Real-time measuring of tailings clay content may optimize reclamation processes
Canadian researchers are developing a “clay analyzer” to help miners reduce tailings deposit footprints and minimize land disturbance.
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Pure Energy Minerals removes royalty payments from Clayton Valley lithium project
The Canadian company said having purchased a 2% NSR royalty is aimed at maximizing shareholder value.
Centerra’s Kyrgyz units seek bankruptcy protection over Kumtor mine expropriation
Centerra expects bankruptcy proceedings to prevent further efforts by Kyrgyzstan to strip Kumtor Gold of its assets.
BHP union says work schedules too punishing for train drivers
The world's biggest miner told train drivers that they will be required to work a two-week on, one-week off roster.
Dalian iron ore price jumps on report of output curb easing in Tangshan
Tangshan authority had urged local long-process steel producers to cut production by 30%-50% in March to improve air quality,
South Australia mining production tunnels past $5.4 billion amid commodity price boom
Record copper sales and soaring gold and iron ore prices in the second half of 2020 have helped the Australian state reach its second-highest year of mining value.
Six steps for reducing risk and roadblocks in digital initiatives
A simple strategy can help create smarter, more productive mines.
Balancing risk and reward in South America
South America, a continent that offers sweet mineral riches sometimes serves them up with a sour side-dish of political risk.
Snapshot: Eight Canadian companies exploring in South America
South America is home to rich deposits of gold, silver, copper, zinc and lithium.
