Author: Chloe Coutinho

Metso launches next-gen cone crushers Metso is extending its Nordberg® HPe series™ to larger crushing capacities for both aggregates production and high-demand mining applications with the introduction of the HP600e, HP800e and HP900e cone crushers. Metso aggregates HP Cones product manager Ilkka Somero says the evolution of the cone crusher technology brings multiple benefits and presents a true step change in terms of performance, uptime, serviceability and application coverage. “We are excited to expand the Nordberg® HPe series and bring to market a wider offering of these high-performance crushers fit for different production purposes,” he...

Regulatory changes for methane emissions reporting New regulatory changes could significantly increase the amount of methane emissions reported by coal mines, as well as make methane recovery and utilisation a more attractive option, according to a new study from The University of Queensland’s Gas & Energy Transition Research Centre (UQGET). The study, which was jointly written by a team from UQGET and Novus Fuels, examines a range of Bowen Basin coal mines using the new, more precise methane emission estimation methods that will soon...

EQ Resources responds to growing tungsten demand EQ Resources (ASX: EQR) has entered five long-term offtake agreements for the next 24 months of production from its tungsten operations in Australia and Spain. Based on the current pricing for tungsten, the total value of these agreements is estimated to be $195m (US$124m), representing volumes of 470 containers, each container holding 20mt of 50% tungsten trioxide concentrate. These long-term offtake contracts have been executed with leading international tungsten consumers. EQR says the counterparties to these agreements are well-known producers of tungsten and tungsten-related products and considered to be in the top three producers in their respective markets, covering the production of ammonium paratungstate (APT), tungsten oxide and tungsten carbide materials— with all...

Speewah delivers promising results Tivan has completed the current phase of flotation optimisation testwork for the Speewah fluorite project WA, with improvements in both fluorite grade and recoveries. Grades of up to 98.8% calcium fluorite were achieved from fourteen cleaner flotation trials. Testwork also demonstrated potential to improve fluorite recoveries from 90% to up to 95% at the 97% calcium fluorite acidspar product specification. The results demonstrate that the 97% calcium fluorite acidspar product specification can be achieved and support engineering design of the process plant and further testwork being undertaken as part of the feasibility study being progressed. Tivan executive chairman Grant Wilson says the company is very pleased to have achieved this important technical milestone. “The testwork results...

Curtin and Nimy advance gallium R&D Nimy Resources (ASX: NIM) and Curtin University will collaborate on advancing gallium-related research, development and production, positioning Nimy to unlock the potential of its significant high-grade gallium deposits. The signing of a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) by Curtin and Nimy establishes a framework for cooperation to strengthen Australia’s position in the critical minerals sector, specifically focusing on gallium — a vital material for advanced technology, renewable energy and defence applications. The non-binding agreement reflects a shared commitment to leveraging Nimy's high-grade gallium discovery and...

POSCO showcases new cathode and anode technologies POSCO Future M is featuring its new cathode and anode material technologies and products at InterBattery 2025, held at COEX Seoul May 5-7. POSCO Future M will showcase its cathode and anode material technology roadmap and the group-level supply chain achievements spanning raw materials, materials and recycling to address the temporary demand stagnation known as the “chasm” by enabling electric vehicles that travel farther, charge faster and cost less. First, for electric vehicles that travel farther, the company is introducing Ultra Hi-Ni (Ultra High Nickel) single-crystal...

MinRes helps Pilbara footy continue to kick goals Mineral Resources (ASX: MIN) is extending its partnership with the North Pilbara Football League (NPFL) for a further three years in a $90,000 deal. MinRes continue as the League’s major sponsor — with MinRes’ logo adorning umpire uniforms and ground signage — and all finals matches will also continue to be known as the MinRes Finals Series. MinRes will also continue to support...

Ramelius to acquire Spartan for $2.4b Ramelius Resources (ASX: RMS) is set to acquire all remaining Spartan Resources (ASX: SPR) shares that it does not already own. The transaction will create a leading Australian gold producer with a combined group mineral resource estimate of 12.1moz of gold and ore reserve of 2.6moz of gold, according to the companies. The merger sees complementary and proximate assets coming together, with significant work already undertaken to optimise synergies between Mt Magnet and Dalgaranga. As a result, the combined group is  looking to increase production...

Australian-first coal extraction tech powers up jobs A Central Queensland mine has made history today as the first in Australia to deploy an advanced high wall mining system to extract coal with cutting-edge efficiency. Queensland Natural Resources and Mines Minister Dale Last joined Vitrinite staff and community leaders to mark the first use of the company’s HW300 Highwall Miner at its Vulcan South mine near Dysart. The HW300 Highwall Miner provides access to coal seams that traditional methods cannot reach, improving operational safety, reducing...

Butcherbird receives final approval Element 25 (ASX: E25) has received a formal works approval from the WA Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) for the Butcherbird expansion project. The project is now fully approved under WA Regulatory Framework to construct a 1.1mpta manganese concentrate production operation. Butcherbird manganese will be the primary feedstock for E25’s planned battery grade, high purity manganese sulphide monohydrate (HPMSM) processing facility in Louisiana, USA. E25 will also sell Butcherbird manganese concentrate product to customers in the manganese alloy and steel industries. All other required approvals...