Alacer Gold announces positive drill results for Çöpler Saddle
The Çöpler Saddle is shaping up to be another outstanding near-mine exploration project, the miner says.
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Former miners who stared down a coal train end their protest
The contentious bankruptcy of their former employer rages on.
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Melia Energy says it has found a way to address concerns about an oil spill on either land or at sea.
Access to water one of miners’ biggest challenges ahead — study
Despite successful efforts to manage water usage more efficiently, tougher environmental rules are increasing miners’ costs and risks, particularly those operating in arid regions or close to populated communities.
Vale to launch new iron ore product in Q1 2020
GF88 is a high-grade iron ore product, produced by grinding Vale's flagship Carjas IOCJ 65% Fe fines.
Vedanta seeks approval to repair ‘crumbling’ copper smelter
Vedanta, backed by billionaire Anil Agarwal, stopped operations at the smelter for maintenance in March 2018 and later extended the shutdown due to mounting opposition from villagers against alleged pollution.
Scania develops biofuel-powered, driverless truck
The truck is expected to improve the safety of operations at mine sites.
HySafe believes hydrogen could replace diesel at mine sites
The International Association for Hydrogen Safety believes that hydrogen could help decarbonize the industry.
Rio Tinto sees rosy future for diamonds despite end of Argyle
Company is exploring for diamonds in Canada as part of its plans to stay in the sector despite the looming closure of its Argyle mine in Australia, known for extremely rare pink diamonds.
