Caterpillar introduces 777G off-highway truck
The new Cat® 777G Off-Highway Truck introduces outstanding performance, production and fuel efficiency in the 100-short-ton (91-tonne) size class.
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Why gold can go the distance
Gold’s been knocked down lately, but several enduring factors have conditioned the yellow metal for an inevitable comeback.
World’s first all-diamond ring to cost US$68 million
Switzerland-based Shawish Jewelry is creating a diamond ring that would make Elizabeth Taylor’s 30-carat engagement band from Richard Burton look like a children’s toy— a 150-carat all-diamond ring.
Chile’s mining industry hunts for renewable energy
As oil prices continue to rise, and nations around the world look for ways to weather an energy crisis, Chile is turning to one of its own best renewable resources – solar energy – to supply much needed power.
Botswana Diamonds releases sparkling interim results
London-listed diamond junior Botswana Diamonds (LON:BOD) forecasts a cheerful future for the diamond market, despite it sliding into the red in the six months to the end of December with a pre-tax loss of over US$327,000.
Australia, Canada, Chile, Brazil and Mexico the top five mining projects’ destinations
In its annual ranking of countries in terms of political risks for mining investment, the mineral industry advisory firm Behre Dolbear, has ranked Australia, Canada, Chile, Brazil and Mexico as the top five nations in which to locate mining projects.
Aussie miners find Latin love
Australian miners are setting up in remote outback areas in a land enjoying a resources boom - Chile.
China on the prowl for mining investments in Africa, S.America and Asia
Chinese investors are turning their focus to emerging economies as they look to expand their demand for commodities and switching away from Australia and Canada, which are getting too expensive.
India wants to truck Afghan ore through Pakistan
India is hoping to bury the hatchet with its historical rival Pakistan, at least enough for both sides to benefit from a massive iron ore deposit in Afghanistan.
