Photo of the day: United States Capitol with old copper dome, c. 1846
Thought to be the first ever photo of the Capitol.
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New accident jeopardizes Freeport’s Indonesian copper supply
Strained relations between the company and labour unions casts doubt on whether the mine will be able to ship to customers.
Metso’s Board approves a demerger plan to divide Metso into two companies
The Board has completed a strategy study, resulting in the signing of a demerger plan
China gold buying surge won’t be repeated; gold and silver slip back
The secretary-general of the China Gold Association reckons the kind of frenzied gold buying in late April and early May won't be repeated.
Trolex Develops Refuge Chamber Monitoring Systems
Refuge chamber monitoring allows miners sheltering within to check conditions both inside and outside the chamber while awaiting rescue, and thus knowing whether it is safer to stay put or begin their escape.
Sudan to produce 50 tonnes of gold, maybe more this year
Country's mining minister said it would increase its output from 42 tonnes last year.
BC rejects oil pipeline proposal for Enbridge’s Northern Gateway
Government cites lack of sufficient answers about environmental issues.
RPM launches EFM for the mining industry
RungePincockMinarco (RPM) has today launched the first fully integrated EFM application specifically built for the mining industry, XERAS for Enterprise ™.
WesTech wins “Supplier of the Year” recognition from Vale
This prestigious award was received and accepted through WesTech’s Brazilian office, WesTech Equipamentos Industriais LTDA.
