Maptek, global developer of mine technology solutions, will join Chinese sales partner Pioneering Inc. at China Mining Congress and Expo in Tianjing from 20 to 23 October.

Boart Longyear announced the launch of the new MDR700, the next generation underground coring rig with advanced mobility. The MDR700 is a powerful rig that utilizes proven Boart LongyearTM underground exploration technology like the LM™ 700 feed frame and offers wide drilling angles, quick setup, easy operation and maintenance, advanced mobility and engineered safety controls.

The $3.15 billion project will tap into the world’s largest and highest grade deposit of polyhalite, used as a fertilizer, inside the North York Moors National Park.

Prices for the precious rocks have fallen almost 12% in the past year, amid weakening diamond jewellery demand from China, the second largest consumer after the U.S.

Suspensions at two of the company's main mines have caused Newcrest to miss estimated production targets.

All you need to know about mining and metals and the role the sector plays in key industries of the global economy in one simple table.

Lack of water forces suspension of operations at Porgera which had been expected to produce 400,000–500,000oz gold this year.

Iron ore drops to 12-week low ahead of Beijing decision whether to bail out giant iron ore, steel trader and Rio Tinto JV partner on the brink of default.

AN ADVANCED Erosion Control Suite of products that are cost effective, easily applied and deliver immediate results has been developed and launched by leading Australian dust, erosion and sediment control company Reynolds Soil Technologies (RST).