Perpetua Resources said the Stibnite gold project in Idaho has been selected as a Transparency Project in response to President Donald Trump’s recent executive order (see page 4) aimed at strengthening American mineral production. As one of just 10 initial U.S. projects selected by the National Energy Dominance Council for placement on the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council dashboard, the…
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Metso inaugurates advanced Dewatering Development Hub
In April, Metso officially opened its strategically located Dewatering Development Hub in Irapuato, Mexico. The new facility represents a significant enhancement to Metso’s competitive positioning and customer service capabilities. “Our new hub in Mexico … strengthens our commitment to innovation and excellence and to providing tailored solutions that drive success and sustainability in our customers’ operations,” said Giuseppe Campanelli, president,…
Read MoreConstruction begins at ESGold’s flagship project
ESGold has commenced on-site construction and assembly at its Montauban gold-silver project in Quebec, Canada, moving the company into the execution phase of its near-term production strategy. The initial construction and mobilization stage is expected to last approximately one month, after which ESGold will immediately advance into the next phase of mill circuit installation and commissioning. “This is the moment…
Read MoreCat’s Umpleby to become executive chairman; Creed elected CEO
After eight years as CEO and nearly 45 years of service, Caterpillar Chairman and CEO James Umpleby III will become executive chairman of the board, effective May 1. Chief Operating Officer Joseph E. Creed, a 28-year Caterpillar veteran, will succeed him. After assuming the role of CEO on Jan. 1, 2017, Umpleby led the development and execution of a new…
Read MoreCleveland-Cliffs to layoff nearly 600 on Iron Range
Ohio-based Cleveland-Cliffs plans to lay off 597 workers at two of its mines on the Iron Range in Minnesota – Minorca in Virginia and Hibbing Taconite in Hibbing, reported Minnesota Public Radio. The layoffs are a result of the steelmaker’s plans to idle Minorca and partially idle HibTac. The “temporary idles are necessary to rebalance working capital needs and consume…
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