June 30, 2013

Jackson Energy Authority Teams Up With Euclides Technologies for ClickSoftware Integrations

"This solution will enhance the core value JEA brings to its customers."

June 29, 2013

The pain of mining austerity: 7000 Queensland coal jobs gone

''Since Glencore merged with Xstrata last month, the company has demonstrated a ruthless and short-term approach to cost-cutting."

June 28, 2013

Arch Coal selling Utah mine for US$435 million

Arch shares popped 5%.

June 27, 2013

Renewable power to outpace gas by 2016: International Energy Agency

Power generation from renewable sources is expected to increase by 40% over the next five years.

June 27, 2013

Glencore Xstrata cuts coal production at Aussie mines, slashes 450 jobs

In total, over 1,000 coal jobs have been cut this week alone in Australia's mining sector.

June 27, 2013

BHP Billiton stock sinks to 4-year low, more pain ahead for miners

"As long as the world’s most important central banks are stepping back from further monetary stimulus, and China’s appetite for raw materials slows down, the earnings trajectory for metals and…

June 26, 2013

INFOGRAPHIC: future mining success calls for improved comminution

"Smart blasting, mineral pre-concentration, novel flowsheets and new grinding technologies are just a few of the different strategies which can improve cost effectiveness."

June 26, 2013

Rio suspends coal exports from Mozambique over threats

Rios' security concerns follow threats from the former guerrilla group Renamo. Vale continues shipments as usual.

June 25, 2013

Cost-cutting Rio to offload Mozambique coal unit

The mining giant is in the process of choosing a financial adviser to assist with the transaction.

June 25, 2013

Glencore Xstrata, Peabody lay off over 500 Aussie coal miners

Pushed by a global surplus of coal that is negatively affecting its price.