Suppliers & Equipment Top Stories

International Battery Metals begins commercial operations at DLE plant in Utah

The company said this is the first time lithium has been produced using the only modular such plant installed at a brine resource in the world.

Staff Writer | July 11, 2024 | 9:04 am

BHP installs wind-powered rotor on vessel to decarbonize Chile-Japan trade route

Based on advanced simulations and Norsepower’s real-world performance data, the…

Staff Writer | July 10, 2024 | 10:47 am

Global lithium sector eyes Argentina’s salt flats on tech test run

Eramet is being closely watched by competitors from the US…

Reuters | July 10, 2024 | 7:25 am

Hexagon, Scania and Fidens debut Brazil’s first teleoperated 8×4 mining truck

The result is a remotely operated, super-capacity heavy tipper that…

Staff Writer | July 9, 2024 | 4:58 pm

Caterpillar to show the mine site of the future at MINExpo 2024

CAT will showcase industry leading technologies, cutting-edge innovation and customized…

Caterpillar | July 9, 2024 | 3:12 pm

Hummingbird forced to delay commercial production at Guinea gold mine

The company's main contractor, Corica Mining Services, halted work at the mine in mid-March and has not resumed activities since.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 28, 2024 | 3:37 am

Syensqo launches Transfoamer product line, the mining industry’s first “switchable” frothers

Transfoamer frothers are based on a novel technology that changes froth strength in response to pH, leading to more efficient copper recovery.

Staff Writer | March 27, 2024 | 4:30 pm

Epiroc to split tools and attachments division on May 1

The company will split the division into two divisions and appoint a new division president.

Staff Writer | March 27, 2024 | 11:11 am

Chile opens 26 lithium salt flats to private companies

Tender process for the lithium-rich flats, excluding Atacama and Maricunga, will start in April and is expected to conclude in July.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 27, 2024 | 3:33 am

MAC, Copper Mark team up to enhance transparency and credibility

MAC and the Copper Mark are merging their respective assurance processes for pilot testing by MAC members undergoing TSM verification in 2024, with the Copper Mark secretariat managing the assurance process.

Staff Writer | March 26, 2024 | 11:27 am

How science may assist green metals exploration efforts

A recent paper in the journal Science Advances reveals new information that may inform future metal prospecting.

Staff Writer | March 26, 2024 | 6:02 am

Northern Star seeks to expand the already massive “Super Pit”

Proposed expansion would add seven years to the operating life of the iconic gold mine in Western Australia until 2034.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 26, 2024 | 3:41 am

Scientists discover origin of corrosion in 3D-printed stainless steel

Researchers delved into the mysterious world of pitting corrosion in 3D-printed stainless steel 316L.

Staff Writer | March 24, 2024 | 6:35 am

Technology becoming a hot commodity among miners, says law firm

“Technology actually becomes the currency," says White & Case partner.

Henry Lazenby | March 22, 2024 | 7:18 am

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