July 29, 2019 Sandvik CEO emerges as front-runner for top job at ABB An announcement could be made in the coming weeks though ABB has yet to make a final decision.
July 26, 2019 Caterpillar introduces propel drive system upgrade for rope shovels The upgrade reconfigures the crawler undercarriage to allow drive shaft and tumbler replacement from the outboard side, which improves access and decreases downtime by days.
July 26, 2019 Safer, healthier, more productive — the promise of wearables for miners As declining ore reserves push mines to greater depths and also to remote locations, companies are increasingly testing wearables to cut costs, decrease risk and drive productivity.
July 25, 2019 China’s Fulin ditches plans for battery parts plant in Chile The decision comes on the heels of a similar move by South Korea’s POSCO and its partner, Samsung's battery unit.
July 24, 2019 Caterpillar pours cold water on manufacturing, energy sector hopes Disappointing earnings were driven mainly by its construction division.
July 24, 2019 Nova Scotia’s new gold show set to whet investors appetite The Mining Association of Nova Scotia (MANS) is organizing the Nova Scotia Gold Show to highlight the province’s opportunities.
July 23, 2019 Boart Longyear receives B-BBEE certification, achieving fully compliant Level 4 contributor status in South Africa Boart Longyear’s Level 4 status was achieved through its ratings on ownership, management, skills development, enterprise, supplier and socio-economic development.
July 19, 2019 Improving shutdown times with primary gyratory relining The entire shutdown process—from cleaning out the pit to the final relining steps—can take days and, in some cases, up to a week.
July 19, 2019 How to handle mine tailings safely and sustainably? The paradigm is shifting, as technology is evolving towards the adoption of smart and hybrid solutions that maximize ore and water recovery while optimizing operational costs.
July 19, 2019 Ten firms that keep Canada’s mineral industry moving Canada hosts many specialized suppliers that provide vital goods and services to keep the industry going.
Copper price racks up longest rally since 2017 with bulls at the helm Futures have rallied by more than 40% this year, setting up the biggest annual advance since 2009. December 30, 2025 | 09:12 am
