Rio Tinto has awarded Civmec, an Australian engineering and construction firm, with a contract worth over $228 million (AUD) for work on the Western Range iron ore project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The contract covers the construction of process facilities, non-process infrastructure, and associated works. The Western Range project is part of…
Caterpillar Inc., one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and mining equipment, is increasingly looking to the energy transition to drive growth in its mining business. The company is expanding its offerings to include low-emission and zero-emission technologies, such as electric vehicles and renewable energy sources. Caterpillar has already committed to investing more into…
Small modular nuclear reactors, such as those developed by Canadian Nuclear Associates (CNA), are an innovative way to generate clean electricity for mining operations. These reactors are designed to be safe, reliable, and cost-effective alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-based power sources. CNA’s reactors are designed to be small, so they can be transported easily and…
Hecla Mining Company, a leading producer of silver and gold, recently reported that its silver reserves have reached the second-highest level in the company’s 130-year history. The company noted that silver production from its mines increased significantly in 2019, with total proven and probable silver reserves reaching over 9 million ounces. In addition to the…
The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) has the potential to revolutionize the way Americans get around, leading to lower emissions and more efficient transportation options. However, the process of transitioning to EVs is not without its challenges. Mining is one of the most significant obstacles in the road to America’s EV future. Mining is necessary…
Great Panther Mining Limited, a Canadian-based gold and silver mining company, has recently been recognized by the Women in Mining (WIM) Canada organization for its commitment to gender diversity in executive roles. The company received the organization’s 2020 Top Company Award, which is presented annually to a company that has demonstrated a commitment to gender…
Gold miners reported their first quarter financial results and earnings, and the news was largely positive. The industry saw a jump in gold prices, which boosted the earnings of many companies. Gold miners in the first quarter reported higher revenues, higher profits, and higher production compared to the same period last year. The gold prices…
Orla Mining Ltd. has announced its plans to expand its operations into Nevada, USA. The Vancouver-based gold exploration and development company will acquire a portfolio of mineral properties in the state, including the Copper King Project in Elko County. The Copper King Project is located in the prolific Carlin Trend gold district and consists of…
An active volcano in east java is the well known site for sulphur mining , in local language its known as gunung merapi meaning “mount fire” . the site is the smoky atmosphere that billows around the mine where the sulphur is mined 220 yards deep , the mined sulphur is used in gun powder…
Many mining companies are following the following steps to extract gold from the earth surface. As technology improves more and more mining techniques are being discovered to make the work simple. Literature Survey: In India lot of government agencies are taking out verification surveys on gold mining. Among those agencies there are two main agencies….