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AEMA Hosts 130th Annual Meeting in Reno

More than 1,900 mining professionals gathered for the 130th annual conference of the American Exploration & Mining Association (AEMA) in Reno, Nevada, USA, during early December. The mood was upbeat. The outcome of the recent U.S. election will likely encourage more domestic mining investment. The industry is making gains as far as permitting reform, and the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hard Rock Mines Act was heading to U.S. President Joe Biden’s desk for a signature.
Outgoing AEMA President Carolyn McIntosh, who is also a partner with Squire Patton Boggs, discussed the association’s 2024 achievements, which included 10 visits to Washington, D.C., to meet with policy makers, the launch of the #IamMining campaign, and ongoing efforts with mining-related litigation and permitting reform .... read more

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Newmont Sells Three Gold Mines
Newmont Corp. sold its Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V) gold mine in Colorado to SSR Mining for $275 million. The company also sold its Éléonore operation in northern Quebec to Dhilmar Ltd. for $795 million. It also sold its Musselwhite gold mine in Ontario to Orla Mining Ltd .... read more

Teck Outlines Copper Growth Strategy
Teck Resources recently presented a strategy to grow copper production to 800,000 metric tons per year (mt/y) before the end of the decade. “Teck is uniquely positioned in our industry, with the ability to deliver transformative near-term copper growth,” said Jonathan Price, president and CEO, Teck Resources. “We are executing on a disciplined strategy to grow copper production by advancing our portfolio of lower capital intensity, high-returning projects in stable jurisdictions.” Teck plans to invest $3.2 to $3.9 billion .... read more

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Vale Launches a Tailings-free Iron Ore Mine
Vale has started the commissioning of the Capanema Maximization Project, near Itabirito in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The site is part of Vale’s Operational Complex in Mariana and is expected to increase iron ore production by approximately 15 million metric tons per year (mt/y). The operation will use dry processing, which avoids .... read more

Armada Acquires Midwest
Armada Metals Ltd. completed its acquisition of Midwest Lithium Ltd. in an all-share transaction valued at $2.3 million. Both companies are Australian-held juniors. Midwest holds various hard rock lithium projects in the USA, including the right to acquire a 100% interest in 1,098 unpatented lode mining claims covering approximately 93 km2 in the Black Hills of South Dakota, USA. Several companies actively exploring in the Black Hills region, including Iris Metals, Patriot Lithium and United Lithium. Midwest was, a first mover in the region .... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - USA & CANADA

Ascot Finds Funds to Restart Development
Ascot Resources Ltd., which suspended gold mining and processing operations in British Columbia, Canada, has closed on senior secured debt financing, including approximately $7.5 million from Sprott Private Resource Streaming and Royalty. In addition, the company’s secured creditors, including Sprott Streaming .... read more

Suncor Energy Reports Best Third Quarter Ever
In its Q3 2024 earnings reports, Canadian oilsands operator Suncor Energy reported several records, including its highest ever refining throughput of 488,000 barrels per day (bbls/d); record refined product sales of 612,000 bbls/d; and upstream production of 829,000 bbls/d with 99% upgrader utilization, which in total equated to the best third quarter ever. “Whereas Q2 2024 was about executing major planned maintenance activities and building momentum, Q3 2024 was about performing and delivering on commitments ....read more

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Florida Canyon is Now an Integra Subsidiary
Integra Resources Corp. reported that the business combination between it and Florida Canyon Gold, Inc. (FCG) was recently completed. The transaction was overwhelmingly approved by shareholders of FCG at a special meeting held on October 25, 2024. “The Florida Canyon mine will play a crucial role in realizing our long-term vision of becoming a leading mid-tier precious metals producer,” said Jason Kosec, president, CEO and director of Integra. “Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for Integra as a Great Basin focused precious .... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Latin America

Pacheco: October Was Codelco’s Best Month
During October, the Corporacion Nacional del Cobre de Chile (Codelco), the world’s second largest copper producer, exceeded its monthly production target. “Codelco is deeply committed to recovering its production levels,” said Máximo Pacheco, chairman of the board for Codelco, during his presentation as a keynote speaker at a seminar that seeks to promote .... read more

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BHP Prepares Multibillion Dollar Investment Plan in Chile
BHP presented a plan for Chile that includes projects at the Escondida mine, Pampa Norte and the development of proprietary technologies to maximize copper production at its sites. This is the largest investment made by BHP in Chile since 1990. Much of the budget (78%) will be allocated to Escondida, the largest copper mine in the world. The project list includes a new concentrator for Los Colorados, with an estimated capital expenditure of between $4.4 to $5.9 billion, and a capacity to produce 260,000 metric tons per year ... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Australasia

Northern Star to Acquire De Grey and the Hemi Project
Northern Star Resources Ltd. announced plans to acquire De Grey Mining Ltd. and its flagship project, Hemi, a low-cost, long-life and large-scale gold development project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The Hemi Project is one of the largest undeveloped gold projects in a mining-friendly jurisdiction. The transaction, if approved, would add …. read more

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Rio Tinto and Sumitomo to Partner on Winu
Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Metal Mining (SMM) signed a term sheet for a joint venture to deliver the Winu copper-gold project, located in the Great Sandy Desert region of Western Australia. Under the agreement, which includes exclusivity obligations to work toward a binding definitive agreement, Rio Tinto will continue to develop and operate Winu as managing partner, and SMM will pay Rio Tinto $399 million for a 30% equity share of the project. This includes $195 million upfront and $204 million in deferred considerations …. read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Africa

Lucara Reports Significant Progress on Shaft Sinking Operations
Lucara Diamond Corp. provided an update on the underground expansion project (UGP) at its Karowe diamond mine in Botswana. The company said significant progress was made in shaft sinking and the lateral development connecting the production and ventilation shafts, with the critical path …. read more

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Mali Resorts to Extortion
During November, Resolute Mining, which operates the Syama gold mine in Mali, paid the Malian government $160 million to release three executives. Shortly afterwards, the Malian government charged and detained four Barrick Gold employees. The Resolute executives were in Bamako to hold discussions with the mining and tax authorities regarding general activities related to Resolute’s in-country business practices, and to progress open claims made against Resolute, which the company maintains are unsubstantiated .... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Coal

Peabody to Acquire Anglo’s Met Assets
Peabody announced that it agreed to acquire Anglo American’s coal assets for $2.32 billion in cash. The deal will meaningfully accelerate the company’s transition to a global coal portfolio of seaborne metallurgical coal. The transaction is expected to close mid-2025, subject to customary closing conditions. In total, Anglo will receive $2.78 billion for its remaining Australian .... read more

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Texas AG Sues Investment Firms for Manipulating Energy Markets
Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton sued BlackRock, State Street Corp., and Vanguard Group, three of the largest institutional investors, for conspiring to artificially constrict the market for coal through anticompetitive trade practices. Over several years, the three asset managers acquired substantial stockholdings in every significant publicly held coal producer in the USA, thereby gaining the power to control the policies of the coal companies. Using their combined influence over the coal market, the investment cartel collectively announced .... read more

FEATURE - Autonomous Mining

Mining’s Autonomous Ambitions
Uptake of autonomous mining technologies continues to grow. We review the key developments and announcements.

By Carly Leonida, European Editor

The popularity of autonomous mining solutions continues to grow as open-pit operations across the globe look to leverage the productivity increases, safety and maintenance benefits and lower operating costs that these systems can offer. As of July 2024, GlobalData’s Mining Intelligence Center was tracking 2,080 autonomous haul trucks at surface mines worldwide, including those that are autonomous- ready as well as those running autonomously. The largest population of autonomous trucks is currently in Australia with 927, followed by China, Canada and Chile. BHP accounts for the largest number of autonomous trucks, followed by Rio Tinto, Yankuang Energy Group and Fortescue. Interest in autonomous solutions .... read more

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FEATURE - Tunnelling Machines

The Promise and Reality of TBMs
Mechanized boring solutions and TBMs theoretically could solve big challenges for deepening mines. And suppliers say they will.

By Jesse Morton, Technical Writer

Ideally, mechanized tunneling and boring solutions can solve some of the challenges that might otherwise limit mine expansion. Shafts and holes of various sizes for infrastructure installation, ventilation, material handling, water management, and more, could theoretically be bored economically with existing boring solutions and tunnel boring machines (TBMs). For example, a TBM can bore a relatively straight and sizeable access tunnel in an area that contraindicates blasting. And newer TBM designs can handle comparatively sharper turns, denser rock, and tight deadlines. Still, while the TBM star should be rising .... read more

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FEATURE - Copper Processing

Transforming Copper’s Processing Paradigm
We look at innovations in copper extraction and ask a group of industry experts, what’s next?

By Carly Leonida, European Editor

Copper, and its future accessibility, availability and usability, are fundamental to the future of society and of the planet that we live on. Used in wiring, cables, motors, batteries and electrical components, copper is a critical part of electrical technologies, including those used in combustion fuelled and electric powered vehicles, power transmission, transport and communications infrastructure, and renewable energy technologies, to name a few applications. It’s widely understood that the global shift towards electrification will necessitate a huge increase in demand for the metal; S&P Global predicts that demand for copper will double by 2035, opening up a supply gap from 2025 that .... read more

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FEATURE - Lubricant and Fuel Systems

Custom Fuel and Lubrication
Systems Keep Heavy Equipment Operating

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On-site support is vital for the large equipment operating at today’s open-pit mining operations. Whether it’s delivering fuel in a timely fashion or routine maintenance (or unscheduled maintenance), service trucks play an important role in this area. The original equipment manufacturers (OEMS) that design and build these systems continue to make improvements. Stellar Industries is a leader in this area. In a recent blog post, the company discussed how the need for dependable onsite support has surged to unprecedented levels, saying that robust and adaptable mechanic and service trucks have emerged as indispensable assets for many mining operations. Mechanic trucks play a crucial role in maintaining haul trucks, hydraulic shovels, drills, graders, dozers, crushers and feeders. All these machines encounter significant wear in day-to-day operations .... read more

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SUPPLIERS REPORTS & EQUIPMENT GALLERY

Metso Expands Arizona Facilities to Enhance Mining Customer Support
Metso has begun the expansion of its service center and construction of a new training facility in Mesa, Arizona, with completion expected by the fourth quarter of 2025. The EUR 14 million investment will increase the service center’s repair capacity by nearly 60%, enabling OEM-quality support for a broad range of mining .... read more

Dyno Nobel Introduces DigiShot® XR Series for Shock-Resistant Blasting
Dyno Nobel has announced the launch of the DigiShot® XR series, a new line of electronic detonators designed for use in extreme shock environments. The series, which includes DigiShot XR, DigiShot Plus XR, and DigiShot Plus XRS, incorporates features such as stress-relief design, component placement, and material selection to address ....read more

Orica and Kapeks Partner to Bring Advanced Technologies to Turkey’s Mining Sector
Orica Digital Solutions and KAPEKS have signed a collaboration agreement to deploy advanced digital technologies across Turkey’s mining industry. The partnership aims to enhance productivity, safety, and sustainability by integrating innovative solutions that optimise resource extraction, reduce emissions, and improve operational efficiency .... read more

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Magna MA01 Tyre Engineered for Mining Reliability
Magna Tyres has announced the MA01, a tyre developed to meet the rigorous demands of mining and earthmoving applications. Designed with durability and stability in mind, the MA01 is available in three sizes—17.5R25, 20.5R25, and 23.5R25—featuring radial construction to enhance ride quality, minimize vibrations, and support productivity ....read more

ABB to Deliver High-Capacity Mine Hoists for BHP Jansen Potash Project
ABB has been selected by BHP to deliver, install and commission hoisting systems for the Jansen Potash Project in Canada, including the world’s largest production capacity friction hoist. Capable of transporting 75 metric tons at speeds of up to 18.3 meters per second, the hoist is powered by dual 7,700kW motors and supported by .... read more

Granite Opens New Aggregate Plant in Utah with CDE Technology
Granite has launched a new state-of-the-art aggregate processing plant near Salt Lake City, Utah, designed to meet growing demand for high-quality materials in the region. The facility, powered by CDE wet processing technology, includes advanced systems such as the AggMax™ and AquaCycle™, enabling efficient production of washed concrete sand and rock .... read more

Savox Showcases Safe and Secure Communication Solutions at PMRExpo 2024
Savox presented its latest communication technologies and updates at PMRExpo 2024, in Cologne. The event featured a range of solutions, including communication controllers, mission-critical broadband products, hearing protection headsets and wireless team communication systems. The company highlighted advancements in audio clarity .…. read more

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MDS Introduces M300 Scalping Screen
MDS® has launched the M300, a heavy-duty scalping screen developed to handle demanding applications. This marks a shift for MDS, which has traditionally focused on heavy-duty trommels. The M300 is designed with a double-deck vibrating grid, offering features aimed at improving operational ....read more

CONFERENCES & EXHIBITIONS

FEBRUARY 3-6, 2025: Mining Indaba, Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town, South Africa.
Contact: Web: https://www.miningindaba.com

FEBRUARY 23-26, 2025: MINEXCHANGE. The annual meeting of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME), Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado, USA.
Contact: Web: https:// www.smenet.org

MARCH 2-5, 2025: PDAC. The annual conference of the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, Canada.
Contact: Web: https:// www.pdac.ca

APRIL 6-9, 2025: Haulage and Loading, Tucson, Arizona, USA.
Contact: Web: https://www.haulageandloading.com/

APRIL 22-25, 2025: EXPOMIN, Espacio Riesco, Santiago, Chile.
Contact: Web: https://expomin.cl/en

JUNE 3-5 2025: US Coal Show - Longwall Edition, Pittsburgh, PA. USA
Contact: Web: https://www.uscoalshow.com

WHO'S MOVING WHERE

Hecla Mining Co. appointed Rob Krcmarov as the company’s new president and CEO. A geologist and mining executive, he has more than three decades of industry expertise. Prior to joining Hecla, Krcmarov served for 13 years as an executive with Barrick Gold Corp., most recently as executive vice president of exploration and growth.

Intrepid Potash has appointed Kevin Crutchfield as CEO and board director. He most recently served as CEO of Compass Minerals.

Chris Reinbold, president, mining products business line for FLSmidth, has stepped down from his role and he left the company at the end of November.

The German Engineering Federation’s Mining Division, VDMA Mining & Minerals, held its annual meeting at Zollverein in Essen, Germany, during November. Dr. Michael Schulte Strathaus, who had served as chairman of the trade association’s executive board for 10 years, passed the baton to Dr. Marcus Wirtz, CEO of Joest, a company that manufacturers screening machines.

Braden Lusk is now the chief technical and marketing officer for Dyno Nobel.

Erik Hopperton was named president and CEO of Paus North America Inc.

Hexagon AB has appointed Norbert Hanke as interim president and CEO. He replaces Paolo Guglielmini. Hanke joined Hexagon in 2001, most recently serving as Hexagon’s COO.

Hanré Rossouw is now president and CEO of NextSource Materials Inc. His tenure begins in Madagascar, where the Molo graphite mine recently shipped its first commercial consignment of SuperFlake graphite concentrate.

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