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MINExpo Promotes Mining Excellence

The National Mining Association (NMA) produced MINExpo INTERNATIONAL 2024 during September. More than 45,000 people traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada, to see the world’s largest mining show, which takes place every four years. With nearly 2,000 suppliers occupying more than 850,000 square feet of exhibit space, the event had a wide offering of innovative products and services. The NMA said the business conducted at the show was unprecedented. “The response this year was beyond what we could have expected with unparalleled networking and dealmaking like we’ve never seen before,” said Rich Nolan, president and CEO, NMA. The reoccurring theme throughout the Central Hall, which housed some of the largest equipment, was electrification for both open-pit and underground mining equipment. Caterpillar debuted its Dynamic Energy Transfer system. Komatsu, Liebherr and Hitachi displayed new electrically powered haul trucks .... read more

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Centerra to Restart Thompson Creek
Centerra Gold published the results from its Thompson Creek feasibility study, including a strategic, integrated business plan for its Molybdenum Business Unit, consisting of a restart of the Thompson Creek mine near Challis, Idaho, and a commercially optimized plan for the Langeloth Metallurgical Facility in Pennsylvania, known collectively .... read more

Ma’aden Buys Alcoa’s Stake in Its Aluminum Business
The Saudi Arabian Mining Co., Ma’aden, and Alcoa Corp., have reached an agreement where Ma’aden will buy Alcoa’s share in both Ma’aden Aluminium Co. (MAC) and Ma’aden Bauxite and Alumina Co. (MBAC) for $150 million in cash and newly issued Ma’aden shares equivalent to 2.21% of the company. Upon completion, Ma’aden will have full ownership and total operational and management control of MAC and MBAC. Ma’aden said the development was a natural step in the growth of the company. “Ma’aden formed our joint venture with .... read more

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Vale Starts Wet Processing at Vargem Grande 1 Project
Vale announces that it has started the commissioning of wet processing operations for the Vargem Grande 1 Project, which will allow the company to resume approximately 15 million metric tons per year (mt/y) of iron ore production at the Vargem Grande .... read more

Construction at Goose Gold Project Remains on Track
B2Gold said it expects to pour first gold at the Goose project in Nunavut, Canada, during Q2 2025. Providing an update on construction activities, the company said all the planned year-todate construction for 2024 has been completed and project construction and development continues to progress on track. The mine should achieve commercial production by Q3 2025. Once in commercial production, the Goose mine is expected to produce gold at a rate of approximately 310,000 oz/y over the first full five years .... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - USA & CANADA

Teck Restructures to Support Metals Growth
Teck Resources Ltd. announced a new business structure to support its shift to a pure-play energy-transition metals company focused on growth. “This new structure will ensure Teck is optimally positioned to operate safely, efficiently and responsibly while capitalizing on profitable growth opportunities and enhancing .... read more

Kinterra Buys Pumpkin Hollow
Nevada Copper has accepted the stalking horse bid of $128 million from Southwest Critical Minerals, an affiliate of Kinterra Capital Corp., a Toronto- based private equity firm. In addition to cash consideration, the asset purchase agreement also includes cure costs for contracts it assumes and an adjustment for the assumption of certain liabilities associated with the Pumpkin Hollow mine and its assets, located near Yerington, Nevada. Under the bidding procedures approved by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, the deadline to submit ....read more

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UTEP to Re-Establish Mining Engineering Program
The University of Texas Board of Regents Chairman Kevin P. Eltife announced a $20 million investment in The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) to reestablish its Mining Engineering Program. UTEP was founded in 1913 as the State School of Mines and Metallurgy. The program is slated to launch in Fall 2027. “UTEP continues to make significant advancements with President Wilson at the helm. Thanks to her leadership and the tremendous trust and confidence we have in her, this strategic investment was an easy .... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Latin America

First Majestic to Acquire Gatos Silver
First Majestic Silver Corp. announced plans to acquire Gatos Silver in an allshare transaction valued at $970 million. Gatos Silver holds a 70% interest in the Los Gatos Joint Venture (LGJV), which owns the Cerro Los Gatos underground silver mine and mill in Chihuahua, Mexico. First Majestic currently operates three silver-gold .... read more

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Golden Minerals Sells El Quevar
Golden Minerals, a Colorado, USAbased company, announced that it has signed an agreement to sell Silex Argentina S.A., its subsidiary in Argentina that owns the El Quevar project, for $3.5 million to Canada’s Butte Energy. Located in the Salta Province of North Western Argentina, El Quevar is an advanced silver exploration project with district-scale potential that spans 56,719 hectares. El Quevar is located 300 km northwest of Salta city via road and also reachable by a 300-km dirt and gravel road from Calama, Chile. The project sits at ... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Australasia

Greatland Buys Telfer and Havieron from Newmont
Newmont Corp. has agreed to sell the Telfer operation, Newmont’s 70% interest in the Havieron gold-copper project, and other related interests in Western Australia to Greatland Gold plc. The transaction, valued at $475 million, is expected to close in Q4 2024, subject to certain …. read more

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Dartbrook Enters Commissioning Phase
Australian Pacific Coal Ltd. has successfully restarted the Dartbrook mine, located in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, Australia. The operation was placed on care and maintenance in 2006. The Dartbrook Joint Venture (JV) restarted the mine and brought raw coal to surface on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, using a newly installed 4-km conveyor system. The conveyor system is designed to transport raw coal mined underground from the Kayuga seam to surface, via the Hunter Tunnel, where it will be processed at the coal handling …. read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Africa

Feasibility Study on Lumwana Super Pit Expansion Expected by Year-end
Barrick Gold said the feasibility study for the expansion of its Lumwana mine in Zambia, billed as the Lumwana Super Pit, is expected to be completed by the end of the year, paving the way for construction to start in 2025. Barrick President and CEO Mark Bristow said …. read more

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Ivanhoe to Explore Zambia
Ivanhoe Mines signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development allowing Ivanhoe to begin exploration activities in the country. The signing ceremony was attended by the Minister of the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, Hon. Paul Kabuswe, MP, and Permanent Secretary Dr. Hapenga Kabeta, as well as members of Ivanhoe Mines’ senior management team. The MOU outlines how Ivanhoe Mines intends to co-develop prospective projects together in partnership with .... read more

AROUND THE WORLD - Europe

Boliden Delays Odda Ramp Up
During the past three years, Boliden has carried out a series of investments at the Odda zinc smelter with the aim of increasing the annual production volume from 200,000 to 350,000 metric tons (mt). The company recently reported that several of these investments are now largely completed, but .... read more

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Norge Completes PFS on Eigersund Project in Norway
Norge Mining, an Anglo-Norwegian mineral exploration company, recently completed a prefeasibility study (PFS) for the Eigersund project in southwest Norway. The PFS evaluated a greenfield mining project to extract ore from the first of the three zones, which represents only 5% of the entire exploration area. The mine would produce critical minerals, including phosphate, titanium, vanadium and ferro magnetite, which would qualify it to be fast tracked by the Norwegian government “The confirmation of Norge Mining’s business case is a .... read more

FEATURE - Conveyor Engineering

Keeping Mining Conveyors Safe, Speedy and Sustainable
New products, features and guidance from leading conveying experts.

By Carly Leonida, European Editor

Conveyors are mission-critical pieces of equipment at almost every mine site worldwide. Run 24-7 in harsh conditions, only the strongest, safest and most reliable components will do, and the design, operation and maintenance of these heavy-duty workhorses has become something of an art. 2024 has seen suppliers introduce a number of improved and updated designs, along with new thought leadership on optimal operation and maintenance of mine conveyors. The following article outlines some key advancements .... read more

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FEATURE - Flotation

Coarse Float Solution Demand Drives Innovation
Other new solutions offer efficiency, sustainability improvements

By Jesse Morton, Technical Writer

Trending demand for coarse particle float solutions is driving innovation in the flotation space. The latest solutions from the biggest suppliers also speak to the need for improved efficiency and sustainability. Those suppliers say they are eager to partner with miners to customize solutions to site and orebody specifications .... read more

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FEATURE - Nordic Market 2024

Bringing the World’s First Battery-electric Trolley Haulage System to Life
We visited Boliden’s Kristineberg mine in Sweden to see its new battery-electric trolley test track in action, and learn about the collaboration behind the breakthrough innovation.

By Carly Leonida, European Editor

In April 2024, Boliden, Epiroc and ABB announced that they had successfully deployed the world’s first fully battery- electric, trolley truck system on an 800-m long underground test track with a 13% incline at Boliden’s Kristineberg operation in Sweden. The project was supported by funding from the Swedish innovation agency Vinnova Sustainable industry and will contribute to Boliden’s vision to become the most climate friendly metals provider in the world. E&MJ joined the three partners in August for a tour of the test facility and to gain more insight into the project. “We are united in our commitment to sustainability,” Jérôme Cloué, vice president of electrification at Epiroc, said of the trio: “Our collaboration is essential .... read more

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FEATURE - Collision Avoidance

Advancements in Collision Avoidance Systems
Improvements with detection provide operators with better situational awareness

By Steve Fiscor, Editor-in-Chief

Open-pit mines operate the largest rolling stock on the planet. When an ultra-class haul truck collides with another vehicle or a structure, the results can be catastrophic. At a minimum, there is the cost to repair the damage, and the downtime associated with the incident. In a worstcase scenario, someone loses their life. Fortunately, several collision avoidance systems (CAS) have been developed that allow equipment operators to detect objects and people in their blind spots. Some of these systems are so sophisticated that they can identify whether it’s a person, an object or another piece of equipment .... read more

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Video Presentations

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SUPPLIERS REPORTS & EQUIPMENT GALLERY

Epiroc Launches New PowerROC T35 Drill Rig
Epiroc has introduced the new generation PowerROC T35 surface drill rig, explaining it offers significant advancements in fuel efficiency and operational speed. Designed to benefit quarries and construction operations globally, the updated rig consumes up to 40% less fuel compared to its predecessor, due to its Auto engine speed control feature. This technology .... read more

Volvo CE Reports Resilient Q3 2024 Performance Amid Market Slowdown
In their recent Q3 Financial Report, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) stated that they have maintained solid margins, despite a challenging market environment marked by lower volumes in Europe and North America. Net sales for the quarter fell 23% year-on-year to SEK 18,809 M, reflecting a weaker demand compared to the exceptionally ....read more

Brokk Vacuum Excavation System Improves Mining Safety and Efficiency
The Brokk Vacuum Excavation System is helping mining operations improve safety and reduce downtime by allowing precise cleaning under moving conveyors. Used in Chile's copper mines, where conveyor systems are critical, the system minimizes material build-up and the risk of costly shutdowns, ensuring uninterrupted production while protecting infrastructure .... read more

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Michelin Launches Energy-Efficient XDR 4 SPEED ENERGY™ Tire
Michelin has introduced the XDR 4 SPEED ENERGY™ tire, described as the mining industry’s first energy-efficient tire, aimed at reducing fuel consumption and lowering CO2 emissions. According to the company, the tire features an optimized, more flexible tread and a new energy-saving rubber compound, delivering up to 3.6% better fuel ....read more

ABB Mine Hoists to Boost Copper Production at Eti Bakır’s New Mine
ABB will deliver two mine hoists to Eti Bakır A.Ş., Türkiye's largest copper producer, as part of its new underground mine development in the Maden district of Elaziğ. The equipment, including both a production and an auxiliary hoist, is set to improve copper extraction efficiency, boost safety, and increase production by nearly 30%, with copper output expected to reach 90,000 tons annually .... read more

Micromine Pitram Drives Productivity Gains at Çayeli Bakir İşletmeleri
Çayeli Bakir İşletmeleri, a leading copper and zinc mine in Türkiye, has reported an 18% productivity increase and doubled its target-hitting activities since implementing Micromine’s Pitram system. The integration of Pitram’s fleet management and mine control solution has enhanced the mine’s operations by providing real-time insights .... read more

Orica Introduces Next Gen SHOTPlus™ for Drill and Blast Modelling
Orica Digital Solutions launched Next Gen SHOTPlus™, an updated version of its drill and blast design software, at MINExpo Las Vegas. This new platform offers enhanced modelling capabilities, allowing drill and blast professionals to assess engineering decisions in near real-time. SHOTPlus™ has been used for over 35 years in mining, quarrying, and construction .…. read more

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Sandvik Introduces Intelligent Drill for Narrow Vein Mining
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions has launched the Sandvik DD212i, an advanced narrow vein underground drill designed for increased productivity and efficiency. This single-boom jumbo, part of Sandvik’s i-series, features an updated design with enhanced intelligence, precise electronic positioning and improved hole measurements. Its compact ....read more

CONFERENCES & EXHIBITIONS

OCTOBER 29-31, 2024: International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC), Sydney, Australia.
Contact: Web: https://imarcglobal.com

DECEMBER 3-6, 2024: The annual conference for the American Exploration & Mining Association (AEMA), Nugget Hotel & Casino, Reno, Nevada, USA.
Contact: Web: https://www.miningamerica.org

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

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

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

WHO'S MOVING WHERE

Gordon Bogden has joined VerAI Discoveries as board chair. Bogden was the past chair of the Canada Mining Innovation Council (CMIC). As an investment banker, he was the Vice Chairman of Mining & Metals for Standard Chartered Bank. VerAI is an AI-powered mineral discovery business.

Eriez named Todd Loudin as vice president of global sales. He most recently held a senior executive position at Valmet, a global leader in flow control solutions, where he significantly expanded market share and strengthened customer relationships.

Yoshinori “Yoshi” Furuno has assumed the role of interim CEO for Wenco International Mining Systems as the company searches for a new CEO. He previously served as COO. He replaces Andrew Pyne, who resigned as president and CEO.

Nouveau Monde Graphite added Stéphane Leblanc to its board. Leblanc was previously serving as managing director for Rio Tinto Iron & Titanium with operational, commercial and marketing responsibility for the division. Prior to this assignment, he was the managing director for Kennecott Utah Copper, as well as Kennecott’s COO.

Kati ter Horst has been named president and CEO of Outokumpu. She has resigned as member and vice chairman of the Outokumpu board.

i-80 Gold Corp. named Richard Young as its new CEO and a director, succeeding Ewan Downie following his retirement as CEO. Young previously held operational positions in Nevada with Barrick Gold at its Goldstrike mine. He was a founder and served as CEO of Teranga Gold Corp., playing a key role in its transformation from a single asset producer into a successful low-cost, mid-tier gold producer that was ultimately acquired by Endeavour Mining in 2021 for more than $1.8 billion.

Sophie Bergeron has joined the New Gold board. Bergeron is currently the managing director, diamonds, for Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium and Diamonds.

The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) presented the Brigadier Stokes Award to Bernard Swanepoel, a distinguished leader in the mining industry, for his outstanding contributions to the field of mining. The Stokes Award honors one of South Africa’s most respected mining pioneers, and it recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the mining industry through their leadership, innovation, and dedication.

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