July 30, 2024

Komatsu achieves major autonomous milestones

Komatsu launched the FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) in 2008, marking the world’s first commercial application of an AHS.

July 29, 2024

BHP’s Spence copper mine in Chile now fully autonomous

Spence copper mine in Chile has celebrated three months of being BHP’s first fully autonomous operation, with zero incidents.

July 27, 2024

Big Oil seizes lithium opportunities

Mining companies could benefit in cash and technology as major fossil fuel companies invest in lithium.

July 22, 2024

Metso strengthens slurry handling offering by acquiring Jindex in Australia

Jindex Pty is a privately owned Australian company specializing in valves and process flow control. 

July 22, 2024

BHP’s potash mine in Canada now 50% ready

BHP is halfway through completing its massive Jansen potash mine in Saskatchewan, with first production expected in 2026.

July 22, 2024

CleanTech produces battery-grade lithium in first phase of DLE pilot

It achieved a lithium recovery rate of about 95% from the brine, with a total recovery of 88%.

July 19, 2024

Epiroc’s profit hit by struggling construction sector, shares drop

Epiroc's shares fell more than 5% on Friday.

July 17, 2024

Sodium-ion battery startup sparks lithium alternative

Peak Energy received $55 million in funding to scale up production of sodium-ion batteries that the company is positioning as an alternative to the widely used lithium-ion technology. 

July 17, 2024

Microsoft invests in Ontario-based rare earths recycling company

Cyclic has developed a patent-pending technology called CC360 to address the challenge of recovering rare earths contained in end-of-life hard drives.

July 16, 2024

Rio Tinto ready to build Simandou after almost 30 years of setbacks

Simandou has faced delays due to legal disputes, political changes, and the challenges of building out 600 km rail and port infrastructure.