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Rehabilitation at Ranger uranium mine continues

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Rehabilitation at Ranger uranium mine continues

The Federal Government has issued a new rehabilitation authority to Energy Resources Australia (ERA) to continue rehabilitation activities at Ranger uranium mine in the Northern Territory.

Metso achieves certification ahead of schedule

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Metso achieves certification ahead of schedule

Metso has achieved the internationally recognised ISO 27001 certification for its information security management system (ISMS), marking a significant milestone in the company’s cybersecurity capabilities.

Regarded as one of the most comprehensive dedicated software businesses in the mining industry, Micromine brings complementary domain expertise to Weir.

Weir to acquire Micromine

Weir to acquire Micromine Weir is accelerating its strategy for sustainable digital mining after entering a binding agreement to acquire Mining Software Holdings (Micromine) for $1.3b (£657m). Micromine is a top-tier global software provider to the mining industry, with comprehensive solutions across the upstream mining value chain. It supports critical mining operations from exploration through mine design and planning, operational scheduling and mining operations in hard ore, soft ore and underground applications. Weir chief executive Jon Stanton says the combined force of Micromine and Weir will create a sector-leading globally scaled platform to optimise performance...

(Image source: Bravus Mining & Resources) Details about how the technology was used have been published in the international journal Animal Biotelemetry, which will help conservationists learn more about other less-tracked species.

Bravus black-throated finch project takes flight

Bravus black-throated finch project takes flight A high-tech research project between Bravus Mining and Resources and Queensland scientists has created a new model to uncover the secrets of rare bird species. The joint project with researchers from ecology consultancy E2M has provided new information about the habitat and daily movements of the black-throated finch, using an AI-supported radio tracking program. Bravus Mining and Resources chief operating officer Mick Crowe says the latest findings from the research project are an important part of Bravus’ commitment...

(Image source: Green Critical Minerals) Sampling a rare outcrop at Boulia.

Green Critical Minerals evaluates Boulia prospectivity

Green Critical Minerals evaluates Boulia prospectivity Green Critical Minerals (ASX:GCM) has conducted exploration activities to further its understanding of the molybdenum, uranium and vanadium prospectivity at the Boulia project. Following the increased interest and global demand for molybdenum, uranium and vanadium, GCM undertook soil sampling and reviewed existing radiometric data and historical fieldwork in 2023. This work determined the evaluation of Boulia is reliant upon soil and drillhole geochemistry as well as magnetic and radiometric imagery. Given this, GCM has scheduled further relevant exploration work in 2024. Four peak areas of molybdenum, uranium and vanadium geochemistry were recognised with all lying within faulted limestones. These...

“Zero emissions” when used in relation to vehicles means that (a) a vehicle’s exhaust only emits water vapour when in operation or (b) the vehicle is battery-electric powered without any exhaust emissions.

Fortescue-Liebherr partnership to develop Autonomous Haulage Solution

Fortescue (ASX: FMG) and Liebherr Mining will jointly develop and validate a fully integrated Autonomous Haulage Solution (AHS), which the iron ore miner aims to be the first AHS operating zero emissions vehicles globally. With Fortescue’s target to achieve real zero terrestrial emissions (Scope 1 and 2) across its Australian iron ore operations by 2030, this solution brings Fortescue one step closer to delivering zero emissions autonomous haul trucks to its iron ore operations in the Pilbara, Fortescue (ASX: FMG) and Liebherr Mining will jointly develop and validate a fully integrated Autonomous Haulage Solution (AHS), which the iron ore miner aims to be the first AHS operating zero emissions vehicles globally. With Fortescue’s target to achieve real zero terrestrial emissions...

Glencore’s 2022 Sustainability Report: advancing safety, health, and water management in resource operations

Glencore’s 2022 Sustainability Report: advancing safety, health, and water management in resource operations

Glencore plc, (LSE: GLEN) a leading global resource company, recently released its highly anticipated 2022 Sustainability Report, providing a comprehensive overview of its efforts to prioritise safety, health, and sustainable water management. Enhancing safety and health performance Glencore's first priority is the health and well-being of its workforce. The report outlines the company's strategic ambition to create a workplace free from fatalities and serious injuries, emphasising a strong safety culture throughout its operations. One notable initiative is the implementation of SafeWork 2.0, a comprehensive approach to eliminating fatalities. This program sets minimum expectations and mandatory protocols, such as Life-Saving Behaviours, to be implemented across all industrial assets. Through visible leadership and consistent application, SafeWork drives a culture of safe operating...

Gold soars on Iran attacks

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Gold soars on Iran attacks

GOLD peaked to a near seven-year high of US$1579.72 after the US launched a deadly attack against Iranian military leader Major General Qassem Soleimani. The destabilising effect on the international market was swift, and was the latest in a string of contributing factors that has continued to drive investors to gold as a safe-haven metal to protect against market downturn. The price spike has come after a momentary lapse in gold’s momentum in Q4 2019, surging to its highest price since April 2013. The assassination of General Soleimani has escalated international fears that tensions between Washington and Tehran could spill over into a new war in the Middle East. The targeted attack was given the go-ahead by US president Donald...