March 4, 2020

Lithium-ion batteries have a new rival – potassium metal

US-based researchers found a solution to a persistent problem facing potassium metal batteries.

March 3, 2020

MINING.COM launches EV Battery Metals Index

The value of metals used in batteries for the nascent electric vehicle industry measured for the first time.

March 3, 2020

Tomra opens regional headquarters in South Africa

Tomra’s new 1,800-sq.-metre facility includes offices, a warehouse and training and meeting rooms.

March 3, 2020

Canada tax write-off for mining EVs welcomed by MAC

The Canadian government will extend the business tax deduction for zero-emission vehicles and equipment to cover mining operations.

March 2, 2020

Metso establishes Lithuania manufacturing site

The new site is expected to operate by the end of the second quarter of this year.

March 2, 2020

Alrosa steps up efforts to brighten fluorescent diamond sales

The Russian diamond giant is inviting retailers to jointly market its 'Luminous Diamonds' brand, which uses the glowing stones.

February 28, 2020

Sustainable and socially responsible mining needs radical transformation

With recent failures in tailings dams, mining companies have attracted lot of international spotlight and higher levels of activism than ever before.

February 27, 2020

Caterpillar introduces Cat 6030 hydraulic model

To boost machine availability and utilization, major 6030 components are integrated into existing Caterpillar product support systems.

February 26, 2020

Ritchie Bros. sells Volvo ‘Gold Rush’ excavator for $290,000

To celebrate 10 years of the television show all proceeds will be donated.

February 26, 2020

Vale selects Mobilaris and Epiroc for digital transformation in Canada

The contract includes an integrated solution to enhance safety, efficiency and productivity of mining operations.