Barrick Gold boosts automation at Kibali
Innovations include machine learning at the mine’s three hydropower stations and reactive battery control to reduce back-up diesel generation.
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Antofagasta to test use of hydrogen in mining equipment
The copper miner has begun testing hydrogen-powered haulage truck at its Centinela copper mine, in northern Chile.
BHP to expand into “tougher jurisdictions” in search of battery metals
CEO Mike Henry said the company is ready for a strategic shift out of its geographical, advanced-economies comfort zone.
Mountain Province Diamonds CEO steps down
Stuart Brown, who took the helm in 2018, also resigned as a director of the company.
Canadian miners need to create value as M&As pick up — report
Report shows the market is in the midst of a fresh wave of consolidation as companies benefit from strong metal prices.
Fortescue grabs 60% of Dutch energy tech firm
The miner's green energy arm said the acquisition is part of FMG's plan to supply 15 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030.
Gold Resource to buy Aquila in $30 million deal
The new miner will be an intermediate gold producer once Aquila’s Back Forty zinc and copper project in Michigan begins production.
Covid-19 vaccines mandatory for Western Australia mining and FIFO workers
Requirement applies to about 141,000 people, including fly-in, fly-out and other workers in mining, exploration and oil & gas.
De Beers sells first traceable diamonds under GemFair
Sold parcel of ethically sourced diamonds came from artisanal and small-scale miners in Sierra Leone.
Newmont axes gold output targets at Boddington
Revision comes as a result of several challenges during commissioning the mine's first Autonomous Haulage System fleet.
The Metals Royalty debuts on Nasdaq with deep-sea bet
Listing offers investors exposure to deep-sea mining as demand for critical minerals rises and risks remain.