February 23, 2018

German scientists to build machine that speeds up urban mining processes

Some urban mining already takes place in the EU but it involves melting devices together in a furnace and removing the most valuable metals.

February 23, 2018

Robust and reliable data communications support more effective mining operations

At Vršany Lom, communication network challenges have been overcome with the implementation of robust industrial networking technology from Westermo.

February 22, 2018

Zimbabwe resumes diamond sales, expects to auction 1.56 million carats

A test sale was conducted and, according to the Minister of Mines, it was a total success.

February 22, 2018

Mandalay’s coffers suffered from Cerro Bayo’s downtime

The CEO of Mandalay dubbed 2017 as a challenging year for his company.

February 22, 2018

Corruption perceptions index 2017

This year’s Corruption Perceptions Index highlights that the majority of countries are making little or no progress in ending corruption.

February 22, 2018

Rio Tinto says changing structure, moving some staff

Rio Tinto, the second biggest miner by market capitalisation, has listings in London and Australia, a headquarters in London and an Australian office.

February 22, 2018

De Beers diamond output to peak this year thanks to Gahcho Kue

The unit of Anglo American intends to mine as much as 36 million carats this year, up from 33.5 million in 2017.

February 22, 2018

Anglo American ‘shows off’ — doubles profits, halves debt, pays highest divvy in a decade

Company became the latest top miner to report soaring profits, hefty dividends and lighter debt burden.

February 22, 2018

Canada the world’s overall top mining destination, despite Saskatchewan fall

That's considering the combined rankings of all its provinces and territories, but Finland is the most attractive jurisdiction this year.

February 21, 2018

Weir Minerals launches Multiflo RF dewatering pump

The Multiflo® RF range includes seven new units, each designed to maximise efficiency no matter the application.