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Queensland company wins Australia’s top safety innovation award Conveyor idler failure got you (shut) down? Australia unlikely to embrace deep-sea mining Aquila mine named innovation award finalist Sandvik launches surface drilling training simulator High-performance polyurethane lined pipe: Built for durability Turnkey dredging systems for Australia’s mining sector Powering forward Port of Brisbane delivers strong trade for FY25 Wind turbines begin 1000km journey to St Ives All Civil makes the switch to Komatsu Pilbara Ports unveils climate action plan BHP greenlights $1.4b Port Hedland investment Understanding motor reliability From aging to agile: Getting sustaining capital right Westrac inspires next generation at RTS Built for strength: ITM Mining’s solutions for hydraulic mining excavators The first intelligent oil-water separator Securing operational technology in mining Specialised engineering for complex mining challenges Mining Matters Cancer researchers unlock ‘DNA code’ of critical minerals The missions making asteroid mining a reality Fosterville expansion gets the green light VHM lays the building blocks for Goschen project CTTW2025 highlights innovation and global partnerships Turning battery waste into a local resource E-Plas champions mining’s quiet achievers Keep your crew cool Tough enough to thrive in the harshest of environments Steuler expands your horizons Think change. 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A rocky reporting season for Australia’s resources sector The Australian Mining Review October 2025 Edition ACE: Fast. Safe. Unstoppable. ADT Commercial Security Drill, Baby, Drill! Caman Engineering Australian Floating Decks Professional Services Maximise Your Productivity Bruce Avery Transport The updated 2024 Isuzu D-MAX Introducing the ARB multi-purpose jack base for safer vehicle lifting The updated 2025 Isuzu MU-X Eastern Guruma integrated services Australia’s original lockout tagout manufacturer since 1992 Australia’s most trusted bulk spring water supplier 20 years of excellence VMS Engineering | Precision. Power. Performance. Your Workforce. 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Dredge pumps in Australia’s mining industry TOMRA’s transformative ore sorting technology Broons’ Graderoll just keeps rolling out the door Weir’s new backfill technology From fabrication to full-scale construction, Murchison Mining Services delivers exceptional results Exactly what you need when you need it Bringing you our world of expertise Quest Maritime Services delivering confidence at sea Dy-Mark mine marking toluene free Oli Group: Driving innovation and reliability in mining & quarrying Transmission repairs and replacements made easy Industrial and marine solutions hire fleet with purpose-built winches and power units How DTN APAC’s inversion and blast dispersion forecasting help the mining industry Steuler expands your horizons Gold, gold, gold Donaldson powers up mining filtration with new dust extraction and air solutions For the next generation of mining The industry leader in OTR and LME tyre management ISUZU FX range squares-up for heavy-duty battle Aerial solutions for mining and exploration The value of experience Driving drilling innovation for more than 40 years Leading Australia’s seismic future with eVibe innovation Supporting smarter mining decisions New technology for near surface exploration Precision drilling Australia’s latest rig rebuild PDR05 Driving excellence in exploration and mine site geoscience Innovators in geophysical exploration Innovative high-tech modular plants Bringing home the medal Protoblast – Take control of your blasting process Coral Sea Resort – Real Rewards for Real Work Titanium prospects Building an empire The titanium titan How can investment grow amidst supply chain woes? TechConnect Coal Comfort Turning waste into wealth ASPEC Engineering and the Amrun Project Australia’s specialised electrical experts The creative construction company World-class material handling solutions Cape-ital gains Australasia’s premier geoscience event AusIMM’s parallel conference debut Digitalisation in mining explored Uranium miner looks to produce with ‘invisible mining’ method For the next generation of mining The Australian Mining Review September 2025 Edition

Westrac inspires next generation at RTS

westrac inspires next generation

WesTrac showcased the latest Cat machines at the Resources Technology Showcase (RTS) in Perth last month, providing a glimpse into the future of the industry.

More than 20,000 people attended the RTS on its opening day and thousands of school children visited booths and spoke to mining and resources companies across the three-day exhibition.

WesTrac chief executive Jarvas Croome says a range of Cat technology was also on display, promoting the role modern tech plays in improving productivity and efficiency on mine sites.

“The RTS has been the perfect platform to demonstrate how technology like MineStar and Command for Underground have become pivotal for the mining industry,” he said.

“The event has also been a fantastic opportunity to show this modern tech to young West Australians and hopefully inspiring the next generation to pursue a career in this sector.

“Whether they want to become a boilermaker, a mechanic or a technician, there are plenty of jobs on offer, and this event has provided an engaging and exciting first step for kids wanting to learn more about the resources industry.”

This year, WesTrac brought underground gold mining to the showcase with an immersive tunnel, allowing visitors to follow the journey of a Cat R2900 XE underground loader while experiencing the sights and sounds of life underground.

The exhibition also showcased the evolution of gold mining in WA from the early days of the Kalgoorlie gold rush to the cutting-edge technology used at mine sites around the state today.

Six Caterpillar machines were also on display, including a limited-edition Cat 432 Backhoe, painted in centennial grey to celebrate 100 years of Caterpillar providing industry-leading machines and equipment to the mining sector.

“Attendees had the opportunity to learn how the innovative machines, advanced technology, and safety features of Caterpillar equipment assist the modern mining world,” Mr Croome said.

“We are always reflecting on how technology has changed in our industry, but even more so this year as our partner Caterpillar marks 100 years of providing leading machinery, equipment and technology.

“This next century will undoubtedly bring a new level of evolution to how the mining and construction industries operate, supported by the most advanced Cat equipment and technology.

“Improving sustainability and incorporating automation into operations are key goals for our customers, which can be achieved through our latest offerings to reduce emissions, improve productivity, and safety.”

This year, Caterpillar’s milestone coincides with WesTrac celebrating 35 years of delivering Cat machines, equipment and technology to sites across WA.

“It has been fantastic to celebrate these dual milestones, especially at a landmark WA mining event like the Resources Technology Showcase,” Mr Croome said.

“We’re extremely proud to be a Cat dealer and we look forward to what the next 35 and 100 years has in store for the resources industry in WA.”