeekplant.com.au turbocharges growth with new capital and customers, off the back of their ‘low-touch model’ (0) May 9, 2016 iSeekplant.com.au reaffirmed its market dominance in the newly formed online plant and equipment space, with incredible growth recorded since the beginning of the year off the back of their model ...
RCR win Newcrest contract (3) May 9, 2016 RCR Tomlinson has won a contract for a new materials handling facility at Newcrest’s Cadia Valley Operations.
Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting appoints new CEO (0) May 9, 2016 Garry Korte is moving from CFO of Roy Hill to take the reins of Hancock Prospecting, from July 1.
Rio Tinto’s Oyu Tolgoi moves underground (0) May 9, 2016 Rio Tinto has approved underground development of its tier one Oyu Tologoi copper gold mine in Mongolia, with development set to commence mid 2016.
Underground decline to start at Carrapateena, new jobs to be created (2) May 9, 2016 OZ Minerals is ramping up work on its massive Carrapateena copper deposit, with decline construction slated for the coming months.
Caterpillar launches renewable power system (5) May 6, 2016 Caterpillar has released the Cat Microgrid technology, a suite of power systems that combine renewable energy sources with traditional power outlets.
Iron ore slips below US$60 (0) May 6, 2016 Iron ore’s rally appears to be receding, as the metal slides below US$60 per tonne.
Caterpillar develops new digital technology strategy (0) May 6, 2016 Caterpillar has launched “The Age of Smart Iron”, its new strategy to be the industry leader in efficient, productive, safe, and profitable digital solutions.
Terex launches new portable impactor (3) May 6, 2016 Terex Minerals Processing Systems has released the new CRH1313R portable impactor and screen plant for high throughput production.
New space mining joint venture developed (1) May 6, 2016 A partnership between Deep Space Industries and Luxembourg has been created to develop space mining technology.
Second largest single diamond set to reach $93million (0) May 6, 2016 The world’s second largest rough cut diamond, the size of a tennis ball, is expected to be valued at more than CAD$90 million at auction.
Tasmanian mining minister rejects conflict of interest claims (0) May 5, 2016 Tasmanian’s newly appointed mining minister, Adam Brooks, has rejected conflict of interest claims made against him by the state opposition.
Deswik to launch caving tool at MassMin (0) May 5, 2016 Deswik will have its new caving tool on stand at MassMin 2016, in Sydney.
Rio Tinto look to 60 to 90 day payment terms for larger suppliers (2) May 5, 2016 Rio Tinto will put forward its previously mooted extended payment terms, pushing payment out to between 60 and 90 days, for its multinational and largest suppliers.
Could gold rise above US$1500? (4) May 5, 2016 Ongoing strength in gold is reversing the forecasts for the metal, but can it rise above the US$1500 benchmark again?
Komatsu releases new wheel loader (0) May 4, 2016 Komatsu has released the new WA500-8 wheel loader equipped with a Tier 4 certified engine.
Australian Rail Track Corporation kept under Government ownership (0) May 4, 2016 The proposed sale of the $4 billion Australian Rail Track Corporation has been canned by the Federal Government this week as it pursues its ambitious Melbourne-to-Brisbane inland rail project.
WA gold project receives mining approvals (0) May 4, 2016 Empire Resources Penny’s Find project has received the greenlight from the WA DMP.
Calls to stop tax benefits for activist groups (3) May 4, 2016 A Federal inquiry has recommended changing the tax status of activist groups claiming to be environmental charities while engaging in illegal activity.
BHP and Vale face new US$43 billion Samarco lawsuit (0) May 4, 2016 Brazilian Federal prosecutors have begun civil proceedings against BHP and Vale joint venture operation Samarco , seeking compensation for social, environmental, and economic damages.
World first mapping trial for Tasmanian tin mine (0) May 4, 2016 Tin junior Elementos has partnered with Australian geophysical services company Geo9 to conduct a world-first mapping system trial at its Cleveland mine in northwest Tasmania.
Large violet diamond unearthed at Argyle (0) May 3, 2016 Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine in WA has discovered a large violet diamond, dubbing it “The Argyle Violet”.
Fortescue pays off billions in debt (0) May 3, 2016 Fortescue has issued a US$650 million repayment notice for its 2019 secured term loan, a week after it began the repayment of US$577 million worth of notes last week.
A sea of pink at Roy Hill [gallery] (0) May 3, 2016 As Gina Rinehart’s Roy Hill mine comes online and begins shipping iron ore, it is also making waves in terms of its social and corporate responsibility, as it paints its ...
Atlas Copco unveils hyper-precise production drill (1) May 3, 2016 Atlas Copco has demonstrated the extreme precision of its new Simba S7 production drill by performing pool tricks shots in an underground mine.
Sandvik launches new tunnelling jumbo (5) May 3, 2016 Sandvik has released its new tunnelling jumbo, the DT912D.
Pink truck fleet delivers message of hope (5) May 3, 2016 Gina Rinehart’s Roy Hill mine truck fleet painted pink to raise breast cancer awareness and highlight growing role of women in mining.
Gold shoots past US$1300 mark (0) May 3, 2016 Gold has defied market expectations, rising above US$1300 for the first time in more than a year.
Ansell sells protective footwear business (2) May 2, 2016 Ansell has announced the sale of its Onguard footwear business, including a US factory, to Dunlop Industrial and Protective Footwear for an undisclosed amount.
New multi-use portable compressors (7) May 2, 2016 Atlas Copco is launching two multi-use portable compressors featuring a breakthrough PACE system
Donaldson mine enters care and maintenance (0) May 2, 2016 Yancoal’s Donaldson coal mine has moved to care and maintenance, with the majority of the workforce deployed to nearby mines.
Trimble releases new haul truck monitoring system (0) May 2, 2016 Trimble have released the Loadrite H2250 Haul Truck Monitor for rigid body haul trucks.
Atlas Copco expands its range of tower lights (0) May 2, 2016 Atlas Copco have extended their range of HiLight towers to seven models, including four LED solutions, suitable for the industrial sector.
Gorgon LNG to resume production (0) May 2, 2016 The US$54 billion Gorgon LNG project is set to recommence following the repair of mechanical problems.
Juniors continue to seek outside investment (0) May 2, 2016 As the resources landscape continues to decline, junior miners are continuing to seek investment outside the sector.
Has downturn reached the bottom? Albanese says yes (26) May 1, 2016 Former Rio Tinto CEO Tom Albanese believes the commodity downturn has reached the bottom of the trough, and is on its way up once more.
An on-site trial of a revolutionary mechanical bucket is yielding benefits for Cadia Valley Operations as well as its manufacturer, Keech Mining Supplies. (21) May 1, 2016 Keech Mining Supplies specialises in providing the mining industry with quality buckets, ground engaging tools, specialised equipment and after sales support. The company has designed and manufactured a unique bucket for ...
Calls for coal dust monitoring group to battle black lung (1) April 29, 2016 A new senate report is calling for a national coal dust monitoring group to be created following the re-emergence of black lung.
FIFO industry loses recreation leave battle (6) April 29, 2016 FIFO workers hopes have been quashed in court after the Fair Work Commission ruled recreation leave would not be included in termination notices.
Anglo American sells off phosphates and niobium (0) April 29, 2016 Anglo American has sold its niobium and phosphates business to China Molybdenum for US$1.5 billion.
Mount Isa line presents problems as another train derails (0) April 29, 2016 There have now been three derailments in the last six months as $50 million dollars has been spent to maintain the Mount Isa line.
Rio Tinto to buy back US$1.359 billion in debt (0) April 28, 2016 Rio Tinto’s plan to repay debt early will see it purchase around US$1.359 billion in outstanding 2017 and 2018 notes.
Orica, Thales sign agreement for Aussie-made explosive boosters (1) April 28, 2016 Orica and Thales have signed a 10-year contract to develop five million explosive boosters per year at Thales in Australia. These boosters are used in mining and construction to help detonate ...
Native flowers discovered on former mining site (0) April 28, 2016 Millions of native orchids have been found growing on a former mining site in New York’s Adirondacks mountain region, strengthening the restoration value of land thought to be blighted. State University ...
Coal industry praised for commitment to workplace health and safety (1) April 28, 2016 The NSW Minister for Industry, Energy and Resources Anthony Roberts has commended the state’s workplace health and safety efforts. This comes ahead of the International Day of Mourning, held on April ...
Sheepdogs trialled to combat dingoes on mines (0) April 28, 2016 Following on from the recent movie Oddball, Western Australia’s Pilbara region is trialling the use of maremma dogs to keep dingoes away from mining operations. The three-month trial was done at ...
Stanford backflips on fossil fuel divestment (0) April 28, 2016 Stanford University has announced it will not divest its stakes in fossil fuel companies. The university’s board of trustees had formerly pledged to divest its coal mining company stocks that lay ...
Adani sees another environmental legal challenge (3) April 27, 2016 The Environmental Defenders Office Queensland (EDO Qld) has filed a new challenge to Adani’s Carmicheal coal mine. Carmichael reached an approval milestone last month after it received QLD government support and ...
Iron ore falls (0) April 27, 2016 Iron ore has begun to retreat from its 16 month high. Last week the metal rose to just over US$70 per tonne, marking a 61.7 per cent gain, and the third ...
Moving on… [OPINION] (9) April 27, 2016 After two years working on Australian Mining, I’m about to shrug off the mantle of an industry that has been a huge part of my life since 2006. From my greenest ...
Study unveils new future for coal (2) April 27, 2016 A new study has shown the potential for coal’s future usage in high tech devices. Researchers at MIT have uncovered a way to harness coal in new ways, using thin films ...
FIFO workers blamed for unruly behaviour (0) April 27, 2016 Fly-in fly-out mining workers have been blamed for presenting a risk of unruly behaviour on flights, according to the Australian Institute of Criminology. The report ‘Responding to unruly airline passengers’ said ...
SRK acquires US mine ventilation company (0) April 26, 2016 SRK Consulting has acquired US firm Mine Ventilation Services (MVS). MVS reportedly specialises in underground mining engineering and ventilation. “Over the past five years MVS has enjoyed a successful working relationship with ...
Gold mine sees pit wall collapse (0) April 26, 2016 OceanaGold’s Waihi Martha open cut mine’s northern wall has collapsed. The wall slip occurred yesterday, sending around two million tonnes of rock tumbling into the pit. Oceanagold spokesperson Kit Wilson said the ...
New mineral unearthed in WA (3) April 26, 2016 A new mineral has been discovered at Kalgoorlie’s Super Pit, dubbed ‘kalgoorlieite’. The mineral was discovered by geochemist Dr Kirsten Rempel, from Curtin University’s Department of Applied Geology. She first identified ...
Innovative method to streamline metal recovery (2) April 26, 2016 Innovative and environmentally sustainable technology has been developed to tackle the growing scarcity of easy to mine deposits. The BIOMOre project, part of the EU’s research and innovation program, is developing ...
Kal Tire opens new tyre repair facility (0) April 26, 2016 Kal Tire has opened a new mining tyre repair facility in Muswellbrook, the first of a number of expansions it plans in eastern Australia. “Kal Tire has been supporting the Western ...
Queensland mine gets red tape reduction (0) April 26, 2016 The QLD Government has thrown its support behind MMG’s Dugald River zinc mine, giving the project special status. The $1.4 billion project has been granted ‘prescribed project’ status, which will “help ...
New compressor range launched (6) April 26, 2016 Atlas Copco has unveiled its 8 Series compressor range. The new 8 Series, which features ten new air compressors, all fall below the 750 kilogram limit and therefore don’t require a ...
New mine on the cards for QLD (1) April 26, 2016 A new mining operation will be built between Springsure and Rolleston in Queensland, once a suitable transport solution can be found. The Meteor Downs South mine, a joint project between owners ...
Peabody expanding Wambo coal mine (6) April 26, 2016 Peabody is planning to ramp up its Wambo underground operations, despite the US parent company’s collapse. The miner has put in an application to the Department of Planning and Environment to ...
New tunnel concrete spraying kit developed (1) April 22, 2016 A new mechanised spraying kit for tunnelling operations has been released to enhance safety and efficiency. Normet’s Alpha 1430 Kit, built on a self supporting frame and able to fit a ...
New mining truck designed for public roads (1) April 22, 2016 A new off road mining truck has been built that is also legal for public roads. The Canadian built Dramis D55T off road mining truck is able to legally travel on ...
Newmont acts on bribery allegations (21) April 22, 2016 Allegations of bribery have led Newmont to review its compliance with US foreign bribery law. “We occasionally identify or are apprised of information or allegations that certain employees, affiliates, agents or ...
Marandoo mine achieves 2015 Business Improvement award (1) April 22, 2016 Rio Tinto’s Marandoo mine received Immersive Technologies’ 2015 Business Improvement award for its use of simulators for operator training and business improvement. The award recognises mines dedicated to improving efficiency, productivity ...
Iron ore leaps above US$70 per tonne (0) April 22, 2016 Iron ore continues from strength to strength as it reaches US$70.46 per tonne. This continual upwards movement extends this year’s gains to 61.7 per cent, and marks the third largest surge ...
Worker injured at Drayton (2) April 22, 2016 A worker has been airlifted from the Drayton coal mine after he was injured in a safety incident. It is understood the 44 year-old worker was thrown around the cabin of ...
Worker suffers fractured skull at sand mine (2) April 22, 2016 $Worker suffers fractured skull at sand mine$ A worker has suffered a skull fracture after falling from an articulated dump truck. The incident occurred in February, at Sibelco’s Salt Ash sand plant. The plant operator was preparing to unload ...
Santos oil production up in 2016 (0) April 22, 2016 Santos has closed the first quarter of 2016 with oil production up 11 per cent year on year. With 15.6 mmboe, the first quarter production is up five per cent on ...
University of Queensland, BHP partner to improve rural schools (0) April 21, 2016 The University of Queensland (UQ), in partnership with BHP BMA and the Department of Education and Training (DET), is providing on site professional learning to ten primary schools in Bowen ...
Rio Tinto pays debt early (24) April 21, 2016 Rio Tinto has launched a cash tender for the early repayment of US$1.5 billion for its 2017 and 2018 notes. The miner is aiming to reduce gross debt levels through the ...
Chicago Pneumatic launches toughest ever range of portable compressors (0) April 21, 2016 Chicago Pneumatic introduces a new range of portable air compressors designed for use in extremely harsh conditions and environments. Red Rock is the toughest ever range of portable air compressors launched ...
Curtin University partners with African engineering school (0) April 21, 2016 Curtin University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mali’s École Nationale d’Ingénieurs Abderhamane Baba Touré (The National School of Engineering Abderhamane Baba Touré) ...
New crushing technology a potential game changer (0) April 21, 2016 IMP Technology has taken a prestigious engineering award for pioneering a new rock crushing system that’s set to change the game for the global mining and quarrying industries: The IMPTEC ...
Hail Creek remains “recalcitrant” on long-running injury claim (1) April 21, 2016 A long workplace injury battle with Rio Tinto has reached a new conclusion, with a Federal Court judge criticising Rio Tinto for its treatment of a former bulldozer operator and ...
Coal dust reforms on track to combat black lung (0) April 21, 2016 Coal dust regulations changes are now a priority for the QLD government. National Resources and Mines Minister Dr. Anthony Lynham launched the movement to protect coal miner’s health as black ...
Japanese investor announces write-down on Roy Hill (2) April 21, 2016 Another company has revealed pain taken in their involvement with the Roy Hill project, this time Japanese giant Marubeni. The major investor with a 15 per cent stake in the project ...
More pink diamonds discovered (1) April 21, 2016 Lucapa Diamond has discovered pink diamonds after mining trials in a new section of its Lulo alluvial diamond mine in Angola. The area, known as E46, found several diamonds, including a ...
Coincidence as BHP follows Rio, cuts guidance (0) April 21, 2016 Poor weather in the March quarter was blamed for BHP cutting guidance for iron ore production in the Pilbara, a move which may allow some breathing room for the juniors. The ...
Mining innovation research wins QLD Gov funding (1) April 20, 2016 Three Queensland scientists have been awarded more than half a million dollars for research into innovative solutions for the mining industry. According to QLD minister for innovation, science, and the digital ...
Rio Tinto cuts staff at Weipa (0) April 20, 2016 Rio Tinto is reportedly cutting more than 40 workers from its Weipa bauxite operations in Queensland. The 41 workers are from a range of different positions, including management, professional, operational, and ...
Coroner calls for code for working in extreme heat (0) April 20, 2016 A coronial inquiry into a death caused by heatstroke on the Roma 2 GLNG project has highlighted a number of potentially fatal safety deficiencies. FIFO worker Glenn Richard Newport – known ...
The use of pressure transducers in petroleum exploration and research (0) April 20, 2016 The use of pressure transducers in petroleum exploration and research Petroleum exploration is an expensive business. Those involved in it need every tool at their disposal to find as much oil ...
PYBAR enters mining partnership with Exterra (0) April 20, 2016 Drilling contractor PYBAR Mining Services has secured a binding agreement for a profit share-based development at the Second Fortune Gold Mine, owned by Exterra Resources. PYBAR will provide the funding to ...
FLSmidth enters into strategic agreement with Wirtgen Group (0) April 20, 2016 Global cement and minerals processing leader FLSmidth has partnered with Wirtgen Group company Kleemann for the supply of cone crushers for mobile applications in the construction industry. Kleemann is the ...
Palmer under the pump [opinion] (6) April 20, 2016 Clive Palmer is backing into a corner, lashing out with more WW2-themed insults against his perceived political opponents, this time comparing federal treasurer Scott Morrison to Nazi war criminal Heinrich ...
Iron ore rallies above US$60 (4) April 19, 2016 Iron ore has defied predictions and risen above US$60 per tonne overnight. The metal rose 4.1 per cent to US$62.85 per tonne at Qingdao on Tuesday, taking the year’s total gain ...
Dartbrook coal mine to go underground (2) April 19, 2016 Dartbrook coal mine looks set to reopen as an underground operation, a move new owner Australian Pacific Coal (APC). The coal miner, formerly led by bankrupt Nathan Tinkler, stated it was ...
Record numbers attend Bauma 2016 (14) April 19, 2016 Approximately 580, 000 people from 200 countries attended bauma, highlighting continued strength in the global mining industry. This attendance figure is an increase of more than nine per cent compared to ...
Seven Group invests in plant hire database (0) April 19, 2016 Online equipment hire database iSeekplant has attracted an investment move by Seven Group Holdings. The media corporation acquired a 25 per cent stake in the company. Seven Group CEO Ryan Stokes said ...
Carbon Energy, QRC disappointed over Queensland’s ban on UCG (0) April 19, 2016 The Queensland Government’s decision to ban underground coal gasification (UCG) has come as a shock to the gas industry. One resource company, Carbon Energy, voiced its surprise over the decision, stating ...
Road Safety Tribunal Bill Abolished (0) April 18, 2016 Federal parliament has scrapped the Gillard government’s road safety tribunal, skirting a minimum wage decision for owner-driver truckies. Legislation to abolish the Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal passed the Senate without Labor’s ...
Kagara Mining employees paid out (2) April 18, 2016 Former employees of the folded company Kagara Mining have received their full entitlements, following the sale of assets to a private equity firm. Administrator FTI Consulting said they had paid out ...
Rio Tinto post mixed first quarter results, lowers 2017 guidance (0) April 18, 2016 Rio Tinto has posted mixed production results, showing year on year increases in iron ore, but quarter on quarter declines. It has also lowered its iron ore guidance for 2017. The miner ...
QLD government bans coal gasification (2) April 18, 2016 Queensland’s government has banned coal gasification due to ‘its environmental impact’. Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Dr. Anthony Lynham announced the immediate ban, committing to bring out a legislated ban ...
Anglo American CEO pay packet slammed by investor group (0) April 18, 2016 A shareholder interest group has advised Anglo American investors to reject CEO Mark Cutifani’s pay packet for his ‘above target’ performance. ShareSoc, the UK Individual Shareholders Society, advised its members to ...
Samsung wins $68 million over Roy Hill subcontractor (1) April 18, 2016 Roy Hill principle construction contractor Samsung C&T will seize $68 million in security bonds from Duro Felguera, following a Supreme Court win last week. This is the second time Samsung has ...
Peter Meurs quits FMG to join the Mormons (842) April 18, 2016 Fortescue Metals executive director Peter Meurs has quit the miner to join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He has reportedly accepted a full time international role with the ...
University of Western Australia launches $20m oil and gas research facilities (0) April 18, 2016 The University of Western Australia (UWA) has launched two new $20million hubs for international research and training in offshore oil and gas. The hubs are part of the Australian Research Council’s ...
Linc Energy leaves ASX under administration (1) April 18, 2016 Underground coal gasification pioneer company Linc Energy has entered voluntary administration in Australia, angering environmental groups who say the company has done so to avoid facing the damage caused by ...
Haul truck collides with grader (3) April 18, 2016 A haul truck has collided with a grader on an active waste dump at a West Australian mine. According to the WA DMP report, the incident occurred when a grader was ...