August 6, 2024 Komatsu to showcase electrification solutions at MINExpo 2024 In addition to equipment, Komatsu will showcase its collaborations with other organizations working toward a more sustainable future, including GM and ABB.
August 6, 2024 Caterpillar says 2024 profits will be higher than expected Caterpillar, one of the world’s biggest producers of heavy machinery, is seen as a bellwether for industrial activity as a key supplier to industries.
August 3, 2024 Arcadium acquires Li-Metal’s technology, pilot plant in $11 million deal Arcadium will also provide lithium to Li-Metal as part of a long-term offtake agreement.
August 1, 2024 Owner of new Singapore exchange Abaxx agrees deal with MineHub Under a share exchange deal, Abaxx will acquire 10.9% of MineHub.
July 31, 2024 New digital mining map from Northern Miner and DigiGeoData New digital interface provides detailed information on over 17,000 mining assets worldwide, offering improved access to data and aiding decision-making for investors and companies.
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.
Perth Mint’s December gold, silver sales slip versus November Sales of gold coins and minted bars fell to 35,885 ounces in December, from 66,710 ounces in November. January 07, 2026 | 04:00 pm
Silver, platinum prices plunge to extend big spike in volatility “We expect large-scale selling activity to kick off amid significant rebalancing flows from broad commodity indices,” TD Securities strategist said. January 07, 2026 | 01:38 pm
African states, business groups eyeing stake in De Beers, CEO says Anglo American, which owns 85% of De Beers, has valued the diamond producer at about $4.9 billion. January 07, 2026 | 12:15 pm