AI, 5.5G networks to take mines to new “smart” level

The sector has embarked on a quest to transform operations by integrating connectivity, automation and artificial intelligence.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 4, 2024 | 5:21 am

Solaris strikes deal with Ecuadorian Indigenous organization, other groups complain

ComplaInt before Canadian authorities claims the miner moved forward with the Warintza project, which overlaps Shuar Arutam-titled territory, despite the community’s opposition.

Staff Writer | March 3, 2024 | 2:45 am

US court approves land swap for Rio’s Arizona copper mine

Court upheld a previous ruling and rejecting a request from Native Americans who said the land has religious and cultural import.

Reuters | March 1, 2024 | 12:55 pm

Jiangxi Copper buys $212 million of First Quantum shares

The Chinese firm holds 18.4% of First Quantum.

Bloomberg News | March 1, 2024 | 11:37 am

Insight: Inside a copper output plunge at No. 1 global producer Codelco

Codelco "has had some significant strategic errors," especially attempting simultaneous projects, according to one consultant.

Reuters | March 1, 2024 | 9:51 am

Adani’s $1.2bn copper smelter to import concentrates from Peru, Chile, Australia

Kutch Copper, the world's biggest single-location plant of its type, expects to start operations in the next few weeks.

Reuters | March 1, 2024 | 9:15 am

Codelco says 85% of energy supply will be renewable by 2026

The miner has secured three 15-year contracts that will guarantee 1.8 terawatt hours per year.

Reuters | March 1, 2024 | 7:43 am

Well-connected streams more effective at reducing presence of toxic metals from upstream mining – study

Streams with ample connections to shallow groundwater flow paths are better at detoxifying specific forms of aluminum, cadmium, arsenic and zinc.

Staff Writer | March 1, 2024 | 5:30 am

Schaft Creek JV in British Columbia advances to prefeasibility stage

The study is due by the end of 2024 or early 2025.

Staff Writer | February 29, 2024 | 11:36 am

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