Weathering the storm

Why hyperlocal weather intelligence boosts North American mining operational productivity, safety and sustainability. by Erik Sucksdorff Accurate situational awareness empowers mine project owners and operators to plan for and respond to severe weather, decreasing downtime, employee safety risks and environmental impacts. Every hour of mining operation translates to valuable resources extracted, processed and delivered – with efficiency driving profitability. The…

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Mining industry ready for transformation: EY report

by Josephine Patterson Accounting giant EY’s latest survey of senior mining and metals leaders has revealed that the sector is ready to embrace the transformation needed to meet soaring demand in the green energy transition. However, it will first need to overcome a trifecta of challenges. According to the survey, which was conducted in June and July, capital is the…

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Rare earth revolution

A coal miner turned rare earth behemoth? It’s no exaggeration. Ramaco Resources, with a pocket full of productive and safe coal operations in Appalachia, took a chance on a Wyoming property that may ultimately produce an enormous payday for Ramaco, as a result of an enormous rare earth find beneath the surface. NAM talks to Ramaco’s Chairman, CEO and Founder…

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Final rule on Black Lung Benefits Act released

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Worker’s Compensation Programs has issued a final rule revising the regulations under the Black Lung Benefits Act related to self-insurance by coal mine operators. Under the new standard, self-insured coal mine operators will be required to post adequate security for their Black Lung benefit liabilities. It also will protect the Black Lung Disability…

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Dyno Nobel introduces new shock-resistant electronic detonators

Dyno Nobel continues to expand its electronic detonator line with its new DigiShot XR series designed with extreme shock resistance. The series includes three detonators: DigiShot XR, DigiShot Plus XR, and DigiShot Plus XRS. Dyno Nobel’s new detonators improve upon the industry’s current offerings with tailored technologies built to perform in extreme conditions. In high-dynamic shock environments where detonator failure…

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