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Internet of Things Playing Leading Role in Mining

The Internet of Things (IoT) has the potential to dramatically reduce the impact of mining operations on the environment, according to new research from Inmarsat (ISAT.L), which found that...

Energy and Mining Strong Rebound 2017

Australia’s Energy and Mining M&A saw a strong rebound in 2017. In the first three quarters, Australia’s energy M&A has recorded a value of US$17.9bn, 6 times up compared to the same period...

RESOURCE SUPPLIERS CALL FOR FAIRER TERMS

Seven regional Queensland industry groups and economic development bodies have requested major mining houses review their payment terms for suppliers.  In letters sent to the heads of five major...

Nova mine officially opens supporting 400 jobs

Mines and Petroleum Minister Bill Johnston has officially opened Independence Group’s Nova nickel-copper-cobalt mine in the Fraser Range province. About 200 delegates, staff and media were...

AIMEX boosts business for the METS sector

Australia’s most extensive mining exhibition – Asia-Pacific’s International Mining Exhibition (AIMEX) has energised the next era of mining professionals, with early reports recording more than...

Reopening of Pilbara mine

The McGowan Government has welcomed Chinese company Ningxia Tianyuan Manganese Industry’s (TMI) decision to restart the Woodie Woodie mine in the Pilbara. TMI will invest $30 million to bring...

First trial of driverless dozers in Australia

An Australian first production trial aiming to increase mine efficiency and worker safety and longevity will kick off in Queensland next month thanks to a unique partnership between Wolff Group...

Solar Power Upsurge as Energy Costs Increase

While households have led the way with the use of solar energy, commercial, industrial and resource sectors are now installing solar panels at record rates. Energy expert Dominic Da Cruz said the key...

Stocks 2017 – Mining at the top

Investors are showing a liking for growing numbers of mining stocks listing on the Australian stock market and there are high hopes for medical marijuana plays too, a new report shows. Ten of the 26...

Newmont ranked as world mining industry leader

Newmont Mining Corporation has been ranked by the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index as the mining industry’s leader in overall sustainability, marking the ninth consecutive year the company has...