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Caterpillar introduces new dozer 1 Equipment & Technology International New Mining Projects 

Caterpillar introduces new dozer

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The new Cat® D9 GC Dozer is built for efficient owning and operating costs while delivering reliable performance and straightforward operation and maintenance. Sharing the same frame as the Cat D9 Dozer, the new Cat D9 GC has increased durability. The frame, powertrain and major components are designed to be rebuilt to give the dozer a cost-effective second life with like-new performance. Application-specific configurations and multiple blade attachments deliver efficient dozing performance in a range of mining, construction and industrial applications such as production dozing, ripping overburden, site maintenance, fleet support,… Read More Here
Central Bank publishes certified 2019 financial statements with positive result of $ 7.1 million- DRC 2 Economy Mining in DRC 

Central Bank publishes certified 2019 financial statements with positive result of $ 7.1 million- DRC

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Audit firm Deloitte Services SARL certifies the financial statements for the 2019 financial year of the Central bank. The summary analysis of the annual accounts for the 2019 financial year shows that the balance sheet total stood at CDF 6,094,158 million against CDF 4,451,962 million at the end of December 2018, i.e. an increase of CDF 1,642,196 million. And so, at the end of the 2019 financial year, the operating result of the Central Bank closed with a positive result of CDF 11,841 million (7.189 million USD at the average… Read More Here
COVID-19 and the new normal put the spotlight on digitisation 3 Covid-19 International Mining technology 

COVID-19 and the new normal put the spotlight on digitisation

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The COVID-19 pandemic means less people in the mining area, working to achieve the same output; this makes digitalisation no longer a nice-to-have but a vital efficiency mechanism for survival. This is according to Niel McCoy, business line manager for automation and digitalisation at Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology, who explains the challenge is that digital strategies often fail due to lack of a vision. “Most mining companies have for years been working to digitalise their operations, but the difficulty is to know exactly what this process is meant to… Read More Here
Be Metals Mining in Zambia New Mining Projects 

BeMetals Commences Exploration Program at the Pangeni Copper Project

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BeMetals Corp. (TSXV: BMET, OTCQB: BMTLF, Frankfurt: 1OI.F) ( “BeMetals”) is pleased to announce commencement of the fully funded exploration program at the Pangeni Copper Project (Pangeni” or the “Project”), located in the western extension of the Central African Copperbelt in Zambia. The primary objective for this year’s campaign is to extend the copper mineralization discovered at two high-priority targets during the 2019 exploration program, and potentially vector into higher grade areas.  John Wilton, President and CEO of BeMetals stated, “We are pleased to have started a follow up phase… Read More Here
Electric trucks Equipment & Technology International 

Electric-powered earthmoving trucks: A revolution has begun

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There is a global mandate for all industrial businesses to reduce their carbon footprint – and in coming years this requisite will become government instituted policy. There are many areas across a mine site that offer the potential to improve their environmental impact, and with the rapid onset of technology, this now includes electric powered heavy-duty trucks, IDEANOMICS head of communications and investor relations TONY SKLAR tells the media. Nasdaq-listed Ideanomics is a global company focused on facilitating the adoption of commercial electric vehicles and developing next generation financial services and Fintech products. Its… Read More Here
What defines the future of mining? 4 International 

What defines the future of mining?

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What defines the mining sector’s future? Is it the ability to adapt to new environments and market demands? Or is the foresight to invest in new power alternatives and renewable solutions that can change the market and drive growth? The answer is simple – both. Mining has been under immense pressure over the past few years, particularly during the 2020 lockdown. The restrictions on movement, distance, and access have significantly hit bottom lines and growth forecasts and this impact will likely be felt for some time to come. It’s a… Read More Here
Clariant Mining Solutions finds a safer and more efficient solution to Xanthates 5 Exploration 

Clariant Mining Solutions finds a safer and more efficient solution to Xanthates

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Africa is home to many natural resources which makes it essential that we mine and process these effectively. Due to the hazardous classification of xanthate collectors and difficulties with storage, handling and disposal, mining companies have been facing increasingly difficult xanthate logistics challenges. Clariant technician in the lab operating equipment used in flotation for extraction of minerals Clariant technician in the lab operating equipment used in flotation for extraction of minerals. Clariant, an innovative speciality chemicals company is responding to these challenges by rolling out speciality solutions in copper, platinum… Read More Here
Bobcat launches R Series B730 backhoe loader for the Middle East and Africa 6 Innovation Mining technology 

Bobcat launches R Series B730 backhoe loader for the Middle East and Africa

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Gul Nalcaci, product manager for Bobcat backhoe loaders, says: “The R-Series B730 backhoe loader is the result of a great interpretation to meet the needs of our customers and is enriched with numerous new features. The new design is powerful and intuitive, injected with our iconic Bobcat DNA in heavy duty forms adding a huge strength to the product. It now offers a completely flexible solution for any job site with an unbeatable combination of power, drive and control options. Smartly designed with an all new cab with convenience features… Read More Here
Kamoa-Kakula sets new underground development record with 2,069 meters 7 Mining in DRC New Mining Projects 

Kamoa-Kakula sets new underground development record with 2,069 meters

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Ivanhoe Mines Co-Chairs Robert Friedland and Yufeng “Miles” Sun announced on October 1 that underground development at the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Project totaled 2,069 meters in September, setting a new monthly record for the project and driving development. underground total more than 22.6 kilometers – about 7.0 kilometers, or 44% ahead of schedule, a company statement reported. The monthly project total of 2,069 meters of underground development includes 1,696 meters at the Kakula mine and 373 meters at the Kansoko mine, which is located at the Kamoa deposit – about 10… Read More Here
US takes stake in battery-metals firm to wean itself off China 8 Battery Metals International 

US takes stake in battery-metals firm to wean itself off China

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The US government has taken an equity stake in a battery-metals company in a move that undercuts dependence on China for a key material used in electric vehicles. TechMet received a $25-million investment from the US International Development Finance Corporation to help develop a Brazilian nickel and cobalt mine, the Dublin-based company said Monday in a statement. Cobalt is an important ingredient in cathodes of most electric-vehicle batteries and its refining capacity is largely under China’s control. “Investments in critical materials for advanced technology support development and advance US foreign… Read More Here

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