News

Nifty Copper fined over rock fall death (0) November 25, 2016 Nifty Copper, a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Minerals, has been fined $60,000 following the death of an underground worker at the Nifty Copper mine last year.
BHP Billiton approves Samarco funding as a restart edges closer (0) November 25, 2016 As the Samarco joint venture considers reopening the mine, BHP Billiton has cleared US$181 million in funding for remediation work at the site.
Australia leads growth in global mining deals: EY (0) November 25, 2016 The number of mining deals in Australia is rising, according to Ernst & Young’s (EY) third quarter global mining and metals M&A activity report.
Fortescue director to join Pilbara Minerals in recruitment coup (0) November 24, 2016 Current Fortescue Metals operations director Nick Cernotta will join the board of Pilbara Minerals at the start of 2017.
Could commodities suffer from the Trump effect? (0) November 24, 2016 Trump heading closer to presidency has seen a rally in metal and oil prices, further strengthened by the strong US dollar.
Cairn Hill revival to create employment in Coober Pedy (0) November 24, 2016 Cu-River Mining’s new mining and processing operation at Cairn Hill near Coober Pedy in South Australia is set to create 60 jobs in the region.
Rio Tinto looks to significantly cut costs with productivity push (0) November 24, 2016 Rio Tinto has outlined a long-term strategy that will deliver an additional $5 billion in cash flow over the next five years.
EPA clears the way for Fortescue mine expansion (0) November 24, 2016 Fortescue Metals has been given the environmental go-ahead to expand the Solomon iron ore operation in Western Australia.
China rally sees return of iron ore, steel confidence (0) November 23, 2016 Both iron ore and steel have surged in China after investors scooped up commodities that were cheapened by a period of losses.
RBA forecasts economic improvement for Australia’s key mining states (0) November 23, 2016 The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is optimistic about the economies of major mining states, Western Australia and Queensland.
RungePincockMinarco to provide software for major zinc miner (0) November 23, 2016 Glencore’s majority owned company Kazzinc, one of the world’s largest zinc miners and Kazakhstan’s largest gold miner, has selected RungePincockMinarco (RPM) software to boost productivity.
Australian miners showing signs of a comeback: PwC (0) November 23, 2016 Australia’s mid-tier mining companies are staging a comeback after surviving the industry downturn, according to PwC analysis.
Galaxy prepares for mining at Mt Cattlin (0) November 23, 2016 Galaxy Resources has awarded an equipment contract at the Mt Cattlin spodumene project ahead of a start to mining in December.
Dacian to spend $220 million on Mt Morgans gold project (0) November 22, 2016 Dacian Gold is hopeful that the Mt Morgans gold project will start producing in 2018.
Roy Hill aims for a boost in operational efficiency with Promapp software (0) November 22, 2016 Software company Promapp will provide its cloud-based business process management solution for Roy Hill in WA.
Victoria introduces legislation to ban fracking (0) November 22, 2016 $Victoria introduces legislation to ban fracking$ The Victorian Government has introduced legislation to permanently ban fracking in the state.
Resources & Energy Group acquires Burbanks gold mine in WA (0) November 22, 2016 The Burbanks gold mine in Western Australia has a new owner after Kidman Resources decided to sell the operation.
Rio Tinto to cut jobs in Western Australia (0) November 21, 2016 Rio Tinto will be cutting more jobs from it iron ore division in WA, with positions at its head office in Perth to be targeted first.
Newcrest partners with Randgold in Africa exploration deal (0) November 21, 2016 Newcrest and Randgold have entered an agreement to create an exploration joint venture in the south east of Cote d’Ivoire in West Africa.
Rio Tinto transfers land to NSW govt for conservation (0) November 21, 2016 Rio Tinto has transferred more than 2000ha of land in NSW’s Lower Hunter region to the state government for permanent conservation.
High-voltage motor series launched (0) November 21, 2016 Siemens’ new high-voltage motor series, Simotics HV HP, is able to cover an extended power range of up to 70 megawatts (MW).
Flinders Mines approved for expanded iron ore project (0) November 21, 2016 Flinders Mines has received approval from the Department of Environment and Energy for expanded operations at its Pilbara iron ore project.
Gold standard summer school for mining industry’s future ‘superstars’ (0) November 21, 2016 Thirty future “superstars” of the mining exploration industry will take part in an intensive three-week course in South Australia this month.
Minerals council welcomes SA govt support of Nuclear Royal Commission (0) November 18, 2016 The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has welcomed the South Australian government’s support of recommendations of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission.
UNSW offers $1M in scholarships for mining engineering students (0) November 18, 2016 The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is providing $1.14 million in mining engineering scholarships next year to help meet the industry shortage.
Next-gen screening machine for bulk dry materials (0) November 18, 2016 Haver & Boecker Australia have launched its next generation Niagrara M-Class screening machine for classifying dry bulk materials.
Mining union calls on new QRC CEO for more black lung support (0) November 17, 2016 The CFMEU mining and energy division has called on new Queensland Resources Council CEO Ian Macfarlane to provide further financial support to victims of black lung.
Santos enters PNG exploration deal (0) November 17, 2016 Santos has signed an agreement to farm-in for a 20 per cent interest in a Papua New Guinea exploration licence from both ExxonMobil and Oil Search.
Mine worker severely injured after QLD truck rollover (0) November 17, 2016 A 56-year-old Townsville man has suffered serious injuries after a truck rollover at a Queensland gold mine on Tuesday.
Rio executive heads roll after Simandou scandal (0) November 17, 2016 Rio Tinto has axed energy and minerals chief executive Alan Davies and legal and regulatory affairs group executive Debra Valentine following the Africa payments scandal.
SA Energy Prices Bounce Back But Is The Crisis Really Over? (0) November 17, 2016 It’s now been several months since the South Australian July energy price crisis – but its impact may continue for a long time to come. And SA businesses whose electricity ...
Oz Minerals’ Prominent Hill gets mine life extension (0) November 16, 2016 Oz Minerals has announced the extension of its Prominent Hill mine to 2028 following the release of updated resource estimates.
Machinery in demand as multi-million dollar projects start rolling out (0) November 16, 2016 Fuel-efficient heavy machinery will be in hot demand from hire and rental companies as several multi-million dollar projects kick off in South Australia.
Goulburn quarrying and recycling open day a success (0) November 16, 2016 Lincon Group’s quarrying and recycling Open Day in Goulburn last week was a success, with visitors travelling from as far as Western Australia to attend.
Motor protection for increased plant safety (0) November 16, 2016 Siemens has released the Simatic ET 200SP motor starter that protects electric motors and loads.
Woodside completes Scarborough assets acquisition (0) November 16, 2016 Woodside has completed its acquisition of half of BHP’s Scarborough assets in the Carnarvon Basin in offshore Western Australia.
New metal detection technology strikes gold (0) November 16, 2016 Prospectors hoping to fund their retirement can now successfully search for gold in past locations with the help of a new, larger super-coil.
Rio’s Hope Downs to halt operations over Christmas (0) November 15, 2016 Workers at Rio Tinto’s Hope Downs 4 mine will be sent home during Christmas as part of the company’s efforts to cut operating costs.
Huawei sets sights on oil and gas (0) November 15, 2016 Huawei continues to expand into the oil and gas sector, exhibiting industry solutions at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2016.
South Australia on track for two new-era graphite mines (0) November 15, 2016 The owners of two of South Australia’s newest graphite mining projects are moving forward with plans to open mines over the next two years.
Rio Tinto directors’ heads on the chopping block over Africa deal (0) November 14, 2016 Rio Tinto directors are set to meet in London in the next few hours in order to discuss the future of the two of its executives involved in the so-called ...
Siemens and Bentley form strategic alliance, joint investments (0) November 14, 2016 Siemens and Bentley Systems have announced a strategic alliance agreement to advance infrastructure project delivery and asset performance in complementary business areas.
Cooling solution for remote field-based instrumentation (0) November 14, 2016 Intertec has launched a family of high-performance water coolers, designed to work in combination with passive cooling systems.
Grain growers cut down mining review and push for submissions extension (0) November 14, 2016 South Australian grain growers have questioned the independence of a review of South Australia’s mining laws and the short-time frame for responses, according to the Advertiser.
Proposed WA iron ore tax could cost thousands of jobs (0) November 14, 2016 The Minerals Council of Australia has savaged the WA Nationals’ proposed iron ore tax, after its commissioned Deloitte report found the tax would cost 7,200 jobs.
Wholesale Energy Purchasing Delivers BIG SAVINGS to Industries (0) November 11, 2016 Electricity is one of the major costs for businesses – a cost commonly perceived as a permanent burden on the bottom line. Short of reducing production, most CFOs assume there ...
NSW Scandium mine given the green light (0) November 11, 2016 The NSW Department of Planning and Environment has approved the development of EMC Metals’ Nyngan Scandium Mine project in New South Wales.
Adani aims for Carmichael mine construction next year (0) November 11, 2016 Adani expects the Carmichael project to begin construction next year, following the Queensland Government’s decision to exempt it from new water legislation.
Pilbara Minerals in Lithium shipping deal with China (0) November 11, 2016 Pilbara Minerals has signed an offtake agreement to supply crushed but not processed direct shipping ore (DSO) to Chinese lithium producer Shandong Ruifu.
BHP calls for stronger resources industry support (0) November 11, 2016 BHP Australia minerals boss Mike Henry has called on resource leaders to do a better job of promoting the industry’s innovation, bright future, and economic contribution.
Thyssenkrupp opens new facility in the Pilbara (0) November 11, 2016 Thyssenkrupp has launched a new facility in Port Hedland to increase the maintenance and repair services for processing plants in the Pilbara.
Compliant platform could have stopped Mt Lyell deaths: court told (0) November 10, 2016 The purchase of a compliant temporary shaft platform could have prevented the deaths of two workers at the Mt Lyell Copper mine in 2013, a court heard yesterday.
Resistive touch monitors for industrial applications (0) November 10, 2016 Backplane Systems Technology has released Faytech’s Resistive Touch Series Monitors designed for demanding applications.
FLSmidth wins Kwinana lithium equipment contract (0) November 10, 2016 FLSmidth has signed a deal to provide pyroprocessing and comminution equipment for Tianqi Lithium Australia’s lithium processing plant to be located in Kwinana, WA.
Iron ore soars to nearly $US71 a tonne (0) November 10, 2016 Iron ore has rallied to a 12 month high of nearly $US71 a tonne while other metals including nickel, copper, and zinc have also surged, according to the AFR.
Carmichael mine saved from new groundwater laws (0) November 10, 2016 The Queensland Government has passed new laws ordering all mines currently under development to obtain a groundwater licence, with the exemption of Adani’s Carmichael mine.
New Explosion Proof Pneumatic Impact Wrenches Released (0) November 10, 2016 The oil and gas industry is one of the most hazardous working environments, particularly with handling of flammable fuel gases. As the percentage of fuel gasses, mists, and vapours – ...
QLD govt pushes ban on 100 per cent FIFO workers (0) November 9, 2016 Queensland natural resources and mines minister Anthony Lynham has introduced to state parliament proposed laws banning 100 per cent FIFO workers on new large resource projects.
Rig-mounted hydraulic breaker with increased impact energy (0) November 9, 2016 International construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic has launched the RX12, a rig-mounted hydraulic breaker for carriers between 9-15 tonnes.
Blair Athol mine life extended (0) November 9, 2016 The Blair Athol mine has received a two year mine life extension, with the reopening to create up to 300 jobs for Queensland’s Clermont community.
National plan to boost Australia’s METS sector launched (2) November 9, 2016 The new 10 Year Sector Competitiveness Plan to improve the growth of Australia’s mining equipment, technology and services sector was launched at IMARC yesterday.
Old mine to become home for new hydro storage plant (0) November 8, 2016 Genex is on track to develop a hydro storage plant at a disued mine in north Queensland, expected to power around 100,000 homes.
CSIRO enters mining research partnership (0) November 8, 2016 CSIRO and and CRCMining have entered a research partnership to create the mining innovation powerhouse, Mining3.
Gold Road, Gold Fields sign Gruyere project joint venture deal (0) November 8, 2016 Gold Road has entered a 50:50 joint venture partnership with Gold Fields to develop and operate the Gruyere gold project in Western Australia.
Mine worker dies after steel bucket incident (0) November 8, 2016 A worker has died at the Lightning Ridge underground opal mine in north west NSW after he was fatally hit by a steel bucket.
Caterpillar partners with Aussie hub in innovation deal (0) November 8, 2016 Caterpillar subsidiary, Caterpillar Ventures, has partnered with Australia’s CORE Resources Innovation Hub to connect startup communities and corporate networks to international opportunities in the resources sector.
Expressions of Interest Are Now Open For Bosich Rear Axle Low Loader (0) November 8, 2016 Under Instructions from a Major Financier, TIGER ASSET GROUP is now accepting Expression of Interest applications for the purchase of a 2006 BOSICH Rax Low Loader Float. With a load capacity ...
Jury dumps SA nuclear waste proposal (0) November 7, 2016 A citizen’s jury has rejected the proposal to develop a high-level nuclear waste dump in South Australia.
Luxembourg ramps up space mining plans (0) November 7, 2016 Luxembourg has entered a 25 million Euro investment and corporation agreement with US asteroid mining company Planetary Resources to explore resources on near-Earth asteroids.
Newcrest partners with Antam for Indonesia exploration (0) November 7, 2016 PT ANTAM has entered a strategic alliance with Newcrest for copper and gold exploration in Indonesia.
Safety Without Compromise (0) November 4, 2016 There are a number of factors competing for priority when completing a drilling job for a mine. While safety is the primary focus for good contractors, cost and time frames ...
Black lung parliamentary inquiry heads to Ipswich (0) November 4, 2016 The next round of hearings for the Coal Workers Pneumoconiosis select committee’s inquiry into the resurgence of black lung is being held in Ipswich, Queensland today.
Lincom Group to host quarrying and recycling Open Day (0) November 4, 2016 Lincom Group will host an Open Day event at Divall’s Carrick Quarry in Goulburn, NSW, on November 8 – 9 for quarrying and recycling applications.
Device for mine revegetation wins big at innovation awards (0) November 4, 2016 A new tool to help revegetate mine sites and degraded agricultural lands has won the top prize at the 2016 WA Innovator of the Year awards.
South32 acquires Peabody’s Metropolitan mine (0) November 4, 2016 South32 has entered a US$200 million agreement to acquire Peabody’s Metropolitan Colliery along with a 16.67 per cent interest in the Port Kembla Coal Terminal.
Hazelwood power station closure announced, site to shut in March (0) November 4, 2016 Majority owner Engie has announced that it will close its 1,600 megawatt brown coal-fired power station at Hazelwood on March 31 next year, with 750 jobs to be lost.
Anglo Coal found guilty after Grasstree mine death (0) November 3, 2016 Anglo Coal has pleaded guilty for failing its safety obligations after the death of an electrician at its Grasstree mine in 2014, Central Queensland News reports.
Sufferers drop Rio Tinto from cancer lawsuit (0) November 3, 2016 The cancer sufferers who claimed their use of talcum powder obtained from Rio Tinto’s talc mines caused their condition have dropped their case against the company.
Chinese coal mine explosion: all 33 dead (0) November 3, 2016 All of the 33 miners trapped underground after a gas explosion in a Chinese coal mine have been found dead following the incident on Monday.
Plant simulation software for minerals processing (0) November 3, 2016 Haver & Boecker have released plant simulation and optimisation software NIAflow for mineral processing and quarry operations.
Main burner valves for oil and gas (0) November 3, 2016 Emerson has released the Fisher Type 119EZ and 119EZS main burner valves for burner systems used in oil and gas production.
Dust suppression solution for unsealed trafficked areas (0) November 2, 2016 Australian dust management company Reynolds Soil Technologies (RST) has developed Rapid, a dust suppressant for unsealed trafficked areas on mining sites that improves dust control efficiencies.
New mineral unearthed in Tanzania (0) November 2, 2016 A new mineral has been discovered in the Merelani mining district in Tanzania – dubbed merelaniite.
Glencore to restart Integra underground mine (0) November 2, 2016 Glencore has announced plans to restart mining at the Integra underground coal mine in the NSW Hunter Valley for two years, creating up to 275 new jobs.
Resin firing system leads way in strata control (0) November 2, 2016 A system to stop mines from caving in will be used to safeguard new projects in Mongolia.
GE and Baker Hughes partner for combined oil and gas company (0) November 1, 2016 GE’s oil and gas business and supplier of oilfield services, products, technology and systems Baker Hughes are combining to create an oilfield technology company.
The future of mining on display at IMARC (1) November 1, 2016 The International Mining and Resources Conference will be held in Melbourne next week, addressing the need to improve productivity and optimise operations amid low commodity prices.
Arrium Mining partnership to upgrade iron ore waste (0) November 1, 2016 CDE Mining has partnered with Arrium Mining to process and convert almost 17 million tons of low grade iron ore fines in waste dumps into saleable product.
700 to march against bill that could delay Acland mine operations (0) November 1, 2016 More than 700 community members from Queensland’s Darling Downs will march on Parliament House today against a new bill that could further delay mining approvals.
Gas explosion in Chinese coal mine kills 15 (0) November 1, 2016 At least 15 people have died and 18 are missing after a gas explosion at a coal mine in south western China yesterday.
Sunshine State sees ray of hope with copper mine opening (0) October 31, 2016 The new $640 million copper mine near Cloncurry is being touted as another sign that Queensland has finally begun to overcome the worldwide resources price slump, according to the state ...
Light, fully-rugged Toughpad tablet released (0) October 31, 2016 Panasonic has launched the world’s lightest fully-rugged Android 10.1” Toughpad tablet, for protection against drops and shocks, heat and cold, vibration, contamination, dust, and rain.
EPO issued against mothballed QLD uranium mine (0) October 31, 2016 Uranium Mineral Ventures Incorporated has received an environmental protection order (EPO) to further safeguard against the release of contaminants from the non-operational Ben Lomond uranium mine.
Glencore’s Black Star mine goes into care and maintenance (0) October 31, 2016 Glencore has announced the Mount Isa Mines’ Black Star zinc mine has transitioned into care and maintenance after mining out its existing reserve.
Rio Tinto selling stake in Simandou to China (0) October 31, 2016 Rio Tinto is selling its stake in Guinea’s Simandou iron ore mine to Chinalco in a deal that will be worth between $1.1 billion and $1.3 billion. Rio was the highest ...
Vulnerability found in Schneider Electric’s ICS software (0) October 28, 2016 Users of Schneider Electric’s Unity Pro software are urged to download an upgrade, after a vulnerability was discovered in the software. According to Indegy Labs, the vulnerability in Unity Pro allows ...
Mine rehabilitation could create thousands of jobs (1) October 28, 2016 A mine rehabilitation reform campaign has recommended the introduction of an independent authority to rehabilitate abandoned mine sites, which could create thousands of jobs in mining precincts that were badly ...
Mine companies could cost WA Govt $2.4 billion (0) October 28, 2016 Western Australian mining companies could cost the state government up to $2.4 billion if they decide to fight the proposed $5-a-tonne ‘levy’ on iron ore exports. The fee, which up until ...
East Timor’s Nobel laureate asks Australia to show ‘fair go’ over oil (0) October 28, 2016 According to a report in the Brisbane Times, East Timor’s former prime minister and Nobel laureate Dr Jose Ramos-Horta has appealed to Australia’s sense of a “fair go”, asking for ...
New IoT solution to help mining companies drive digital transformation (0) October 28, 2016 IFS is set to release a new product that it claims will shorten the time from ideas to tangible benefits for mining customers’ IoT initiatives by providing an end-to-end architecture ...
GE and Komatsu announce extended 10-year partnership (0) October 28, 2016 Komatsu and GE have announced a ten-year partnership agreement to provide electrical remanufacturing services for mining equipment and vehicles. At Komatsu’s Welshpool facility in Perth, GE will apply expertise to the ...
Eyewash solution for on site safety (0) October 27, 2016 Tobin’s Eyewash Systems are designed to be a quick and safe way to wash chemicals from the eyes.
National health and safety law harmonisation failing (0) October 27, 2016 According to a story today in Lawyers Weekly, the Model Work Health and Safety Act that was introduced in 2011 has failed to unify the various state-based health and safety ...
Mobile wireless monitor for industrial safety (0) October 27, 2016 Honeywell has announced the next generation of its AreaRAE Plus multi-threat monitor to help connected workers and safety managers make faster and more informed safety decisions.
WA iron ore pit will be inundated with water within days (0) October 27, 2016 The sea wall that separates an iron ore mine on Cockatoo Island from the Kimberley waters is at risk of collapse, after liquidators of Pluton Resources turned off the pumps ...
Wireless sub – technology for smarter, faster drilling (0) October 27, 2016 Deep Exploration Technologies Cooperative Research Centre (DET CRC) has signed a licencing agreement for its technology for monitoring and optimising diamond drilling – the Wireless Sub – with Boart Longyear, ...
Iceland finds powerful energy source in volcanoes (0) October 26, 2016 Iceland is drilling into volcanoes to tap the energy created by magma, which could act as an innovative new form of renewable energy. The Iceland Deep Drilling Project (IDDP) is currently ...
Terex Cranes announce new president (0) October 26, 2016 Terex Corporation has announced that Steve Filipov will assume the role of President of Terex Cranes effective immediately. Filipov will also continue with his responsibilities as President of the Terex Material ...
Galaxy receives approvals to export from Esperance Port (0) October 26, 2016 Galaxy Resources has received key approvals from the Department of Environment Regulations and the Southern Ports Authority to export spodumene, produced at its Mt Cattlin Project, from SPA Port of ...
Current-limiting circuit breaker offer fast-acting protection (0) October 26, 2016 Industrial automation customers can improve their short-circuit protection with a new line of current-limiting, moulded-case circuit breakers, claims Rockwell Automation. The line expands the Allen-Bradley Bulletin 140G moulded-case circuit breakers and ...
Coal price soars, sees mines reopen (0) October 25, 2016 The current surge in coal prices has signalled positivity in the resources sector, leading to announcements of mines reopening both in Australia and overseas.
Isolation solution for bulk handling and minerals processing (0) October 25, 2016 Air Springs Supply has released Marsh Mellow springs, a maintenance-free alternative to metal springs that do not require lubrication and will not suffer permanent compression.
Winners of the 2016 Prospect Awards (0) October 24, 2016 The 13th annual Prospect Awards took place this year in Sydney, celebrating the best of mining in Australia.
Santos sells Victorian gas assets to Cooper Energy (0) October 24, 2016 Santos has announced the sale of its Victorian gas assets to Copper Energy for $82 million, exiting from offshore Victoria.
Aussie among employees facing homicide charges for Brazil mine disaster (0) October 24, 2016 An Australian is among the 21 people Brazilian prosecutors have filed homicide charges against following BHP and Vale’s Samarco mine disaster in November last year.
Man dies after mine collapse in Queensland (0) October 24, 2016 A 62-year-old man has died after a makeshift mine collapsed on him in the remote outback area of Opalton.
Experience To Take On The Challenges (0) October 24, 2016 When it comes to safely delivering a successful drilling project there are a number of factors involved. Company safety culture, experience and a willingness to listen to and understand the ...
Evolution Mining fined after worker’s legs crushed (0) October 21, 2016 Evolution Mining, formerly La Mancha Resources, has been fined $95,000 after a worker’s legs were crushed by falling rocks at the Frog’s Leg gold mine.
QLD rock sample library expanded to boost exploration (1) October 21, 2016 Natural resources and mines minister Anthony Lynham has officially opened the expanded Exploration Data Centre in Brisbane, hosting Queensland’s largest rock sample library.
Genesee & Wyoming Australia win Glencore rail assets (0) October 21, 2016 Genesee & Wyoming Australia (GWA) has entered an agreement to acquire Glencore Rail (GRail) for $1.14 billion, beating earlier bids from Pacific National and Aurizon.
New minerals processing screening system launched in Australia (0) October 20, 2016 Mineral processing technology company Haver & Boecker has launched to the Australian market its Niagara Scalper screening system.
Rox Resources acquires Collurabbie nickel gold project (0) October 20, 2016 Rox Resources has entered an agreement with Falcon Minerals to acquire the Collurabbie nickel gold project, north of Kalgoorlie in WA.
BHP says 50 per cent of its workers will be women by 2025 (0) October 20, 2016 BHP Billiton has announced its plan to make half its workforce women by 2025, in the lead up to the company’s annual general meeting in London today.
Growing use of drugs pose threat to resources sector: report (0) October 19, 2016 The increased use of drugs in Australia has posed increased challenges for employers in the mining and oil and gas sectors, according to a recent survey.
QLD mine sends first sulphide copper concentrate shipment to China (0) October 19, 2016 Queensland copper producer CuDeco has announced a milestone for its Rocklands Copper Mine, sending its first shipment of sulphide copper concentrate to China.
Liquid dispersant for increased road surface life (0) October 19, 2016 Australian fine particle management company Reynolds Soil Technologies (RST) has released RT20 Dynamic, a liquid soil compaction aid to increase road surface life.
iSeekplant Endorsements – Changing The Face of Plant Hire (0) October 19, 2016 With yet another major product announcement – iSeekplant are back at it again. Not too long ago, the company went live with their Endorsements system, which solves the hassle of ...
Kal Tire, University of British Columbia partner for innovative tyre solutions (0) October 18, 2016 Kal Tire and the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Canada have formed a research partnership to develop technology and innovative solutions for the mining tyre industry.
Whitehaven Coal records increased coal output (0) October 18, 2016 Whitehaven Coal has recorded an increase in coal output following the release of their September quarterly report.
Caterpillar CEO Doug Oberhelman to retire (0) October 18, 2016 Caterpillar chairman and CEO Doug Oberhelman will retire from March next year after working for more than 41 years in the company.
WEARBACK: the transfer chute solution for reducing OPEX spend (0) October 18, 2016 WEARX’s WEARBACK transfer chute is the solution for maximising chute availability and eliminating significant down time costs. Poorly designed transfer chutes lead to costly downtime caused by blockages, spillage, skirt wear ...
Rock drill attachment for increased production (0) October 17, 2016 Joy Global has released the Montabert rock drill attachment, the CPA 295, to increase the production rate of conventional drill rigs.
Evolution acquires Marsden copper-gold project (0) October 17, 2016 Evolution Mining has entered an agreement with Newcrest to acquire the Marsden copper-gold project in NSW.
Macmahon CEO resigns, replacement announced (0) October 17, 2016 Sybrandt van Dyk is stepping down as Macmahon CEO next month, to be replaced by Michael Finnegan, the company’s current general manager of surface mining.
Black lung parliamentary inquiry begins in QLD (0) October 14, 2016 The CFMEU has welcomed the first day of public hearings for the Queensland parliamentary inquiry into black lung held in Brisbane today.
Oil setting up a comeback (0) October 14, 2016 Oil prices have crept up higher after with recent figures showing hefty draws in diesel and petrol, offsetting the first crude inventory build in six weeks.
WA uranium chase: the race for approval (0) October 14, 2016 Proponents of uranium mines in Western Australia are racing to gain environmental approvals ahead of the state election, according to the Conservation Council of Western Australia.
LatchFree dipper system to reduce rope shovel downtime (0) October 14, 2016 Caterpillar has released the LatchFree Dipper System, providing a solution to the most common cause of rope shovel downtime.
Power restored at Olympic Dam (0) October 14, 2016 Full power has been restored at BHP’s Olympic Dam following South Australia’s severe storms.
Emerson acquires corrosion monitoring technology provider (1201) October 13, 2016 Emerson has entered an agreement to acquire Permasense, a UK-based provider of non-intrusive corrosion monitoring technologies.
BP exits oil drilling in Great Australian Bight (1601) October 13, 2016 BP has opted out of its exploration drilling program in the Great Australian Bight (GAB), sparking frustration from the South Australian Government.
Rio Tinto Coal (NSW) to face prosecution after worker injury (5) October 13, 2016 The NSW Department of Industry’s Resources Regulator will begin prosecution proceedings against Rio Tinto Coal (NSW) following a serious worker injury at the Mt Thorley Warkworth mine.
QLD Government takes tougher stance on black lung prevention (115) October 13, 2016 From January 1 2017 current measures to protect coal mine workers from black lung will become regulations required by law.
SolGold rejects investment offer by BHP (30) October 12, 2016 Brisbane-based company SolGold has rejected an offer from BHP Billiton for a stake in its Cascabel copper-gold project in Ecuador.
Vertical shaft impactor for bulk materials released (0) October 12, 2016 Superior Industries, manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, has released the Valor Vertical Shaft Impactor (VSI).
Rio Tinto to cut debt by US$1.5bn (24) October 12, 2016 Rio Tinto is reducing its debt by nearly $US1.5 billion as part of its debt reduction program.
Tickets on sale for 2016 Prospect Awards (0) October 12, 2016 Make sure you’re present at the Australian Mining industry’s night of nights.
First confirmed case of black lung from open cut coal mine (0) October 12, 2016 A 55-year-old Queensland man has been confirmed as Australia’s first case of black lung from an open cut coal mine.
Collinsville mine set to restart with 200 jobs up for grabs (1) October 11, 2016 Glencore’s Collinsville mine in northwest Queensland is restarting production aiming to hire up to 200 workers.
Caterpillar launches drive system for longwall conveyors (0) October 11, 2016 Caterpillar has released the HTD4100 High Torque Drive System for longwall armored face conveyors, which enables a higher level of automation for enhanced speed, torque control, and real-time monitoring.
Prospect Awards 2016 finalists announced (59) October 11, 2016 Australian Mining congratulates all finalists for the 2016 Australian Mining Prospect Awards.
BC Iron sells interest in Nullagine to Fortescue (0) October 10, 2016 BC Iron (BCI) is selling its 75 per cent stake in the mothballed Nullagine joint venture (NJV) to Fortescue.
WA named top destination for mining investment in Australia (0) October 10, 2016 Western Australia has been named the nation’s destination of choice for mining investment according to statistics from the state’s Department of Mines and Petroleu
Early detection and prevention a major priority for mine safety (0) October 10, 2016 Early detection and prevention are to remain a major focus of Queensland’s mine safety and health regime, says mine safety and health commissioner Kate du Preez.
QLD Government boosts Carmichael mine development (1284) October 10, 2016 The Queensland Government has deemed Adani’s Carmichael project a ‘critical infrastructure’ as part of its efforts to advance the mine’s development.
Glencore rail business goes off the tracks (0) October 7, 2016 The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is still considering bids from Aurizon and Pacific National over the acquisition of Glencore’s Hunter Valley rail business.
Pilbara Minerals to acquire Lynas Find lithium project (0) October 7, 2016 Pilbara Minerals has entered a $5m agreement with Dakota Minerals to acquire the Lynas Find lithium project.
Sandvik opens ultrasonic testing facility for oil and gas (0) October 7, 2016 Sandvik has inaugurated a new fully automated ultrasonic testing facility for oil country tubular goods (OCTG) in the oil and gas industry.
Stanmore Coal appoints new managing director (0) October 7, 2016 Dan Clifford has been appointed as the new managing director of Stanmore Coal, taking over from Nick Jorss.
Sandvik releases new drill bit range (0) October 7, 2016 Sandvik has launched the UNIFACE down-the-hole range of drill bits with an updated design to improve bit life and productivity.
Liebherr Australia celebrates 35 years of incorporation (6) October 6, 2016 Liebherr Australia is celebrating 35 years of incorporation this month, noting a steady growth of divisions, branches, and products over the years.
Caterpillar adds upgrades to equipment management system (1) October 6, 2016 Caterpillar has announced upgrades to the cat MineStar Terrain, part of its integrated mine operations and mobile equipment management system.
El Capitan secures ore deal with AuraSource (0) October 6, 2016 El Capitan Precious Metals has announced that it has executed its agreement with AuraSource, for the sale of up to 600,000 metric tonnes of head ore over the next 12 ...
Claire Rutkowski appointed Bentley Systems’ CIO (0) October 6, 2016 Claire Rutkowski has been appointed Bentley Systems’ new chief information officer, joining the company’s executive team.
Minetec wins $1m technology contract with Pybar (0) October 6, 2016 Minetec has secured a $1 million contract with Pybar to provide high precision tracking, visualisation and task management at South Australia’s Carrapateena mine.
WA gov not looking at increasing charges on miners (0) October 5, 2016 The WA state government is not considering raising taxes on mining companies despite Nationals leader Brendon Grylls’ push for $5 levy.
Mines Safety Roadshow takes off in Kalgoorlie (0) October 5, 2016 The Department of Mines and Petroleum’s 12th annual Mine Safety Roadshow began in Kalgoorlie yesterday, promoting the importance of mine safety.
50 workers to be axed at Norton (0) October 5, 2016 Norton Gold Fields’ Homestead gold mine in WA is expected to close by the end of the year, making around 50 workers redundant.
Atlas Copco demonstrates its MT65 extra capacity by destroying a ‘band’. (0) October 5, 2016 In order to demonstrate the extra five tonnes of payload capacity in the MT65 underground truck, Atlas Copco crushes a ‘band’.
Komatsu unveil cabless autonomous trucks (0) October 5, 2016 Komatsu has unveiled its completely cabless, next gen autonomous truck at MINExpo.
Bradken board backs Hitachi takeover bid (0) October 5, 2016 Bradken’s board has supported a takeover bid worth $689 million from Japan’s Hitachi Construction Machinery.
Rio’s Western Turner Syncline mine expansion approved (0) October 4, 2016 The WA government has approved the extension of Rio Tinto’s Western Turner Syncline (WTS) mine in the Pilbara.
GE launches suite of technologies to enhance mine productivity (0) October 4, 2016 GE Mining, a division of GE Transportation, has released Digital Mine, a suite of technologies to improve performance, reliability, safety, and operations.
BHP and OZ Minerals remain powerless in South Australia (0) October 4, 2016 BHP’s Olympic Dam and OZ Minerals’ Prominent Hill mine remain without power following South Australia’s storms last week.
Austar sees another coalburst, two injured, operations halted (0) October 4, 2016 Yancoal’s Austar coal mine has recorded another dangerous coalburst, knocking two workers to the ground.
130 workers diagnosed with diesel-fume related lung cancer each year (0) October 4, 2016 The Cancer Council is calling for greater cancer awareness in workplaces following the rate of workers diagnosed with lung cancer from work-based exposure to diesel fumes.
Contractor fined for worker’s fatal crush incident (0) October 4, 2016 Rod Mitchell’s Transport and Exploration Services has been fined $110,000 for the death of a worker at the Woodie Woodie mine last year.
St Barbara to buy back debt (0) October 4, 2016 St Barbara is carrying out a US$57 million notes buyback to drive down its debt levels.
Wambo fined over second blast mishap (0) September 30, 2016 Wambo Coal has received a $60,000 fine following a blast mishap that sent an orange dust plume blowing towards Jerrys Plains in the NSW Hunter region in 2014.
Caterpillar launches new rotary drill to boost productivity (0) September 30, 2016 Caterpillar has released the MD6420C Rotary Drill for hard- and soft-rock applications.
Decmil win iron ore contract (0) September 30, 2016 Decmil Group has secured a contract to build the airstrip for Sino Iron at Cape Preston.
Atlas Copco launches Boomer S2 with bizarre video (0) September 30, 2016 Atlas Copco has demonstrated the robustness of its newly released automated Boomer S2 by letting the ‘Hydraulic Press Guy’ launch objects at it.
QLD MP claims corruption at Anglo American (0) September 30, 2016 QLD state member for Mirani, Jim Pearce, claims he will expose ‘corruption’ at Anglo American’s Queensland coal operations.
Liebherr unveils new 100 tonne mining truck (0) September 30, 2016 Liebherr has released yet another new mining truck, at this year’s MINExpo.
South Australian storms close Olympic Dam (0) September 30, 2016 South Australia’s largest mine, BHP’s Olympic Dam, was forced to halt production as storms battered the state.
Mine accident double amputee jailed over selling meth (0) September 29, 2016 Double amputee Bevan Coutts, who lost his legs in a mining accident in 2011, has received a two year jail sentence for selling meth to an undercover policeman.
South Australian storms shut down Prominent Hill (0) September 29, 2016 The storms battering South Australia have halted production at OZ Minerals’ Prominent Hill mine.
Draeger launches new underground mine rescue equipment (0) September 29, 2016 Draeger has released the MRV 9000 mine rescue vehicle at this year’s MINExpo, along with the MRC 5000 underground mine refuge chamber.
MineARC develops intelligence system for refuge chambers (0) September 29, 2016 MineARC has released System Intelligence, a suite of monitoring systems for refuge chambers to enhance industrial safety.
90 workers cut at Anglo American coal mine (0) September 29, 2016 Up to 90 workers will be cut at Anglo American’s German Creek coal mine following a series of industrial actions and failed EBA negotiations.
Safe coal dust exposure levels don’t exist: study (0) September 28, 2016 Researchers at the University of Melbourne say there is little scientific evidence for current coal dust exposure regulations, following the resurgence of black lung in QLD.
New mine surveying scholarship for women (0) September 28, 2016 The Australian Institute of Mine Surveyors (AIMS), in collaboration with Glencore’s Mt Isa Mines, have announced a new scholarship to support women in mine surveying.
GE and Bosch sign IoT MoU (0) September 28, 2016 GE and Bosch have signed a memorandum of understanding whereby GE Digital and Bosch Software Innovations will facilitate openness and growth of the Industrial Internet of Things.
Another appeal against GVK Hancock Alpha mine denied (0) September 28, 2016 The Queensland Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal from an environmental group to stop GVK and Hancock Coal’s proposed Alpha coal mine in the Galilee Basin.
Iron ore oversupply to grow worse (0) September 28, 2016 The current iron ore market glut will only get worse in coming years as larger operators increase volumes and more mines come online.
Mining Act to be reviewed, receives SACOME nod (0) September 28, 2016 The South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) has welcomed Mineral Resources and Energy minister Tom Koutsantonis’ decision to review the state Mining Act.
UK opens first coal art gallery (0) September 28, 2016 The UK has opened its first art gallery dedicated to mining art.
Boart Longyear wins $1.4m to develop new drilling technology (0) September 28, 2016 The government of Ontario in Canada has awarded Boart Longyear CAD$1.37 million for a new mineral exploration drilling site and for drilling systems technology.
Cat unveils new underground loader (0) September 28, 2016 Caterpillar has released its new R1700K underground loader at MINExpo.
Cat develops new high torque longwall drive systems (0) September 28, 2016 Caterpillar has unveiled new longwall armoured face conveyor high torque drive systems at MINExpo.