Off-Highway tire manufacturer Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), has appointed Anette Sklarz Justice as head of marketing at BKT USA. With the appointment, the multinational company pursues its commitment to enhancing the brand recognition in the U.S. market, by consolidating the core values that make BKT a company known by customers and end users for the innovation and quality that distinguish its products.…
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MSHA issues safety alert in response to 10 fatalities
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reported that 10 miner fatalities have occurred between Jan. 3 and March 5 – more than triple the number for the same period in 2024. Accidents classified as Powered Haulage remain the most common with four fatalities, followed by Machinery (two fatalities), and Fall of Face, Rib, Side or Highwall (two fatalities). Four…
Read MoreIndustry association warns of dire circumstances from tariffs
The Essential Minerals Association (EMA) released the following statement encouraging the Trump administration to refrain from implementing tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico: “While the EMA supports the administration’s efforts to strengthen our border security and limit the flow of illegal drugs into the country, we continue to encourage the administration to refrain from using tariffs to help accomplish…
Read MoreCanada invests to strengthen mining sector in North
During the recent Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada 2025 Convention, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs announced a federal investment of up to $420,000 to the governments of Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut to support a three-year project to strengthen the growth of the mining sector in the North. Through this investment, the Government of Canada, through…
Read MoreGlobal Uranium advances exploration of Wyoming assets
Global Uranium has signed a Letter of Engagement with Big Rock Exploration to commence Phase II exploration activities at its Wyoming Group of Projects. This marks the next step in refining exploration targets across the Airline, Jeep, WAC, Big Bend, and Jabs properties. “We are excited to continue advancing our Wyoming uranium assets with the support of Big Rock Exploration,”…
Read MoreThacker Pass project gets financial boost
Lithium Americas has scored a strategic investment of $250 million from global investment firm Orion Resource Partners for the development and construction of Phase 1 of the Thacker Pass lithium project in Humboldt County, Nev. “Orion’s long-term investing horizon and experience with resource development makes them an excellent partner for Lithium Americas and Thacker Pass and contributes to our strong…
Read MoreStrayos offers mine-to-mill AI mining software
Strayos, AGG1 Booth #6282, is a cutting-edge technology company specializing in AI-powered geospatial tools for the mining, quarrying and construction industries. Founded with the goal of transforming traditional operations through data-driven insights, Strayos provides solutions that improve operational efficiency, safety compliance and cost optimization. Its platform is used by engineers and operators across over 3,000 mine sites in 25 countries,…
Read MoreSantacruz Silver appoints COO
Santacruz Silver Mining has tapped from within for its executive suite and named Eduardo Torrecillas to be its chief operating officer. With over 18 years of experience in senior leadership roles, prior to his appointment as COO, Torrecillas served as executive chairman and president of Santacruz’s Bolivian operations since March 2022. Before joining Grupo Minero Sinchi Wayra, he spent…
Read MoreChesapeake Gold backs Black as CMO
Canadian miner Chesapeake Gold has appointed Justin Black as its chief metallurgical officer, effective February 26. Black, a chemical engineer with over 14 years of experience in designing, implementing and optimizing process systems for diverse mining applications, including crushing, milling, flotation and refining, has a strong background in managing large-scale projects from conceptualization to completion, ensuring timely delivery and operational…
Read MoreHuawei tosses hat into smart mining ring
Huawei Cloud Commercial Vehicle Autonomous Driving Cloud Service (CVADCS) has announced its debut at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, showcasing pioneering advancements in smart driving tailored for the mining industry. It is the first international launch of CVADCS, underscoring the company’s commitment to technological innovation and market expansion beyond China, it said. So, what is it? Huawei Cloud CVADCS…
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