Canadian-based, Mexico-focused GR Silver Mining has temporarily paused field work on the Plomosas silver project in Sinaloa, Mexico, to allow time for the government to increase security and stability in the region. On March 3, the miner announced the commencement of a step-out drilling program aiming to expand the San Marcial mineralization footprint by as much as 350 meters northwest…
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James McHugh joins MSHA
Charleston, W.Va., lawyer James McHugh, with the Chris Pence Law Firm has joined the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) as deputy assistant secretary for policy. McHugh will head the agency temporarily until Wayne Palmer is confirmed by the U.S. Senate. McHugh has represented clients before the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission and the Occupational Safety and…
Read MoreJennmar appoints Portwood as COO
Pennsylvania-based supplier Jennmar has confirmed the selection of Michael Portwood as its Chief Operating Officer. Portwood, a 30-year veteran of the mining, civil, manufacturing and automotive industries, will oversee all Jennmar operations in the U.S. and internationally. He succeeds Robert Wise, who served as COO for 11 years and will continue to provide operational expertise as part of the Jennmar…
Read MoreMSHA issues injury, fatality, S&S update
As of April 1, 2,201 injuries have been reported to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) since Oct. 1, 2024. Fourteen were fatal injuries. For the remaining injuries, 1,523 were non-fatal and resulted in days lost or restricted duty (NFDL), 27 resulted in a permanent disability, and 637 resulted in no days lost or restricted duty. Since Oct. 1,…
Read MoreBKT shows tire innovations at bauma
BKT displayed its latest tire innovations at bauma. The company’s latest addition – the MULTIFORCE BK T92 – is a brand-new rubber track series designed for material handling applications in industrial and construction environments. This new series features a tread made of a compound that ensures maximum resistance against cuts and tears, as well as having a special design that…
Read MoreBarrick Gold exits Alaskan gold project
Barrick Gold has reached an agreement to sell the 50% interest in the Donlin gold project in Alaska held by its subsidiary to affiliates of Paulson Advisers and NOVAGOLD Resources for $1 billion in cash. In addition, Barrick has granted NOVAGOLD an option to purchase the outstanding debt owed to Barrick in connection with Donlin for $90 million if purchased…
Read MoreManchin joins Ramaco Resources board
Coal and critical minerals producer Ramaco Resources has appointed former U.S. Senator Joseph Manchin III as an independent member to its board of directors, effective April 18. He brings decades of national leadership in energy policy and economic development to Ramaco. “Growing up in Farmington, West Virginia, I saw firsthand how coal shaped communities and powered our nation. Ramaco’s work…
Read MoreEnergy Fuels to provide rare earth oxides
Colorado-based rare earth and critical mineral producer Energy Fuels has confirmed it has successfully developed the technology it believes is required to produce six of the seven rare earth oxides, at scale, that are now subject to newly enacted Chinese export controls. The announcement comes ongoing trade tension between the U.S. and China. Energy Fuels said that its White Mesa…
Read MoreResolution Copper land swap gets green light
The Trump administration has moved forward with a proposed land swap for the Resolution Copper project in Arizona. The U.S. Forest Service said it has issued a legally required 60-day notice of the agency’s intent to republish an environmental report needed for the swap to occur. “We are encouraged to hear the U.S. Forest Service intends to republish the Final…
Read MoreREMA TIP TOP expands presence with new entity in Mexico
REMA TIP TOP is expanding its activities on the American continent with the opening of REMA TIP TOP Mexicana in Querétaro. This strategic move strengthens REMA TIP TOP’s commitment to serving the growing market in Mexico and Central America, providing high-quality products and local expertise to support the region’s industries. REMA TIP TOP has long been recognized as a leader…
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