Cygnus Metals has promoted COO Nick Kwong to the role of president and chief executive officer, effective December 12. This follows the transition of Ernest Mast from managing director to non-executive director. Kwong is a globally experienced mining engineer who has led operations, feasibility studies and mine building activities over the past 20 years. He has been COO of the…
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Phillippi elected UMWA international secretary-treasurer
Michael Phillippi was elected as the international secretary-treasurer of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) on October 29. He succeeds international president Brian Sanson in this critical leadership role, bringing with him years of dedicated service to the union and its members. A native of Morgantown, W.Va., Phillippi began his career in the coal industry as an underground miner…
Read MoreSandvik unveils world’s first battery-powered cable bolter
Sandvik is expanding its industry-leading battery-electric underground drill offering to include a battery-powered cable bolter, the first of its kind. The Sandvik DS422iE is a battery-electric rock reinforcement drill rig designed for cement grouted cable-bolt installation in underground mines and tunnels. Sandvik DS422iE uses lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery power instead of a diesel engine and offers zero-emissions tramming, drilling, bolting…
Read MoreBlack Mammoth Metals acquires America Mine
Canada-based natural resource company Black Mammoth Metals has completed the purchase of the America Mine Gold property in San Bernardino County, Calif., with a final payment of US$500,000. The company now owns America Mine with no royalties. The property consists of four patented claims and 45 claims on Bureau of Land Management administered lands, totaling approximately 258 hectares (640 acres).…
Read MoreROCPROP® MECHANICAL ROOF PROP FOR SECONDARY SUPPORT
Rocprop is an ideal secondary roof support for coal, hard rock and soft rock mining environments. The compact, all-steel roof support prop offers active pre-loading and stable yield, providing predictable performance in both static and dynamic load conditions. Under static load conditions, it sustains constant load-bearing characteristics, and its steel construction makes it suitable for long-term use. In dynamic conditions…
Read MoreRamaco Resources to create Strategic Critical Minerals Terminal
Ramaco Resources will establish a national strategic stockpile of rare earth elements (REEs) and critical minerals at its Brook mine facility in Wyoming. The Strategic Critical Minerals Terminal (SCMT) will position Ramaco as the most comprehensive, vertically integrated upstream, midstream and downstream producer of critical minerals and REEs in the United States. The SCMT stockpile will provide long-term strategic stockpiling,…
Read MoreNon-Rollover Backstops Offer Enhanced Safety
Discover how backstopping clutches play a critical role in your operation’s safety. Backstopping clutches, also called holdbacks or backstops, are a safety measure to prevent reverse movement of incline conveyors, bucket elevators or pump systems. Their crucial role helps protect critical equipment from damage and support worker safety. How Do Backstops Work?In backstop applications, backstops allow the drive shaft to…
Read MoreMicromine accelerates mining innovation in latest release
Software provider Micromine has unveiled the 2026 Momentum Release, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter as part of the Weir Group. The 2026 Momentum Release brings together the company’s solutions with Weir’s global scale and expertise to accelerate the delivery of digital technology across the entire mining lifecycle. “This year marks the beginning of a new chapter for…
Read MoreacQuire releases EnviroSys 9.4
Global information management software company acQuire Technology Solutions has unveiled EnviroSys 9.4, delivering improved ways for professionals to manage, identify, action and report on environmental data while staying ahead of compliance obligations. Developed in response to user feedback, the latest version introduces a range of user-driven enhancements designed to improve the overall EnviroSys experience, giving customers greater control, flexibility and…
Read MoreNMA recognizes 20 mining operations for safety excellence
The National Mining Association has honored outstanding achievements in mine safety with the Sentinels of Safety Awards. Twenty American mining operations – six coal mines and 14 mineral/metal mines – were recognized for extraordinary safety performance in 2024. “Every day in mining begins and ends with safety, and it’s top of mind in everything we do –from equipment operation all…
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