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Improving productivity, efficiency and safety through automation and reliable communication infrastructure

Implementing automation into the mining environment has the potential to realise long term cost reductions and increase levels of productivity and efficiency. […]

MINING.COM Staff Writer | February 3, 2014 | 7:08 pm

More than mining: Anglo sets up trading arm

Anglo American takes a leaf from Glencore's book, sets up trading and logistics division set to contribute $400m to profits within two years.

Frik Els | February 3, 2014 | 6:34 pm

Water filtration company targeting estimated $1 trillion worth of precious metals sitting in old mining sites

Using 'natures very own sponges' to extract precious metals.

Ana Komnenic | February 3, 2014 | 6:24 pm

Canadian, Aussie juniors lead mining exploration in Chile

While the junior sector keeps attracting foreign investment, about $40 billion large-scale projects have been put on ice or postponed, study reveals.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 5:38 pm

Watchdog censures mining firms in Uganda for ignoring locals’ rights

Rights group claims Uganda’s government has promoted private investment in mining without involving landowners.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 4:14 pm

Amplats to slash 1,400 jobs, warns fresh strike could lead to more

Despite the miner returned to profitability last year, it is now facing a strike at its processing plants.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 12:44 pm

Mining opposition risks $57bn projected investment in Peru

Last year alone there were 149 conflicts involving mines in the country.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 3, 2014 | 11:36 am

Back to miners graduating with 6-figure salaries ‘in a few years’

Baby boomers are retiring and even if only a small fraction of new projects take off, the ensuing skills shortage will bring back mining jobs boom.

Frik Els | February 2, 2014 | 11:39 pm

Guinea president says Simandou rights transfer likely broke law

BSG Resources transferred rights on rich Simandou concession to Brazil's Vale in a $2.5 billion deal in 2010.

Frik Els | February 2, 2014 | 10:01 pm

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