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ERG Deploys Autonomous Trucks, AI Technology at Kazakhstan Operations in Push Toward Mining Innovation

April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 Constance0 comment

Global metals and mining company Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) is implementing AI technologies at its operations in Kazakhstan, including autonomous dump trucks and an advanced Manufacturing Execution System, as part of its continuing digital transformation. The company is the first in Kazakhstan to deploy driverless vehicles for mining operations. By adopting autonomous technologies, ERG aims to reshape mining industry dynamics in Central Asia and contribute to mining’s next chapter through cutting-edge innovations. ERG’s autonomous dump trucks at its Vostochny open-pit coal mine have already transported over two million tonnes of… Read More Here

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GreenIron to deploy ABB technology for greater circularity in metals and mining industries

February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Constance

ABB has been selected by GreenIron, an innovative Swedish company working in the mining and metals industries with its patented materials reduction technology, to provide automation and control system solutions for a first commercial facility in Sandviken, Sweden. GreenIron’s hydrogen-based reduction technology will be industrialized for fossil-free and energy-efficient production of metals, producing fossil-free sponge iron that can then be used in industries such as steelmaking. A single furnace is expected to reduce carbon emissions by around 56,000 tonnes per year compared to traditional coal-based methods, with the only residual… Read More Here

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Ivanhoe Electric and BHP Launch First Survey in Arizona Under Exploration Alliance

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 Constance

Ivanhoe Electric (NYSE American: IE, TSX: IE) has launched its inaugural geophysical survey using the advanced Typhoon data acquisition system as part of a copper exploration alliance with global mining giant BHP (ASX, NYSE: BHP). The partnership, established in May 2024, aims to uncover hidden mineral deposits across the southwestern United States. The exploration focuses on six areas of interest in Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah, spanning approximately 3,655 km². BHP has committed $15 million in funding over a three-year period, while Ivanhoe Electric will serve as the operator, deploying… Read More Here

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New Maptek platform for automation and orchestration for strategic decision making

November 13, 2024November 13, 2024 Constance

On the back of successful demonstrations at MINExpo International in Las Vegas in September, Maptek is excited to announce that its Maptek Vestrex ecosystem for automation and orchestration is open for early access customers. Vestrex creates extraordinary value by making connections between diverse data sources without constraints of product, application, process or format. Data in the cloud encourages stakeholders across mining roles, teams and organisations to collaborate and explore new use cases for their technical data beyond traditional applications. Automation streamlines operations through real-time data and process integration, and accelerates… Read More Here

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BME releases Innovex™ 300D emulsion to deal with dynamic water

September 19, 2024September 19, 2024 Constance

In line with its continuous innovation of blasting solutions, BME has developed Innovex™ 300D – a high-strength bulk emulsion explosive for challenging surface mining conditions including dynamic water. According to Dr Rakhi Pathak, BME’s Global Manager – Strategic Partnerships, dynamic water is a common issue for surface mines, and leads to various operational and environmental challenges. “When there is excessive water flow in and around blast holes, emulsion ‘run-off’ often occurs due to cracks or fissures in fractured geology,” Dr Pathak explained. “This is particularly problematic in conditions such as… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Technology & Innovation

Zambian Technology Minister Urges Entrepreneurs to Embrace Cutting-Edge Marketing Technologies

June 6, 2024June 6, 2024 Constance

The Technology and Science Minister of Zambia, Hon. Felix Mutati, has emphasized the critical importance of integrating the latest technologies into marketing strategies for Zambian entrepreneurs. In an effort to enhance business effectiveness, Minister Mutati urged entrepreneurs to leverage cutting-edge technologies from China, particularly in network marketing. During the official launch of Angelo HZS International’s operations in Zambia, held in Lusaka over the weekend, Minister Mutati commended the Chinese company’s commitment to sharing its technological advancements with the Zambian business community. He highlighted the significance of staying abreast of modern… Read More Here

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Zambia Finalizes AI Strategy to Boost National Development

May 30, 2024May 30, 2024 Constance

The Zambian government has completed drafting a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategy, poised to harness the latest technological advancements for national development. Technology and Science Minister, Hon. Felix Mutati, announced that the AI strategy is set to be launched within the next two months. Speaking at a side event during the Copperbelt Agricultural Mining Industrial Networking Enterprise (CAMINEX) in Kitwe, Mr. Mutati underscored AI’s potential to help Zambia achieve its goal of producing three million tonnes of copper annually. He emphasized that AI would significantly enhance exploration efforts and bring… Read More Here

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President Hichilema’s Copperbelt Visit to Highlight Mining and Agricultural Advances

May 28, 2024May 28, 2024 Constance

President Hakainde Hichilema is set to embark on a two-day working trip to Copperbelt Province on May 28th and 29th. During his visit, he will officiate at the 2024 Forum on Technology Empowering Development of the Mining Industry in Luanshya. Copperbelt Province Minister Elisha Matambo announced that the President will also officiate at the Copperbelt Agricultural, Mining, Industrial, and Networking Enterprise (CAMINEX) conference in Kitwe. This conference will provide insights into the progressive steps being taken in the mining industry. Last year’s CAMINEX conference focused on the theme “Reignite, Rebuild,… Read More Here

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Bringing simplicity to technological innovation in the mining industry – Kuchera GmbH

April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 Copperbelt Katanga News

There’s no argument that the mining industry needs more innovative solutions if we are to keep pace with the increasing demand for minerals, legislative developments and the decreasing number of people working in the industry. But, it’s something we’ve been talking about as an industry for decades, and having visited several mines since founding Kuchera in 2022, Kumbirai Chipadza, their Chief Marketing Officer, has noticed that everyone still relies heavily on pen-and-paper practices. On a visit to a mining company, the Kuchera team met a CFO who used a picture… Read More Here

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Paratus Group provides resilient network capacity solutions

March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 Constance

Multiple outages on undersea cables are disrupting internet and online services and have been affecting millions of people in Africa for the past two weeks. This disruption could have far-reaching consequences not only for commercial operations and personal communications but also for the healthcare and education sectors. The recent outages have been caused by cuts affecting the undersea cables near Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, namely the West Africa Cable System (WACS), the Africa Coast to Europe (ACE), MainOne and SAT3 cables. These submarine cable systems play a critical role in connecting… Read More Here