Archives: Mining policy

Demand for autonomous mining truck technology industry in China is growing rapidly, driven by the ageing workforce in mining, increased labour costs, a desire to boost efficiency as well as regulatory safety mandates. Therefore the competitive landscape also continues to heat up. Along with TAGE Idriver, Waytous and EACON Mining, which have been widely covered[…]

The Antofagasta Region was – once again – a global focal point of the mining industry, as it hosted the twentieth edition of EXPONOR, organised by the Antofagasta Industrial Association, AIA, and which was attended by IM where we carried out interviews with some major mining technology suppliers and mining companies. Juan Duran at the[…]

Ma’aden is among the fastest-growing mining companies in the world and the largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East. It pioneered the mining industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, building a world-class, unique and fully integrated mining value chain. It also recognises the importance of technology and innovation in terms of[…]

Vale says it has implemented the Global Industry Standard for Tailings Management (GISTM) in 48 of its 50 tailings storage facilities (TSFs), with plans to bring the two remaining TSFs into conformance by August 2025. The GISTM was developed after the tragic failure of a tailings facility at Brumadinho, Brazil, in 2019, through an independent[…]

A “reliable service that augments your eyes underground,” VisionV2X from Maptek it says is a simple proximity detection and awareness solution with an important mission. Maptek™ VisionV2X gives all mine personnel vision underground, enabling them to make better decisions for keeping people and equipment safe. Maptek will officially launch VisionV2X at Austmine2023 in Adelaide on May[…]

Within the framework of the transformation of mining and the fight against climate change, Anglo American has brought together a series of public and private stakeholders to jointly develop a comprehensive study to analyse the economic feasibility and benefits of deploying a green hydrogen (H2V) valley or hub in the central zone of the country,[…]

After an exhaustive independent review, Codelco has achieved the Copper Mark certification for El Teniente, the world’s largest underground copper mine. The global responsible production program thereby confirms that Codelco’s southernmost operations centre uses production processes that meet high sustainability standards. “Our copper is part of the solution to climate change that threatens the planet[…]

Saudi Arabia is using its investment power to create a more diverse and sustainable economy through its Vision 2030 initiative. This includes transforming Saudi Arabia into a leading industrial powerhouse and a global logistics hub, by maximising the value of its mining and energy sectors while unlocking the full potential of local content and the[…]

Greening Canada’s mining sector is a crucial part of the country’s transition toward a low-carbon economy. That is why the Government of Canada says it is “making investments that will help build a greener future by supporting advancements in sustainable mining practices, while creating well-paying jobs that will support global demand for Canada’s critical minerals.”[…]

Aurubis, the world’s leading supplier of non-ferrous metals and one of the largest copper recyclers in the world, and Codelco, the world’s largest copper producer, have signed a letter of intent. In support of the Chilean-German Raw Materials Partnership, which both governments signed in La Moneda, the agreement includes cooperation and the exchange of ideas[…]