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MineWare and Komatsu launch solution aimed at increasing productivity of loading tool

Currently available only in the Komatsu PC7000-11 models, the Argus PLM system will be rolled out across other PC series excavator models later on.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 8, 2019 | 7:08 am

Mining students learn to develop feasibility studies using high-tech solution

The Riivos-built mining financial technology software helps them spend less time building spreadsheet models and more time optimizing their mine project economics.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | April 8, 2019 | 6:40 am

Firestone finds another massive diamond at Lesotho mine

It's the second one over 70-carat Firestone has found at its Liqhobong mine this year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 8, 2019 | 5:33 am

Barrick’s deal-making chairman awarded $12.9m in 2018

John Thornton received a $9.74 million bonus on top of his $2.5 million salary, but used most of the after-tax proceeds of the bonus to buy 215,000 Barrick shares, according to a company's filing.

Bloomberg News | April 8, 2019 | 5:00 am

Lynas weighs up rare earths processing in Australia as Malaysia ups pressure

Lynas, one of the world’s main suppliers of rare earths outside China, said it was open to processing materials closer to its Australian mine if that meant it can renew its licence in the Southeast Asian country.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 8, 2019 | 3:27 am

Will global slowdown support gold, or is it just temporary?

The global economy is slowing down. How serious is the current slump?

Sunshine Profits | April 7, 2019 | 11:45 am

Gold stocks still marching

The gold miners’ stocks are still marching, grinding higher on balance in a solid upleg. While interest in this sector has faded since late February, it is nicely set up for a strong rally.

Adam Hamilton - Zeal Intelligence | April 7, 2019 | 11:19 am

China continues gold-buying spree as PBOC adds for fourth month

The world’s second-largest economy expanded its gold reserves for the fourth straight month, adding to optimism that central banks globally will continue to build holdings.

Bloomberg News | April 7, 2019 | 11:04 am