Rio Tinto sorry for loss of radioactive capsule in Australia
The loss of a small, but “highly radioactive” widget has triggered a radiation alert across parts of the vast state of Western Australia.
Sandvik Mining and Construction signs iron ore project order in Latin America
Sandvik Mining and Construction has signed a major materials handling contract with a major mining company in Latin America. The contract value exceeds SEK1,200 million and will be executed and contribute to SMC business during the years 2011 until 2013.
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Visualizing US consumption of fuel and materials per capita
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Brazil govt eyes compensation deal for 2015 Vale-BHP dam burst
Brazil's Institutional Relations minister on Friday said the government would try to ink a deal "as soon as possible" to compensate victims.