Technology & Innovation - Copperbelt Katanga Mining

Dr. Sandrine Mubenga's Groundbreaking Patent Puts the DRC on the Global Tech Map 1

DRC’s Dr. Sandrine Mubenga Unveils Revolutionary Battery Patent Recognized by the U.S. Patent Office On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) officially published a groundbreaking patent filed by Dr. Sandrine Ngalula Mubenga, a professor of electrical engineering at the University of Toledo (USA) and Director General of the Electricity Regulatory Agency (ARE) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). “This marks a major milestone,” Dr. Mubenga stated. “The USPTO has officially published my patent. The tools and software I’ve developed will revolutionize the battery… Read More Here

International Copper Technology & Innovation

Chilean Startup Ceibo Delivers First Copper Cathodes Using Innovative Leaching Technology

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 Constance

A Chilean startup backed by BHP Group has produced its first copper cathodes from a demonstration plant at a mine site in northern Chile, marking a key milestone in efforts to extract more metal from lower-grade ores. Ceibo extracted the copper from sulfide ores at a site owned by Compañía Minera San Gerónimo (CMSG), using its proprietary leaching technology, the companies announced in a joint statement on Tuesday. Ceibo joins a growing list of companies—including Jetti Resources and Rio Tinto’s Nuton venture—developing advanced leaching techniques to economically recover copper from… Read More Here

Mining in Zambia Corporate News Technology & Innovation

FQM Partners with ICTAZ to Drive Professionalism and Innovation in Zambia’s Tech Sector

April 27, 2025April 27, 2025 Constance

In a bid to foster professionalism and innovation in Zambia’s tech sector, First Quantum Minerals (FQM) has made a K200,000 donation to the ICT Association of Zambia (ICTAZ) in support of its upcoming 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM). The ICTAZ AGM serves as a crucial platform for over 600 professionals to explore the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in national development. This year’s theme, “Exploring AI’s Potential to Accelerate Digital Transformation and Economic Growth in Zambia,” aligns with the drive to harness innovation and efficiency in key sectors.… Read More Here

International Corporate News Mining technology Technology & Innovation

Sandvik Secures Record BEV Order for South32’s Hermosa Mine in Arizona

April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 Constance

Swedish engineering giant Sandvik has landed its largest-ever order for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), with ASX- and JSE-listed South32 selecting the company to supply a fleet of underground mining equipment for its Hermosa critical minerals project in Arizona, USA. The order, valued at approximately SEK 750 million, was confirmed in the second quarter of 2025 and includes a combination of battery-electric and conventional underground mining machines. Deliveries will begin in Q4 2026 and extend through 2030, with the majority of equipment scheduled to arrive in 2026 and 2027. “We’re proud that… Read More Here

Corporate News Mining Equipment Technology & Innovation

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

April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 Constance

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

Sponsored Content Technology & Innovation

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

International Exploration Technology & Innovation

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

International Technology & Innovation

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

Technology & Innovation Explosives

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