Ramaco Resources and Ramaco Rare Earth will host a ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremony on July 11 to commemorate the opening of the Brook Mine Carbon Ore Rare Earth project – the first new rare earth mine in the United States in more than 70 years and the first new coal mine in Wyoming in over 50 years. The event,…
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Hudbay, Vale, Alamos team for wildfire relief
Top Canadian miners Hudbay Minerals, Vale Base Metals and Alamos Gold have joined together to support wildfire relief efforts in the Manitoba area with a combined C$1.25 million donation to the Canadian Red Cross. The funds, targeted to support emergency relief and rebuilding efforts, will help residents and Indigenous communities in which the three companies operate and that have been…
Read MoreHow teams in mining resolve stakeholder engagement challenges
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…
Read MoreVDG to celebrate 40th anniversary at state-of-the-art Michigan facility
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.…
Read MoreProposed Rocky Creek coal mine to create 400 jobs
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…
Read MoreContinental names Gocher head of distribution for Industrial Solutions Americas
Continental’s group sector ContiTech has appointed Ryan Gocher as head of distribution for its Industrial Solutions business in the Americas, effective July 1. He will succeed Guy Enta, who is retiring in July. In his new role, Gocher will report to Andreas Gerstenberger, CEO of ContiTech USA and head of the Business Area Industrial Solutions Americas. “Ryan is a strategic…
Read MoreAllegheny Metallurgical emerges from Chapter 11
West Virginia coal miner Allegheny Metallurgical has confirmed its successful emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy on June 13, a step forward in its return to growing its operations. The company’s re-entry to the market is marked by a reorganization of leadership and a renewed focus on maintaining and expanding operations. COO Eric Lipinski called the update an “exciting beginning of…
Read MoreThompson Pump earns new ISO certifications
Dewatering and bypass pump supplier Thompson Pump and Manufacturing Company has renewed its ISO 9001 certification and achieved ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications for its line. The move was made to reinforce its commitment to quality management, employee safety and environmental stewardship, it said. The ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certifications were awarded by a third-party auditor. The new…
Read MoreElk Valley Resources lays off 140
Glencore-owned Elk Valley Resources, which operates four steelmaking coal mines in British Columbia, said it is cutting 140 jobs due to “challenging market conditions,” reported CBC News. “[Elk Valley Resources] is working to improve efficiency and reduce costs across our business to ensure our company is globally competitive,” said Chris Stannell, Elk Valley Resources communications manager. Stannell said most of…
Read MoreFinning appoints new CFO
Finning International, the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer, named David Primrose, currently executive vice president and chief development officer, as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately. He succeeds Greg Palaschuk, who is leaving the company. “Dave has held several senior management roles over his 36-year career at Finning and is well positioned to continue to drive the execution…
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