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New explosives innovation prioritises safety
20th October 2023

The DigiShot Ranger, designed by South African mining explosives manufacturer AECI Mining Explosives has been designed to cater specifically for smaller mines, quarries and civil blasting... 


Piedmont invests in Newfoundland lithium project
Piedmont invests in Newfoundland lithium project
11th October 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Nasdaq- and ASX-listed Piedmont Lithium on Wednesday announced a strategic investment in a large prospective lithium project in Newfoundland, Canada. Piedmont has agreed to pay C$2-million for a... 


Originating in Australia, the range of SafeGauge solutions is being distributed in South Africa by Proximity Detection Systems specialist, Booyco Electronics
Booyco Electronics hails safety breakthrough in live testing of large equipment
11th October 2023

While essential to effective maintenance, the live testing of mining vehicles and equipment can be hazardous and time consuming – but this has all changed with the SafeGauge range of digital... 


COAL SCREEN
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Company localises engagement for growth in Africa
6th October 2023 By: Simone Liedtke

In the dynamic mining and rock processing landscape, proximity to customers and swift access to support services play a pivotal role in maintaining operational efficiency and building lasting... 


An image of the Kemp drilling rig LEVENT 1001 that is being refurbished for Sasol's Shondoni mine
Local manufacturer refurbishes, rebuilds drill rig
6th October 2023 By: Lynne Davies

Specialist drilling company Technique Drilling Services (TDS) is engaged in a rebuild and repair project, which includes new modifications for a Kemp drilling rig LEVENT 1001 for the Shondoni mine,... 


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Integrated reporting tool to be launched at Indaba
22nd September 2023 By: Nadine Ramdass

Advisory company SSC Advisory will introduce its new integrated reporting tool, which is designed to assist clients in managing their environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance... 


One of the fundamental achievements of BEAMS is its ability to analyse data to detect patterns which could indicate unsafe behaviour
Booyco Beams: Enhancing safety and productivity in mining operations
19th September 2023

Today, modern technology has become an integral part of mining operations, ensuring safety and improving productivity. Booyco Electronics, a leading player in proximity detection solutions, is at... 


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Astron Energy helps grow the aviation industry
14th September 2023

For over ten years, Astron Energy has helped grow South Africa’s aviation industry, supplying Jet A1 fuel that meets and exceeds the highest international standards. 


Russia's largest untapped copper deposit starts concentrate production
Russia's largest untapped copper deposit starts concentrate production
13th September 2023 By: Reuters

Copper concentrate production started at Russia's largest undeveloped copper deposit on Monday following a ceremony overseen by President Vladimir Putin via video link. The long-awaited Udokan... 


James Bay starts trading on ASX
12th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Canada-focused lithium explorer James Bay Minerals has listed on the ASX, following a A$6-million initial public offering (IPO). The Perth-based company is now trading under the ticker JBY. 


Toro raises cash
11th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

ASX-listed Toro Energy will raise A$4.5-million through a share placement to fund extensions to the Lake Maitland scoping study, and prepare a pilot plant programme for the Lake Maitland/Wiluna... 


Australia remains committed to African partnerships
8th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Australia remained committed to building a relationship with Africa, despite the recent abrupt decision by Austrade to close its office in South Africa in lieu of a desk in Nairobi. Speaking on... 


Rubber lined mill circuit pumps handle large particle impacts and are more cost effective and easier to handle.
Keeping mill circuit pumps running: The key to efficient operations
7th September 2023

The requisite levels of support are critical to ensure optimal performance of a mill circuit, as is the correct selection of the mill circuit pump. Attention to both these aspects will facilitate... 


Minbos eyes more opportunities in Angola
5th September 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Junior Minbos Resources is evaluating the production of yellow phosphorous as part of its emerging new energy materials business. Minbos is developing the Cabinda phosphate project in Angola, and... 


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Weighing up renewable energy
1st September 2023

With the South African mining sector facing obstacles in terms of securing reliable and sustainable electricity, a clear view of the opportunities and challenges of integrating renewable energy... 


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Northern Silica project, Australia
1st September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

A scoping study has shown the project’s potential for a valuable long-life operation of significant scale. 


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Master Drilling achieves strong interim performance with increased revenue
29th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Following a solid 2022 performance, JSE-listed Master Drilling achieved another good performance for the six months ended June 30, with revenue up by 12% year-on-year to $108.2-million , CEO Danie... 


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Lynas unveil cost increases at Kalgoorlie
29th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Rare earth miner Lynas has announced a cost-blow out at its Kalgoorlie rare earths processing facility, while falling revenue and inflation pressures have eaten into profits for the year ending... 


Thor Explorations reports good interim revenue, earnings performance
24th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Gold miner Thor Explorations saw good developments across its Segilola gold mine, in Nigeria, and its mineral exploration properties located in Nigeria, Senegal and Burkina Faso for the three and... 


Having an in-country presence allows Sandvik Rock Processing to service customers across Africa
Sandvik Rock Processing Screening Solutions builds on Africa footprint for screen business
24th August 2023

It is a well proven fact that companies succeed where they are closest to their customers, and this is driving Sandvik Rock Processing to leverage the extensive Sandvik footprint across Africa.... 


Luminex reaches mediated agreement with informal miners
22nd August 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Canada-based precious metals explorer Luminex has reached a mediated agreement with informal miners in the Condor North portion of its Condor gold and copper project, in Ecuador. The agreement... 


Operations at Eagle return to normal – Victoria
Operations at Eagle return to normal – Victoria
22nd August 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Operations at the Eagle gold mine, in Yukon, have returned to normal following the lifting of wildfire evacuation orders in the area. Following the second evacuation of Eagle on August 4, due to... 


Local steel industry in prime ‘springboard’ position
18th August 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Despite contributing only a small percentage to global steel production, the South African steel sector supplies critical components to the global economy, says industry body Southern African... 


Lithium hopeful James Bay closes IPO early
16th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Lithium hopeful James Bay Minerals has closed its initial public offering (IPO) early after completing a successful book-build to raise A$6-million. “We are absolutely delighted by the strong... 


Davis’ Vision Blue makes PNG lime investment
Davis’ Vision Blue makes PNG lime investment
14th August 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

Clean energy investment group Vision Blue Resources (VBR) is diversifying with a $40-million investment in Mayur Resources’ Central Lime project, in Papua New Guinea (PNG). The companies entered... 


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Pilbara grows lithium resource at Pilgangoora
7th August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Lithium miner Pilbara Minerals has reported a 109-million tonne increase to its mineral resource estimate following its 2023 drill programme. At the Diggers & Dealers conference, Pilbara announced... 


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Anglo donates CBD building to pioneering institute set on bolstering education, inner city
4th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Diversified miner Anglo American on August 4 announced the handover of its 45 Main street building, in the Johannesburg central business district (CBD), to nonprofit private education institution... 


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Decentralised drive tech specified for US manufacturer
28th July 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

Automation specialist SEW-EURODRIVE has secured an order to supply the latest decentralised drive technology in its Generation C range to automate a new storage and retrieval system being... 


Image of Prieska project headgear
Prieska copper/zinc project, South Africa – update
28th July 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Orion Minerals has taken another key step in its early mining strategy. 


Prieska crown pillar +105 level resource increases ahead of trial mining
25th July 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Diversified metal explorer and developer Orion Minerals on July 25 announced that the company has taken another key step in its early mining strategy at the Prieska copper/zinc project in South... 


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Multotec opens manufacturing plant in Brazil to better serve iron-ore miners
21st July 2023 By: Darren Parker

Multotec has expanded its operation in Brazil with the opening of a manufacturing facility. This enables the company to bring its manufacturing capabilities closer to its customers in the country.... 


Han-Ho consortium advances Qld hydrogen project
14th July 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The consortium partners for the Han-Ho H2 consortium will advance the export-scale green hydrogen project in Queensland, from concept to feasibility, and have signed a heads of agreement to... 


Avalon president Zeeshan Syed and Metso head of hydrometallurgy Mikko Rantaharju.
Avalon signs MoU with Metso to advance Ontario's first lithium processing facility
11th July 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Consistent with its strategy to become a North American vertically integrated lithium producer, Avalon Advanced Materials has  signed a memorandum of understanding to create a strategic partnership... 


Uis mine in Namibia
Andrada pleased with Spodumene Hill drilling results
6th July 2023 By: Darren Parker

London- and Namibia-listed technology metals mining company Andrada Mining has found consistent lithium oxide (Li2O), tantalum and tin mineralisation in the assay results for its inaugural drill... 


The Booyco PDS has become synonymous with ensuring safety on surface mining sites
How Booyco PDS opens door to digital twin technology
3rd July 2023

Long respected for its contribution to mine safety, Proximity Detection System (PDS) specialist Booyco Electronics has highlighted how data can be leveraged to improve safety on mines while making... 


China jumps ahead in rush to secure lithium from Africa
3rd July 2023 By: Bloomberg

China’s early move to tap new centers of lithium supply across Africa is reaping rewards, helping the top electric-vehicle battery producer navigate a tight market for the key metal. Spurred by a... 


Red Lake district’s Trillium undergoes name change, welcomes new leadership
3rd July 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Exploration company  Trillium Gold, which owns mineral properties in the Red Lake mining district of northern Ontario, has appointed Dale Ginn as executive chairperson and Nav Dhaliwal as president... 


An image of a Booyco Electronics PDS system
PDS data evolving beyond original use case
30th June 2023 By: Tracy Hancock

The data captured by original equipment manufacturer Booyco Electronics’ proximity detection systems (PDS) not only helps enhance safety at surface mining operations but can also be used to improve... 


Image of long section of Saint's nickel mineral resource estimates
Saints nickel project, Australia
30th June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

A scoping study has demonstrated potentially strong financial metrics for the project. 


longitudinal section exploration targets at the Kanmantoo project
Kanmantoo underground project – Stage 1, Australia – update
23rd June 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Hillgrove Resources has made a final investment decision on the project. 


Sayona's lithium carbonate ambitions prove up
21st June 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

A preliminary technical study for the potential production of lithium carbonate at the North American Lithium (NAL) operation, in Quebec, has estimated that the project could deliver total earnings... 


Avalon acquires Thunder Bay site for lithium plant
20th June 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

As part of its strategic transformation to become a vertically integrated lithium producer, mineral development company Avalon Advanced Materials has announced the purchase of an industrial site in... 


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Hillgrove goes underground at Kanmantoo
19th June 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

The board of ASX-listed Hillgrove Resources has taken a final investment decision on Stage 1 of the Kanmantoo underground copper mine, in South Australia. First copper concentrate production is... 


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