Gemcom Software International has released Gemcom MinexTM 6.1, the latest version of the industry's only integrated end-to-end software solution designed specifically for stratified deposits. Minex fully integrates all aspects of mining from exploration through rehabilitation, assisting the aim that resources be evaluated accurately and mined efficiently, improving productivity and profitability throughout the mining lifecycle.

Several very large potential dragline contracts are close to being signed with major coal groups in South Africa and Australia, those in the industry have been telling IM. But these kinds of decisions take a lot of time. The hold ups are issues unrelated to the potential suppliers, which for the largest models only includes [...]

The latest addition to the Redbore family of raise drills from the Redpath Group, mining contractors and engineers, is the Redbore 90. Redpath says it was manufactured "to address the growing demand for 4.5 to 5.5 m diameter raises up to 600+ m in length. Our clients quickly recognised the benefits of a new drill which utilises the latest in modern proven technology to deliver more cost effective raise development." The Redbore 90 provides coverage in capacity between Redpath's Redbore 70 and a Redbore 100.

A gear motor drive assembly and cable spool reel engineered for rope shovels has dramatically decreased the occurrence of unexpected dipper trip system failure, one of the biggest productivity thieves in surface mining operations. Developed by Flanders Electric, the SureTrip dipper spool reel applies constant tension during the dig cycle to maintain full control over [...]

Great Mines series has already looked in-depth at two very different mining groups - the long established and gold-focussed Newmont; and First Quantum, a diversified newcomer with its roots in DRC but growing rapidly through greenfield projects like Sentinel and well timed buy-outs of operations like Ravensthorpe. For our third series of Great Mines, we [...]

The South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) says the environmental approval announced October 10 for BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam expansion project is “fantastic news and heralds the coming of our State’s long awaited mining boom. The project will bring huge economical benefits to South Australia, regional communities, and the nation as a whole.” A massive open-pit mine is to be developed to operate, for some time at least, alongside the underground mine, which is a world leader in uranium and copper.

GMEL claims critical breakthrough in rare earth processing

The organisers say that Intermat 2012 is 90% sold and ”undeniable growth heralds a successful exhibition. Positive growth forecasts and an occupancy rate of 90% eight months before the show are promising signs.”

Stillwater Mining Co (SMC) has tentatively placed an order for a third Kiruna K635ED electric hauler to meet increased production as the company initiates its next development phase - extending its underground electric truck ramp haula...

Rio Tinto Exploration, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rio Tinto, has signed a conditional agreement with Tasman Resources for the funding of an accelerated exploration program on Tasman’s 100% owned Exploration Licence 4322 which contai...

Stillwater Mining Co (SMC) has tentatively placed an order for a third Kiruna K635ED electric hauler to meet increased production as the company initiates its next development phase - extending its underground electric truck ramp haulage system from 1,067 m above sea level (asl) down to 762 m (asl) - its next development phase to extract ore at lower levels.

Rio Tinto Exploration, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rio Tinto, has signed a conditional agreement with Tasman Resources for the funding of an accelerated exploration program on Tasman's 100% owned Exploration Licence 4322 which contains the Vulcan prospect, located 30 km from BHP Billiton's giant Olympic Dam copper-gold-uranium mine in South Australia.