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(Image source: Chandra Asri) Delegates from BCI Minerals and Chandra Asri in Indonesia for the signing of the offtake agreement.

BCI Minerals signs offtake agreement with Chandra Asri

BCI Minerals signs offtake agreement with Chandra Asri BCI Minerals (ASX: BCI) has signed a binding offtake agreement for the supply of salt from the Mardie salt and potash project on the West Pilbara coast in WA. Over the next three years, BCI will supply Mardie salt to a subsidiary of Indonesian-based PT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk. Subject to certain conditions being met, Chandra Asri has the right to extend the term for a further three years. In year one, BCI will supply 300kt of salt, with this figure increasing to 600kt in years two and...

(Image source: Fortescue) Fortescue Green Pioneer is the Port of Singapore.

FMG completes world first use of ammonia as marine fuel

FMG completes world first use of ammonia as marine fuel Fortescue (ASX: FMG) has completed the world’s first use of ammonia, in combination with diesel in the combustion process, as a marine fuel onboard the Fortescue Green Pioneer, in the Port of Singapore. The vessel was loaded with liquid ammonia at Vopak Banyan Terminal on Jurong Island for the trial. In completing this trial, the Fortescue Green Pioneer has received approval from the Singapore Registry of Ships and ‘Gas Fueled Ammonia’ notation by classification society DNV to use ammonia, in combination with diesel, as a marine fuel. The Fortescue Green Pioneer began its journey toward...

Coerco - March 2024

Major miners turn to Coerco for liquid management solutions

Major miners turn to Coerco for liquid management solutions Mining and civil engineers are increasingly turning to COERCO for liquid management solutions for a range of major projects across Australia. COERCO, widely known for manufacturing industry-leading poly tanks, has successfully expanded its capabilities since it was founded more than 30 years ago. The company can take care of all aspects of liquid management and storage covering prefabricated and customised solutions for process water, potable water, chemicals and waste systems. Its broad range of solutions can be divided into three main divisions: contain; float; and, move. Well-planned liquid storage & distribution is essential for the mining and civil industry. Whether you require a single tank for storing potable water or a...

The hub will supply hydrogen to the mining and construction industries.

Approval received for Port of Brisbane hydrogen hub

Approval received for Port of Brisbane hydrogen hub Lion Energy (ASX: LIO) has obtained approval from the Queensland State Assessment and Referral Agency (SARA) for its Port of Brisbane hydrogen hub. This facility will be able to generate and dispense green hydrogen and load compressed hydrogen onto tube trailers for transport to other sites and depots. The hydrogen hub is geared towards heavy mobility fleets with an early focus on supplying hydrogen to domestic public bus fleets, truck fleets and fuel cell gensets for the mining and construction industries. This approval represents a key milestone for the project which can now proceed to the construction...

The Innovate to Grow program is designed for companies beginning early-stage R&D or those venturing into new ideas in the critical minerals sector.

SMEs to unlock critical minerals potential with CSIRO R&D program

SMEs to unlock critical minerals potential with CSIRO R&D program Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the critical minerals industry have been invited to apply for a research and development (R&D) program. Created by CSIRO, the Innovate to Grow program helps SMEs acquire valuable business insights and strategic plans to leverage R&D to meet their business needs. The program is sponsored by the Australian Critical Minerals Research and Development Hub, a collaboration between CSIRO, Geoscience Australia and ANSTO. Australian Critical Minerals Research and Development Hub manager Lucy O’Connor says SMEs play an important...

Mining exports in South Australia increased by 14.3% in 2023.

South Australian mining exports increased to more than $5b in 2023

South Australian mining exports increased to more than $5b in 2023 Mineral and petroleum exports have increased by 14.3% to more than $5b in 2023, according to figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Of the $17.9b in exports recorded in 2023, the resources sector contributed $5b, however, this doesn’t include an additional $2b in confidential energy and mineral goods. More than $3b came from iron and steel, refined copper and lead — highlighting the significance of the energy and mining sectors driving South Australia’s export growth. Furthermore, iron ore exports reached almost $1.2b for the year. South Australian Energy and Mining Minister Tom Koutsantonis...

Metarock’s major shareholder, M Resources Group, is fully supportive of the transaction.

Thiess to acquire PYBAR for $65m

Thiess to acquire PYBAR for $65m Underground mining services company Metarock has entered into a binding agreement to sell PYBAR for $65m to Thiess as the global company looks to grow its underground hard rock contracting division. Estimated net proceeds to Metarock will be about $36.3 after deducting PYBAR’s outstanding debt and estimated transaction costs. Post transaction, Metarock will comprise the Mastermyne, Wilson Mining and MyneSight business units, with the PYBAR brand remaining and continuing to be operated by Thiess. Metarock group executive chair Jon Romcke says the agreed transaction represents a great outcome for Metarock shareholders. “The purchase consideration represents compelling value for...

(Image source: Alcoa) Chemical engineer Vani Gupta is a former Alcoa graduate program recruit who now works at the Pinjarra Alumina Refinery.

Alcoa seeking graduates for 2025 program

Alcoa seeking graduates for 2025 program Alcoa is on the hunt for graduates in electrical, geotechnical and mine engineering, chemical, mechanical and environmental science for its 2025 graduate program. This three-year program offers graduates job opportunities at Alcoa’s bauxite mines and alumina refineries in the Peel and Upper South West regions, as well as its Australian headquarters in WA. Former graduate program recruit Vani Gupta says one of the greatest benefits of the program was the immersive nature of the role and the support it offered. “Through the graduate program, I really got to...

Mineral Resources is on track to develop its third lithium processing hub.

Mineral Resources to develop lithium processing hub

Mineral Resources to develop lithium processing hub Mineral Resources (ASX: MIN) will acquire the Lake Johnston nickel concentrator plant and tenure and turn it into a lithium processing hub. Owned by Poseidon Nickel (ASX: POS), Lake Johnston lies 185km southwest of Kalgoorlie in WA, covers an area of 86km2 and comprises of one exploration licence and 10 mining leases. To acquire Lake Johnston, Mineral Resources will pay $1m upon execution of a binding heads of agreement with Poseidon, $6.5m on completion of the sale and purchase agreement and $7.4m 12 months post completion. Lake Johnston has front—end capacity of 1.5mtpa and is capable of...

The 2024 apprentices have begun their apprenticeships with BMA.

BHP Mitsubishi Alliance welcomes 2024 apprentices

BHP Mitsubishi Alliance welcomes 2024 apprentices Thirty new apprentices have started their apprenticeships with BHP Mitsubishi (BMA), coming from a range of different regions across Queensland. This marks the fourth consecutive year there are more female apprentices than males with a mix of school leavers and mature apprentices. Prior to beginning their apprenticeship, each person participates in BMA’s work readiness program at the Emerald TAFE, which focuses on what the program entails and what the apprentices can expect once they begin. BMA apprentice coordinator Andy List welcomed the new apprentices. “It’s been another great intake of apprentices this year and the work readiness program has been a...

METServe general manager Dave Moss says "the acquisition not only complements our extensive history but also aligns seamlessly with our commitment to contributing significantly to sustainable solutions across various industries”.

MEC Mining acquires METServe, expands into environmental services

MEC Mining acquires METServe, expands into environmental services Australian-based global technical services firm MEC Mining has acquired environmental services company METServe, positioning it as a provider of end-to-end services across the full mining life cycle. The combined service offering will encompass all aspects of environmental services previously provided by METServe including approvals, impact assessment, environmental management, closure and rehabilitation, ecology, social, GIS analysis and cartography. MEC Mining chief executive Christofer Catania says the acquisition complements MEC’s portfolio. “METServe has a 20-year history of working within industry...