Mood upbeat at Diggers & Dealers (14) August 3, 2016 Gold has been the rock star of this year’s Diggers & Dealers, Evolution Mining’s Jake Klein has said, but nickel and lithium are the surprise winners of 2016.
Lycopodium wins gold plant contract (0) August 3, 2016 Lycopodium has been awarded a $68.5 million EPC processing plant contract from Toro Gold.
Zinc rallies after months of mine closures (1) August 3, 2016 The zinc rally is set to continue in strength with open interest, a total of outstanding contracts in zinc on the London Metal Exchange, reaching its highest since October.
RPM relaunches Open Cut Coal solution software (0) August 3, 2016 Runge Pincock Minarco announces the relaunch of their Open Cut Coal XPAC Solution, which has been completely rebuilt to offer more advanced functionality and address specific challenges of Open Cut ...
New technology generates power using conveyor belt energy (865) August 3, 2016 Martin Engineering has introduced its new technology that uses kinetic energy from a moving conveyor belt to generate power to run electronic systems within a power station.
The Martin Roll Gen ...
Rio Tinto reinvesting in the Pilbara (4) August 3, 2016 Rio Tinto has announced it will invest $338 million to complete development of its existing Silvergrass iron ore mine.
Nickel price to rise, Indpendence Group says (1141) August 2, 2016 Growing electric vehicle battery demand coupled with the Philippines cracking down on mining spells a boon for the nickel industry, Independence Group has said at Diggers & Dealers.
Gorgon LNG production on track (2) August 2, 2016 Gorgon’s second processing line is expected to produce LNG by October and the Third train by April next year, Chevron says.
New innovation initiative launched in Europe (60) August 2, 2016 Russia-based diamond mining group, ALROSA, has become a partner of the GeneratorS 2016 which encourages innovation in Russia and Eastern Europe.
Brierty wins Newmont gold contract (5) August 2, 2016 Brierty has secured a $30 million contract for mining services at Newmont’s Boddington gold project.
New global mining code developed (847) August 2, 2016 A new mining code has been launched by the World Initiative of Mining Lawyers (WIOML) to aid countries in both attracting investment and securing benefits for their own economies.
Gold, lithium to shine at Diggers & Dealers (3) August 1, 2016 The 25th Diggers & Dealers conference gets underway today, with the price of gold – the metal the conference was founded on – at near-record highs.
The West Australian reports that ...
Renewables are decreasing SA electricity prices (5) August 1, 2016 A new Climate Council report has revealed the number of electricity price spikes in South Australia has tumbled with the increase of renewable electricity.
The report entitled Mythbusting: Electricity prices in ...
Fortescue competes with BHP for Port Hedland towage market (0) August 1, 2016 Fortescue Metals Group plans to compete with BHP Billiton for the contestable towage market in Port Hedland, but has vowed not to merely replicate the existing service.
Opening a new front in ...
Geoscience Australia takes out innovation award (6) July 29, 2016 Geoscience Australia’s Mineral Potential Mapper tool has won the Engaging with the Edge category at the 2016 Public Sector Innovation Awards.
Case against Tasmanian mine deaths resumes (8) July 29, 2016 Charges against Copper Mines of Tasmania (CMT) are proceeding in August after the company failed to meet health and safely requirements that lead to the deaths of three workers.
Gold miner killed at Waihi (4) July 29, 2016 A miner has been killed after his loader tipped, while operating underground at OceanaGold’s Waihi mine.
New partnership to boost Queensland METS sector (0) July 28, 2016 Resource Industry (RIN) and Austmine have entered an agreement advance each organisation’s support of the mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector in the Mackay region.
New raise boring machine set for Australian release (0) July 28, 2016 Sandvik is set to release the first Rhino 100HM raise boring machine in Australia next year.
The machine is a new type of highly mobile, self-contained, raise borer for underground production ...
Women reach for success in new mentoring program (1) July 28, 2016 A new mentoring program has been launched in Brisbane to help women develop their careers in Queensland’s resources industry.
Embrace innovation or suffer, Deloitte tells miners (1) July 28, 2016 Cost cutting and incremental improvements aren’t enough to lift mining, and the industry must embrace innovation or else, a Deloitte report says.
Pilbara mine employees reimbursed almost $250k (0) July 27, 2016 Thirteen mine workers have received a sum of $240,600 in back pay from a labour hire company after not receiving their termination entitlements at a mine in the Pilbara.
After less ...
Seabed investigation begins at nuclear power site (0) July 27, 2016 Furgo has begun marine site characterisation works for Horizon Nuclear Power at the proposed Wylfa Newydd power station site on the Isle of Anglesey, UK.
Miner killed at Norseman (3) July 27, 2016 A worker has been killed at the Central Norseman gold mine.
New tailings dam for MMG’s Rosebery mine (0) July 26, 2016 MMG’s mine in Rosebery Tasmania is building a new $30 million tailings dam to further extend the mine’s life.
The mine mainly produces lead, zinc, and copper, as well as gold ...
New fracking alternative technology to be released (1) July 26, 2016 Australian based company V2H International is launching a new environmentally safe jetting technology for the oil and gas industry.
This will come after the completion of a merger between technology group ...
QLD Government to review financial assurances for mine rehabilitation (0) July 26, 2016 The Mackay Conservation Group has supported the Queensland State Government’s move to review the formula used for calculating financial assurances associated with mine rehabilitation.
Currently, mining companies must lodge a financial ...
Drones take flight to benefit resources industry (1) July 26, 2016 Shell has welcomed the announcement of the Queensland Government’s $1 million support of a research project using remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), or drones.
Lowest cost alternative for high-performance support (0) July 26, 2016 A strong and stable standing roof support that can handle the high deformation of tailgate environments is imperative to all longwall mines worldwide. In 1993, USA-based Strata Products Worldwide introduced ...
QME 2016 officially opens (2) July 26, 2016 The Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition has been officially opened for 2016.
Could a Trump win lift gold? (1) July 26, 2016 A new ABN AMRO study states gold will rise in price under a potential Trump presidency.
Valor announces Australian projects manager (5) July 26, 2016 Joe Ray has joined Valor as Australian projects and programs Manager, to further develop their growing portfolio of regional and national accounts within Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia.
New drill hammer withstands heat of geothermal drilling (0) July 25, 2016 Sandia National Laboratories, in collaboration with Atlas Copco, have designed a drilling tool that can withstand the heat of geothermal drilling.
BHP withdraws from Newman FIFO camp (3) July 25, 2016 BHP Billiton has withdrawn from its Kurra Village FIFO camp in Newman, WA, securing a win for Nationals leader Terry Redman over the camp’s license extension.
Are Rio Olympic medals only fools gold? (0) July 25, 2016 The gold medals at this year’s Summer Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro will be shiny and yellow but will contain hardly any gold.
Aurizon cuts 300 jobs whilst writing off Aquila acquisition (0) July 25, 2016 Frieght rail operator Aurizon has written off its investment in Aquila Resources and said it was shedding about 300 jobs in response to weakening coal prices.
Coal exports rise in the hunter (13) July 22, 2016 The Hunter region has recorded rise in coal exports year on year, despite a drop in price.
South Australia’s final frontier to be explored (4) July 22, 2016 OZ Minerals has partnered with Mithril Resources to explore seven new licence areas in South Australia’s last underexplored frontier.
Komatsu to acquire Joy Global (4) July 22, 2016 Komatsu will acquire mining machinery manufacturer Joy Global for US$3.7 billion.
Monadelphous secures contracts worth $140million (4) July 21, 2016 Monadelphous won new contracts and additional works for a range of projects in the resources industry valued at $140 million.
QLD Government sets new exploration program (0) July 21, 2016 The Queensland Government has launched a new annual exploration program, releasing 826km2 of land for tender for minerals and gas exploration over the next 12 months.
Contractor fined for arc flash incident (2) July 21, 2016 Contractor Crushing Services International has been fined after a work was seriously burned in an arc flash incident.
Thiess win Oyu Tolgoi contract (4) July 21, 2016 Thiess has been awarded the first underground decline project at the Mongolian Oyu Tolgoi mine.
Million dollar red diamond coin sold (28) July 20, 2016 The Perth Mint has sold the $1 million dollar Argyle red diamond coin within two days of its release.
Valence Industries enters voluntary administration (4) July 20, 2016 Valence Industries, owner of the Uley graphite mine south west of Port Lincoln, has entered voluntary administration after failing to raise capital.
SACOME chief executive resigns (6) July 20, 2016 South Australia Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) chief executive Jason Kuchel will step down from his position at the end of November this year.
CSIRO develop low cost magnesium (0) July 20, 2016 In a move that could help reinvigorate the metal production industry in Australia, CSIRO and Enirgi Group have joined forces to develop and commercialise an affordable and low-emission technology for ...
Wollongong Coal fined for dirty water discharge (0) July 19, 2016 Wollongong Coal has been fined $30,000 by the NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) after its Russel Vale coal mine discharged dirty water into Bellambi Gully in December last year.
One dollar coal mine gets bid from conservation group (0) July 19, 2016 Mackay Conservation Group is offering to pay $2000 for the Blair Athol coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, following TerraCom’s plan to purchase it for just $1.
EPA satisfied with Werris Creek mine water discharge (0) July 18, 2016 The NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has found that the water discharged from the Werris Creek mine met environmental requirements.
Delta win Wollongong Coal contract (905) July 18, 2016 Delta SBD have won a contract for mining services at Wollongong Coal’s Wongawilli mine
The state of metals: June 2016 (4) July 18, 2016 An insight into how metals have performed the year to date, and how they move in the year ahead from Pallion Group and ABC Bullion general manager Nicholas Frappell.
QLD supports new mine worker memorial (0) July 18, 2016 The QLD government is contributing to the construction of a new Moura Miners’ Memorial to honour workers who died in mining accidents.
The Winners of the 2016 Women In Industry awards (6) July 15, 2016 The third annual Women In Industry awards drew together hundreds of people, focusing on the amazing achievements of women in Australia’s industrial sectors.
WA DMP reveals how fatal drill incident occurred (0) July 15, 2016 A West Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum investigation has revealed how the first fatal accident of 2016 occurred.
Atlas Copco Compressors expands VSD range (0) July 15, 2016 Atlas Copco Compressors has expanded its range of GA screw compressors with variable speed drive technology.
More suspected cases of black lung (1) July 14, 2016 Around 20 Queensland miners will be retested for black lung following US reviews of the x-rays, which have detected signs of the disease.
Women in Industry 2016 is on tonight (3) July 14, 2016 The Women in Industry Awards recognises and rewards the achievements of women working in the nation’s industrial, logistics, and engineering sectors, and aims to raise the profile of women within ...
Health screening system for coal workers a failure: report (0) July 13, 2016 The final report into the re-emergence of coal worker pneumoconiosis (CWP) has confirmed the failure of the health screening system designed to protect coal miners.
Easy ways to avoid overloading your truck (3) July 13, 2016 Exceeding a vehicle’s maximum permissible weight carries huge risk not only in terms of fines and penalties, but also in terms of the danger it poses to human life and ...
New online legal resource for junior miners (0) July 13, 2016 Australian law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has created a free set of online legal resources for explorers to assist them with implementing early stage projects.
Iron ore soars in price (30) July 13, 2016 Iron ore has rallied overnight to close to US$60 per tonne off China’s ongoing plans to cut capacity and uncertainty over China’s south sea claims.
Gold rally drives producer value (0) July 12, 2016 Gold has continued its post-Brexit rally, cementing its position as 2016’s top performing commodity.
China continues coal crackdown (3) July 12, 2016 China’s ongoing five year plan to cut coal and steel production and address pollution will see it punish regional governments for failing to close coal mines and steel mills.
Australian Government predicts lower iron ore prices (0) July 11, 2016 The Australian Government has revised its initial 2016 budget forecasts for iron ore, dropping them by a fifth as market volatility continues.
New material spreader body launched (2) July 11, 2016 Phillippi-Hagenbunch has released the new Material Spreader Body to enhance mine haul road maintenance efficiency.
Legal action over illegal Bluescope strike could doom AWU branch (0) July 8, 2016 Bluescope Steel is suing the Wollongong Australian Workers Union branch for an unauthorised strike in May, with the branch saying if the action was successful it would likely mean the ...
Monash University offers new Resources Engineering courses (4) July 8, 2016 Monash University is offering a new Resources Engineering program designed to address the expansion of the renewable energy sector and meet the wider resource industry needs.
Drilling commences at Woodlawn mine (3) July 8, 2016 Heron Resources has begun drilling at its Woodlawn Zinc-Copper Project, 30 km south of Goulburn in NSW.
Miners need to focus on balance sheets to survive, EY says (0) July 7, 2016 Mining companies need to focus on strengthening their balance sheets and generating cash if they are to survive current market instability, EY states in its latest report.
Victoria to implement fire protection maintenance standard (0) July 6, 2016 The Victorian Government is implementing the fire protection maintenance standard AS1851 – 2012 for routine servicing of fire protection systems in all new and existing buildings.
ACCC to tackle large companies pressuring small contractors (0) July 6, 2016 Under new Federal laws, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is aiming to pursue unfair contracts by large companies that squeeze smaller subcontractors and suppliers.
New explosion proof extension cord with eight outlets (0) July 6, 2016 Larson Electronics has released the new EPEXC-8X-12.3-25 explosion proof extension cord designed to extend the reach of equipment in hazardous locations where power receptacles are not close to the work ...
New shipping control centre for Port Hedland (0) July 6, 2016 Pindan Contracting has secured a $70.7 million contract from the State Government to construct a new Integrated Marine Operations Centre (IMOC) at Port Hedland.
Griffin coal workers’ pay halving halted (0) July 6, 2016 The decision to almost halve Griffin Coal’s maintenance workers’ pay has been put on hold following rallies.
QRC chief Michael Roche to step down (16) July 5, 2016 Queensland Resources Council chief executive Michael Roche will step down from the mining lobby group.
Dangerous gas leak on Gorgon (2) July 4, 2016 Workers at the Gorgon LNG project were forced to down tools following a gas leak at the Acid Gas Removal Unit.
Another one dollar coal mine sold (0) July 4, 2016 The Blair Athol coal mine has been sold to TerraCom subsidiary Orion Mining, with plans to restart mining.
Global iron ore cost curves in focus (0) July 1, 2016 Timetric’s Mining Intelligence Centre (MIC) has released its global iron ore cost estimates, highlighting the costs per tonne of iron ore operations.
APLNG makes first shipment to Japanese electric company (0) July 1, 2016 Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG)’s first shipment to Japan’s Kansai Electric has been welcomed by Queensland treasurer Curtis Pitt, boosting the state’s $60 million LNG industry.
Newmont divests $1.3bn Indonesian mine (1) July 1, 2016 Newmont Mining has entered an agreement to sell its interests in PT Newmont Nusa Tenggara (PTNNT), which operates Indonesia’s Batu Hijau copper and gold mine.
Rio divests shares in Bougainville Copper (2) June 30, 2016 Rio Tinto has given its 53.8 per cent share in Bougainville Copper (BCL) to an independent trustee, to allow Bougainville residents greater input into Panguna’s future.
Barminco wins contract renewal at Dugald (1) June 30, 2016 Barminco has won a five-year contract extension at MMG’s Dugald River zinc project worth up to $270 million.
Second largest diamond flops at auction (1) June 30, 2016 The world’s second largest diamond – the size of a tennis ball – has failed to sell at Sotheby’s auction in London on Wednesday.
NRW win Middlemount contract (13) June 29, 2016 NRW subsidiary Action Drill & Blast has won a contract for services at the Middlemount coal mine.
Cloud based data system wins innovation award (0) June 29, 2016 Reflex’s cloud based data platform Reflexhub-IQ received both Most Innovative Collaborative Technology and the Minister’s Award for Excellence in Innovation at this year’s WAITTA INCITE Awards.
Is iron ore set to fall to $35? (1) June 29, 2016 Despite iron ore’s recent strength, analysts remain negative on the metal, predicting a new floor price of US$35 per tonne.
South32 signs indigenous land access agreement (0) June 29, 2016 South32’s Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO) has secured a land access agreement to mine in the Eastern Leases and begin exploration in the island’s Southern Areas.
Laser vision sees light in mining slump (0) June 29, 2016 The biggest laser of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere is set to help an Australian surface engineering company double production.
LaserBond has been using thermal coating techniques to produce hard-wearing ...
Atlas Iron managing director resigns (3) June 29, 2016 Atlas Iron’s founding managing director David Flanagan has resigned following the company’s return to financial stability.
Iluka announces new CEO (11) June 29, 2016 Tom O’Leary has appointed as the new CEO and managing director of Iluka, replacing outgoing chief David Robb.
Rio Tinto announces tax payment (0) June 29, 2016 Rio Tinto has unveiled this year’s tax payments, stating it paid US$4.5 billion in tax and royalties globally.
New Talisman secures exploration agreement with Newcrest (0) June 28, 2016 New Talisman Gold Mines (NTL) has entered a binding agreement with Newcrest International over the Rahu Project north of the Talisman mine in New Zealand.
First ore mined at Nova nickel (5) June 28, 2016 Independence Group has taken a major step forward with first development ore mined at the Nova project.
Iron ore rises on the back of Brexit (2) June 28, 2016 Iron ore has gained pace in markets overnight thanks to concerns over the Brexit’s effect on trade.
New headlamps for increased visibility (10) June 27, 2016 Princeton Tec have released the latest model of their Vizz Series headlamp, the Princeton Tec Vizz II.
New cleaning system to reduce spillage from carryback (0) June 27, 2016 Martin has released the Washbox Cleaning System that combines water spray and secondary cleaning blades in a self-contained unit, draining residue safely from work areas.
BHP to spend nearly a fifth of budget on exploration (0) June 27, 2016 BHP has announced a renewed focus on exploration, targeting “opportunities across copper and oil”, aiming to spend nearly 20 per cent of its capital budget on exploration.
BC Iron, Watpac settle legal dispute over Nullagine (0) June 27, 2016 A $100 million legal dispute has been settled between BC Iron and Watpac after Watpac’s mining contract was terminated at the now mothballed Nullagine joint venture.
Anglo American’s coal mine sale down to two bidders (0) June 27, 2016 It is believed the sales process for Anglo American’s Grosvenor and Moranbah North coal mines is now down to the last bidders, BMA and AMCI.
Sandvik unveils new cone crusher (0) June 24, 2016 Sandvik’s new CH540 cone crushers have a low environmental impact and increase production capacity, eliminate bottlenecks, and reduce cost per tonne produced.
New telescopic chute to be released (0) June 24, 2016 Sandvik’s new WE6000i telescopic chute has been developed to be fed by conveyors with belt widths of less than 800mm.
Griffin coal miners to strike (1) June 24, 2016 Miners will carry out 24 hours of strikes today at the Griffin Coal mine after workers’ pay was cut by more than 40 per cent.
Historic mines in WA to be revived (1) June 24, 2016 With gold mining in good financial shape, some historic mines in the Kalgoorlie-Laverton-Leonora region in Western Australia are being revived or expanded.
Three Australians among seven workers abducted in Nigeria (0) June 24, 2016 Macmahon has confirmed the kidnapping of seven employees, including three Australians, at its operations in Nigeria, with the fatal shooting of a local employee.
Mine drug raid comes up empty handed (0) June 24, 2016 The latest, and fourth, phase of Pilbara drug investigation Operation Redwater has hit four mines over four days, and found no drugs.
Australian contractors kidnapped in Nigeria (3) June 23, 2016 Two Australians and a New Zealander are among the five workers kidnapped in Nigeria after their vehicle was attacked by an alleged group of militants.
Moly-Cop looks to boost production in Chile (0) June 23, 2016 Arrium’s Moly-Cop grinding media business has lodged an application with Chilean environmental authorities to double capacity at its Mejillones plant.
Orica wins blasting patent battle (5) June 23, 2016 Orica has won its long running battle with Dyno Nobel over patented shotfiring techniques.
New split-bucket mounting system launched (0) June 23, 2016 Haver & Boecker have released their new Tyler F-Class Split-Bucket Mounting System which provides simplified maintenance and bearings change outs for operators, minimising downtime.
FMG pays down US$500m in debt (0) June 23, 2016 Fortescue Metals Group has continued its focus on reducing debt, paying off US$500 million from its 2019 term loan.
Rio to reduce debt by $US3 billion (0) June 22, 2016 Rio Tinto has released its June tender offers in an effort to reduce its gross debt by another $US3 billion.
FMG CFO Stephen Pearce appointed to board (0) June 22, 2016 Fortescue’s chief financial officer Stephen Pearce has been appointed to the company’s board as an executive director.
Workers exposed to lead and mercury (0) June 22, 2016 Workers are believed to have been exposed to hazardous chemicals during processing at a now closed mine.
NSW budget released, royalty revenue less than expected (1) June 22, 2016 NSW coal royalties have contributed less to the state than the government had expected, dropping by approximately $270 million in this year’s state budget.
BHP to cut coal costs by $800m (1) June 21, 2016 BHP is aiming to find US$600 million in savings from its coal operations, as it focuses on productivity and finding ‘latent capacity’.
Ferrier Hodgson seeks legal action against Forge Group (0) June 21, 2016 Liquidator Ferrier Hodgson is seeking funds to investigate the possibility of taking legal action against former directors of the collapsed Forge Group.
Ammonia leaks investigated at Burrup plant (0) June 21, 2016 Eleven reportable leaks have led to investigations at the Pilbara Fertiliser site in Western Australia, owned by Yara International.
Killed Rio Tinto worker named (3) June 21, 2016 The shutdown fitter killed earlier this week at the Channar mine has been named as Lee Buzzard.
BHP to automate its WA iron blasthole drill fleet (0) June 21, 2016 Atlas Copco is providing BHP 18 autonomous upgrade packages to convert their fleet of Pit Viper 271 rotary blasthole rigs throughout their WA iron ore operations.
Anglo American to close Drayton coal mine (1) June 21, 2016 Anglo American will close its Drayton coal mine early as it fails to get approvals for its Drayton South project.
QLD MP apologises for providing confidential documents to QRC (2) June 20, 2016 Queensland Opposition MP Stephen Bennett has apologised to the State Parliament after providing confidential draft recommendations to the Queensland Resources Council (QRC).
Worker killed at Rio Tinto’s Channar mine (0) June 20, 2016 The first fatality of 2016 has been recorded, after a worker has died in an incident on Rio Tinto’s Channar iron ore mine.
Federal government announces Arrium assistance (0) June 20, 2016 The federal government announced a $49.2 million loan for Arrium’s iron ore mines, which it said would have an “immediate impact” on the iron ore and steel business.
Weir Minerals launches new cone crusher range (0) June 17, 2016 Weir Minerals has released the Trio Top Performance cone crusher range, providing higher reduction with better shaped material.
Gold has been the rock star of this year’s Diggers & Dealers, Evolution Mining’s Jake Klein has said, but nickel and lithium are the surprise winners of 2016.
A Western Australian initiative to refund mine rehabilitation funds has backfired, critics say.
Lycopodium has been awarded a $68.5 million EPC processing plant contract from Toro Gold.
The zinc rally is set to continue in strength with open interest, a total of outstanding contracts in zinc on the London Metal Exchange, reaching its highest since October.
Runge Pincock Minarco announces the relaunch of their Open Cut Coal XPAC Solution, which has been completely rebuilt to offer more advanced functionality and address specific challenges of Open Cut ...
Martin Engineering has introduced its new technology that uses kinetic energy from a moving conveyor belt to generate power to run electronic systems within a power station.
The Martin Roll Gen ...
Rio Tinto has announced it will invest $338 million to complete development of its existing Silvergrass iron ore mine.
Growing electric vehicle battery demand coupled with the Philippines cracking down on mining spells a boon for the nickel industry, Independence Group has said at Diggers & Dealers.
Gorgon’s second processing line is expected to produce LNG by October and the Third train by April next year, Chevron says.
Russia-based diamond mining group, ALROSA, has become a partner of the GeneratorS 2016 which encourages innovation in Russia and Eastern Europe.
Brierty has secured a $30 million contract for mining services at Newmont’s Boddington gold project.
A new mining code has been launched by the World Initiative of Mining Lawyers (WIOML) to aid countries in both attracting investment and securing benefits for their own economies.
The 25th Diggers & Dealers conference gets underway today, with the price of gold – the metal the conference was founded on – at near-record highs.
The West Australian reports that ...
A new Climate Council report has revealed the number of electricity price spikes in South Australia has tumbled with the increase of renewable electricity.
The report entitled Mythbusting: Electricity prices in ...
Fortescue Metals Group plans to compete with BHP Billiton for the contestable towage market in Port Hedland, but has vowed not to merely replicate the existing service.
Opening a new front in ...
Anglo American has reportedly rejected a merger offer from Vedanta Resources, despite CEO Mark Cutifani’s fears the worst is yet to come.
An insight into what was on show in Mackay, and the themes of this year’s QME.
Barrick Gold will put its share of Kalgoorlie’s Super Pit gold mine on the market.
Suicide prevention organisation R U OK? has launched a new campaign encouraging FIFO workers to support one another before they “hit rock bottom”.
Geoscience Australia’s Mineral Potential Mapper tool has won the Engaging with the Edge category at the 2016 Public Sector Innovation Awards.
Charges against Copper Mines of Tasmania (CMT) are proceeding in August after the company failed to meet health and safely requirements that lead to the deaths of three workers.
A miner has been killed after his loader tipped, while operating underground at OceanaGold’s Waihi mine.
A 100 square meter sulfur pile was on fire at an industrial site in Kwinana, Perth.
Resource Industry (RIN) and Austmine have entered an agreement advance each organisation’s support of the mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector in the Mackay region.
Sandvik is set to release the first Rhino 100HM raise boring machine in Australia next year.
The machine is a new type of highly mobile, self-contained, raise borer for underground production ...
A new mentoring program has been launched in Brisbane to help women develop their careers in Queensland’s resources industry.
Cost cutting and incremental improvements aren’t enough to lift mining, and the industry must embrace innovation or else, a Deloitte report says.
BGC Contracting has secured contracts worth $114 million to provide mining services at two operations in Queensland.
Thirteen mine workers have received a sum of $240,600 in back pay from a labour hire company after not receiving their termination entitlements at a mine in the Pilbara.
After less ...
Furgo has begun marine site characterisation works for Horizon Nuclear Power at the proposed Wylfa Newydd power station site on the Isle of Anglesey, UK.
Maptek and VUMA, a subsidiary of Bluhm Burton Engineering (BBE), have partnered to create a mine design and ventilation solution system.
A worker has been killed at the Central Norseman gold mine.
MMG’s mine in Rosebery Tasmania is building a new $30 million tailings dam to further extend the mine’s life.
The mine mainly produces lead, zinc, and copper, as well as gold ...
Australian based company V2H International is launching a new environmentally safe jetting technology for the oil and gas industry.
This will come after the completion of a merger between technology group ...
The Mackay Conservation Group has supported the Queensland State Government’s move to review the formula used for calculating financial assurances associated with mine rehabilitation.
Currently, mining companies must lodge a financial ...
Shell has welcomed the announcement of the Queensland Government’s $1 million support of a research project using remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), or drones.
A strong and stable standing roof support that can handle the high deformation of tailgate environments is imperative to all longwall mines worldwide. In 1993, USA-based Strata Products Worldwide introduced ...
The Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition has been officially opened for 2016.
A new ABN AMRO study states gold will rise in price under a potential Trump presidency.
Joe Ray has joined Valor as Australian projects and programs Manager, to further develop their growing portfolio of regional and national accounts within Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia.
Rio Tinto has announced it will now only hire contract labour for its iron ore operations.
Sandia National Laboratories, in collaboration with Atlas Copco, have designed a drilling tool that can withstand the heat of geothermal drilling.
BHP Billiton has withdrawn from its Kurra Village FIFO camp in Newman, WA, securing a win for Nationals leader Terry Redman over the camp’s license extension.
Two new coal ship-loaders to be installed at the Carrington coal terminal arrived in the Newcastle port on Sunday afternoon.
The gold medals at this year’s Summer Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro will be shiny and yellow but will contain hardly any gold.
Frieght rail operator Aurizon has written off its investment in Aquila Resources and said it was shedding about 300 jobs in response to weakening coal prices.
The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) has released the 2015 mining safety report, with five members recording zero fatalities for the year.
The Hunter region has recorded rise in coal exports year on year, despite a drop in price.
OZ Minerals has partnered with Mithril Resources to explore seven new licence areas in South Australia’s last underexplored frontier.
Thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions has partnered with EIRICH to build high capacity grinding mills.
Komatsu will acquire mining machinery manufacturer Joy Global for US$3.7 billion.
Monadelphous won new contracts and additional works for a range of projects in the resources industry valued at $140 million.
BHP has recorded a drop in first half production levels across the board.
The Queensland Government has launched a new annual exploration program, releasing 826km2 of land for tender for minerals and gas exploration over the next 12 months.
Yokohama have released the latest addition to the Y67 off-the-road line of tyres for underground mining.
Contractor Crushing Services International has been fined after a work was seriously burned in an arc flash incident.
Thiess has been awarded the first underground decline project at the Mongolian Oyu Tolgoi mine.
The Perth Mint has sold the $1 million dollar Argyle red diamond coin within two days of its release.
Pybar have won the contract to build OZ Minerals’ Carrapateena decline.
Valence Industries, owner of the Uley graphite mine south west of Port Lincoln, has entered voluntary administration after failing to raise capital.
South Australia Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) chief executive Jason Kuchel will step down from his position at the end of November this year.
In a move that could help reinvigorate the metal production industry in Australia, CSIRO and Enirgi Group have joined forces to develop and commercialise an affordable and low-emission technology for ...
The CFMEU is calling for increased training of doctors who assess the health of coal workers following the release of the Monash University review into black lung.
A new Manufacturing Centre of Excellence has been opened in Burnie, in response to Caterpillar Underground Mining’s decision to move manufacturing to Thailand.
Rio Tinto has seen production increases across the board, seeing a leap in all segments bar coking coal.
Matt Canavan has been appointed the new mines minister, as well as Northern Australia.
Wollongong Coal has been fined $30,000 by the NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) after its Russel Vale coal mine discharged dirty water into Bellambi Gully in December last year.
Mackay Conservation Group is offering to pay $2000 for the Blair Athol coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, following TerraCom’s plan to purchase it for just $1.
Sandvik has announced it will divest its Mining Systems division to private equity firm CoBe Capital.
The NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has found that the water discharged from the Werris Creek mine met environmental requirements.
A joint venture between the Waanyi Prescribed Body Corporate (Waanyi PBC) and ReGen has secured a contract for maintenance at MMG’s Century mine.
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is expected to approve two uranium mines in WA’s Goldfields.
Delta SBD have won a contract for mining services at Wollongong Coal’s Wongawilli mine
An insight into how metals have performed the year to date, and how they move in the year ahead from Pallion Group and ABC Bullion general manager Nicholas Frappell.
BHP has launched an integrated remote operations centre in Brisbane for its coal business.
The QLD government is contributing to the construction of a new Moura Miners’ Memorial to honour workers who died in mining accidents.
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The third annual Women In Industry awards drew together hundreds of people, focusing on the amazing achievements of women in Australia’s industrial sectors.
A West Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum investigation has revealed how the first fatal accident of 2016 occurred.
Atlas Copco Compressors has expanded its range of GA screw compressors with variable speed drive technology.
Around 20 Queensland miners will be retested for black lung following US reviews of the x-rays, which have detected signs of the disease.
Woodside has entered an agreement to acquire ConocoPhillips’ interests in Senegal for US$350 million.
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Alrosa has found a large 214.65 carat diamond.
Industry representatives from the mining, quarrying, and contracting sectors are calling for site managers to renew competency certificates or risk losing their jobs.
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Hexagon Mining has released Atlas 3.3 with Live Haulage, which allows for simplified design, set-up, and management of haulage networks.
MIT is researching new technology that can ‘drill’ by using radio-frequency wave generators to melt or vaporise hard rock.
Australian law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has created a free set of online legal resources for explorers to assist them with implementing early stage projects.
Initial bids for Glencore’s Hunter Valley rolling stock and haulage assets are rolling in.
Rio Tinto has unveiled the world’s first coin featuring a rare red diamond from Perth’s Argyle diamond mine.
Iron ore has rallied overnight to close to US$60 per tonne off China’s ongoing plans to cut capacity and uncertainty over China’s south sea claims.
Maptek has developed new tools in Maptek Evolution to improve mine scheduling processes.
Gold has continued its post-Brexit rally, cementing its position as 2016’s top performing commodity.
The South Australian government and SA senator Nick Xenophon have urged the new federal government to secure the long-term future of the Whyalla steelworks.
China’s ongoing five year plan to cut coal and steel production and address pollution will see it punish regional governments for failing to close coal mines and steel mills.
New geological images have been released of the Nullarbor Plain, providing an insight into its mining potential.
The Australian Government has revised its initial 2016 budget forecasts for iron ore, dropping them by a fifth as market volatility continues.
Phillippi-Hagenbunch has released the new Material Spreader Body to enhance mine haul road maintenance efficiency.
The South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) has welcomed the South Australian state budget’s major priority on the resources sector.
GR Engineering has won a $36 million EPC contract with Auctus Resources for a concentrator at its Mungana mine.
Bluescope Steel is suing the Wollongong Australian Workers Union branch for an unauthorised strike in May, with the branch saying if the action was successful it would likely mean the ...
Duro Felguera believes it is owed more than $100 million by Samsung C&T for work at Gina Rinehart’s Roy Hill mine.
Monash University is offering a new Resources Engineering program designed to address the expansion of the renewable energy sector and meet the wider resource industry needs.
Heron Resources has begun drilling at its Woodlawn Zinc-Copper Project, 30 km south of Goulburn in NSW.
Andrew Forrest has failed in his bid to halt mining on his Pilbara family farm.
Mining companies need to focus on strengthening their balance sheets and generating cash if they are to survive current market instability, EY states in its latest report.
Arch Coal has escaped possible litigation from creditors after securing support to work its way out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Golden Software has released the new Strater 5 well log, borehole, and cross section plotting software.
Polish manufacturer and mining equipment supplier Famur is set to acquire Kopex, creating a merger of two of the nation’s major resource machinery suppliers.
Toro Energy has signed an agreement with Traditional Owners for its Wiluna uranium project.
The Victorian Government is implementing the fire protection maintenance standard AS1851 – 2012 for routine servicing of fire protection systems in all new and existing buildings.
Under new Federal laws, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is aiming to pursue unfair contracts by large companies that squeeze smaller subcontractors and suppliers.
Downer EDI has signed a two year extension for mining services at Stanwell’s Meandu coal mine and a technical services agreement with Adani.
Larson Electronics has released the new EPEXC-8X-12.3-25 explosion proof extension cord designed to extend the reach of equipment in hazardous locations where power receptacles are not close to the work ...
Pindan Contracting has secured a $70.7 million contract from the State Government to construct a new Integrated Marine Operations Centre (IMOC) at Port Hedland.
The decision to almost halve Griffin Coal’s maintenance workers’ pay has been put on hold following rallies.
Pacific National has been found to have failed to act upon recommendations from internal investigations of wheel fractures before a coal train derailment in August, 2015.
Queensland Resources Council chief executive Michael Roche will step down from the mining lobby group.
A 39 year old former coal miner has been diagnosed as suffering from Black Lung.
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Enerpac has released the new Electric Torque Wrench to improve bolting efficiency.
The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is leading a research cruise to address the challenges of exploring for mineral deposits on the sea floor.
Following a period of public consultation, the National Transport Commission has released its planned changes to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
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Workers at the Gorgon LNG project were forced to down tools following a gas leak at the Acid Gas Removal Unit.
Watpac has won a $45 million extension to its existing contract at the Mt Magnet gold mine.
Timetric’s Mining Intelligence Centre (MIC) has released its global iron ore cost estimates, highlighting the costs per tonne of iron ore operations.
Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG)’s first shipment to Japan’s Kansai Electric has been welcomed by Queensland treasurer Curtis Pitt, boosting the state’s $60 million LNG industry.
The CSIRO’s new drag reduction technology for industrial pumps has been adopted by Glencore’s Minara Resources following successful full scale trials.
Newmont Mining has entered an agreement to sell its interests in PT Newmont Nusa Tenggara (PTNNT), which operates Indonesia’s Batu Hijau copper and gold mine.
Another miner has been diagnosed with Black Lung.
Rio Tinto has given its 53.8 per cent share in Bougainville Copper (BCL) to an independent trustee, to allow Bougainville residents greater input into Panguna’s future.
Barminco has won a five-year contract extension at MMG’s Dugald River zinc project worth up to $270 million.
The world’s second largest diamond – the size of a tennis ball – has failed to sell at Sotheby’s auction in London on Wednesday.
NRW subsidiary Action Drill & Blast has won a contract for services at the Middlemount coal mine.
Reflex’s cloud based data platform Reflexhub-IQ received both Most Innovative Collaborative Technology and the Minister’s Award for Excellence in Innovation at this year’s WAITTA INCITE Awards.
Despite iron ore’s recent strength, analysts remain negative on the metal, predicting a new floor price of US$35 per tonne.
South32’s Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO) has secured a land access agreement to mine in the Eastern Leases and begin exploration in the island’s Southern Areas.
The biggest laser of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere is set to help an Australian surface engineering company double production.
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Atlas Iron’s founding managing director David Flanagan has resigned following the company’s return to financial stability.
Tom O’Leary has appointed as the new CEO and managing director of Iluka, replacing outgoing chief David Robb.
Rio Tinto has unveiled this year’s tax payments, stating it paid US$4.5 billion in tax and royalties globally.
A nine-year cap could be put on redundancy pay for coal miners if approved by the Fair Work Commission.
The Australian Workers Union has closed the $1 million support fund to support families of injured and dead mine workers, believing its purpose ‘no longer exists’.
Woodside and joint venture partner Mitsui have been approved for the development of the Greater Enfield project.
New Talisman Gold Mines (NTL) has entered a binding agreement with Newcrest International over the Rahu Project north of the Talisman mine in New Zealand.
MACA has been named preferred contractor for Blackham Resources Matilda gold m
Iron ore has gained pace in markets overnight thanks to concerns over the Brexit’s effect on trade.
Another serious incident has occurred at Rio Tinto’s Greater Paraburdoo mine.
Princeton Tec have released the latest model of their Vizz Series headlamp, the Princeton Tec Vizz II.
Martin has released the Washbox Cleaning System that combines water spray and secondary cleaning blades in a self-contained unit, draining residue safely from work areas.
BHP has announced a renewed focus on exploration, targeting “opportunities across copper and oil”, aiming to spend nearly 20 per cent of its capital budget on exploration.
A $100 million legal dispute has been settled between BC Iron and Watpac after Watpac’s mining contract was terminated at the now mothballed Nullagine joint venture.
It is believed the sales process for Anglo American’s Grosvenor and Moranbah North coal mines is now down to the last bidders, BMA and AMCI.
All seven Macmahon workers, including three Australians, kidnapped last week in Nigeria have been released.
Moody’s has upgraded Fortescue’s outlook to stable, affirming its rating at Ba3.
A new PwC report has highlighted the significant cost delays to major projects has to the Queensland economy.
Sandvik’s new CH540 cone crushers have a low environmental impact and increase production capacity, eliminate bottlenecks, and reduce cost per tonne produced.
Sandvik’s new WE6000i telescopic chute has been developed to be fed by conveyors with belt widths of less than 800mm.
With gold mining in good financial shape, some historic mines in the Kalgoorlie-Laverton-Leonora region in Western Australia are being revived or expanded.
The latest, and fourth, phase of Pilbara drug investigation Operation Redwater has hit four mines over four days, and found no drugs.
The University of South Australia and Centrex Metals are developing the use of molten salt technology in mineral processing to minimise energy and water costs.
Rio Tinto has been fined $24,000, payable to the CFMEU, after it denied workers access to paid sick leave.
Arrium’s Moly-Cop grinding media business has lodged an application with Chilean environmental authorities to double capacity at its Mejillones plant.
Telstra has launched a new mining communications services department.
A new study has found the amount of carbon dioxide released from 140 coal mines throughout Pennsylvania, USA, is equal to a small power plant.
Haver & Boecker have released their new Tyler F-Class Split-Bucket Mounting System which provides simplified maintenance and bearings change outs for operators, minimising downtime.
Fortescue Metals Group has continued its focus on reducing debt, paying off US$500 million from its 2019 term loan.
Rio Tinto has released its June tender offers in an effort to reduce its gross debt by another $US3 billion.
Fortescue’s chief financial officer Stephen Pearce has been appointed to the company’s board as an executive director.
Workers are believed to have been exposed to hazardous chemicals during processing at a now closed mine.
NSW coal royalties have contributed less to the state than the government had expected, dropping by approximately $270 million in this year’s state budget.
Petra Diamonds has uncovered a 121.26 carat diamond.
BHP is aiming to find US$600 million in savings from its coal operations, as it focuses on productivity and finding ‘latent capacity’.
Liquidator Ferrier Hodgson is seeking funds to investigate the possibility of taking legal action against former directors of the collapsed Forge Group.
Eleven reportable leaks have led to investigations at the Pilbara Fertiliser site in Western Australia, owned by Yara International.
A new report has found the mining industry is showing signs of revival for the first time in three years, however this could be hampered by government regulations.
The shutdown fitter killed earlier this week at the Channar mine has been named as Lee Buzzard.
Atlas Copco is providing BHP 18 autonomous upgrade packages to convert their fleet of Pit Viper 271 rotary blasthole rigs throughout their WA iron ore operations.
Anglo American will close its Drayton coal mine early as it fails to get approvals for its Drayton South project.
Queensland Opposition MP Stephen Bennett has apologised to the State Parliament after providing confidential draft recommendations to the Queensland Resources Council (QRC).
The Australian Mines and Metals Association has welcomed the Coalition’s commitment to crackdown on trade union corruption and criminal activities.
The federal government announced a $49.2 million loan for Arrium’s iron ore mines, which it said would have an “immediate impact” on the iron ore and steel business.
Common and costly bulk material flow challenges include arching of product to inhibit free flow and the clogging condition known as ratholing.
NRW has won a $30 million contract for earth and civil works at Rio Tinto’s Yandicoogina mine.
Brazil’s Samarco iron ore mine is unlikely to resume production by the end of this year following the disastrous tailings dam burst last year.
Weir Minerals has released the Trio Top Performance cone crusher range, providing higher reduction with better shaped material.
The CFMEU may take legal action to prevent up to 20 forced redundancies at BHP’s Hay Point Coal Terminal.