June 30, 2025 - North American Mining Magazine

How teams in mining resolve stakeholder engagement challenges

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 NAM Staff

Mining operations and engagement management

Building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders is essential for smooth and successful mining operations and begins with effective engagement. Today, teams must continuously manage their relationships with government agencies, investors, and local communities, a responsibility that can quickly become overwhelming. This challenge is further complicated by the varying stakeholder expectations that need to be met. Successfully navigating stakeholder engagement in…

VDG to celebrate 40th anniversary at state-of-the-art Michigan facility

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 NAM Staff

Van der Graaf (VDG), the world’s leading manufacturer of drum motors for all types of belt conveyor applications, including aggregates, mining, material handling and food processing, is proud to celebrate 40 years of innovation, growth, and commitment to North American manufacturing. The milestone will be marked with a special anniversary event at its cutting-edge production facility in Shelby Township, Mich.…

Proposed Rocky Creek coal mine to create 400 jobs

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 Francesca Peeples

CTI Plus Resources’ proposed metallurgical coal mine, located about halfway between Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge in British Columbia, would create up to 400 direct jobs in nearby communities including Mackenzie, reported the Prince George Citizen. Judy Matkaluk, manager of Regulatory Affairs and Engagement of CTI Plus Resources, presented the project to the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George’s board of directors…