Sandvik secures multi-million-dollar contract with Evolution

Zenith Energy has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) to supply Northern Star’s (ASX: NST) Kalgoorlie consolidated gold mines (KCGM) in WA. 

Macmahon Holdings (ASX: MAH) is partnering with Manuka Resources (ASX: MKR) for the restart of mining operations at the Wonawinta silver project in NSW.The agreement covers open pit mining services, drill and blast and load and haul activities with mining expected to recommence in May 2026.A formal mining services agreement is anticipated to be finalised in April, with an estimated value of $190m across an initial five-year term.Macmahon has said no additional capital expenditure is required for FY26, with company guidance remaining unchanged.The Wonawinta project, located in the Cobar Basin, last operated in 2015 before being placed in care and maintenance due to low silver prices.Manuka Resources acquired the project in 2016 and has since intermittently used the site’s processing plant for gold from its nearby Mt Boppy operation.The project was returned to care and maintenance in early 2024.Macmahon managing director and chief executive Michael Finnegan welcomes the opportunity to partner with Manuka Resources to de-risk operations at Wonawinta.“Macmahon is proud to be working in partnership with Manuka Resources to get this exciting large-scale silver project into production again” he said.“We look forward to working closely with them to deliver the operational flexibility and scalability that supports Manuka’s development timetables and production targets.”

MLG Oz (ASX: MLG) has secured contracts with Gruyere Mining Company, Northern Star Resources (ASX: NST) and Endurance Mining for work across WA.The company will be supporting the delivery of mobile crushing services for Northern Star.The award builds on MLG’s existing agreement with Northern Star, with the company to supply and operate fully maintained mobile crushing and screening plants and associated personal for campaign-based services across Northern Star’s Yandal and Kalgoorlie production centres.MLG has also secured a five-year extension of its road maintenance and site services contract and the Gruyere gold mine, located about 200km east of Laverton.The extension is expected to generate about $4mpa in revenue, according to MLG.MLG acting chief executive Mark Hatfield says these awards reflect the company’s ability to build and maintain long-term, trusted client relationships.“The extension of services at Gruyere and expansion of our crushing and screening across Northern Star’s Yandal and Kalgoorlie production centres is a really important outcome for MLG,” he said.MLG has also received a letter of intent for a new civil construction project with Endurance Mining covering embankment earthworks, drainage systems, tailings and decant pipeline installation and the construction of access roads, ramps, laydowns and bunding.“The awarding of a new civil construction project with Endurance Mining — our first with this company — extends our base of clients. We look forward to working alongside the Endurance team to support the development of their asset,” Mr Hatfield said.MLG says the projects are expected to generate about $6m in revenue across a three-month period commencing in April 2026.

Thiess secures $700m agreement for Eva copper projectThiess has secured a $700m alliance agreement with Harmony to deliver bulk earthworks, workshop construction and mining services over five years for the Eva copper mine project.Thiess group and chief executive Michael Wright comments on the alliance agreement.“The Eva Copper Alliance Agreement aligns Thiess and Harmony strategically and operationally – enabling us to set new benchmarks for sustainable, efficient copper development at what will be the largest copper mine in Queensland,” he said.Thiess group executive Australia East Rae O’Brien continues.“Our alliance with Harmony is underpinned by our deeply aligned values, particularly in supporting local procurement, new-to-industry and Indigenous workforce development, community engagement and a steadfast commitment to safety – we look forward to working together to drive employment, skills development and community partnerships that will endure beyond the mine life,” he said.Early stage works for the project has begun with completion expected in June 2026.Mining services such as drilling, blasting, mine planning, technical services, mining operations and mobile equipment maintenance across multiple open pits will begin from June 2026 to June 2031.Harmony chief development officer Johannes Van Heerden comments on the Eva project.“The Eva copper mine project is integral to Harmony’s strategic objective to become an international gold and copper producer,” he said.“Through the Eva Copper Alliance, Thiess and Harmony combine their strengths in a single, integrated framework - leveraging technical expertise, proven industry experience, and shared values to achieve common objectives.”