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22 Jan 2019
All systems go at Olympic Dam as well as progressing regional exploration
In its H2 2018 results, BHP reports that underground operations continue to progress into the...
22 Jan 2019
CSIRO mine wastewater treatment research undergoes Evolution
CSIRO scientists are using microbes and other methods to remove valuable metals and other contaminants...
21 Jan 2019
ERG trials IBM Blockchain Platform to support Clean Cobalt Framework
Eurasian Resources Group says it will pilot a blockchain-based solution built on the IBM Blockchain...
21 Jan 2019
Swift expands digital contract at Western Areas’ Forrestania nickel operation
Among a number of resource-sector contract wins, Swift Networks Group has expanded its previous agreement...
21 Jan 2019
Ausdrill’s Barminco to go underground at Regis Resources’ Rosemont gold project
Having recently closed a deal to acquire fellow contractor Barminco, Ausdrill has announced A$171 million...
19 Jan 2019
Bechtel proceeds with EPCM contract for Teck’s Quebrada Blanca Phase 2 copper project in Chile
Bechtel, a global leader in engineering, procurement and construction, has received approval from Teck to...
18 Jan 2019
New research looks to AI for exploration indicators in Canada’s North
A Natural Resources Canada-backed research project is looking to devise remote predictive mapping (RPM) methods...
17 Jan 2019
Gekko completes modular process plant study for King Island Scheelite’s Dolphin tungsten mine
King Island Scheelite recently provided an update on its new processing plant to be constructed...
17 Jan 2019
NORCAT and Glencore launch technology innovation programme
NORCAT and Glencore’s Sudbury Integrated Nickel Operations have launched a technology and innovation programme to...
17 Jan 2019
Sandvik launches automation upgrade package for DD422i/DD422iE jumbo drills
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology has launched an automation upgrade package for its DD422i and...
17 Jan 2019
Strong African order book driving growth at Capital Drilling
Capital Drilling Ltd, a leading drilling solutions company focused on the African markets, has provided...
17 Jan 2019
IntelliSense.io creates AI algorithm to predict thickener performance
A UK-based startup says it has devised a machine learning-algorithm that can help mining companies...