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SGS awarded five year on-site laboratory contract renewal for Teranga Gold Corporation’s Sabodala Mine in Senegal

For four years SGS has provided ongoing quality service and experienced staff, and will continue to manage and operate the laboratory for a minimum of another five years.

SGS | September 24, 2014 | 3:19 pm

China’s iron ore imports to fall in September — report

Shanghai Metals Market warns slim profits and continuous declines in steel prices have dampened Chinese mills’ appetite for iron ore.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 24, 2014 | 2:34 pm

Low metal prices put chill on global mineral exploration

Fresh data suggests it is still too early to celebrate a recovery in the sector.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 24, 2014 | 1:15 pm

New diamond nanothreads may let scientists build space elevator

Scientists have discovered how to produce ultra-thin diamond nanothreads, a sort of very strongnanotubes, which could prove to be stronger and hardier element currently available.

Cecilia Jamasmie | September 24, 2014 | 10:50 am

Atlas Copco releases new side dump bucket for Scooptram loaders

Atlas Copco has introduced a side dump bucket option for the Scooptram line of underground LHD machines.

Atlas Copco | September 23, 2014 | 11:06 pm

Secondary Conveyor Belt Cleaner Designed for Safety and Easy Maintenance

A global leader in bulk material handling technology has announced a secondary conveyor belt cleaner engineered to improve performance and reduce maintenance time, even as average belt speeds and loads continue to increase.

Martin Engineering | September 23, 2014 | 10:59 pm

Sprott Fund Manager Jason Mayer’s guide to resource stock profits

Miners are having a tough time getting funded, and although Canadian oil and gas has performed well over the last few quarters, some companies might be overvalued. No wonder investors are confused.

The Mining Report | September 23, 2014 | 10:18 pm